Rod fell into overflow pipe of tub pop-up drain

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I have a Kohler pop-up tub drain and the lift rod fell off the crank piece of the overflow hood assembly. What’s the best approach to try and fish the rod, spring, etc., out? Obviously, I don’t want to remove the tub.

Alternatively, can I replace with a toe stopper style drain stopper? For now, it’s a $5 rubber stopper…

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Alternatively, can I replace with a toe stopper style drain stopper?  For now, it's a $5 rubber stopper...

gbronner · Answer

For $30, you can get a "camera on a stalk" (I have one from DEPSTECH that occasionally works) that will allow you to peer down into there. Many also come with magnets and little hooks to help retrieve lost pieces.

Answered by gbronner on September 25, 2021

Anthony Stevens · Answer

These are cheap and a great addition to your toolbox.
Provided it’s long enough, this should get a grip on it.

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Rod fell into overflow pipe of tub pop-up drain

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