1225 Cartridge Replacement Moen Tub and Shower

[@gailaustin4559]

Best instructions for this found. After 3 plumbers not showing up, I, a 68 yr old woman did it. Thanks, so easy!

[@theartofplumbing]

Nice👍 I appreciate your support.

[@sawboss5794]

Shame on them.

[@jameslee5361]

For those of you possibly having issues... This is a very informative and helpful video but it (and most of the other KZbin videos related to Moen cartridges) gives the impression that you only have to choose between the 1225 or the 1222 posi-temp models. Turns out older houses (showers installed before 1990) used the full brass, 1200 cartridges, not the 1225. I first tried installing the 1225 and the cartridge leaked. I then pulled out the 1225 and compared it against the old one. I noticed the 1225 length is a bit longer than the old cartridge. I then looked up some more info and found out that my shower requires the 1200 cartridge. Once I installed the 1200, it worked perfectly. Hope this is helpful for the folks with older homes. You can buy the Moen 1200 or the equivalent one by Danco. The Danco version is about 2/3 the cost of the Moen.

[@nottelling9472]

Thanks for talking about the 1200 cartridge. Mine had been in there since at least the early 80's. Saved me a headache. Thanks!!

[@jameslee5361]

@@nottelling9472 Great. Glad to know it helped.

[@justingtejeda]

Thanks I’m going to try this because I installed the 1225 and had all types of issues and couldn’t figure out what was wrong. The water pressure was off and it didn’t go in very easy. My home was built in the late 50s so hopefully the 1200 works!

[@jameslee5361]

@@justingtejeda Ideally, you still have the old cartridge you pulled out and you can compare against the 1200 before installing it. Hope it works out for you. Once the correct cartridge is in, there is very little friction and no leak so you'll know right away.

[@nottelling9472]

@@justingtejeda It should work. My house was build mid 70's. The 1200 worked like a charm. The puller wouldn't touch mine. I ended up using a hardened 12 mm bolt with washers and a little leverage. New one went in slick and I've had no issues.

[@shannononeal682]

Excellent!! I am a single grandma and did this, THANKS ENTIRELY TO THIS VIDEO AND YOUR INSTRUCTIONS, with my right hand in a cast! Thank you.

[@eddageisinger-wilkinson7431]

Thanks to you Claude, I did it!!! At age 82 an accomplishment to be satisfied with. I watched your video several times until the steps were clear in my mind. "3.12 in Cartridge Puller for MOEN" this little gadget from Home Depot did the trick of pulling out the cartridge. Thank you so very much for showing us such a detailed and well to understand video.

[@theartofplumbing]

Thank I'm glad I could help. I appreciate your comment. I am humbled 🙏

[@henrent]

This video saved my bacon. I got a water leak in my shower when I was about to leave town and my lady and baby were going to stay home. I had to get it fixed fast. Thanks

[@theartofplumbing]

Nice. Thank you for the feedback. I appreciate you🙏

[@feleciasmith-vs9mb]

This is the best video for cartridge replacement. The instructions are clear and easy to follow. I really appreciated the info on what cartridge to buy for replacement. I think before starting, for people like me who start and stop the video for each step, it would be good to mention that the water needs to be turned off FIRST. (I know it is mentioned after handle is removed) The extra tips and posting text on the video is absolutely informative This is a thumbs up for sure!! 👍👍👍👍

[@stemofthefly]

Just changed my cartridge with absolutely no issues. Instructions were spot on. Thank you Claude!

[@theartofplumbing]

Nice. I appreciate your feedback

[@blahblahblahcoffee]

I've used this video while changing my cartridge twice now. So easy to understand and keeps me from having to get outside assistance. Thanks so much for posting!

[@theartofplumbing]

👍

[@jasonharris9797]

Thanks for the video! After I removed the retaining pin, the valve didn't come out easily, so your video told me to use the white tool to loosen the valve. I had just replaced the valve less than a year ago, so I was surprised it leaked again so quickly. In my case, there was an old O-ring that was in about 5 pieces. Not sure why that caused a leak, but next time I'll definitely check inside the valve body. I cleaned the valve, re-greased all gasket surfaces and reinstalled with success (no leak)

[@theartofplumbing]

I'm glad the video was helpful for getting that valve loose! Replacing aged O-rings is definitely key to preventing leaks. It's surprising that the valve failed again so soon, but old rubber parts can get brittle and crack over time. Thanks for sharing your experience - it's a good reminder for everyone to carefully inspect inside the valve body for any debris or damaged parts when doing repairs. I appreciate you taking the time to post the details to help others. Have a great day!

[@Peony459x]

Thanks so much for this! I was able to buy the correct parts at Home Depot and I was doing fine following along until it came to removing the old cartridge. Stupid thing wouldn’t move! Ended up calling my brother who is obviously stronger than me! He got the old one out, the new one in and the drip drip drip is gone.

[@theartofplumbing]

Nice glad to hear you got the job done.👍

[@tommygun688]

Why can't everyone be like you!!! crystal clear instructions and UPCLOSE VIEWING. Not dragging out the viedo

[@theartofplumbing]

Thank you. Your comment is uplifting I am humbled 🙏

[@jasonchipkin]

[Edit: see reply below this as I may have it backwards?] Thanks for explaining the difference between the 1222 and 1225. The 1222 seems to be the Positemp (handle turns around) whereas the 1225s are Moentrol (handle comes out/up and in/down and can be left at a specific temp.)

[@captainwho1]

The 1222 can be set for a particular temp. but there is no adjustment for flow rate. The 1225 must be able to be set for a specific flow rate independent of the temp. adjustment.

[@LongIslandMopars]

That literally was the best, most straightforward video for this valve replacement. I just did mine. Thank you.

[@theartofplumbing]

I appreciate you and glad I could help.

[@greatwhitenorth3717]

I just did this..instructions were easy to follow and simple fix! Best thing: Moen warranties cartridges for life..free fix!

[@theartofplumbing]

Nice.

[@josuemelendez8722]

It took me a year and a half to fix! Why? Because I tried once during COVID and was struggling with depression. Now I’m better thank God and I tried again. Was super easy. Bought the tools and replacement and spent maybe 30. Took like 30 minutes in total. It the best part is that I was able to do it after trying a year ago and failing. Thanks for the video.

[@theartofplumbing]

I appreciate your support and comment. Glad you were able to fix it

[@DavidHoward-oe9vn]

This video was more clear than others on what part number to use (1225) for my shower. Thank you !!!!

[@theartofplumbing]

Glad I could help 🙏

[@hype_mode]

Thank you! Easy step-by-step instructions. Saved me from another $500 water bill and a lot of money from hiring a plumber by doing this myself. Empowered!

[@theartofplumbing]

Nice. That's what is all about. Well said. Becoming Empowered🙏

[@timhumphers1383]

I followed the directions exactly and got the same results. Our second bathroom now has a working shower and bath tub!! Had to re-watch when you put the new piece in because I was unable to get the pin back easily. I had forgotten to push it all the way in with the white cube. Thanks for the great video and saving me a ton of cash!!

[@theartofplumbing]

Glad I could help. I appreciate your comment

[@timhumphers1383]

@@theartofplumbing Brother you helped more than you know! It has been a year ++ without a working shower and bath tub in that bath room! My wife kept pestering me, she said if I can work and replace all parts on my old truck and our son's Honda accord why can't I fix the bath tub?? I'm not a plumber I said. You made me look like a genius!!!!

[@theartofplumbing]

@@timhumphers1383 LOL Cool

[@MsTxDiamonds]

If you drill a hole in the white plastic piece that comes in the box then put the screw back in it you can use that to pull the cartridge out much easier. After having to replace this thing almost every year I had to get smarter. Lesson learned.

[@theartofplumbing]

Lol 😂 nice. Thank you for the idea 💡

[@whosej20]

This video is the truth, I was able to replace my 20 year old cartridge with this diy video. I was unable to remove the cartridge with the supplied white cube or buy using vice grips so I had to run to Ace hardware and buy the puller. The puller I used is stout and worked like a charm. If your old cartridge was like mine it left behind pieces of rubber gasket in the copper line......those remnants resulted in low water pressure. I had to uninstall the cartridge and fish out old pieces of gasket, but once done it was all good. "Core Puller" for Moen part # 45208 at Ace Hardware was $16.00

[@theartofplumbing]

Thank you for the comment my friend

[@jokes646]

Dang bro I needed to read this you THAAAAANK YOU!!!!!

[@joyceh44]

This is the video I have been looking for. This video helped me fixed my tub leak all by myself. Lol I had the 1222 and when I got to that part of the video you said “this is for the 1225 not the 1222” and what did I have the 1222 that didn’t fit. Had to push pause go to Lowe’s and get the 1225 but I opted for the 1220 cause I wanted the brass not plastic came back pushed play and viola FIXED no drip. But that pin gave me the blues, but after much tugging I got it finally. THANK YOU!!!

[@theartofplumbing]

Awesome. Thank for the kind comment. I appreciate you 🙏

[@BobJones-zf6ie]

Thanks for the video...I always forget about the retainer...because I watched your video first, this time I remembered. As I was putting the replacement cartridge in, I was thinking: hmmm can it go in anyway..no up nor down...no left or right...? The retainer of course is the answer: you have to get the replacement cartridge oriented correctly to get the retainer to slip in!!! So that is another very important aspect of the retainer.

[@theartofplumbing]

Your Absolutely right. Cartridge has to be line up correctly.

[@robertfoss882]

Ok well done...helped a lot...I did find that I had to rotate the valve 180 degrees after installing to get the hot and cold configuration right...it was easy just turn the house water off again and without pulling the valve out using the white head rotated and put it back together again...it also bought the danco pulling tool

[@theartofplumbing]

Nice. I appreciate your support

[@Mark-de5dz]

You didn't have to rotate the valve , just the valve stem.

[@endlessRR]

Absolutely best instruction! I am a first time newbie and changed it with no problem. With one small help from the comments showing how to put the retainer back ( we need to put the card ridge all the way back !)

[@theartofplumbing]

Thank you. I appreciate your comment

[@kris4117]

The Best. Used it while fixing. Successful. Some how, I chose the old Retainer Pin, which has a hat loop, works fine.

[@reneewilliams554]

Hi Kris. I saw you received a response a month ago. I hope I get a response to my question too. This is a fantastic video. I feel positive that I can do it but just need to know if it's the fix for my problem.

[@varuna5860]

Moen 1225 and puller available at the depot of homes. Thanks for the instructions

[@theartofplumbing]

👍

[@TheLarryVee]

Very good, helpful video. Instead of the puller, I fastened a vice grip on the stem & used a crow bar (might have used a screwdriver) to go between the vice grip & the collar. It took a few tries to position the vice grip just right, but it only took a few minutes to extract the cartridge, moving it a little at a time.

[@theartofplumbing]

Long as it works. 👍

[@GiggleTwinGirls]

Thank you so much for posting this video. As someone who does not know anything about plumbing 🔧 repair (with the exception of yelling HELP 😧 when calling 📞 a plumber) I was able to successfully 😊 complete the task of changing my 🚿 shower cartridge.

[@theartofplumbing]

Lol 😆. Nice

[@ninaingram6478]

Thank you for this excellent video. My shower pressure kept dwindling to nothing bcuz the diverter was worn out. You made it so easy even this woman could do it. I so appreciate you sharing your knowledge. God bless ❤

[@theartofplumbing]

Some of the best plumbers I've ran into are Women. my daughter was a pretty good little apprentice, but there was not enough women plumbers around to keep her motivated. things are changing 👌

[@johngorka6572]

Of all of the videos I watched to fix our leaky bathtub faucet, yours was the most helpful. Thank you!!!

[@luisrocha2909]

Thank you for that DIY video. I was going to call a plumber, but thanks to you, with money, I save I can buy the replacement parts needed again. Thanks for sharing your video.😊

[@theartofplumbing]

Glad I could help. I appreciate you.

[@leedlbo9949]

My girlfriend and I worked on her shower mixer for hours and finally bought the removal tool but still wasn't working so found a metric long socket and used my Dewalt drill and adjust the hammering real light and switching it back and forth so I wouldn't destroy that plastic tool that came with new cartridge then after getting cartridge to move a quarter turn I installed the puller and finally got it to come out , still wasn't easy but she got it. Now we were told the hard water calcium was the reason but after 25 years there was no deposits anywhere but it appears the chlorine in drinking water Deteriorated the rubber portions of the cartridge to the point of coming apart so it was those pieces that got in the hot an cold entrance tubes and jamming it making it so darn hard to remove we did flush it before installing new cartridge

[@theartofplumbing]

Yeah that does happen, but fortunately not often. Thank you for sharing your experience. 🙏

[@brokengiveashit]

Thank you sir. You saved me a day of misery. complete with going to buy the replacement, less than 75 minutes. In my world, plumbing chores don’t get done in less than a day. Many thanks.

[@theartofplumbing]

Lol 😆. I understand. glad I could help

[@jameswalker1210]

Bravo! Yours is the best, easiest, & most complete video for the 1225 Moen replacement.

[@theartofplumbing]

Thank you. I am very humbled 🙏 and appreciate your comment.

[@shelleyashfield5642]

Thank you for giving me the confidence needed to make this repair. The hard water stains on the faucet can be removed with Lime-Away (wear gloves) and make the faucet look just like new.

[@theartofplumbing]

Glad I could help. 👍

[@reneewilliams554]

@@theartofplumbing Hi, I left my question in the comments but since this is an older video I wasn't sure you'd see it. First, this video is fantastic!! I know nothing about plumbing but I feel confident that I can do this now. My question is, my faucet starts cold then turns hot but won't go back to cold no matter what side it's on. Will this replacement fix that problem too?

[@theartofplumbing]

Yes it well. 👌

[@Seraephim]

These instructions were amazing and spot on! I couldn't have done it without this video!!!!! Thank you again.

[@theartofplumbing]

Glad I could help. I appreciate your support 👍

[@TexTom1981]

I feel the need to comment about using a Danco cartridge. I have two bathrooms with the Moen 1225 faucets, one leaks, the other just doesn't get used often so I was going to replace it due to the hard water we have. Well, on the well-used shower/tub, the first Danco leaked at the stem. Bad inner seals. In removing the cartridge, the outer barrel of the Danco did not want to come out. Frankly, it didn't slide in so easily. Once removed, the second Danco leaked. It DID come out easier, but I'm never buying a Danco again. Two out of two leaking out of the package. I would recommend spending the 5 extra bucks and get the OEM. I did that, the part slid in so much smoother, did not leak and works like a charm. Danco parts are clearly (IMO) not built to the same specifications as the OEM.

[@theartofplumbing]

Sorry to hear that. I agree. It is best to get the original. Also keep in mind. These faucets are life time warranty , if you call the manufacturer they will send out a replacement part for free.

[@sfreud2079]

Thank you for the tip on the white tool. Moen does not explain that with OEM cartridge part supply. It made all the difference in the removal of the cartridge without having to buy the actual remover tool.

[@theartofplumbing]

Nice. I appreciate you👍

[@theartofplumbing]

@@kimbuck-2 your right, but I needed to show the white tool just in case some one doesn't have the other tools just options. 👍

[@JonJonJonJonJon]

Perfect video and the part about how you clamped down on the retaining pin was perfect, I did the exact same thing. Must say I was a little sad at the end when you didn't say goodbye and the video just ended. We spent so much time together in this video I thought we were friends.

[@theartofplumbing]

Lol 😂 we most definitely are friends. Sorry about that. Thank you for pointing that out. I appreciate you and your support.

[@jeffreyyoung4714]

I’m just about to start this project ……… afte loosening the cartridge with the white plastic piece …… and WARNING ….. remove the Clip ……. Question is Would you use vise grips and pull the cartridge?

[@theartofplumbing]

Lol 😂. Sorry about that. I appreciate you my friend. Thank you I enjoy your humor 👍

[@theartofplumbing]

In some cases you can.

[@gaberlv]

This is such a great video on how to replace a 1225!! You are an excellent at explaining and I can’t thank you enough ! Saved so much doing it ourselves! Works great! Thank you so much !

[@theartofplumbing]

Glad it helped. I appreciate you🙏

[@robertschultz514]

We followed the steps in your video to fix the leaky faucet in the bathtub and had great success. Worked exactly as you had demonstrated. It has given us the courage to now want to tackle our leaky kitchen sink faucet. HELP!!!

[@theartofplumbing]

Thank you I really appreciate your feed back and comment. 🙏

[@robertschultz514]

Do you have a video on fixing a kitchen sink? It's a one piece and the handle swivels left and right for hot and cold.

[@theartofplumbing]

@@robertschultz514 sorry. I don't.😖

[@robertschultz514]

Ok thanks. You are so detailed and show everything that you gave me the confidence that I could do the job. I'll just have to search and hopefully find another video that will show me what I need to do. Have a great day.

[@theartofplumbing]

Thank you. You to

[@eggcleaver916]

Thank you so much for explaining the difference in the 1222 and the 1225 cartridge. I was going to have to buy both of them until you explained that the 1225 pulls out.

[@theartofplumbing]

Nice. Glad I could help.

[@edelfrink9449]

I watched your excellent video, bought the supplies and fixed it in just a few minutes myself, saving me an expensive plumber's visit. Thank you very much for posting this, it was spot on accurate and and informative.

[@theartofplumbing]

Ed Elfrink Glade i could help. Your comment makes it all worth wild

[@ehTCaptain]

Exactly the one i needed. Thank u very much. Gotta love being a handyman 🛠

[@theartofplumbing]

Nice 🙏

[@joeyv1969]

Thank you!!! I need to replace my 1225 this weekend. Excellent video, great info and step by step instructions

[@theartofplumbing]

🙏 I appreciate you.

[@tomrichardson6917]

Took me 5 minutes, thank goodness it came right out after rotating. Thank you sir!

[@theartofplumbing]

Nice 👍

[@familee1234]

Thank you so much! With your video, I was able to get the exact issue fixed myself and saved $300! I need to buy you a drink! Thanks again! Especially for help with part identifications which other videos did not have!

[@theartofplumbing]

Nice. Glad I could help. I appreciate your comment.

[@buttondeity3933]

Thank you so much for making the lives of other so much easier! How to videos are the best!

[@theartofplumbing]

🙏I appreciate you. Glad I could help.

[@rickward4914]

Your Video made it easy to understand, took me 10 minutes to repair. Thank you

[@theartofplumbing]

Nice🤜🤛

[@joemejia5518]

Great video. Any tips how to retrieve a broken off screw? I'm guessing ill have to use some vise grips to pull the old cartridge since I can't use that extractor tool.

[@theartofplumbing]

😖sorry

[@crand20033]

I hired a plumber to do this and he didn't know what the white tool was for so he didn't use it and he didn't have that other tool either and he just tried to use pliers . He had a heck of time trying to get it out of there. We sprayed it with WD-40 and some other loosening sprays but it still took a long time to get it out. I wish I had watched this video first so I could have helped him better.

[@danielrenner84]

Huh Y

[@mariontinsley8646]

This video was great. However I must have overlooked any marking but when inserting there is a very definite top and bottom. If you put the cartridge in wrong, then the hot side will be cold and cold hot. Just use the handy tool and give it a half twist.

[@theartofplumbing]

Yes this shower cartridge is adjusted by how your handle is installed. If hot is on the wrong side, just flip the handle👍

[@Niftyware]

This guy is fantastic! Makes it really easy to follow and make amateurs like me feel a little bit competent. Thanks!

[@theartofplumbing]

Niftyware Thank you for the kind comment😉

[@michaelmorris8889]

Best video I have ever seen doing a simple repair - thanks for the part #

[@theartofplumbing]

Thank you and I appreciate your comment.

[@juanibarra8726]

The way you explained was so easy to do it today I change mine!!! Thanks bro

[@theartofplumbing]

I appreciate you my friend 🙏

[@Jigger2361]

very helpful, however, I cannot for the life of me get that retainer pin back in lol. UPDATE. ok I finally got it but it took a little of this and that, when using the white ap provide by Moen to remove and replace the cartridge, yes, helpful, however if you just push the cartridge back in place with the cap and think you will get the pin back in, whoa Nelly! That clear plastic sleeve around the cartridge will actually go back further than the overall cartridge itself but you need to give that plastic a little much on its own with a need nose plier, just enough so that the pin will now fit properly. Thank you for the great video!

[@SoCal9705]

Tip: The retainer clip should go back in about as easy as he shows. Practice putting in through the slot before installing the new valve and also over the new valve - remember the tabs have to be seated at 12 and 6 o'clock. If the retainer clip is difficult to re-install in you may not have pushed the cartridge all the way in to clear the pathway for the clip below the slot. I had to really get in the shower and give the new valve a good push to get it to seat fully. Broke 2 retainer clips before i realized that.

[@SoCal9705]

@@kimbuck-2 Yes, they are available at all the home improvement stores. They're called cartridge clip replacements. I recommend you have an extra available before opening up the plumbing since they do corrode over time and are not difficult to bend out of shape if you put any force on them.

[@crand20033]

@@SoCal9705 My plumber lost it down behind the wall when he took it out.

[@SoCal9705]

@@crand20033 It happens. That's why one should really keep an extra one available when doing this. They're also not difficult to bend or break.

[@chriswest2728]

Everything went smoothy except for the retainer clip. Glad I read this comment as I thought I had pushed the cartridge in enough and didn't want to damage anything. Gave it one more good push and it kinda snapped into place. Thanks!

[@crand20033]

@@SoCal9705 This plumber with all his experience also didn't know what to do with the white tool which is supposed to be used to loosen the valve so you can more easily pull it out. He spent a lot of time and effort trying to pull it out and could have broke something.

[@Robert.Wright]

Amazing Video! I replaced my cartridge in less than 9 minutes. Thanks

[@theartofplumbing]

Nice🙏

[@LLandP]

Thank you for mentioning using soap to lube the rubber rings. My cartridge didn't come with any lube and I was wondering what to use!

[@theartofplumbing]

👍🏻 nice

[@ChuckWortman]

YEsssss! After searching through a bunch of videos, saw that this one appeared to match what I had. SUre 'nuf it did! And it wasnt hard to do at all,thanks to the video! Anytime I got a little stuck, I referreed back to the video and voila! I figured out what I wasnt doing correctly!

[@theartofplumbing]

I glade I could help. I appropriate your comment👍

[@WhenTheManComesAround]

Thanks very much for making this video. I have an older house and had the same cartridge as this one. Most videos are for the new stuff, and so I'm very thankful you made the vid. It also helped me be able to identify the removal tool I needed, so another win. Thanks again for the help on this, and you have a new subscriber with me!

[@theartofplumbing]

Nice. Glad I could help. I appreciate your comment and support. 🤜🤛

[@TheLawdog008]

Thank you sooooooooooooooo much. I bought the right part and the right tool because of your video. I had to replace the valve and it was a 1225 model. Never did it before, and I got it done in 15 minutes.

[@theartofplumbing]

Awesome. I appreciate your comment.

[@Noahsoak]

Robert Heskin how do you know what model it is?

[@theartofplumbing]

@@Noahsoak one pulls out and the other just turns.

[@murphystrikesback4881]

thank you! I spent $20 for a job i payed $300 for last year.

[@theartofplumbing]

Awesome. 👍

[@rayrosario13]

Awesome video, I had the same exact faucet issue, got it done last night and now I am a hero lol. Even though I went to Lowes and got the Moen brand one which was already greased. Thank you for this video.

[@theartofplumbing]

Glad I could help. I appreciate you.

[@Ledbringer67]

This video rocks, pops and locks. Made it clear which cartridge I needed. Every question answered. Thank you!

[@theartofplumbing]

I appreciate your comment. I am humbled 🙏Glad I could help.

[@randyscott990]

Before removing old cartridge look at end of stem that plastic knob was mounted to and look for a little step on the very end, that step identifies proper orientation when installing new cartridge so that hot is to the left and cold is to the right.

[@theartofplumbing]

👍

[@au16123]

Best video I’ve seen on this repair I was about to call a plumber but instead I’ll dms. Great instructions ty

[@theartofplumbing]

Nice 👍 I appreciate you.🙏

[@au16123]

Updated removed and installed the 1225 cartridge thank u for the soap idea because the pill size grease it came with wasn’t working. Thanks again

[@gabdewulf]

Great video and unlike the other videos you actually talk about each step.

[@theartofplumbing]

Thank you👍

[@matthewcamelon2500]

Thank you for your video. You walked me through the job and gave the right part number too

[@theartofplumbing]

Glad I could help. I appreciate you.

[@jameslundy70]

You did a Great job of showing how to replace the cartridge. Thanks.

[@theartofplumbing]

I appreciate your kind comment👍

[@johntatum3383]

Man I wish I would have known that my faucet was a Moen. The plumber gouged me big time for this simple job that I could have done.. Nice job and explanation.

[@theartofplumbing]

Thank you I appreciate comment. Sorry that plumber took advantage of you. Kerma is amazing 😉

[@jognir3800]

How much did he charge?

[@weezethompson3058]

You have the best removal and installation video on KZbin. Thanks for saving me some money.

[@elvatoloco5460]

Hi am A Mexican Plumber! I will give you a Nice Idea Heat a little the Cilinder whit the Torch and It go out EASY!!!!!!

[@theartofplumbing]

Cool. Thank you

[@dig1035]

You made the "Number 1" Moen 1225 how to video!👍👍👍 Thumbs up and subscribed!

[@theartofplumbing]

Thank you. I appreciate your support 👍

[@apstaats]

Thank you so much! You saved me hundreds of dollars and I feel like a superstar! Your video was perfect and so detailed. Everything I needed to know was explained ❤

[@theartofplumbing]

Awesome

[@Clovistered]

Excellent explanation on how every component works and step by step ! I am going to do this today thanks to you

[@RoadiJeff]

I replaced a Moen 1225 cartridge yesterday on my shower. Prior to doing it I must have watched 5-6 how-to videos on this and none of them showed what I did that I think made the entire procedure very easy if you have a stubborn cartridge. Mine was an original cartridge that was installed 32 years ago and I thought I'd have a very rough time of it. I squirted white vinegar on the end of the cartridge several times for 1.5 days prior to trying to remove it. I then heated the assembly with a hair dryer for 10 minutes before trying to extract it and I think the heat softened up the old o-rings and seals. To remove, I used a Moen cartridge puller (104421). It was around $24 but a whole lot cheaper than paying a plumber to do this. Once the puller was secured to the cartridge, I rotated it in place back and forth slightly until I finally was able to rotate it 180 degrees. After that, I screwed down the nut on the puller and the cartridge came out with very little effort.

[@theartofplumbing]

Nice

[@tamikolyoun]

This video really helped my fiance and I to fix the shower. Thanks

[@theartofplumbing]

Glad I could help. I appreciate you👍

[@robertmcclure9674]

Great video! The best and simplest explanation I have found. Thank you so much. Who would have thought of using soap? Great help.

[@theartofplumbing]

I appreciate your support. Glad I could help.

[@tmactheplumber4966]

Hey Claude, long time. I always look 4 ya. I have to do one of these Friday. Tx 4 sharing !

[@jepsermerida8413]

Thanks for the video. It's just a little highlight for the little clip. It should go all the way down, showing only but a 1/32 of an inch... thanks again...

[@theartofplumbing]

Your comment is very much appreciated 🙏

[@bunzeebear2973]

Thanks I have the clarification. We guessed at the plumbing shop as to which one it would be and he guessed 1222 EHHHHH WRONG! The fact the end was different and there was no way this side of hell that you could twist it. When you said 1225 and showed it with the fine camera work. Helps. It has been only been bought 3 years ago, since I bought it from a Contractors shop so had to do the switch. Mine is still CHROME METAL as it is (47 years old)----at least you were changing out an old one. I have watched other videos where they change a new one for a new one. THOSE ARE A JOKE.

[@theartofplumbing]

👍I appreciate you.

[@EskStGeorge]

Just an FYI for anyone about to take on this job. Save yourself some money and contact Moen customer support before buying a new cartridge. They will replace your cartridge for free after providing them your info and pictures. I was about to buy a new cartridge myself before finding this info out. Hopefully this can help someone else out

[@theartofplumbing]

That's right. Thank you 🤜🤛

[@billcenne7262]

When my Moen shower quit, I turned on the water until I got to the reduced flow, let it run for a few minutes, went a little more, let it run, finally all the way and let it run, This warmed up the old cartridge enough so that it started flowing like new after I shut it on and off a few times.

[@khcopter]

You are the man thank you so much for shooting that video you made my life easy!! You did a beautiful job explaining every detail. And I thank you again sir!!

[@theartofplumbing]

Glad I could help. I appreciate the comment.

[@mandolin8297]

Man, this is really helpful -- not just a clear explanation but the dos and don'ts that a dumbass like me needs to know!

[@theartofplumbing]

Thank you. I'm glad I could make it easy to understand. and my friend you are far from being a dumbutt. I appreciate your support

[@russellgilmore9796]

Great details and good video. I have the other Moen shower turn off cart. But I enjoyed your video. Thanks !!👍🏻

[@theartofplumbing]

I appreciate you 🤜🤛

[@scrider5493]

Glad you showed the retainer pin not snapping in right away. I have prayed over getting these back in, never thought or saw anyone use pliers to pressure them in. I have tried to move the cartridge 0.5 mm one way or the other, feared using pliers could warp the pin and then you can't complete the job, turn the water back on at the meter and are generally messed.

[@AaronCohn84]

Thanks for the detailed video. I'm a first timer, and this really made the job easy for me!

[@theartofplumbing]

Glad I could help. I appreciate your support.🙏

[@LuisVazquez-pp5mw]

Great video very diteling, between different types of valves i fix mine it didn't have to call any plumber and i save some money thanyou so much

[@furiousone942]

Other than the knob being installed upside down at the end good video.

[@theartofplumbing]

Ops! 🤗. Thank you

[@jimcarda4156]

Great instruction. Also awesome giving the different part numbers. That made it very easy when I went to the hardware store. The exchange went very smoothly thanks to your fine work!!

[@theartofplumbing]

Thank you. I appreciate your support. 👍

[@3hreedperson]

Because of you, I fixed something! Couldn't be happier. Thanks for the video :)

[@theartofplumbing]

Glad I could help. 😉

[@rektego]

Thanks for the awesome video. I'm probably going to purchase the cartridge and puller from Amazon... If you have a sponsored link, I will use it. You deserve some credit for a great video. Saved me tons.

[@theartofplumbing]

Glad I could help. I appreciate your feed back and support.👍

[@grapson12]

Thank you, I have watched 5 videos on how to do this. yours is the best ! I am now a subscriber.

[@theartofplumbing]

Thank you very. I appreciate your comment. Very 😎

[@robertstonebreaker8394]

Great video thanks for showing

[@DeerCaçador]

Thank you - great instructions, made the process very easy. Cheers!

[@theartofplumbing]

Nice I appreciate you🙏

[@johnnixon]

Hope you see this, first thank you I've used this video a few times. That's where the problem is, my cartridges seem to fail very quickly lasting only 1-2 years before dripping comes back. Is it possible there was an old seating ring of some kind at the base of the pipe that failed? Just trying to guess why the dripping always comes back. Thank you.

[@theartofplumbing]

I usually run into this problem when the water heater is turned up too hot. It will prematurely wear the washers out early

[@johnnixon]

@theartofplumbing but I love my hot showers, 😆. Any other options?

[@theartofplumbing]

@johnnixon I under stand 😖

[@johnnixon]

@@theartofplumbing think I may have found a hack. They sell a "repair" kit. Couldn't I just use a pick and replace the O rings periodically?

[@theartofplumbing]

@@johnnixon 👍

[@yourgooglemeister6745]

Thanks dude you saved me a lot of hassle!

[@theartofplumbing]

Glad I could help. Appreciat the comment

[@harryring9597]

Best vid yet. Thanks

[@jsun3117]

I use these videos so often during the past 15 years and rarely comment back with helpful tips. And if it hasn't already been mentioned. It is imparitive to pre lubricate with "plumber's grease" to extend the life of these cartridges rather than replacing too often. I would lubricate all sliding and twisting bushings twice over before installing. Do not use multi purpose grease or any other type other than plumber's grease that is (non hydroscopic) water resistant and residual.

[@theartofplumbing]

Thank you I appreciate the support.

[@ernesthin1975]

Thanks, you just saved me from a plumbing bill. I didn't need the lube it slid right in... you da man

[@theartofplumbing]

Glade I could help. 😉

[@HsingSun]

You should lube it for future need. No lube will be hard to pull out later.