Bath tub drain.

[wizzy]

Is the K-380 3/8" cable to large to use on a bath tub drain ? Thanks for your input.

[imported_PLUMBER RICK]

WIZZY, IF YOU ARE GOING THROUGH THE TUB OVERFLOW, THEN THE TRAP. THE ANSWER IS YES. THE CABLE IS TOO STIFF TO NEGOTIATE THIS SETUP. IF YOU HAVE A CLEANOUT, 1.5''- 2''. THIS IS PERFECT.
ON A 1.5'' TRAP I WOULD USE A 5/16'' CABLE. ALTHOUGH I HAVE AND CAN USE A 3/8'' CABLE WITH PROPER FEEL AND LOTS OF EXPERIENCE.
GOOD LUCK.
RICK.

[ToUtahNow]

Rick,

With a little work and a gentle touch I can snake through an overflow with a K-50 and 5/8" cable (straight auger). It is not something you want to do very often but when you need it it will work.

I would not even consider a 3/8" cable and a K380 through an overflow.

Mark