wrote:
On my current list of honey-do's is to replace the rubber gasket thingy
that obscures the whirling blades of death on the disposal. I suspect
that the brand of the unit is irrelevant other than to find a
replacement boot, but I'd like to know what I'm getting into before I
tear up the kitchen sink. In the spirit of Usenet clarity, I have some
specific questions:

1. Can I replace the boot from above, or do I have to remove the
disposal unit to do so?

You will need to remove the disposal.

2. How does it detach from the sink bowl? Is it part of the flange
between sink and plumbing?

There is usually a large flange with three lugs around the
circumference of the flange. There will be a convenient hole
in each lug into which you can place a screwdriver. Turn the
flange about 1/4 turn in a counterclockwise direction (looking
at it from below) and the GB will fall out (probably crushing
your hand in the process, if you are not holding it).

3. Is this going to be a huge pain in my, um, side?

Thanks,

-Phil Crow


No.

Look at this site for more detailed info:

http://www.insinkerator.com/service/...erreplace.html


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Robert Allison
Rimshot, Inc.
Georgetown, TX