How do you remove an old bathtub faucet stem?


Quote from Youtube video: So I'm going to loosen that counterclockwise. And now when I get it out a little bit I want to pull the handle towards the screw. And then keep on loosening.

How do you remove a bathtub stem without the tool?

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Quote from Youtube video: But now it's ready to just basically pull the stem straight out and and then you'll be on your way to Home Depot or Lowe's or wherever to pick up a new stem anyways.

How do you remove an old bathtub nozzle?

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Quote from Youtube video: Hold the tuff spout firmly with one hand while the other hand used the screwdriver to turn it counterclockwise slowly to loosen once it's loosened use both hand and slowly unscrew it from the pipe.

How do you remove a faucet stem?

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Quote from Youtube video: If you have a brass stem you'll need to remove this by using a wrench and rotating it in the on direction until it threads out entirely.

How do you remove a plastic faucet stem?

Insert a flat-head screwdriver into the notch to pry the plastic insert out of the handle. Insert the blade of a utility knife in the seam between the insert and the faucet handle, if there is no notch present. Twist the utility knife handle up and down to pry the insert off.

How do you replace an old bathtub faucet?

Replacing a slip-on spout is easy: Just loosen the setscrew (usually with a hex wrench) and pull the spout off the copper pipe that protrudes from the wall. Twist the spout as you pull and be gentle so you don’t loosen any pipe connections inside the wall. Then slide on the new spout and tighten the setscrew.

How do I find my faucet stem?

  1. It is easiest for us to identify your stem or handle needs by measuring your stem from the left where the washer is attached to the right where the handle fits on the knurled end (The Broached end).
  2. Broached ends are unique by manufacturer and is critical when identifying your stem or cartridge.
  3. How do you remove a shower faucet stem?

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    Quote from Youtube video: And that will turn off all the water back inside and open all faucets. And allow all that water to drain out of the plumbing. And while it is draining out we can do something we can remove. This

    How do you loosen a stuck faucet?

    Use the hairdryer to heat up the corroded area if it’s still suck. The heat may be able to break or loosen the bonds as the metal swells. Use the wrench again to see if the area has loosened enough to turn. If your faucet is still stuck, let the metal cool down before moving on to the next step.