spud washer

English

Noun

spud washer (plural spud washers)

1. A flanged rubber or foam ring that covers the spud nut on the flush mechanism of a toilet, cushioning the tank-bowl juncture to prevent leaks.
   • 2002, Bill Marken, How to Fix (just About) Everything, →ISBN, page 171:

     With the tank upside down, pull or twist off the rubber spud washer and use a spud wrench to unscrew the large locking net from the flush valve.

   • 2007, Sid Davis, The First-time Homeowner's Survival Guide, →ISBN:

     Loose mounting bolts can also damage the spud washer and leak water behind the bowl.

   • 2009, Albert Jackson, David Day, Popular Mechanics Complete Home How-to, →ISBN, page 352:

     The same package that contained the bowl caps will contain a large rubber spud washer and tank bolts and washers.