How to replace tub drain

Tools you can use to remove and reinstall a tub drain. Replacing a tub drain can be done with basic tools but sometimes a special tool is just the thing to do a job. But other times it just won’t work and you need to improvise.

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00:00 Replace bathtub drain flange
00:03 Introduction
00:23 remove tub stopper
00:55 tool options
01:59 remove old flange
04:37 install new flange

[mlbreel]

Great video. Yes, the thumbnail was misleading but the info was great.

[howtodoitdude]

You are one of the rare ones using a towel to protect the tub. Thanks for sharing!

[quietsignal]

Best trick I’ve seen when the drain vanes break apart is wrap a couple of turns of silver duct tape clockwise around an impact socket that barely fits in the drain and tap the socket into the drain while turning it. Put an impact gun on the socket and let er rip. The duct tape instantly heats up and expands and the impacts screws the drain right out.

[dm]

Give this guy a break lordy....so the first pic didnt really relate to the solution....BUT he showed me that there is.... in fact... a drain wrench tool that I had never known existed and how to use it, how to properly place the new rubber seals (between backside of tub and the wall facing me....and more....so he did show us all the solutions and for that I am thankful that he took the time to show laypeople...how the old drain can be removed and replaced.

[suekotchevar]

In the real world the X is rotted away so you use a internal expansion tool for tub drains readily available after 30 years putty is like concrete heat with hair dryer or heat gun works real good

[Cristoforo]

Pretty good plumbing video compared to others I’ve seen. No BS, just the honest description.

[raymondbuniak]

Best talk on this topic. The rest seemed interested in convincing the viewer how easy this is. Nothing is ever easy unless it is some well documented new build. Thanks!

[hassanbazzi]

Every comment you made is very valuable. I now might have the courage to change both 30 years old. Also I have the same darn tool that have no idea where it came from. Thank you for sharing

[nyernga]

I had to replace two drain assemblies a year ago. Pliers didn't work and because the "crosshairs" were damaged no extraction tool would grip.I went to harbor freight and picked up a body saw which is what body shops use to cut the sheet metal. It's like a mini sawzall. I used that to carefully cut 2 sides of the metal drain and then using needle nose pliers, pried the two sections out.

[IppiopaidFEEDBACK]

I tried doing this in New Jersey for a friend about a year ago, ended up happen to change everything because it was 20 something years old. I must’ve gone back-and-forth to Home Depot like 5 times getting more and more plumbing parts. Not only that, it’s New Jersey you take one wrong turn and now you got a pay a toll to get back to the house you’re working on.

[banksiasong]

Nice job, good options for tools.
With the tube spanner, I find using a steel rod through it creates the right torque.

[timhowell]

Use the kobalt type wrench it grips at 4 points - don't be cheap - it could cost you much more using pliers or any 2 prong tool! Also never forget to change the rubber washer that goes between the bottom of the tub and the drain pipe.

[dalemihocik]

Best advice ever, don't start this job on a Sunday. This isn't a job for the faint of heart, a lot can go wrong here for the novice.

[someone]

Great video. Sweet now I can take out the drain to repaint my bathtub, and then install a new drain with an included plug. 😀

[rickyricardo]

Janky thumbnail aside, I didn't even ask for this, but I am replacing a tub myself this weekend and the algorithm tosses me this. Thanks!

[MichaelLander-pkmy]

Good video. I recommend using silicone instead of plumber's putty because it lasts longer. Plumbers putty tends to dry out and fail over time.

[nushinebob]

As someone who's replaced thousands of drains in the last 26 years, the only reason to replace that black gasket is if it's split or missing. Also, in a pinch, if your drain tool doesn't fit, try two large screw drivers and cross them over each other. It's a very solid hookup and will give you good leverage. Also, it won't bend up your pliers. You suckered me into watching the video because of the spade in the thumbnail pic.

[patrickozias]

Easiest drain I’ve ever seen. Wait until you get a drain that’s crimped in with copper pipe that you have to cut out. Or when you have to cut threw the ceiling downstairs and do it from a ladder that’s the best lol.

[markreed]

Use backward (put the handles down the drain ) Channellocks.
Don't beat up your wood bits

[tyjameson]

Epic educational video 👍🙏👏🏿❤️👊🏽🇺🇸thank you