Delta diverter shower knob repair

The center shower knob, the diverter, switches your water between the tub and the shower. This video deals with the Delta diverter shower knob repair.
I am working on reaching 1K subs on KZbin, so Sub, Like and comment if this helped you in any way.
More notes: The diverter is from Danco bought at Lowes for about $14. There is a shim that gives resistance while the knob turns, it VERY tight and the knob won't move, use the old "pad" from the worn broken part, to make the knob turn. I fixed this and then went back and decided to make a video, showing the problem with the sticking replacement knob. I hope this helped you out.
A small amount of water still comes through the tub spout but I can live with that. More info can be found by looking up reviews of the part number online.

[@spinball360]

Very helpful! Been looking everywhere for a video that matched my faucet set!

[@jonny_kimbro6590]

This helped out a lot. I am maintenance over a few apartments and these videos help out people like me with figuring out many problems that people are having. Keep up the great work.

[@RonsLens]

Johnny, that's the idea! Glad it could be of some help in your work.

[@DantonRuegger]

I was being convinced I needed to have $1,500 worth of work done. You saved me so much with this. Thank you! So simple.

[@RonsLens]

Glad it worked out for you.

[@V_Train]

Thank you for this I thought I'd have to replace the whole 3 part faucet system. I needed research 1st and you saved me money thank you again. Part # was correct as well 👏

[@eisernfront8549]

Been looking for this kind of stem. Both of my shower stem got fucked so I needed to buy a replacement but couldn't figure out which one. I even asked both Lowes and Home Depot employees and they were all clueless. Thanks my man. You saved me lots of moolah

[@RonsLens]

You are very welcome, glad you fixed your issue.

[@SaadonAksah]

Great! Looks like you got that fixed Ron! 👍

[@RonsLens]

it works well enough! Hope your are doing well, Saadon!

[@andrijagolubovic9756]

New top pad need to face bottom and holes face up when installing I had same problem and I sanded new pad and put some vaseline so it works but I needed to play with it for some time. Slots on “medium” part(part with rubber o ring) need to be aligned in small pipe slots so diverter can turn in pipe itself in order to split water between faucet and shower head. This might be of some help. Good luck.

[@RonsLens]

Outstanding! This may assist others in the same situation.

[@samualevans289]

This is absolutely on point!

[@richardjohnson1858]

That trick fixed my problem, thanks a million!

[@michellemcgriff994]

Thank you for this video. It was more like mine shower, so I appreciate that concept. I will try your method.

[@RonsLens]

Great , Good Luck with yours!

[@richardzhang472]

Great job, clearly show how to get it fixed.

[@RonsLens]

I tried to get the best angle possible. Glad it helped you out.

[@abulsatu6493]

Thank you for the video. Helped me a lot

[@user-yp6vd4ln3j]

By using the old top pad did the trick, the new one was too tight. Thanks for the tip!!

[@RonsLens]

That's what I'm hoping to do, help out. You're welcome. Sub Like Comments are great !!!

[@bauerpower83]

Finally someone made a video that helped me!

[@user-uz3vp8ux2w]

That was extremely helpful. I was trying to change the same fixture. I could not figure out the last step you used a needlenose to pull out. Thinking like many parts it needed to screw out some way. Thanks.

[@RonsLens]

Glad I could help

[@nolanfranz2549]

My delta center knob turns to the left to turn on shower but there still is water coming out of bath tub faucet. Not all water is being diverted to shower. Do you know what problem is?

[@samualevans289]

You may have the part in upside down. I have had a ton of issues with mine over the years and had to replace the diverter stem twice. ​@@nolanfranz2549

[@7erbrice]

I found that thread tape on the threads the metal cylinder threads onto helped prevent any small leaks that may occur behind the wall.

[@lancedumond3193]

Appreciate it thanks been lookn all day thanks

[@kokomal2686]

Wow.. thanks for this post! I have a roman tub.. was able to replace the extender.. but could not pull the valve out.. tried with needle nose pliers.. did not work.. I didn't want to break the small stem on the valve, as it is burried pretty deep in the assembly.. so I screwed in the long screw from the extender.. then pulled up on the screw with a good yank and it came out.. I'm hoping once i put in the new valve inners (delta original valve and extender), that it's gonna work like a charm!!

[@RonsLens]

Yeah, I do hope it works out for you. Let everyone know.

[@sanchezmiller8918]

Thank you that was very helpful and knowledgeable, thank you brother

[@RonsLens]

Very welcome

[@keylantv514]

Thanks for the video inwas looking for that

[@larrylee4629]

Thanks, that just like mine except the diverter was leaking bad.

[@emilyveronicam]

Omg. Mine, Ace (store brand) -came from Pax hardware, is doing the same thing.The new piece does look thicker and it was hard to push it in. Last time I did it many years ago I didn't have any problems like I am now. First time I put the new on in it wasn't all the way back. I thought it was bc it was tight. I turned it on and the water went down in the wall to the ceiling.

[@RonsLens]

Sorry that happen to you, did you get it fixed?

[@RyanArcane]

That did help. Thanks.

[@RonsLens]

Yes, it worked. The knob is still stiff but turns and directs the water to the tub or shower. Before, the water would flow out both the tub and shower at the same time.

[@THAT_ASMR_GUY]

I just had to replace my cartridge about a week ago. After doing so there's hardly any water pressure. After watching your video idk you could just replace the the flat seal. So I'm trying to remove the new cartridge and it's stuck. Like I feel like I'm gonna break something stuck. I've gotten it to come out some but it's almost like something is holding it in. Any ideas?

[@RonsLens]

@@THAT_ASMR_GUY it's got to come out, the same way it went in. I had to use the old "pad" from the broken diverter, the knob would not turn with the new one on it. It's still stiff but the water comes through the shower head when I turn the knob and doesn't come from the tub faucet any more. I hope that answered your question. Good Luck

[@THAT_ASMR_GUY]

@@RonsLens I got it figured out. The new one is just a hair taller than the old one for some reason. I did the same thing you did and used the new pad. The first new one I used match the part number of the extender but was way too tight. Gonna return the new one and get my money back. Thanks for the help.

[@RonsLens]

@@THAT_ASMR_GUY I'm glad you found a solution!

[@AgustinaQuinteroFelix]

Hi there. I have problems with my hot cold water is not coming out much. Could you make a video how to shut off the water and fix it. I want to learn to do it my self. The other time a handyman fix the hot one they charge alot.

[@sheeshman23]

I’m not sure what stems I need but I have to replace all. My knobs aren’t showing which brand either so I’m very lost on the sizing needed . Is there anyway to figure it out?

[@futbol1972]

Ok so my 600 series. alve is to deep into the wall so the cartrige dome is litteraly flash with the wall. The o ly thi g sticking out is the stem webre the shower knob/handle goes. Will tbis help me extended out more?? My cartrige is the one with the ball

[@jearlmalone5232]

Thank u

[@TomSmith-sr2br]

Does anyone know what replacement knobs to use for this type of system, hot and cold knobs, thanks...

[@robynpix]

I have similar set up, very old. Water dripping a lot unless I tightened up the hot water knob very very tight. Is there a video to show how to fix the hot water knob please???

[@RonsLens]

Sorry, don't have an about the hot water knob. Did you finally get it to work right.

[@tutuuo]

Should I turn off the water? I don't think so because this is basically a switch. Thanks man!

[@RonsLens]

I didn't turn off my water.

[@sunshineandsyn]

Does it matter how the diverter and stem are placed? I replaced mine with the exact same parts as the old broken parts and now I have water coming from the shower and faucet at the same time.

[@RonsLens]

try to reverse it, water was running out before maybe the ended up twisted in the wrong position. Also did you turn the knob one way or the other?Good Luck!

[@shaimesh1]

Did u HV to turn off water main? What if not sure of brand is there a generic converter? Mine the threading is home so it's stuck n shower mode

[@RonsLens]

No I didn't not turn of the main water. You just need to make sure you have the Hot and Cold water turn to the off position. My brand was a Delta, but the part was generic from Lowes. I had to use pliers to pull the damaged diverter out. get a firm grip, then pull. Good Luck, and thanks for the Sub

[@robl496]

My diverter stopped working, went to Home Depot ( yes it’s a delta 3 ) then I replaced it, went in to easily and shower wasn’t working… didn’t work!! I realized that I didn’t change that little piece from the old one to the new one like you showed in the video. Did that.. after that I put it back but it eas really tight to push in… after it went in I tried to see if it was working.. nothing ! Knob turned really hard and only tub faucet is working, no shower. I took it out and tried many times in different positions based on the holes in the piping .. nothing! I guess I damaged the stem? Who knows I ordered a new one complete from Amazon for $ 12 bucks. Will give it another try!!

[@Handysmallbiz]

Does it work now? Same exact thing happened to me today

[@robl496]

@@Handysmallbiz meh.. so so… it still drips a ti y bit , I probably have to redo it again.

[@theenvironmentalist5407]

I took off the handles of the shower to clean them on my rental property a-hem. When I put back the cold water handle and tightened everything including the back plate the cold water turns on counter clockwise. I don't know if it was like that since I didn't turn on the water and don't remember. Can I move the diverter to fix it or is it the inside that's installed incorrectly? I turned the water on with just the diverter and it's the same counter clockwise. Thanks.

[@RonsLens]

The two "outside" knobs are for HOT and COLD the center knob is for the diverter ( switches the water from the tub to the shower. Hot and Cold knobs should turn counter clockwise to start the flow of water. the diverter may turn either way I'm not sure. I hope someone that sees this question can help you. Good Luck

[@emazz54]

I’m having the same issue. It gets stuck and won’t turn. I have a 4 year old who likes taking baths but this prevents me from turning the bath on. Could I use a wire brush on a drill and open up the inside of the fixture a little more?

[@RonsLens]

if you destroy the part that is needed for the diverter to work properly, you won't have a shower for sure. Not able to advise you on this situation Emazz. sorry.

[@jodykidp5396]

We found with our dellta tub diverter, the danco parts didn't do the job exactly right. We had to find Delta parts to get it to work right. At times danco parts just will not do that job. Find Delta parts instead.

[@RonsLens]

Thanks for the update. I hope everything goes well for you.

[@pcdubya]

Exactly, danco was way too tight and cost more than the delta, but they were out of the delta, live and learn

[@edgardavid5417]

Is this use for the shower and tub? Thanks for your reply :)

[@RonsLens]

Yes, Turn knob one way shower only. Turn knob the opposite way only faucet ( Water Into Tub)

[@justinbenoit4868]

I can’t get mine to swap from shower to faucet.

[@garymershon5665]

I would of like to see what happens when you turn on the water and if the diverter worked probably

[@RonsLens]

It did, like I said before my tub was a mess and didn't want to so that on film.

[@noahholt482]

I have same issue but the part you reused is what’s Broke

[@RonsLens]

Sorry to hear this, I have no solution for that issue. Good Luck. Let us know i you find a replacement part.

[@robindavis4404]

I've replaced and replaced the shower/tub diverter with no success. At this point there is water leaking thru the handle screw hole. Please advise

[@RonsLens]

Sorry you are having a problem. Maybe you have the wrong part, it would be very tight and snug. good luck with your issue.

[@franciscojavierestrada7585]

So, can I just plugg that diverter opening and the tub pipe to only use shower , without replacing the main valve?

[@RonsLens]

Great question. Not sure what would happen.

[@jennybarnhart9968]

It’d be nice to see the end of that screw. Mine has a strange cut out on it…

[@RonsLens]

mine was a phillips head screw, like a cross +. Good Luck, Jenny!

[@marybarfield7182]

What about the gasket? Mine looks identical to yours but has a gasket on the very inside

[@jarrettlewis1408]

I’ve got the same problem the gasket has failed and I need a replacement for it

[@dustinrieser1140]

My hot and cold is in off position but will it still only goes to the tub not the shower?

[@RonsLens]

when you turn the diverter , only water in tub? try to re-enstall. I don't know, sorry.

[@Jlui83]

What was wrong with the old diverter? When I turn my diverter to shower there still a lot of water comes out of the tub part…

[@RonsLens]

Yep, that's what happened here. It made no difference where the knob was turned, water ran out the tub when I wanted shower. I hope your situation works out for you!

[@adrianburkett1999]

The stem is fine in my bathroom do u think I can just change the seat?

[@RonsLens]

Seat, as in where the stem go to? OR SET of knobs? Sorry it's hard to understand what you mean. Good Luck

[@fd9431]

I didnt follow..so you put in a new one but new one was too tight? So you used part of the old one on the new one? I'm sorry man I'm trying to understand before I replace diverter in my own shower. Appears to be same delta parts that I have.

[@RonsLens]

Sorry for the late reply - Yes I used the old pad on the new stem.

[@maryalicepisa]

Did you turn off the water first?

[@RonsLens]

no, water comes out from the hot and cold knobs

[@A.H.59]

Does the water need to be shut off at the main when replacing the diverter?

[@RonsLens]

Sorry for the late response. No it doesn't, just keep the Hot and Cold water knobs in the off position

[@A.H.59]

@@RonsLens Thanks.

[@xboxgamerJ16]

What's the name of the plastic piece that comes out after removing the chrome piping? It's the one that screws onto the handle

[@RonsLens]

I don't know but it wasn't something that was in the packaging I purchased. Delta Diverter, rewatch the video for the part #. I had to use the old part from the original diverter. I was surprised, it wasn't complete. Sorry I couldn't be more helpful. Good Luck

[@jonny_kimbro6590]

It's a value converter stem. They come in different sizes. I'm going to have to replace 2 of them very soon.

[@meanderingrain1854]

Do you mean the stem extension maybe? That would be the old part that he used with the diverter stem.

[@RonsLens]

@@meanderingrain1854 yeah, the extension and the pad were from the original parts

[@bTwice2x]

Does this work for any shower/ bathtub design like this?

[@RonsLens]

This is a Delta branded shower system, I'd guess it would? The mechanics would be the same byt the parts needed to repair of replace would be different. Good Luck to you, with your issue.

[@johnnyrobertson8815]

When I turn my knob the water won't go to tub. Any idea what the issue is?

[@RonsLens]

fused, broken? take the screw of the knob and pull out the stem, to inspect it. make sure no water is running. Good Luck!

[@Thanhnguyen-kg9jd]

When you done fixing anything projects next time on you tube video . Please test it out to show public if it works what you change or replace .

[@RonsLens]

Sure thing, I hope it helped you out, anyway. First, I didn't want to show my cruddy tub. Second, I don't want to get my phone wet. Third, I showed the broken part AND the replacement part from LOWES with the part number.

[@Ambivalentrook5]

What a pain in the butt this has been. Used the old cap and flat o ring. Thinking now the friction is being caused by the clear ring being to big.

[@tammymalloy9264]

Only the cold water leaks what do I do then

[@RonsLens]

if it's the same type of delta style setup, it should be the same part, that's my guess. Good Luck!

[@rhondataylor5260]

Its not the same part.the delta part number for hot and cold is RP25513

[@RonsLens]

@@rhondataylor5260 I only worked on my diverter, not the hot and cold knobs.I'm sure this information will help someone out that needs info on the hot/cold part numbers.

[@VisoMoraine]

Well, did it work when you turned the water valve on? I would have liked to see that it worked. I just took out my diverter valve and didn't see anything wrong with it. But it still will not divert water up the riser pipe to the shower head. I'm dumbfounded.

[@NatHenrickClarke]

Mine turns but it won't switch from tub to shower like that white piece is stripped or something

[@RonsLens]

sounds like that is the problem. Good luck with your issue.

[@NatHenrickClarke]

@@RonsLens I had to replace the diverter some of it broke off in the pipe, it's good now

[@RonsLens]

@@NatHenrickClarke glad you shared your experience here. I'm sure you helped someone looking for answers here.

[@nolablaze]

you said it was still dripping?

[@RonsLens]

This repair / fix is still working with no issues

[@michaelharris1653]

Did it work?

[@RonsLens]

Sure did!

[@21keys27]

Can I have the water on and do this

[@RonsLens]

yes, Make sure the Hot/Cold knobs are turned to the off position.

[@azaquihelify]

That shouldn't slide in that easy without lubricant, and the rubber pad should be on top and bottom, so one of them may still in the piping. Maybe i have a lot to learn

[@harm3336]

You didn't show it working. Just saying.

[@RonsLens]

It works. I know it works, that's most important to me.

[@MegaHollywood1971]

Bandaids...this residence has far more issues than just a valve. Does anyone ever clean anything?

[@RonsLens]

I'll be truthful, it could've been a lot cleaner. The matter at hand needed to be fixed. It was then cleaned afterwards. Btw, it needs a cleaning again, on my to do list. I hope you have a wonderful day, Holly.

[@AmberLandrith]

I can hardly hear him

[@kylerossbossallan8668]

in my opinion, it lacked a lot of instructional useful information along with the guidelines in which parts he was touching with those wrinkly old fingers of his

[@sm5405]

I don't know, to bad you weren't around since your fingers are so fuckn perfect.

[@kylerossbossallan8668]

I will leave a very informative video for everyone soon, so they can see how it's really done. I'm kind of a big deal around these parts, at least, that's what I'm told. Plus I have a pretty decent stereo system that I listen to while I glue all my parts together with a tiny little blue guy on a boat, the size of a Chinese guy's penis, I'm the next Barry girls, and I am kind of a self proclaimed God.not all self proclaimed, I got called to God last night while I was nailing her