Toilets, Sinks, Showers, Tubs and Disposals - Tub faucet leaks with new stems & seats
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diyfan
09-03-06, 05:01 PM
I have a three knob tub fixture; hot, cold and tub/shower diverter. The diverter stem and seat was replaced on 11/12/05. The hot water stem and seat was replaced 07/21/06. Today, 09/03/06, I replaced the cold water stem and seat plus I checked the washer and "O" ring in the other two. Both appeared to be fine in both hot water and diverter.
I have a steady drip from the faucet. When the shower is in use, about 40% of the water flow still comes from the tub spout. What have I missed? :confused:
I've been told at the hardware store that my faucet is made by Sayco. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
I have a steady drip from the faucet. When the shower is in use, about 40% of the water flow still comes from the tub spout. What have I missed? :confused:
I've been told at the hardware store that my faucet is made by Sayco. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
594tough
09-03-06, 05:51 PM
The backseat washer on the diverter stem is bad.
Generally, it is a good idea to replace or rebuild all three stems whenever you work on it. You have now opened this faucet 3 times in 9 months. Even if you don't put a cash value on your time, it should mean something in terms of convenience.
Generally, it is a good idea to replace or rebuild all three stems whenever you work on it. You have now opened this faucet 3 times in 9 months. Even if you don't put a cash value on your time, it should mean something in terms of convenience.
diyfan
09-03-06, 06:58 PM
Thanks for the reply!
Next question: What's a backseat washer?
The only washer I know anything about is at the end of the stem and held in place with a screw. Is this the one you are talking about or is there another washer?
I agree it would be time effective to replace all at the same time and I do check the washer at the end of the stem, but right now the extra practice has been helpful.
Next question: What's a backseat washer?
The only washer I know anything about is at the end of the stem and held in place with a screw. Is this the one you are talking about or is there another washer?
I agree it would be time effective to replace all at the same time and I do check the washer at the end of the stem, but right now the extra practice has been helpful.
chandler
09-03-06, 07:48 PM
You may need to dress the seat where this washer closes. The dressers are inexpensive, and will make a good seal.
594tough
09-04-06, 08:49 AM
On many shower diverters, the black washer at the end of the stem keeps water out of the shower arm when using tub. Further back up the stem is another seal of some kind, often white nylon, which keeps water out of the tub when using shower. If you could post a pic of diverter stem, or at least tell us what brand and model, we could elaborate,
diyfan
09-04-06, 01:39 PM
I can't figure out how to post a photo.
I'm using a Danco 9B-5D diverter stem for Sayco faucet.
Hope this helps shed some light on the problem. I've replaced the seat washer on all three stems today.
I'm using a Danco 9B-5D diverter stem for Sayco faucet.
Hope this helps shed some light on the problem. I've replaced the seat washer on all three stems today.
DIYaddict
09-04-06, 03:13 PM
If you ever want to post a photo you will have to post an url. A lot of members use photobucket if you are familiar with that.