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Fixitright

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Any recommendations for the proper tools to install kitchen sink baskets?
A pliers in the top and a large channel lock for the
bottom ring works often but there has to be something better.

Is there a tool that will make this a one man job?

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I use a pair of Channellock "oil filter" pliers for the strainer locknuts AND trap slip joints. Installing them has NEVER been a two man job, however.
 
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quote; And most have the elongated hole in the center. Do not leave these upsidedown, sideways, or crooked.

How could you install it "upside down" and if a customer even notices the orientation, he/she and you would be overly "anal retentve".
 

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Thanks Platinum824 and HJ,

The Rigid Model 2006 Faucet & Sink Installer looks like a time saver. Off to see if my local Home Depot has one.
Tightening a basket from the under side of the sink would save me, arms are to short to reach both top and bottom
at the same time.

Installed a disposal with the lettering on the basket upside down until the Home Owner saw it. Said he was Obsessive-Compulsive and it would drive
him crazy. I didn't even notice it had lettering on it. A quick fix and all were happy.
 

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WHY do you have to reach both top and bottom of the sink? Just grip the drain outlet while tightening the locknut. I have the Ridgid tool, but only use it for installing or removing faucets.
 

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I'm really confused how this is a two-man job as well.

Sounds like building a mountain out of a mole hill again.
 

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Thanks again Platinum824 (Brandon),

Had a chance to use that tool, a time saver for me.
It's so nice to see positive and informative feedback on
forums like this.

Please keep it up
 
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