Mike G
New Member
Water is leaking out of the overflow line on a tub when my grand kids take a bath. I removed the gasket with the intention of simply installing a new gasket. Unfortunately, the overflow line is misaligned with a BIG gap at the top of the overflow line. The overflow line is properly "centered" with tub opening but is NOT "square" to the tub opening. Apparently the previous owner did a remodel and filled the gap between the gasket and tub with some rubbery "caulk". I have no easy access to the overflow line. The overflow line is in an outside wall (second story). Kitchen cabinets prevent access from below.
Installing the new beveled gasket with the fat part on the top of the tub helps close the gap but does not eliminate it. This arrangement also doesn't give me much gasket to seal the bottom part of the tub. Any suggestions?
Do they make thicker beveled gaskets? Can I stack two gaskets? If so, what type of adhesive do I use to keep them from shifting during/after installation? Is there a suitable "caulk" or "sealant" to fill the gap at the top of the gasket? Thanks in advance for you help
Installing the new beveled gasket with the fat part on the top of the tub helps close the gap but does not eliminate it. This arrangement also doesn't give me much gasket to seal the bottom part of the tub. Any suggestions?
Do they make thicker beveled gaskets? Can I stack two gaskets? If so, what type of adhesive do I use to keep them from shifting during/after installation? Is there a suitable "caulk" or "sealant" to fill the gap at the top of the gasket? Thanks in advance for you help