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I have a newer Kohler toiler with a Fluidmaster flusher. The toilet runs every 15 minutes or so because the level in the tank drops. I have tried cleaning the flapper and seat with a non-scratch scotch bright pad (common plumbing trick) to no avail. I also tried raising the foam float higher on the chain so it wasen't pulling up on the flapper so much and that didn't work and also resulted in a weaker flush due to the flapper closing right away. Any other ideas? Can I coat Vaseline on the flapper to help seal it or is that not a good idea? The toilet is probably only a year and half old and was not cheap.
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Replace the flapper...
I would suggest using a Korky # 16BP replacement flapper.
Do you use in tank bowl cleaners?I stayed at a Holiday Inn Express last night.
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Bowl cleaners but never anything in the tank, I know those eat away at the rubber.Originally posted by Redwood View PostComment
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Or maybe it's rust from that old well of yours. The same rust that kept plugging up your constant pressure valve.Comment
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My well is only for watering my lawn, supplies just 1 outdoor spigot. The house is on municipal and probably some of the best water in MSP.Originally posted by Speedbump View PostComment
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I would replace the flapper valve. It is probably leaking even if it looks ok. I have to replace mine frequently; they are inexpensive.Comment
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