snrusnak
Well-Known Member
Hello, it's been awhile since I've posted but after moving from FL to MS I've decided to replace both our toilets this weekend. The old ones weren't nice looking and were sort of worn out as far as the seats and internals go. Both constantly ran/leaked. I bought new toilets with all parts included for $100 (Can't believe that still) each, and they are oval and extra tall.
I had to repair both pvc flanges which wasn't a big deal I used the metal ring screwed over top. I set the toilets, grouted in the bottoms and let cure overnight. Also painted behind the tank while it's out. I use pennies as shims as the closet flange is higher than the floor (3 stacks of pennies, one in front, and two right behind each bolt). I then grout about 95% of the base leaving a few inches open in the back just in case of a leak I could tell it's leaking.
I then finished the assembly next day and changed out the plastic supply valves for quarter turn metal ball valves. I used compression fit to the copper supply line, which is what was already there also. No leaks on either valve.
Then I went to install the copper/chrome toilet riser and I can't for the life of me get it to stop dripping/leaking (I've only done one so far). It leaks both at the supply valve and at the toilet. I've tightened both ends multiple times to try and seat them but still dripping. The toilet connection I have about as tight as I can get it by hand and I'm a big guy...
Should I just give up and use flex hoses? I know they are easier but I liked the look of the hard lines better and felt they'd hold up better.
Am I doing something wrong or should I give in to the easy/flex way ???
Thanks!
I had to repair both pvc flanges which wasn't a big deal I used the metal ring screwed over top. I set the toilets, grouted in the bottoms and let cure overnight. Also painted behind the tank while it's out. I use pennies as shims as the closet flange is higher than the floor (3 stacks of pennies, one in front, and two right behind each bolt). I then grout about 95% of the base leaving a few inches open in the back just in case of a leak I could tell it's leaking.
I then finished the assembly next day and changed out the plastic supply valves for quarter turn metal ball valves. I used compression fit to the copper supply line, which is what was already there also. No leaks on either valve.
Then I went to install the copper/chrome toilet riser and I can't for the life of me get it to stop dripping/leaking (I've only done one so far). It leaks both at the supply valve and at the toilet. I've tightened both ends multiple times to try and seat them but still dripping. The toilet connection I have about as tight as I can get it by hand and I'm a big guy...
Should I just give up and use flex hoses? I know they are easier but I liked the look of the hard lines better and felt they'd hold up better.
Am I doing something wrong or should I give in to the easy/flex way ???
Thanks!