How to Fix a Toilet - Flush Valve Replacement - Part 1 of 2

[MrGrevy]

How high should the float ball be set?

[homeflash]

this looks easy, but I bought my fluidmaster, and keep leaking or water splashing out only when I flush, it does not seem to be from the washer area. The only thing I don't have is the extra sponge gasket seal that cover the ring, Is it necessary to purchase that to avoid leaks?

[cuby1954]

I have a very small amount of water leaking into the toilet bowl. The overflow is fine. I have tried several flappers including the exact same one that was previously on and I still have the leak. The toilet bowl is two years old. What could be the problem?

[HomeownerSeries]

@cuby1954 The flush valve could also be not sealing correctly. On our channel there is a diagnostic section playlist for toilet repairs. Take a look at it to find other problems.

[Mr23skeedo1]

HomeownerSeries >>

Thank you very much.

[Mr23skeedo1]

Thanks for the great video.

TWO QUESTIONS:

1. I like the replacement valve you used- what brand is it?

2. The original Valve on my toilet holds the flapper real close to the tank bottom. Replacement Flush Valves seem to elevate the flapper an extra inch or two above the bottom of the tank floor. Would this cause tank capacity problems for me? Do I need to get a valve that is low like my original one?

Thank you.

[HomeownerSeries]

@Mr23skeedo1

1. Fluidmaster.

2. Adjusting the height to the flush valve would affect the amount of water in the tank which in turn affects the flush. So if you have any issues with your flush then just adjust the float to allow the tank to fill with more water.

[flwagr]

The best tutorial on the internet. I'm a 58 year-old female and had a great time replacing my flush valve thanks to this video!

Oh yes, and the pride of a job well done :-)