Is there a trick to removing a stuck tub drain linkage assembly without cutting into the wall?
Asked by Mustafa Hovind 
2 months ago
Last Updated: July 26, 2024
Hey there, I’m trying to sort out this tub drain linkage assembly situation. The visible part seems to be jammed in there and I can’t seem to get it out. I really don’t want to cut into the wall on the other side, so is there any trick to removing this thing? I’ve been wiggling it for about 10 minutes with no success. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
The best approach would be to work from below.
Hey , appreciate the insight. Looks like cutting the ceiling in my laundry room is the way to go. I’ll have to think about it some more.
Hey , what’s the deal? Remember, it’s a laundry room, not meant for hanging out.
Nope, not worth the effort for me at that stage.
This is connected to a pipe that directs the excess water into the bathtub drain.
I was worried about this. It’s a bit overwhelming for me. I appreciate your advice.
Needs to call a plumber to take care of the ceiling in the laundry room…it’s going to be messy.
If you cut the ceiling yourself, you can do it cleanly and avoid damaging the drywall.
If you’re looking to swap out the gasket for the overflow, try inserting a screwdriver and gently tapping it with a hammer. This should help loosen it up and provide the necessary flexibility.
I’m attempting to take out the drain linkage setup. Not sure if using a hammer on the screwdriver would help.
He’s attempting to extract the drain plug and connecting rod.
Go ahead and pour in a can of coke. After that, spray in some WD-40, wait for 15 minutes, and start wiggling, turning, and tugging.
That’s intriguing. I might just have to try it out.
Avoid cutting your tub. It’s actually part of the drain assembly. You’ll need to work from the bottom instead.
Definitely, !