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That was my thinking, too. Just worried that, if the foam encapsulates the wire, it may cause issues. Even some electricians I ask seem not be clear on that. I guess I can always contact the company who makes the foam or chat with my "friendly" inspector.

Just curious if I can spray foam in this void which has an electrical wire in it. It is a 20A circuit so I hope it is 12GA wire. Will I have any issues with heat dissipation or the wire overheating? The circuit currently supplies a gas dryer and usually a radio or other low amp item. Just wanted...

Thx, red...this is why this forum is so valuable. So many different ideas and much ingenuity. Will try that for sure. And, not concerned about the finish at all.

Thanks, Superbec. I'll just keep searching for the right tool. I agree that I'd rather do it myself than pay, especially since this repair is so basic. Now, if I'm running and plumbing gas pipe, I DEFINITELY won't be doing THAT myself!

Oops, my error

I tried using a basin wrench as I explained in my original post. The space between the nut and pedestal is extremely narrow. The jaw wouldn't fit . I will just see if i can lightly hammer the nut tight after i treat the threads with sealant. Luckily have some real long screwdrivers. The space...

While that is a great suggestion, the I.D. of that would not fit around my tailpiece which is 1-1/4". It seems it is 15/16" I.D. But, I may get one for whenever I may need to access faucet nuts. Thanks for the link. And, yes, I have putty under the flange on the top side of the sink basin. It...

Yup...have a basin wrench but the jaw is too wide to grip the nut without hitting the sides of the basin...at least I have the basin wrench for a future need on a different area!

oldldh, laughed at your reply because I know you are right!!! My father always said..."don't ever get old"

It's possible that I might just change the rubber washer and new tailpiece assembly. I've done a few of these in the past with no issues. However, I always had alot more room to work in. I will try all these tips and hopefully, leaks will stop. BTW, this is an OUTSTANDING forum...you guys are...

rlit, I like that solution. I will try to see if that works. Its amazing the lack of room behind there. Even disconnecting the supply lines and drain stopper, I pretty much have to contort myself. I'm 6'2" and 220 and not as young as I used to be...what a PITA just to lie down there and reach...

Unfortunately, the unit was installed by the previous homeowner. If I installed, I would not have secured the base to the sink...thus giving me access to slide out the pedestal for access. But I really appreciate everyones/ replies so far...thanks!

Hi, Larry. Mine is really cemented to the base. I guess if I had to, I could remove the cement but, if I could find the right tool, that would be preferable. The previous owner really mounted this thing to be permanent! P.S. I HATE small bathrooms!!!

Thanks for your quick reply, Dan. I will attach pics showing the area. I also will replace the nut with a metal hex nut... just used that plastic nut thinking I could get a better grip by hand. Access is EXTREMELY tight and even without huge hands, can not tighten fully. Also, the jaws of the...

Hi, first post after a few weeks of finding this site. You guys are very informative and helpful for a DIYer like myself...thanks to everyone who shares their experience. My problem is trying to find the proper wrench to remove and retighten the nut that tightens the rubber gasket on the...