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you have to hold the handle down until it flushes.
I replaced the flapper. I adjusted the chain.
Still doesn't flush right. Am I missing something?
do I have to replace the entire guts? I bought the entire innards, but hating doing it.
you have to hold the handle down until it flushes.
I replaced the flapper. I adjusted the chain.
Still doesn't flush right. Am I missing something?
do I have to replace the entire guts? I bought the entire innards, but hating doing it.
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Toilet repairs can be tricky - as you now know, and flappers are not all the same. Most likely, you have a 1.6 gallon per flush toilet. Be sure the flapper is for a 1.6 gpf toilet (a 1.6 gpf flapper won't work on a 3.5 gpf model). Better yet, if you know the brand of toilet, get a replacement specifically designed for that model. Some are proprietary - meaning you cannot install a universal type. Some have small floats attached to the chain. If you know the make, you could try a web search.
Not knowing what "innards" you bought, that can be even more challenging, because it may involve removing the tank from the bowl. Not a fun job.
Another option would be to take a few photos of the toilet and inside the tank. Go to a plumbing supply store and show them the pics, then to the home center/hardware. Try to find someone knowledgeable that could help you, or may even be willing to come fix it for you.
Something to consider - especially if the toilet is older - install a new one.
I've fixed dozens of toilets. Or maybe fewer toilets dozens of times. I even replaced the insides of this same toilet a few years ago.
I did try a universal flapper; it didn't seal right. This new one seals right, and it is filled with air, but just doesn't stay up long enough for a proper flush.
The handyman was going to fix it, but hasn't had time, and I have guests coming tomorrow.
I may resort to a "hold the handle down for a count of 3" sign. That IS progress, though; for the last few weeks, it's been "hold the handle down until your fingers cramp"
sometime you have to make the chain shorter.
ive been having the flapper problem and bough several until the right on fit. I bought three more and have stored in my closet.
We're getting ready to sell the house, so it's good to have it work properly.
thanks for suggestions!
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