CountryBoy19
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The primary cause of this problem appears to be a relatively high and partially obstructed drain stub in the cabinet (it's only 3/4" below the disposal outlet and right behind the disposal). This all develops periodical leaks, I tighten it up and it eventually leaks again. I think it's happening due to back pressure/ vibration from the disposal running plus hot water sitting in all the drains below the outlet (acting like 1 big trap) causing thermal cycles at the joints. Note that it's only the joints sitting below the water level showing the signs of leaking/moving.
I can think of a couple ways to fix this but none are ideal and I'm looking for input.
This picture taken from a high angle. Note the drain stub behind the disposal and supply lines partially obstructing the route to the stub.
This picture taken from a lower angle. And I just noticed the red thing...NOT a sex toy...just a nipple from a bottle for a calf...pic below so you don't think I'm crazy...
I can think of a couple ways to fix this but none are ideal and I'm looking for input.
This picture taken from a high angle. Note the drain stub behind the disposal and supply lines partially obstructing the route to the stub.
This picture taken from a lower angle. And I just noticed the red thing...NOT a sex toy...just a nipple from a bottle for a calf...pic below so you don't think I'm crazy...