Misaligned P-trap for tub

Don't ask how.... just suffice it to say my P-trap ended up "less than vertical" during my current basement remodel. Now my new tub drain doesn't line up with the trap compression inlet. Redoing the trap doesn't seem to be an option due to the lack of available pvc between all the joints. I found a rubber sleeve designed for misaligned sinks, disposals, and such that appears would give me enough "flex" to match up my systems. My concern is: Is it proper and legal - or is there a better way? Any input would be appreciated. I would love to slap it together but worry about longevity.

Take a picture of it; sometimes a rubber connector is a last resort, but it is a resort that only you can accept if it is your own home. Knowing me I would tear it all out and do it right though.
I only use those in the worst of scenario's, especially if the house is deplorable and the termites are holding hands to keep the house from falling down. LOL

RUGGED said:

Take a picture of it; sometimes a rubber connector is a last resort, but it is a resort that only you can accept if it is your own home. Knowing me I would tear it all out and do it right though.
I only use those in the worst of scenario's, especially if the house is deplorable and the termites are holding hands to keep the house from falling down. LOL

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Sounds depressing. House is beautiful, 3 years old - $400,000.

The inlet pipe to the P-trap is off vertical enough that the vertical drain pipe from the tub just won't fit. I've been playing with it for hours - 3 trips to the hardware store for ideas..... So far - nothing. I "could" tear it out and reglue everything - but I'm "joint to joint" all the way to the main stack and don't have any "pipe stub" to start over with. Ever heard of an adapter that will slip over the OD of a joint? My rubber connector works - but I don't think the building inspector will appreciate it when he visits (or is it "legal" but immoral)

Again - any advice will be appreciated....

Just read Terry's response to a similar ()kindasorta() problem. How about using a no-hub coupling with metal shielding instead of a plain rubber connector? ProFlex for example. Would that be up to code?

Like I stated, take a picture of it. They make a tool to remove a pipe from a plastic fitting, take it from there. Only your inspector will have the final say on what he/she will allow.