One of the best videos I've seen in a long time. Simple, clear audio, good video, no annoying music. Thank you!
@super8guy3 жыл бұрын
The hydrant i repaired was leaking from the packing nut, so I opted to replace the O-rings first. (There was no leak when the handle was in the down, off, position.) Turns out the top O-ring was removed w/ difficulty, and since I could not budge the (impacted) lower O-ring, I decided to chance it and replace only the top. I used Teflon tape on the packing nut. Guess I got lucky b/c the "cheater" repair did the trick. No more leak! Time will tell if my short cut repair has legs. I used the Simmons 850SB hydrant repair kit. TY DIYguy.
@ThaylorHarmor7 жыл бұрын
Good video. Thank you for taking the time to do step by step. This is better than the company's!!!
@TheDIYGuyDOTnet7 жыл бұрын
Thanks. No problem, Glad you think so and thanks for watching and taking the time to leave us a comment.
@johnbutala20298 ай бұрын
Very well done. Gave me a great deal of info and confidence to tackle this job.
@zelbug9995 Жыл бұрын
Every hydrant I took apart, the rod would not lift out since the rubber plunger swelled to a larger diameter. Had to use a 1970’s car jack and screw a rod with washers to the rod and a chain to jack it out. It took 1000’s of pound of force to jack it out, bending the jack. The rubber detaches and then turn on the water and shove the rod in to work the detached rubber plunger out of the tube. Never had one just lift right out.
@edwardboiani4095 Жыл бұрын
I read you post AFTER I went through the same steps to remove the rod. I'll try your method of getting the rubber plunger out as I had NO CLUE as to how I was going to get that out of there. Got my fingers crossed!
@lmfarms46113 жыл бұрын
Thank you, was going to dig out the facet because it was leaking, ran across your video, will only need to replace the lower ball valve. thanks again, saved me time and a big head ach.
@Mini14shootr2 жыл бұрын
Where can one get a plunger rod ?
@bingleroy94462 жыл бұрын
The only missing from this excellent video is what do you call the black/brass RUBBER THING that needed to be replaced? Sure would like to buy one before taking the hydrant apart and leaving it open while I go to the hardware store! Or - do they come in sizes then I'd need to take it to the store with me! (or is it part of the "rebuild" kit)??
@TheBlueCollarPreacher6 жыл бұрын
In some cases you may need 2 pipe wrenches, as the pipe may twist off down below.
@TheDIYGuyDOTnet6 жыл бұрын
You are correct that can happen.. We did mentioned it at the 2:00 -2:10 mark.
@OzarkFats3 жыл бұрын
In this situation, always use a backup. Yes, the instructor mentioned using one but proceeded w/o one. I cringed when he started to unscrew. Good video. Thanks for sharing.
@MrMikeyPayne Жыл бұрын
I needed to do this just now, and I was looking for an amazon link so I could make sure you got an afilliate commission. I have a simmons too.
@richardlinn55123 жыл бұрын
Best O-Ring replacement instructions.
@JamesWhite-tg4kw Жыл бұрын
I have a clayton mark brand an two others that dont have a name on them. Are all these the same size?
@theArtOFjon5 ай бұрын
Is mine supposed to drip from middle of hydrant head when on?
@bcpfarmandtrucking65605 жыл бұрын
Mine runs at the stand pipe but only when I use it. Please any tips?
@TheDIYGuyDOTnet5 жыл бұрын
Need a bit more details. Is is leaking out of the head/handle where it attaches to the stand pipe? Leaking out of the handle plunger? or do you hear it leaking below grade/ ground level?
@citigirlcountrified19273 жыл бұрын
@@TheDIYGuyDOTnet what if its both?
@CA2APat5 жыл бұрын
Awesome instructions! Subbed and liked.
@deadrabbit55662 жыл бұрын
Great video. Exactly what I needed to know. Thanks.
@Robert-x6s2 ай бұрын
What if your hydrant tip seal doesn't have wrench flats red hydrant
@TheDIYGuyDOTnetАй бұрын
Its just a different style tip. There is still a brass insert within it. So grab with vise grips or a pair of channel locks near the top. It maybe remove the rubber then you can use the brass insert to remove it. I cant find one on Amazon to show you what I mean but if you go to tractor supply and search "YHRK1NL" you will see a repair kit with both style of tip seals.
@krischute5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. Really helped me. Much appreciated...
@TheDIYGuyDOTnet5 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, Glad we could help. Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave us a comment. Don't forget to give the video a thumbs up. Thanks
@sudley4 жыл бұрын
I just fixed my first hydrant after watching a few of these KZbin videos to get confidence. In hind sight the head didn't have to be removed, I actually couldn't get it off. I realized the rubber plug fit thru the threaded hole the larger fitting goes. I was able to remove that replace the rubber stopper and rebuild it. It may have been even easier than that. This hydrant is just a few years old. Examining the rubber stopper showed it was fine but I learned more how it worked. My symptom was not leaking but lifting and lowering the handle was very difficult. Now that I did all these steps I think a little WD40 on the rod was all I had to do. I'm sharing to help others learn from my experience. The head didn't have to come off, rubber plug fits thru fitting hole and check the rod for rust, may just need to lube it
@HomesteadingwithSylvia4 жыл бұрын
Awesome help. Thanks a lot!!
@trumpzilla41932 жыл бұрын
Thanks man! Well explained.
@jeremytompson40444 жыл бұрын
Awesome video! I'm virtually certain my issue is with the packing nut and failed o-rings but I'm having a hell of a time getting that packing nut to loosen! But at least I know how it all is put together and I can keep tinkering with it. Thanks!
@TheDIYGuyDOTnet4 жыл бұрын
No problem, Glad we could help. You might want to spray it down with some penetrating oil over the course of a few days so it can soak in. I use and have had good luck with Kroil. Spray it, Let it sit for a few hours and it normally frees up. More on the expensive side but it does work. amzn.to/2AYKNvn . Good luck with getting yours back up and running. Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave us a comment. Don't forget to give the video a thumbs up/ like if you haven't already. Thanks
@ronwilson3306 ай бұрын
Good video!
@EventheSparrowHomestead5 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Just what I needed !
@MrRafa1086 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this.
@TheDIYGuyDOTnet6 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave us a comment.