The most daunting task is knowing how tight to secure the tank bolts without having the porcelain tank crack under pressure. Most toilets have a space between the bottom of the tank and the top of ...

Step Three: Install the Tank The toilet tank holds the water and sits on the back of the toilet base. It is held in place by two bolts that connect it to the base.

The new toilet should come in two pieces. We avoid units with integrated tank and bowl, finding them tougher to install and more expensive.