nurse ratchett
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Hi, new to posting but have been browsing for a year or so. Have a 1977 tri level ranch, needs LOT's of updating, so am replacing/repairing here and there as I can afford and have time.
Current issue is toilet in basement. Needed new wax ring due to leak, so pulled toilet off. Plan on replacing with Fluidmaster bowl gasket (used upstairs already, what a breeze). Anyway, I have 3 in ABS pipe with the metal flange surrounding the ABS, set in the cement floor, not bolted in anyway. I am attaching a pic so you can see what I mean as I'm not sure my description will be clear.
So, am not sure if I should try to remove the metal flange part by chiseling out and using a replacement of some sort (clamshell or whatever someone suggests) or try to leave in place and alter?? You can see in the pic that a chunk on the right is missing altogether.
Of concern is it does not "appear" to be level, I will probably use tile for new floor, however, may use linoleum so need to be sure the height issue isn't an "issue".
Can someone advise me what they would do, or, in my case, what would be the simplest/easiest for me? I would prefer to do it right the first time, and since I am currently working just a few days a month, have all the time I need. No helpers or other income, so need to do myself.
Thanks all for advice, I think it's a great thing you're all doing helping people with your expert advice and experience. Good Karma.
Current issue is toilet in basement. Needed new wax ring due to leak, so pulled toilet off. Plan on replacing with Fluidmaster bowl gasket (used upstairs already, what a breeze). Anyway, I have 3 in ABS pipe with the metal flange surrounding the ABS, set in the cement floor, not bolted in anyway. I am attaching a pic so you can see what I mean as I'm not sure my description will be clear.
So, am not sure if I should try to remove the metal flange part by chiseling out and using a replacement of some sort (clamshell or whatever someone suggests) or try to leave in place and alter?? You can see in the pic that a chunk on the right is missing altogether.
Of concern is it does not "appear" to be level, I will probably use tile for new floor, however, may use linoleum so need to be sure the height issue isn't an "issue".
Can someone advise me what they would do, or, in my case, what would be the simplest/easiest for me? I would prefer to do it right the first time, and since I am currently working just a few days a month, have all the time I need. No helpers or other income, so need to do myself.
Thanks all for advice, I think it's a great thing you're all doing helping people with your expert advice and experience. Good Karma.