How do I replace the rings on my plastic pipes under my kitchen sink so the pipes do not leak?

Question

I took the pipes apart now I am having problems getting the parts to fit tightly as they were.

Answer 1

just get new part. along with the teflon tape...the plastic pipes are very inexpensive.

Answer 2

teflon tape may work but just un- do the joints and take the rings out and to the depot and match them and then refasten the parts .or take the whole parts from the joint to the tail pipe or drop from the sink and then replace the whole plastic kit its like 5or 6 dollars new for a kit you may need a hacksaw and a piece of sandpaper to smooth the ends and also if you replace just the rings sand the ends of the pipe parts to make them smooth and a better fit

Answer 3

first don't use any kind of tape they have what is called plumbers putty and this is what is used,second the plastic ring has a flat side and that goes up under the sink basket and taper should fit in drain pipe for it to seal, put the putty only on threads under sink turn titer your done, check for any leaks if one found ti ten little more till no leaks.

Answer 4

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Answer 5

You need to get some Teflon tape at your local hardware store. It is white and very thin, put a couple of rounds and tighten. It will solve your leaking.

Good luck!

Answer 6

buy more, pipe glue, hire someone.