How To Fix a Leaking Toilet Tank - Toilet Tank Repair - Remove Rusted Toilet Bolts

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  • čas přidán 25. 03. 2013
  • For a toilet tank that is leaking, you will need a toilet tank repair kit. This will repair a leak from the bolts that hold the tank to the bowl and the gasket that joins the 2 pieces.
    Most toilet tanks are held onto the bowl with 2 bolts. But there are some that have 3 bolts. Look at your toilet before going to the hardware store, you may need to purchase an extra set of bolts and washers.
    You should be able to replace the bolts by using a large slotted screwdriver, an adjustable wrench and pliers. If the bolts are rusted in place, you will need a hack saw blade and locking pliers.
    In most cases this is a pretty easy project. Be careful of the porcelain, it can be cracked if you tighten down too hard on the bolts.
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  • @sjt8507
    @sjt8507 Před 4 lety +28

    This video help me to begin to figure out why the toilet is leaking water. You just help me and mom out greatly, cuz we have no help and didn’t know what to do. Thanks again

  • @reneem.4725
    @reneem.4725 Před 8 lety +178

    My toilet started leaking tonight. I found this video and was able to tighten the screws inside the tank. It stopped leaking! Now I will at least have enough time to go to the store and buy the parts tomorrow. I am a single mom and I had no idea what to do, thought I would have to replace the whole toilet, till I watched your video. Ty!!!

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 8 lety +3

      +Renee M Glad it was helpful.
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    • @genx8889
      @genx8889 Před 5 lety +1

      Awesome video

    • @rahvisionproductionz2929
      @rahvisionproductionz2929 Před 4 lety +6

      You go mom that's congrats!!! I agree his video is definitely handy

    • @drewbus4498
      @drewbus4498 Před 4 lety

      @@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel can I ask you a question please

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 4 lety

      @@drewbus4498 Hi, you can email me at fixitpodcast@gmail.com.

  • @dadof3bb
    @dadof3bb Před 6 lety +7

    Real "regular" guy.... in a real life senerio, with a real life toilet (like many of us who fix our own stuff around the house) situation, that many of us may have. Thanks for your effort, the video is authentic & appreciated!! Great job!

  • @Stardust_4300
    @Stardust_4300 Před 4 lety +5

    Thank you so much! I'm a single female and need to replace mine because they are leaking. So happy I don't have to call someone and spend money needlessly! These CZcams videos have really been a lifesaver for me from plumbing to car repairs. 💞

  • @timberskid
    @timberskid Před 9 lety +20

    Thanks for this great video! I accepted the challenge and completely replaced all parts in the tank with a brand new all-in-one kit. I was afraid to buy the wrong parts at the local hardware store so I brought my tank with me. One tip - my toilet has a flush handle on the side of the tank. My kit came with a front flush handle so I improvised and kept my old side flush handle assembly. I had to bend the chain rod to hover above the flap. It worked perfectly. No more leaky tank and no more running toilet. The iron bolts in my tank were nearly disintegrated like yours.. I could not unscrew them so I hammered a flat head screw driver down on the bolt inside the tank and knocked them out easily.

  • @captcol8335
    @captcol8335 Před 8 lety +30

    Very informative and nicely edited. Great to see the out of the ordinary challenges like rusted bolts addressed.

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 8 lety

      +David Wallis Thanks.
      We have more tips in our Home Improvement Book www.amazon.com/dp/B01BK2K0JM?ref_=pe_2427780_160035660.

  • @collettenicole2364
    @collettenicole2364 Před 3 měsíci +2

    THANK YOU GREATLY!! My senior mom had to pay a plumber $300+ dollars to have this done... and now here it is 1 year later and it's happening again! I'm not looking forward to doing this, but you have definitely given me the courage to be a lady plumber for my mom!!
    EXCELLENT video, very helpful, THANK YOU! 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 3 měsíci

      You're welcome
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    • @alisonpettit1185
      @alisonpettit1185 Před měsícem

      You should really learn some basic home repair things. I grew up helping my dad do stuff and then I worked with my bf on many jobs. I was an electrician apprentice for awhile as well. I have fixed MANY things when my other bfs could not. You should FOR SURE have a basic tool set. CZcams is very helpful. You can find almost anything you may need help with. There’s a few rules to keep in mind. ALWAYS turn off the electric AT THE BREAKER BEFORE doing anything where you might come in contact with the wire. ALWAYS turn off the water BEFORE doing anything where the water might leak. Measure twice, cut once, will save you A LOT of headaches. Measure 12 times if need be. There are MANY contractors out there that just rip people off and put “band aids” on the customers problem instead of fixing it the proper way. It’s sad because they will, for sure take advantage of the elderly, especially women. I would suggest in the future, looking on CZcams for whatever problem you have and watch the video so you can see what they do and how they do it, then when you call someone, you’ll have a better idea if they are ripping you off or not. There is also an app called Nextdoor. It is very similar to Facebook but when you sign up it groups you in with people in and around your neighborhood. It’s great for recommendations. People are always on there asking for electricians, handyman, plumbers, contractors….and this way you know someone has already used them and we’re happy with the service they got

  • @edwinmurillo2277
    @edwinmurillo2277 Před 6 lety +4

    I appreciate your knowledge, time, and willingness to teach those of us facing this issue one time or another.

  • @pastelcrayfish
    @pastelcrayfish Před 3 lety +3

    This video helped me fix my toilet! I didn't need to get new screws or anything, but it needed to be reseated and tightened, so showing how to drain and unhook everything was a lifesaver! Thank you!

  • @kimweekes
    @kimweekes Před 4 lety +16

    Thank you! You helped me fix my leaking tank all on my own! I even needed those trouble-shooting tips for one of the old screws. It took me a few hours but I got it done 🙂

  • @jonathanheins752
    @jonathanheins752 Před 8 lety +8

    What was really nice about this video is he hit on every problem you can have. Made it look pretty simple, however these things are always a pain in the butt! I've done dozens of em in rentals and have to go out this morning and do another one, and this video is an excellent one and a reminder of ways to handle the most difficult toilet tank repair!

  • @Citrushearted
    @Citrushearted Před 11 lety +6

    I'm am getting ready to replace the seal in my old toilet myself and then the inside parts of the tank. I really really find your video so helpful. Thank you so much. You keep it clear, and helpful. You make me feel like I can do this myself!

  • @tangomoi
    @tangomoi Před 6 lety +6

    Sir, I thank you sooooo much for this video. It’s my first “plumbing repair” (I’m not handy at all) and was able to fix the leak properly because of your explanation. I was at the stage of having to saw the screw, but with my daughters help, we got it. I’m pumped now! Thank you.

  • @dawncomfort3772
    @dawncomfort3772 Před 6 lety +3

    I too had to reconfigure the kit (same kit as shown here) to stop all leaks. No metal washer in tank and rubber washer immediately below the tank, so bolt, rubber washer, tank, rubber washer, metal washer, bolt and get this good and snug. That's the seal. Then the wing nuts are simply holding the sealed tank on the toilet base.

  • @rj5620
    @rj5620 Před 10 lety

    Your video is the only one of many that actually show the correct placement of the washers for the bowl bolts. Great instructional video.

  • @kyleberthiaume5894
    @kyleberthiaume5894 Před 10 lety +1

    Thanks. It's been about 20 years since I did this last. You video was a great refresher/step by step guide.

  • @mickavellian
    @mickavellian Před 9 lety +9

    Woah .. I have the same problem and gave CZcams a try . The most amazing thing is that a plumber (the most honest plumber in the world) can find a true nightmare that will throw any estimates out the window. Thanks for the tutorial and thanks for the lesson on plumbing ethics and client expectations.

  • @ShannonKeithShannonDKeith

    Thanks for your video. It was easy to understand and informative. Also, I had the same problem you did with the corroded bolts, so your tip with the hacksaw helped.

  • @davidbertrand6884
    @davidbertrand6884 Před 4 lety +1

    Well, lubricant didn’t help on the tank bolts. I did exactly what you did, used a hacksaw to cut bolts. But, bolts were so rusty and deteriorated, that I used an angle grinder and cut wing nut away from tank. Cleaned tank real good in bolting locations. Upon snugging bolting to tank, I put silicone on top of each slotted bolt head. Let it cure for 5 hours before subjecting them to water. A reminder, every once in a while check those wing nuts, and just tighten them some more. Repair was completed on 6-24-2020. Thanks for your video. 6-30-2020

  • @SSissy27
    @SSissy27 Před 5 lety +4

    Thanks for the video, I noticed a leak while cleaning toilet this morning and my floors were wet but thankfully I'll get it fixed next week. I don't have any of the tools I need, bro and Dad took most of my tools but bro will be in next Monday, I have a chore for him to do when he gets home and it is a 2 person thing to do. At least now I know where the leak is coming from.

  • @serenavalentino3230
    @serenavalentino3230 Před 4 lety +4

    This was incredibly helpful. I'd never tried repairing a toilet before and this walked me through every step.

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 4 lety +1

      Glad it helped.
      We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast, Fix It Home Improvement. You can subscribe on your favorite podcast app. www.stitcher.com/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement-5/fix-it-home-improvement

  • @francestomsovic1528
    @francestomsovic1528 Před 2 lety +3

    Thank you for the detailed step-by-step approach to solve exactly our problem. The handyman I contacted didn't answer my inquiry - feeling pretty cocky that thanks to you i was able to do it myself!

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 2 lety

      Glad it was helpful.
      We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast
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  • @omegaham5433
    @omegaham5433 Před 4 lety

    Just wanted to say that having these videos on CZcams is a super valuable resource. Thanks for uploading them.

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 4 lety

      Thanks!
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  • @LeisureSuitLarry
    @LeisureSuitLarry Před 6 lety +1

    Just wanted to send kudos to this video. The simple step of explaining the washers and rubber gaskets between the tank was a lifesaver for me that I completely missed when I repaired the toilet that I couldnt get rid of the damn leak until I realized that the rubber gasket and washer between the tank and the basin solved the leak completely. Much obliged!

  • @Ballenxj
    @Ballenxj Před 10 lety +31

    Thank you! I'm usually pretty handy, but watching your video gave me the heads up I needed so I bought the kit (thick gasket) and hack saw blade before I began.
    The job was completed flawlessly, no more leak! YEA!
    PS, I never needed the hack saw blade, but I know that if I didn't get it, I would have needed it. Better safe than sorry. ;-)

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 10 lety +1

      Hi,
      Glad it went well!
      You can listen to our podcast every week on Stitcher or iTunes itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

  • @Tkrtomm
    @Tkrtomm Před 9 lety +4

    Thanks for making this video.
    I also had to use a hacksaw to remove the left screw. Everything was fine once I got the screw out.
    You literally saved me money by showing me how to replace the gasket myself.
    I'm always happy to learn and do it myself.
    Thanks again.

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 9 lety

      Tkrtomm Hi, happy I could help. We have more tips on our weekly podcast www.stitcher.com/s?fid=49441&refid=stpr

  • @jcmccandless
    @jcmccandless Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you very much! I just got home from a day of teaching to find this problem. This will help a ton when I replace the bolts tomorrow.

  • @scottsmyre4957
    @scottsmyre4957 Před 5 lety +1

    Thanks for posting this video. I just successfully completed this job after watching your video.

  • @sorenlacroix8478
    @sorenlacroix8478 Před 8 lety +3

    nice video! This is exactly what I was looking for. The troubleshooting helped me solve my rusted bolt/nut problem. Thanks!

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 8 lety

      +Soren Lacroix Hi, glad it was helpful.
      Check out our new home improvement book for more tips. It is free on Amazon Sept 1 to Sept 5. www.amazon.com/dp/B013YR9UOC

  • @DuanDao
    @DuanDao Před 5 lety +7

    Thanks for this. I'm a visual learner so this made my task a lot quicker

  • @lynda4508
    @lynda4508 Před 2 lety

    Project completed. Easy to follow, clear, concise and worked flawlessly on American Standard toilet bolt and gasket replacement. Was fortunate and found stainless steel replacement version.

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 2 lety

      Glad it was helpful
      We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast
      itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

  • @carefulconsumer8682
    @carefulconsumer8682 Před 2 lety +1

    Excellent! My tank started leaking today so I appreciate ALOT your video. Thank you.

  • @dellasomwaru6438
    @dellasomwaru6438 Před 4 lety +3

    Thank you for this video. I was able to repair my toilet exactly as shown in the video even though I have minimal plumbing experience. When I found water on the bathroom floor, I first turned to CZcams to figure out what to do about it. (Fortunately, I was able to remove the brass bolts without difficulty, but it is always valuable to see how to handle unexpected difficulties.)

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 4 lety

      Glad it helped
      Check out more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast
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  • @aaronaxelrod9786
    @aaronaxelrod9786 Před 6 lety +3

    Thank you very much for this video. It allowed me to fix the toilet without calling a plumber.

  • @DLMHixson
    @DLMHixson Před 10 lety

    Thank you so much for this fantastic video. I brought my laptop into the bathroom to watch you step by step. My husband and I couldn't have done it without you!

  • @yesiownfrodo
    @yesiownfrodo Před 7 lety

    This is the BEST video I have seen on fixing this problem. GREAT job.

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 7 lety

      Thanks.
      Subscribe to our weekly podcast for some home improvement tips.
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  • @26Kermitgirl
    @26Kermitgirl Před 6 lety +9

    This was a great Video...definitely need a second person to help with getting bolts out and back on.

  • @mes0811
    @mes0811 Před 5 lety +4

    Thanks for the video! All, save yourself doing this every couple years and get brass or brass plated bolts. Secondly, contrary to some instructions, do not put anything but the brass bolt and the rubber washer inside the tank. A steel/zinc washer under the head of a brass bolt followed by a rubber washer will seep water (metal on metal), the washer will corrode, and you will be doing this all over again sooner than you want.

  • @karol84401
    @karol84401 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you!! I bought the parts, fixed myself in about 45 minutes with your assistance and reading directions! Had a quote to repair for me of $285.00! I spent less than $10.00 you saved me $275.00! I am thrilled!

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 2 lety +1

      Glad it helped
      We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast
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  • @poochkers1
    @poochkers1 Před 11 lety

    Great video! My tank just started to leak. I'm glad I found this. Now I'm going to see if you have one on replacing the parts in the tank. Something I've been trying to get the confidence to do.

  • @tinaewest1464
    @tinaewest1464 Před 9 lety +3

    Thank you for the video God Bless

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 9 lety

      Martina Evans You're welcome. We also have a weekly podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Here is a link www.stitcher.com/s?fid=49441&refid=stpr

  • @MorrisBarrier
    @MorrisBarrier Před 5 lety +38

    With all this amazing nano technology and I swear the technology of a toilet hasn't changed in 100 years! They still use metal bolts and plastic that corrodes in a few years!

    • @johnbelicak4670
      @johnbelicak4670 Před 4 lety +3

      It's all about the money. They want you to keep coming back and buy replacement parts. BTW, good luck finding brass bolts at Lowe's or Home Depot.

    • @chevyguy6961
      @chevyguy6961 Před 4 lety +4

      Fluidmaster makes a kit that contains all the tank to bolt gaskets and includes all brass bolts. I found it at Lowe's for $4.99. Korky's kit contains stainless steel bolts that won't rust.

    • @lawrencevaughn3384
      @lawrencevaughn3384 Před 3 lety +1

      Get to

    • @josephb7296
      @josephb7296 Před 2 lety

      Besides metal and plastic, what else is there?

    • @chuckdawg2799
      @chuckdawg2799 Před 2 lety

      @@josephb7296 nano tech, duh

  • @scottjohnson320
    @scottjohnson320 Před 6 lety +1

    Thanks for the video. Replace the seal today after the floor guys took the toilet out but did not put any rubber washers back in, so it was leaking non-stop. Your video was helpful and informative, including hack sawing the bolts!!

  • @MrLouisajr
    @MrLouisajr Před rokem

    Your video repairing an old 3 gallon tank, was excellent. It saved me the hassle of putting in a new one. Thank you

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před rokem

      Glad it helped
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  • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel

    +savyas69 Hi, the key is getting the rubber washer to lock down inside the tank. What type of kit do you have. How many washers. Can you email a picture? fixitpodcast@gmail.com

  • @olepossum3970
    @olepossum3970 Před 7 lety +14

    I tried the tank bolts like you show it, they both leaked. I tried it with (descending) bolt head, rubber washer, tank, rubber washer, metal washer, nut, toilet base, metal washer, nut. That worked fine. The bolt head, metal washer, then rubber washer setup you use does seem to cause leakage.

    • @TheLuvliiSmyle
      @TheLuvliiSmyle Před 5 lety +1

      This saved my life. I couldn't figure out where the leak was coming from. Thank you

    • @robs850
      @robs850 Před 2 lety +1

      Exactly! Need a rubber washer on both sides of tank bottom.

  • @deemail100
    @deemail100 Před 10 lety +1

    Thank you so much from the 'Two Little Old Ladies' Construction Co.'... we caused the leak ourselves, of course, when moving the toilet to replace the bathroom floor at my house...so proud of ourselves for moving, laying tile, re-seating new wax ring, new bolts, and then we turned on the water... but one trip to youtube, one video (got lucky the first time), one trip to the hardware store and we are back in business, high and dry! Thanks again... TLOLCC

  • @littleprettydeadgirl
    @littleprettydeadgirl Před rokem

    I just bought a new house last month and this started happening just tonight. Thank you so much for this video….this is an easier fix than I was imagining. Now following you!

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před rokem

      Glad it was helpful
      Check out more home improvement tips in our e-books www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2KW1FQ9?notRedirectToSDP=1&.

  • @truchero11
    @truchero11 Před 7 lety +46

    Man, Is it a law of the universe that one of the nuts cones right off and the other one makes you remember swear words you had forgotten?
    I used my dremel to cut the bolt.

    • @balramkumar5969
      @balramkumar5969 Před 6 lety

      Rogelio Hernandez i just used that ...hey this toilet shyt

    • @crabbysam
      @crabbysam Před 6 lety +4

      Dremels or Proxxon rotary tools are one of the best tools ever invented. Any time I'm up against a completely seized or corroded nut and washer, I simply think about the time my Army helicopter (CH-47) blew a hydraulic fitting far from my base. We were shuttling troops from from my base in Va. to Ft. Bragg North Carolina.
      That hydraulic fitting that blew was in a location that had a ridiculously stupid service port window, you could see it, and just about touch it with your fingertips. (Boeing engineers were asleep when they designed this service window. My helo was an older model, they fixed this in later revisions) but Ft Bragg didn't have the special tool needed to reach this simple fitting, as all their Chinooks were newer models than mine)
      A Blackhawk had to be dispatched hundreds of miles away to bring me a single stupid tool that gave me 6" of extra reach. Spent an entire day in a cow pasture with a full load of soldiers and their gear getting ready to be deployed. Almost no trees and the middle of summer, sitting looking at cow patties for half the day. Was supposed to be a quick in and out...
      So now, any time I find a tough seized nut, I remember that day baking in the sun to bring an annoying nut and toilet bolt issue into perspective. Still annoying though....

    • @DJ_Megahertz
      @DJ_Megahertz Před 5 lety

      I just drilled the top off the bolt and got it free in 10 seconds..

    • @aaronabner4317
      @aaronabner4317 Před 5 lety

      @@DJ_Megahertz Use an Easy OUT?

    • @skorpyo331
      @skorpyo331 Před 3 lety

      Hack saw for me

  • @robs850
    @robs850 Před 2 lety +4

    My kit came with rubber washers to place on both sides of the tank bottom. I think this is the proper configuration to ensure a watertight seal. One rubber washer will not cut it. The lazy ass who installed my toilets did it that way. Hence, decades later I’m saddled with leaks and the result of his laziness.

  • @jerrystern10marissanikki62

    Great demonstration. I was a little nervous taking this project on. After watching your video I felt very confident this was something I can do. Your hacksaw hack really came in handy I had the same problem with both sides. If didn’t see this video I would had a nightmare of a time . I would’ve not of known it he blade fit between the top and the bowl. Another successful job well done.😃👍👍

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 2 lety

      Glad it was helpful
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  • @cjs8896
    @cjs8896 Před 4 lety +2

    Thanks for your demonstration and information. I was able to complete the leaky toilet repair, with my wife's help, after purchasing the tank repair kit for $3.29 at a local store. The washer was deterioated beyond use, and we did it on a Sunday afternoon without any additional troubleshooting or unforseen problems; simple process! My kit was one with the wingnuts and the washer that did not cover the bottom attachment completely as you stated was your preference, but it worked just fine. Thanks again FIX IT!

  • @StevesSpot
    @StevesSpot Před 6 lety +50

    Everyone...please do no use a metal washer inside the toilet tank. Need only the rubber gasket washer to assure no leaks.

    • @franl5585
      @franl5585 Před 4 lety +5

      He's right. I followed Fix It and put the washer in the tank and that doesn't allow the rubber washer to seal the hole. It leaked and now I have to do over.

    • @health_fitness_wellness24
      @health_fitness_wellness24 Před 4 lety

      Should you use plumbers putty in between the bottom of the tank and Rubber washer?

    • @chuckie008
      @chuckie008 Před 4 lety

      @@health_fitness_wellness24 No, it isn't necessary

    • @jjf609
      @jjf609 Před 4 lety +1

      I am about to change my bolts. Just to confirm, the rubber washer was on the tank side right. Then his suggestion was to have the washer between the bolt & rubber washer. So nut, metal washer, rubber washer then tank. Basically the rubber washer touches the tank. Except for the metal washer & nut in between the tank & bowl. The order is metal washer then nut.

    • @StevesSpot
      @StevesSpot Před 4 lety +1

      Metal washer goes underneath tank where there is no water. Rubber goes inside tank to keep water from leaking out of tank through bolt holes.

  • @surgingcircuits6955
    @surgingcircuits6955 Před 6 lety +5

    I put a little silicone sealer on the upper-most 1/4" of the bolt shaft just under the head, then the rubber washer - resulting in a silicone seal bolt-head-to-rubber, and a rubber-to-porcelain seal to the tank. When you slide on the rubber washer, it pushes the bit of silicone up and makes a really nice little weld looking seal at the top.
    When the seal ages and it's time to replace, since the bolts are long, I lock 2 nuts together on the bottom of the bolt, and use them to hold the bolt as I break loose the original nut. All are easy to take off then; and you don't need to hold the bolt at the top to get it loose.

    • @Steve_K2
      @Steve_K2 Před 5 lety +1

      The silicone sealer makes sense, and the two bolts locked together is a great idea. Thanks from all of us out here in CZcams land.

  • @apaceofchange94
    @apaceofchange94 Před 2 lety +2

    Thank you for this, it was well presented and thorough for me to understand in a few quick watches. I used your advice on the screws but did everything else by memory from disassembling all the additional parts.
    Now the toilet works flawlessly and no longer leaks, and I have peace of mind now that all the parts are new.
    P.S. I subscribed to the channel as well because I’m going to need help in the future on whatever project pops up around the house.

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 2 lety

      Glad it was helpful
      We have more home improvement tips on our podcast podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087

  • @thoughtsofthinking
    @thoughtsofthinking Před 11 lety +1

    Great overview of the project. Gave me the confidence to tackle it myself. One bolt was so rusty it just broke off from the head.

  • @asrr62
    @asrr62 Před 7 lety +16

    I HATE 2 piece toilets. ive fixed mine 3 times over the span of half a year. i gotta get those one piece styles.

    • @MegaCritic23
      @MegaCritic23 Před 7 lety +5

      Yea u deff look like a 2 piece toilet having ass sob.

    • @RomanSmolak
      @RomanSmolak Před 7 lety +3

      DIYer's: Do not buy a Kohler Cimarron or you will be watching every video available to figure out how to stop a leaking tank gasket. Toto one piece installs in 15 minutes - no adjustments, leveling, shims, or magical tightening required!

  • @andie_pants
    @andie_pants Před 4 lety +6

    Oh hell, that's easy. (famous last words) I'm off to my local True Value...

  • @jerrybastida8476
    @jerrybastida8476 Před 8 lety +1

    Perfect walk through. Took me from 'I have no idea what to do' to 'I can do this!' Thanks so much!

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 8 lety

      +Jerry Bastida Glad it was helpful.
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  • @truthisforever9095
    @truthisforever9095 Před 8 lety +1

    Thank you Thank you Thank you!!!! No more excuses... I'm a 62 year old woman and I fixed my own toilet just listening to this tutorial.... I'm impressed with myself :)Thank you Thank you Thank you!!!!

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 8 lety

      +Truth is Forever Glad it was helpful.
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  • @aaronabner4317
    @aaronabner4317 Před 5 lety +21

    Be careful not to over tighten bolts because you can definitely CRACK the porcelain bowl.

    • @neettim
      @neettim Před 4 lety

      Thank you so much for this tip! What do I do if there's a leak still and I tightened the bolts?

    • @BobJones-zf6ie
      @BobJones-zf6ie Před 4 lety +1

      @@neettim double check that you don't have a "cracked" tank. If the water is coming from the bolt locations then most likely a bolt/gasket type issue but if the water is coming from else where, check for a crack in the porcelain.

  • @blueticecho5690
    @blueticecho5690 Před 9 lety +8

    In 40 years of doing this I've never, never place nuts on the bottom of the tank. This makes it almost impossible for the next person to get the bolts out.

    • @ilseavila5506
      @ilseavila5506 Před 8 lety

      +blueticecho no nuts ? how do you prevent screws from moving left and right? nut will secure screw to tank

    • @daniel3484
      @daniel3484 Před 8 lety

      I didnt realize how hard it would be for the next guy, but it didnt seem right to me and ive never installed a toilet.

    • @r.t.7925
      @r.t.7925 Před 6 lety

      Your right:). You need to know that there is a nut there.If you do the easiest way to take those bolts off is to wiggle them with Vise-Grip and brake the bolt. Then take the tank out and brake the bolt one more time :)

    • @mando82jr
      @mando82jr Před 5 lety +1

      I had leak with nut on bottom of tank. Took it out and no leak.

    • @joshualawson7604
      @joshualawson7604 Před 5 lety

      @@mando82jr Wondering about this, because I now have a leak coming from the bottom of the tank when it's flushed.

  • @user-yc3ny8rm5x
    @user-yc3ny8rm5x Před 3 lety

    Excellent video! One of the most articulately explaned videos i've seen!

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 3 lety

      Glad it was helpful
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  • @janisnoel647
    @janisnoel647 Před 5 lety

    Thank you so much for this video. It taught me so much. When I figured out the leak and knew that I didn't have to replace the whole toilet, it was on. My local hardware store is wonderful, because when he sees me coming, he knows that I am attempting to fix something.

  • @McFaddis
    @McFaddis Před 9 lety +5

    Get silicon and just cover the bolt with silicon. will last a couple years

    • @Charlie616161
      @Charlie616161 Před 8 lety

      I will try this, because even after I thought I had tightened it pretty good, I still has a slight leak. Quite frustrating. I am assuming the bolts need to be dry before applying the silicon.

    • @McFaddis
      @McFaddis Před 8 lety +1

      Yes they do need to be dry and I'd let it set a day or 2

  • @robertpeteski4389
    @robertpeteski4389 Před 9 lety +3

    The crazy thing about it is one manufactures directions says the same as your video and the other is without the Metal washer. All I know is that metal on metal will leak some kind of seepage. Without the metal washer there is absolutely no leak.

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 9 lety

      Robert Peteski Wow, interesting. We've had some toilets where the clay and the glazing doesn't form a perfect hole and have had problems, so like many projects there can be some subtle differences. Keeps it stimulating.

  • @PasqualeBianculli
    @PasqualeBianculli Před 9 lety +1

    Thanks so much for this vid. It helped me to repair a very similar leak. Following you step ny step gave me much confidence to tackle this project. Much appreciated.

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 9 lety

      Pasquale Bianculli Glad it was helpful. We have a weekly podcast too. Here is a link www.stitcher.com/s?fid=49441&refid=stpr

  • @Bergster417
    @Bergster417 Před 7 lety

    Have not attempted the project yet, but thank you for submitting a Video that totally makes sense and is easy to understand... (Hats off to your camera-person as well). Heading to the hardware store for parts & will follow up once the leak is taken care of... Thank you again "Great Job" . . .

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 7 lety

      Thanks. Let me know how it goes.
      We have more tips in our home improvement book www.amazon.com/dp/B01BK2K0JM

  • @robertpeteski4389
    @robertpeteski4389 Před 9 lety +11

    I've got to tell you watching this video caused me more headaches. I took the tank off the bowl two times trying to find out why it was leaking. After talking to a plumber at a local hardware store I found out you did not need the metal washer, just the rubber washer through the bolt inside the tank. I hope this helps some of you.

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 9 lety +2

      Robert Peteski Hi, there are a kits with a few different setups. I've found if you have a bolt with a small head, the added metal washer helps the rubber washer to keep its shape. Sorry it didn't help with your toilet.

    • @eloisecasey2818
      @eloisecasey2818 Před 5 lety

      Robert Peteski y

  • @truhunk1
    @truhunk1 Před 9 lety +18

    Hi. I think there is an error in the video. I don't think you should put a metal washer against the tank screws. The water will seep through the metal washer and the metal screw head to the threaded part of the screw and you will have a slow leak. It would be better to only use a rubber washer on the inside of the tank, or use a rubber washer first, then a metal one, then another rubber one.

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 9 lety +5

      Hi, there are a few different bolt kits. Some come with 2 rubber washers. One for inside the tank and one for the bottom. This kit wants the metal washer above the rubber to keep it from flexing. The rubber washer is against the hole inside the tank to keep it from leaking. I do prefer 2 washers.

    • @P.B.Theriver
      @P.B.Theriver Před 9 lety +4

      You are exactly right, it is possible for water to seep past the metal washer in this type of configuration. All that is needed from the inside of tank is the bolt and rubber washer. But don't worry, screw ups like this leaves room for the professionals to step in and clean up the mess, lol

    • @alpierson3233
      @alpierson3233 Před 7 lety +1

      It depends on the tank maker. American Standard & Kohler toilets really don't have the room for the nut underneath. Also, if it does rust again and the bold & wingnut underneath the toilet tight against the surface, your only option is cutting through the nut to get to the bold directly under the tank.
      Of course, you can try some kind of rust breaking spray, wait 24 hours and hope the very bottom nut frees up.

    • @speedfreak8200
      @speedfreak8200 Před 6 lety +3

      Good catch CD.....youtube is priceless, I use it multiple times a day..... but always read the comments

    • @fordummieslikeme7575
      @fordummieslikeme7575 Před 6 lety +2

      FIX IT Home Improvement Channel wrong my friend all you're doing is putting metal on metal the big flat head of the bolt is all the metal you need another metal washer under it the same diameter does nothing but give water a chance to get in metal washer is for underneath the tank no rubber on that side all the sealing is being done inside the tank with the water

  • @Mousland-723
    @Mousland-723 Před 9 lety +2

    Great instructions!!! I fixed my toilet this morning with the help of your awesome video. I ended up saving at least $60.00 doing it my self. Thanks.

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 9 lety

      Mike Ouslander Glad it was helpful.
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  • @Bluegrl77
    @Bluegrl77 Před 2 lety

    Great “How To” instructional video, thank you!! Super easy to follow. 👍🏼

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 2 lety +1

      Glad it was helpful.
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  • @rickreichert731
    @rickreichert731 Před 5 lety

    I have been working on fixing my toilet with the exact same problem for 13 hours and your bolt with washer under the tank did it!! THANK YOU!! I was going to have to replace the entire toilet! THANK YOU!

  • @TezzyFresh
    @TezzyFresh Před 7 lety +1

    Your tutorial is very helpful. Fixed my leak with no issues! Thanks

  • @teddgram
    @teddgram Před 3 lety

    The step you did where you tightened the bolt to the tank before putting it onto the bowl is the biggest mistake (by not doing that) for years. That makes much more sense. Thanks.

  • @coololds85
    @coololds85 Před 9 lety +1

    Just fixed the leak today and assembled the bolts like you did. Thanks so much. It actually stopped the leak and it worked. The only part I didn't like was having to saw off the rusty bolts. But everything else worked like a charm. I will keep watching for now on.

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 9 lety

      coololds85 Great. We also have a weekly Fix It Home Improvement podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Here is a link www.stitcher.com/s?fid=49441&refid=stpr

  • @melissabrooks3335
    @melissabrooks3335 Před 10 lety

    Thanks for this! I was fairly sure this was the problem and had an idea of how to solve it, but this video makes me much more confident about starting the process. Helpful tips and visuals. Glad you kept in the trouble-shooting...that's real life!

  • @RockAndGrohlMe
    @RockAndGrohlMe Před 7 lety +1

    This video was EXACTLY what I needed. Thank you SO much!

  • @jenniferwaters3514
    @jenniferwaters3514 Před 2 lety

    Thank you so very much!!! I should have taken the tank off before buying a gasket though because mine was smaller than the one that was in the kit at Home Depot. Also, the gentleman there said the kit will fit all toilets which was unfortunately not true and resulted in me making a second trip. Anyway, it felt SO GOOD to fix this with your help! Thank you for promoting self-efficacy and being so succinct with your guidance ❤

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 2 lety

      Glad it was helpful.
      We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast
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  • @RenaissancePeopleNYC
    @RenaissancePeopleNYC Před 2 lety +1

    This is EXACTLY what I will be doing as soon as Lowe's opens today! Hopefully without the hacksaw issue you poor guy - good video!

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 2 lety

      Hope it goes well.
      We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast
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  • @KeithChung88
    @KeithChung88 Před 10 lety +1

    Thanks ours is leaking but having seen your video I'll definitely give this ago. And it's always handy to see the trouble shooting tips in case it isn't all plain sailing.

  • @stevenkolden
    @stevenkolden Před 8 lety

    Thanks! I'm glad you had to cut one as I had to do the same. You saved me plumbing costs! I really appreciate it!

  • @LorriJefferson
    @LorriJefferson Před 3 lety +2

    This was super helpful. Thanks for sharing this.

  • @bzaq
    @bzaq Před 7 lety

    Thank you! I don't know jack about plumbing - but you saved me. Heading out to get the kit and will knock this repair out tomorrow.

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 7 lety

      Great. Let me know how it goes.
      We have more tips in our home improvement book www.amazon.com/dp/B01BK2K0JM?ref_=pe_2427780_160035660

  • @grifftrain
    @grifftrain Před 5 lety

    Thanks for posting this. watching this has given me the confidence to try to repair my toilet myself. My tank is leaking from the bottom. I will give a follow up post to let you know if I was successful

  • @jabanto1
    @jabanto1 Před 7 lety

    Thanks for a simple, straightforward 'how to' video!

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 7 lety

      Thanks.
      We have more tips in our home improvement book www.amazon.com/dp/B01BK2K0JM?ref_=pe_2427780_160035660

  • @gerardorocha8395
    @gerardorocha8395 Před 2 lety

    This is a great video. It helped me to fix a leaky toilet and saved me a lot of time and frustration. Like the showed real life problem (e.g., rusty bolts) and the step by step instructions. Thank you.

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 2 lety

      Glad it was helpful
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  • @ObbiSAV
    @ObbiSAV Před 9 lety

    Had some issues until I looked this up. Worked perfectly. Thank you!

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 9 lety

      Robbert Madlem You're welcome.
      We have more tips on our weekly podcast itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

  • @salonpavia
    @salonpavia Před 2 lety +1

    This was very helpful. I never realized there were 2 places to fasten each tank screw. Thanks again

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 2 lety

      Glad it was helpful
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  • @jrmthny
    @jrmthny Před 9 lety +1

    I feel confident that I can do this after watching this video! Thank you!

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 9 lety

      Jolyn Matheny You're welcome. Let me know how it goes. We have more tips on our weekly podcast www.stitcher.com/s?fid=49441&refid=stpr

  • @mbrowshan
    @mbrowshan Před 5 lety +2

    Great instructions. Had mine fixed in around 2 hours. Thanks!

  • @mxnfx
    @mxnfx Před 4 lety

    Awesome, I just had this problem...and here I find exactly what I need....THANKS!...

  • @j.w.9407
    @j.w.9407 Před 5 lety +1

    Thank you for this video, made the repair easy. Wasn’t as daunting as I thought.

  • @SuperUtube53
    @SuperUtube53 Před 7 lety

    Now that's a good repair video! You showed every step clearly. Appreciate it...Thaniks!

  • @blkpro922
    @blkpro922 Před 10 lety

    Great video. It helped with my toilet repair and fixed the leaking problem. Thank you!

  • @TheOakqueen21
    @TheOakqueen21 Před 4 lety

    Don't know this guys name, BUT!!! I am a 62 year old widow, and after watching this, SUCCESS!!! I DID have to hack saw the bolt off, after that?? It was a CAKE WALK!! THANK you, Good Guy that helped with my toilet!!!

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 4 lety

      Happy I could help.
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  • @docsavage8640
    @docsavage8640 Před 4 lety

    Thank you so much for posting this. This is exactly the problem my hall bathroom toilet developed a few days ago. It took a while to figure out what exactly was leaking. Thanks to your video, I just need to buy the parts and I'm set to fix the problem!

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 4 lety

      Hi, glad it was helpful.
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  • @FMM12100
    @FMM12100 Před rokem +1

    My apartment's toilet is a virtually identical model to that toilet and it looks like the sealant formed above the two bolts on the inside of the tank will dissolve any day now. This procedure you showed will certainly be of help when the time comes to fix it. Thanks for making this video!

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před rokem

      You're welcome
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  • @tomlovarco4143
    @tomlovarco4143 Před 5 lety

    This was great. Thanks. Saved me money and I got to learn something new. The job was easy and came out perfect. Thanks again!

  • @albertsmedley3636
    @albertsmedley3636 Před rokem

    Great video. In most fix-it videos the repair goes easily. But whenever I need to fix something, nothing they show in their video works. It is always much more complicated. In you video, whatever could go wrong went wrong .. or at least enough to really teach us something. My bolts look to be rusted like yours and I will need your tricks. Thanks.

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před rokem

      Glad it was helpful.
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