Advice needed for replacing the shower drain seal

[Danielu]

Hi Guys,

My apartment shower drain is leaking downstairs, I found the drain seal is loose and rigid, and needed to be replaced. The old drain seal is made by Mustee part number 32.401, 2 inches. This is the first time doing it, I am wondering if I could buy 2 inches seals made by other companies, for example, Fernco Inc. PSD-210 (https://www.amazon.com/Fernco-PSD-2...001ATDOKI/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8)

Any suggestions on how to install the drain gasket? Do I need to apply plumber putty or silicone sealant?

Thank you so much in advance!

 

[Tuttles Revenge]

Likely your p-trap has come loose from the drain because there is flex in both the shower pan and the trap arm.

I can't say if the Fernco donut is a direct replacement for the mustee but they look similar.

The rubber donut is simply tapped into place from above while the standpipe above the trap is held in place by a person below or by being supported from below.

 

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[Danielu]

Thank you so much for your response and insights! I appreciate your help and guidance in this matter.

The drain pvc pipe is loose, and it can move up and down a little bit. Is it normal for the drain PVC pipe to have some movement or should it be firmly secured in place? If it is indeed abnormal, what steps can I take to rectify the situation and ensure a more secure connection?

 

[WorthFlorida]

If the shower base is a plastic, anyone stepping into the base it will give a little. After a few thousand times, that give works on the pipes below. Code wise they must be cemented and joints can fail. Replace the seals and do a water test. If there still is a leak you'll need to open the ceiling below.

 

[Tuttles Revenge]

The drain pipe should be secured from below to prevent it from working itself loose as Worth mentions above. I would bite the bullet and open the ceiling. It will allow you to secure the pipe and give you a visual guarantee that the drain has been sealed

 

[Danielu]

Thank you Tuttles Revenge and WorthFlorida for your valuable insights and advice.

 

[oldmanhat]

Thank you Tuttles Revenge and WorthFlorida for your valuable insights and advice.

Hi, I am having a similar issue and was wondering what ended up happening in your case. Thanks!