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Mark Schofield
 
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Default Better flapper seal

I had the same problem with a Kohler, after using the generic flapper from
the plumbing supply house. So for twice the price I tried a Kohler flapper
and all is well.
"Charlie S." wrote in message
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There is a bit of draining after a minute or so after flushing the toilet.
Tried replacing the flapper. Pretty much got the same result. I'm using
the popular orange 'Corky' flapper sold at Home Depot. There is a slight
imperfection in the brass pipe (?) that the flapper rests on. Don't know
if
that is that is the problem. I'm wondering if there is a way to get a
better seal from this flapper.

The toilet is an older 'Standard' toilet probably 30 years old or so. The
plumber across the street recommends I replace the whole toilet unit with
all it's fixtures. I figure that might run me $200+ or so with
installation. I'd rather settle for the temporary $5.00 fix if possible.