Insinkerator fiber? gasket

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I have an evolution series disposal and it seems like is has a lot more "torque" than others I've used. It's been installed for 3 years but now leaking because the entire disposal now "jolts" and spins a bit on startup, which has created a gap in the putty.

First of all, why isn't there a rubber gasket rather than the fiber one? Seems to me it would grab the metal better. Is there anything I can do? I'm going to reinstall everything with a new mount. Can I put some silicone on the top of that fiber washer to help keep it steady? Is there anyway I can improve this and make it last longer?https://www.homedepot.com/p/InSinkErator-Quick-Lock-Mount-for-Garbage-Disposals-QLM-00/100051195 THANKS
 

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fiber washer doesn't do much on the ISE on a basket strainer with a big nut it helps in tightening.
most likely excessive putty the culprit.
 
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there is no substitute for putty? you don't dare use silicone? or a rubber washer of some sort? I'm not a pro but every time I've used putty I've thought to myself how in the hell is this going to seal? a better quality putty maybe? thanks
 

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We use silicone to seal basket strainers to the sink (top side).

Putty does alright if it's squeezed down tight enough, but it gets crumbly, and weak after time, too.
 

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Never tried silicone seal . I've seen it used on shower drains on fiberglass pans. Putty works good on sinks, a bit of guess work for a newbe I suppose but you work it real good like silly putty best when warm . The non staining putty for marble and stone definitely not as good as regular putty
 
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