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  1. Captain Commode

    Slow draining disposal, but 2nd sink drains fine

    I replaced the disposer--all is right with the world. Thanks much for your help.
  2. Captain Commode

    Slow draining disposal, but 2nd sink drains fine

    Hmm, "how" I replace the disposer. I've done it a couple of times and it was the same both times. I wasn't aware of alternative installations. Dishwasher goes into disposer; plug has to be removed from disposer or draining dishwasher water comes shooting out the sink (we laughed like crazy).
  3. Captain Commode

    Slow draining disposal, but 2nd sink drains fine

    Okay, thanks guys. The disposal is at least 10 yrs. old, so I'll replace it and see. I'm betting that does it. And, yes, the dishwasher drains into the disposal.
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    Slow draining disposal, but 2nd sink drains fine

    I noticed that I have to turn my disposal on to get it to drain if I leave the water on for any length of time. I've also noticed that my dishwasher is not doing as good a job, and both of these event started at the same time. The side-by-side second sink drains just fine, so I guess the problem...
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    Need to Replace Bathtub

    I grew up with ceramic tubs in every house we ever lived in. They were all 1950s and earlier construction, here and overseas. Did they even make molded tubs back then? Anyway, back on topic, I've done a search for a diy for removing and replacing the tub. I think I've reached the point where...
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    Need to Replace Bathtub

    Help me with this. Yes, it's definitely a tub…I’m certain of that, I've even taken a bath in it. Okay, I’m joking. You are clearly making a distinction that I’m not familiar with, further indication that I’ve got some learning to do. But what you see is a form of plastic, not ceramic. I have...
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    Need to Replace Bathtub

    Hi all, this seems like a really good forum. I've gotten a lot info while in lurking mode, but now I need to jump in and ask for help. I have a bathtub the was installed circa '82. It's one of those vinyl lined tubs. The liner is badly stained I'm also probably going to have to remove and...
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