Leaky Tub drain and rough fiberglass

[DBASRA99]

After about 18 years, I have deleveloped a leaky tub outlet and it wiped out the ceiling in a closet.

When replacing the outlet drain etc I noticed that the fiberglass around the outlet (under the tub) was pretty rough and not really flat....one pretty big bump.

Should I try to sand down the fiberglass or just hope for the best with the rubber glasket?

I have no interest in replacing the entire shower.

Thanks

 

[Jimbo]

The rubber gaskets are forgiving...yours held for many years... but it would be a good idea to take a sanding block and some 120 grit to smooth it out.

 

[Sponsor]

 

[hj]

The bottom surface of the tub IS the watertight connection when the gasket is compressed between it and the drain fitting. IF it is NOT flat/smooth, it CAN leak.

 

[DBASRA99]

Thanks guys, I appreciate the feedback.