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PoindexterOglethorpe

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3. I'd suggest almost any modern toilet.

Reply to CTyankee (Original post)

Thu Apr 1, 2021, 12:23 PM

Apr 2021

I got two new Kohlers installed about six or so years ago. They are totally trouble free.

It sounds like you may need some kind of special, non-standard toilet, which will raise the cost considerably, as I know from experience. In my case the rough-in (if that's what it's called) where the actual drain pipe was located was a shorter distance than is typical.

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Can anyone recommend a good new toilet to replace our old one with constant problems? [View all] CTyankee Apr 2021 OP

Kohler. Had 4 installed in 1995 and only had to replace one flapper in 25 years. sinkingfeeling Apr 2021 #1

I second that. piddyprints Apr 2021 #5

Toto leftieNanner Apr 2021 #2

I'd suggest almost any modern toilet. PoindexterOglethorpe Apr 2021 #3

We have an appartus that has a seat and just fits over the toilet. It is super lightweight so it can CTyankee Apr 2021 #4

I'd say bring that apparatus along with you when you look at toilets PoindexterOglethorpe Apr 2021 #7

Go with Kohler. Ocelot II Apr 2021 #6

thank you! CTyankee Apr 2021 #9

if you cant change the flapper and handle then you must be using a plumber/contractor for the job Kali Apr 2021 #8

Our best friend is a retired plumber. So we're in good hands here! CTyankee Apr 2021 #10