Sounds like either the tube that connects to the ballcock assembly has come loose or you have a bad ballcock assembly.How to repair a toilet
This. Hopefully the foll tube has simply become loose, and it spraying up or sideways instead of down.
That's an easy fix; just re-aim it.
If that's not it, probably just needs the whole ballcock assembly replaced. Not a bad deal still.
Any of this is muuuuuch better than leaking at the bottom of the tank, or at the bowl.
Check the little hose that goes from the valve to the tube sticking up in the middle of the tank. Sometimes if they get loose (on either end) the spray the top of the tank lid or the side of the tank and water leaks out. Also check the end of the tube for any obstructions.
Well I was third.
Well I was third.
Thanks for all the responses guys. When I get home I'll check it out again and see if I can fix it.
I'd stop on the way, just in case.
Unless you break the stupid plastic nut on the supply line like I did. Makes a nifty little mess while you get sprayed in the face trying to reach the shut off valve.
So here's what I've got. Any suggestions?
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Go to Wally or Lowes and buy a new toilet kit and just replace the whole innards for like $15 bucks.
Based on where it looks like the spray is coming from, this is the ticket.
I agree... looks like the valve itself is leaking but that whole thing is easily replaced. You'll be a toilet fixin' guru in just a few minutes and feel like superman. Make sure the wife thinks it was really difficult and required lots of skill so you can get treated like the king of the house that you are.
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