Toilets, Sinks, Showers, Tubs and Disposals - Leaky shower

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Flick2215
03-26-08, 10:04 AM
I have a Moen single handle shower faucet. The shower head leaks about one drop per second. Where do I start??? Thanks

Terd Herder
03-27-08, 06:38 PM
More than likely the cartridge.
Flick2215
03-27-08, 08:35 PM
Thanks. thats what I was thinking.

thezster
03-28-08, 05:29 AM
Were it me - I would go buy a replacement cartridge, but not open the package quite yet. Remove the old cartridge, and flush the system while it's out. Clean up the old cartridge (toothbrush/vinegar/water) and reinstall it to see if it still leaks. Not technically difficult, remove the "U shaped holder" and pull out of housing. If it still leaks, put in the new one.. if not, wait a few days then return the new part.