How do I remove this drain without damaging the tub?
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Sanders
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just purchased a home. The bathtub is very dinghy. We are going to refurbish it. We need to remove the drain because it’s rusty. Can you please tell me how I can successfully remove this drain without damaging the tub?Thank you!!!Sanders
https://www.thespruce.com/how-to-remove-tub-drain-1822507
Here is a video I found. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YCuxIWwXut0
It looks like the cross member is missing from your tub drain basket. You should be able to use an expanding tub drain removal wrench to remove it: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NG00N5I/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=lexsdirmaisho-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B00NG00N5I&linkId=69e3615d55baeb3c6aa8cc23bf5c0ae3
There are videos on YouTube which demonstrate how to remove a tub drain with broken cross members.
This tool
should do the trick!
Superior Tool 05255 1.5" Tub Drain Extractor-Removes One and a Half Inch Old or Stubborn Tub Drains https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00C0M7DVA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_d4Z7Cb7DFS9GM
I bought a special tool and it did not work. I was told I would have to go on the underside where the drain line attaches to the drain and unscrew if from there to free up the drain section inside the tub.
A drain wrench is a drain removal tool that is form-fitted to drain basket crossbars. It greatly reduces the risk of accidentally breaking the crossbar. If you are using a drain wrench, insert the drain wrench into the drain and turn it counterclockwise to unscrew the drain basket.
Here is more info https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CzmDGtPXUlE
https://www.google.com/search?q=how+to+remove+a+tub+drain&rlz=1C1OKWM_enUS1033US1033&oq=&aqs=chrome.0.69i59i450l8.57744j0j7&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8#kpvalbx=__D_-ZPi8L6KkqtsP35Wi0Ao_87
Grip the Locking Pliers With the Standard Pliers
Grip the locking pliers with a set of standard pliers, grabbing as low as possible on the locking pliers so that they do not interfere with the locking action.
Turn the Pliers
Turn the pliers counterclockwise. Be patient and go slowly. After a few rotations, the tub drain should be loose enough that you can set aside the second set of pliers and turn the locking pliers by hand.
Clear the Drain Opening
After the ring has been removed, press a small wad of paper towels or a rag into the drain hole. Carefully remove the ring of plumber's putty. Screw all of the putty away and rub the surface clean.