Toilets, Sinks, Showers, Tubs and Disposals - replace a wax ring?

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hsteve
11-18-04, 08:26 AM
I'll try a be quick and to the point.Toilet sits on concrete slab and is level. However, I can rock it from side to side. My question is since there is no leak around the base can I just tighten the nuts or should I put a new wax ring in also.Thanks in advance for your help.

majakdragon
11-18-04, 08:34 AM
You should just be able to tighten the nuts. Do this VERY carefully. Snug is the word of the day. Otherwise you will be buying a new toilet when it cracks. If the bolts are already snug you may have to shim the toilet base. They make shims for this purpose. Wiggling is not a good thing. Good luck.