How To Replace A Delta Shower Cartridge - Do It Yourself!!!!

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[@tunahu10]

The Best instructons yet on a delta cartridge !!

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Thank you!! 🙏

[@billionairetremayne8395]

An add-on for new viewers: The shower cartridge includes two outlets at the back that includes a spring covered by a rubber cap (O-spring). It may be that the entire cartridge may not need to be replaced but only the O-Springs. Its much cheaper to do so, so you will need to inspect those to see if the rubbers are worn and chipped or if the springs have lost their tension. Remove and observe the orientation of the O-spring as the larger opening of the internal spring goes into the cartridge with the smaller opening covered by the rubber cap. Once you replace those you can just follow the rest of the video to put everything back in place and test to see if everything works. Always aim to have to have all parts ready in the event that its necessary and buy local so its easier and cheaper to do so especially if its a DIY project.

[@jacoby75]

Great video. Very clear communication with clear directions and great video to see what you were doing. Very helpful for a home improvement newbie like myself who is terrified of touching plumbing. Thank you.

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Glad it was helpful!

[@roberthuppe1864]

Thanks for the great video. I just replaced our shower cartridge that was leaky. I followed your instructions step by step. No more leaks. Thanks !

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Happy to help, thanks for watching!

[@geraldenders8393]

thank you. the only guy to show the finish with water and how the handle works on a new install. GREAT JOB

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Happy to help! Thanks for watching

[@myinfoismyinfo9533]

I just followed this video's advice completely from beginning to end, including my wife and I being on our phones when I turned the main waterline back on to check for leaks, and it went 100% smoothly due to all that is shared here. Including even the trick about putting the large o-ring back on by first turning it backwards to listen for that click. THANK YOU so much!

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

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[@K_S536]

Hi- what is the cartridge type?

[@leonedwards1741]

Thank you, you did a great job taking us through the different steps and showing us the obstacles we might encounter. You spoke with a very clear voice easy to understand, now I can tackle this job a new level of confidence .🙂

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Glad it was helpful!

[@MIlesTeg2023]

Thanks for this! Just to add some of my experience. I had a slow drip out of my shower head. I contacted Delta and after various emails back and forth they sent me some replacement O-rings for the cartridge. This did not fix the problem. My local hardware store had replacement Delta cartridges for $52. Being cheap, I found a non Delta version on Amazon for about $34. I went with the off brand. It worked however the tolerances are pretty tight on this cartridge and I noticed it was harder to get in and out. Also note, BE CAREFUL removing this cartridge unless you plan on replacing it. It can get really tight and although there a slots to pry it out with a screw driver, it can be ruined if you get too rough with the plastic. Although the aftermarket worked, I would spend the extra 18 buck or so and go with the official Delta replacement. Don't skimp on plumbing parts!

[@mejianancy04]

Omg!! Ive watched so many videos and yours was the easiest to follow! Thank you so much!! 💪🏼

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Awesome!! Happy to help you out! You are very welcome What made our video so easy to follow?

[@louiseward-ml1jx]

I just asked a plumber leave after he quoted $750 to adjust the temperature! Thank you!!

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Holy! You got this!

[@jonburrows2684]

@@ThePlumbingGurusfor real! Dude must live in commifornia or New York. That’s a total gouge

[@pamjedlicka8451]

Great video!! simple explanations were clear and concise. Really appreciate it.

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Glad to help! Thanks for watching!

[@rollingstone3017]

Very good instruction. Lots of thoughtful tips. THANKS!!

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Thanks for watching

[@rizalhalim331]

Thank you, you are the guru of my plumbing needs

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

You betcha

[@jalpha100]

You are awesome. Thanks for posting. Made the cartridge replacement that much easier.

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Awsome!! Happy to help and thanks for watching!

[@chukmug4104]

Your video provided an explanation for why i could not get the handle screw unscrewed. Thank you for that. A very well done video.

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

+chukmug glad we were able to help out! Thanks for leaving us a comment.

[@texasmann]

Best installation video I've seen on KZbin! I liked and subscribed! Thanks for the video!

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Than you so much! Happy we could help

[@Pocketsquareheroes]

Great video...I hope the viewers listen to all the little tips you drop. Those come from experience.

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Thanks!

[@phosphodiesterase]

This helped me fix the leaking shower faucet. Thank you so much. Very much appreciated.

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

You betcha!

[@zman4hbo]

Thank you so much for making this video! I followed your video and fixed my own shower leak. The whole thing was pretty corroded but your tip on using WD-40 worked perfectly.

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Glad we could help

[@modus16222]

excellent info on the set screw. I had the same problem of it being calcified. Thanks for the heads up!

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

You betcha!

[@Skidzjr]

Thank you so much! I followed everything step by step, I was pretty scared to take this on to be honest but no more leak 👍!

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

That’s great news! Happy for you

[@grantpassman2318]

Outstanding explanation! Nice job fellas! I appreciate it.

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Thank you

[@EKIM713]

Wooh! Thanks for all the tips!

[@gregoryflatt]

Thanks! Got it done.

[@baddad5781]

Bravo my friend and thank you for sharing your experience with us.

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Thanks!

[@riyadw9599]

Excellent! Will start my replacement soon.

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

You got this! Let us know how it goes

[@Shintobeme]

MY UPDATE: I tried my best to get that cartridge out by pulling and moving it left, right, up and down and it barely moved. Then it clicked in my brain lol, put the handle back on and just turn to the left. lol It came right off. Hope this saves someone the frustration I went through before I figured it out.

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

+Shintobem hey good job!! That’s awesome. We really appreciate you sharing that. Thanks for watching

[@franciscopagan6902]

Good job

[@aprilhoffman3090]

i had to spray wd-40 inside and around the cartridge and let it sit a couple hours before i could loosen the whole thing out. Mine was super stuck in there, if that is encouraging for anyone

[@RifleG36]

There was a plastic and brass knob and a small rubber O-ring that I had to remove from the front of the old water cartridge. Once those parts were removed, I was able to remove the old water cartridge easily by wiggling the cartridge in an up and down motion.

[@carlosroberto167]

Thanks dude! You save my life 😂

[@ericdowney6374]

You explain very well. Subscribed!

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Thank you! And thanks for watching

[@DisNS333]

This video got me to stop the annoying showerhead drip that's been going on for weeks! THANK YOU!

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

happy to help!

[@mrocob83]

Thanks man. You made this look super easy

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Happy to help!

[@Ethan.s..]

Excellent video, I enjoyed your presentation. Thanks

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@germaintaylor7609]

Thank you so MUCH !!! I followed your instructions and used the WD 40 and let it sit for a while , it turned easily with the channel locks and I replaced the cartridge

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Awesome! Happy to help

[@procrastinatingagain8914]

Super helpful, exactly what I needed, thanks!

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

You betcha! Happy to help

[@andreaneumann311]

Thank you this video helped me so much!

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Glad it helped!

[@melanietrota7263]

Hi guys!! Thanks for this video! Very easy follow and complete :) You saved me 400 bucks! Greetings from Canada, Melanie

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Our pleasure! Greeting to you too

[@huhhuhhuh4069]

Thank you. Just what i needed. My cartridge had a small space to insert a flathead screw driver to help get it out

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Good work!

[@tr4u5mp90]

Great video brother. You answered all the questions i had in my head..

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Thank you 🙏

[@jkk4657]

Thank you for the hint on the water temp adjustment, my water was hot and lava temp. The water in Phoenix is hot out of the city pipes 10 months of the year. We like cold showers here

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Happy to help! Thanks for watching

[@tonyvu60]

Thanks for making the video. Very detailed and easy to understand. ♥️

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Glad it was helpful!

[@bonoquo]

Thank you very much for the instructive step by step video I took my time followed accordingly and I came out of champ thank you for making me look good for Spouse You The Man! Houston Texas

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Glad we could help!

[@nicholtoomire7815]

Thank you I followed your directions and easily replaced my filter!

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Glad it helped!

[@bropain]

Great video tutorials! Extremely well done.

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Thank you so much! We really appreciate it. Thanks for watching

[@myrarhodus]

@@ThePlumbingGurus pl

[@elvincapestany1797]

It worked! Thanks a bunch!

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Awesome! Happy to help

[@christopheremmanuel4147]

Well explained & documented.

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Thank you and thanks for watching

[@greersp]

Thanks for the video. You helped me save several hundred dollars on a plumber!

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Happy to help!

[@klm8303]

Thanks so much! Super helpful! Got 'er done.

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Happy to help

[@sporadics]

the WD 40 advice saved my behind...thx!

[@ahmedbamouh4936]

Thanks for the tip 👍👍

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

No problem 👍

[@bobturano1247]

Thank you this is a major resource

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

You betcha. Happy to help

[@blakeroni]

Clayton, great work thank you!

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Glad you liked it!

[@cmnicholson7206]

I am the least handy person ever but I was able to fix the leak. Thank you very much!

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Great job!

[@SomeDudeSomewhereOverThere]

Exactly what I needed!

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

+Edward Colson awesome! Glad we could help you out!

[@TacoLoco-gq2pt]

This video helped a bunch, thank you

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Glad it helped!

[@workcardoza-izquierdo352]

You made it so easy!

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Thanks. I have also been plumbing for a long time lol

[@mikealleman2314]

Just what I needed. Discovering the job while you are doing it is a littler nerve racking

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Glad we could help

[@winterwalker4840]

Thank you video was so helpful

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Happy to help!

[@Mareka6969]

thank you for making this video, it helped me out alot! PS: I stripped the allen key screw and had to drill it out, it was stuck. The big nut that holds the cartridge also didn't want to come loose so I ended up cutting it with a sawzall. I had lots of fun with this project, glad its done.

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Sounds like you had some problems but you were able to fix the problem. It can be tough sometimes. Good for you for getting it done ✔️ Thanks for watching and leaving a comment

[@Mareka6969]

@@ThePlumbingGurus I'm an electrician by trade 😉

[@954buggy]

I’m dealing with a completely stripped set screw. If I drill it, will I have problems putting the handle back on? Can I just replace the set screw?

[@danielerbach4862]

I did it! Thanks bro

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Nice job!

[@AlekVila]

Thank you! This helped me out.

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

You betcha! Happy to help

[@brendaboyd4313]

More wiggling and I got it.Thanks for the video

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

No problem 👍

[@ro7242]

Hay now this instuction video was very well done and helpful .I replaced a cartridge in about a 30 min

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Awesome! Thanks for watching

[@sheskrafty5031]

Cartridge replacement handled 😅🙏🏼 fantastic video, thank you!

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

You're welcome and thanks for watching.glad it helped

[@robertzavala3572]

Great video

[@jasoncurry4166]

Great video!

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@eileenturner2014]

Thank you....this is very informative and very easy to follow ;-))

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

You're very welcome!

[@eileenturner2014]

I am researching a cartridge for the Addison series trim....number on the old is 31125. Has it morphed or is it the same?

[@garydyas5448]

Great video. It helped me do the job!

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Glad it helped!

[@jessebbutanda586]

Thanks for the tip, have that issue on the shower, leaking hot water, buy the cartridge and install it. Awesome information on the repair., Thanks.

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

You betcha! Thanks for watching

[@jessebbutanda586]

@@ThePlumbingGurus contacted Delta, and they are providing the parts free, and the spout. Warranty.

[@territhomas9514]

I did it! Thanks!

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Happy to help! Congrats on doing it! Thanks for watching

[@KennyBucketz]

Thank you!

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

You betcha!

[@DannyRayeBrigman]

Great! simple, step by step. Your next VidUo should show others how to make a use full Video !

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Ok, thank you

[@User37621]

Thanks this helped to realize it was a Allen key needed not a phillips 👍🏻

[@milkandcookies4227]

What size of allen key

[@fnyack]

Nice job, I am going to attempt to do the same thing in my bathroom.

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

You got it!!

[@BukesWorld]

Thank you. I had a hell of a time removing the cartridge because it came apart in two halves. Nevertheless, you get a Trple A rating for your walk through illustration. 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Excellent!

[@kylehang1999]

How'd you get the second half out?

[@BukesWorld]

@@kylehang1999 honestly, I kept pulling and prying until it came loose.

[@stevehartmusic]

Thank you

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

You're welcome

[@modogg42]

Lol good point with having 2 people. I only had one so lot of hustle up and down the stairs. Also thanks for mentioning size of the Allen wrench. I only had metric size and didn’t realize why it wasn’t fitting right

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Haha good work on you getting it done!

[@joannmcollins7724]

Awesome 👏

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Thanks 🤗

[@js8741]

My Delta tub faucet is leaking and I found your video. I'm going to try to replace it myself instead of calling a plumber. You make it seem easy and the problem that I anticipate having is the calcification where the screw is & behind the handle when it gets removed. I hope I can do it successfully!! 🤞🏽🤞🏽

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

You go this!

[@sailork3506]

Agree. Mine was very easy except for the calcium. We have hard water. There are bathroom sprays that include CLR. Get some of that first. And PB Blaster to lube the threaded ring. He didn't say much about the ring, but if you take a channelock pliers and a soft towel. Grab the ring through the towel, and squeeze with moderate pressure (not gorilla). Rotate 30 degrees and repeat. All around the ring. It cracks the calcium. Then you can rotate the ring.

[@cajunfamily5227]

Awsome thanks!!

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

+Michael Tobat thanks for watching!

[@accummins]

Thanks

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Happy to help

[@jivany]

Thanks! Can you tell me what size Allen wrench you used?

[@oscarpow]

Hi! Great video! What's the part number of the new cartridge? Is it the "RP46074 Shower Cartridge Assembly for Delta Shower and Tub 13/14 Series Valve"? Thank you!

[@WorldByTheTale]

This is dope

[@MikeinCC]

I would add silicone or PTFE (waterproof) grease to the 3 o-rings on the new cartridge. Makes inserting easier, and minimizes risk of deforming or rolling the o-ring when inserting. Furthermore, if you have to replace the cartridge again sometime, the greased cartridge will come out easier.

[@StevennH1]

Great tip this is why I always carry Vaseline or petroleum jelly with me

[@lordgarth1]

@@StevennH1 petroleum based lubricant will destroy those o rings.

[@letswork2217]

I was struggling to get out the original .. I had to spray some lubricant with a nozzle .. helped out so much.

[@HarveySarai]

Can we use WD-40

[@js8741]

Thanks for the info!! I was wondering if he was going to lube those o rings or not.

[@Str8sixfan]

I think I was on some GWVL video calls with you...here I am with a bathroom remodel and needing to know how to do this! Thank you so much for doing this vid!

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Haha awesome!! Thanks for watching. Glad we could help.

[@Str8sixfan]

@@ThePlumbingGurus what about on the shower head & neck. The old one I've pulled out has a blue like film/putty/something on the threads that it's obviously not teflon tape. What is that product that I need to put on the threads as I install the new one?

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

It’s called pipe dope. But you could just use Teflon if you don’t have it. Wrap it 3-4 times and it will be fine. A shower head doesn’t have constant pressure so you don’t really have to worry to much.

[@Str8sixfan]

@@ThePlumbingGurus Thank you so much! One less trip to the hardware store!

[@michaellicavoli3921]

Good job! ,

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

+Michael Licavoli thank you! Glad we can help out! Thanks for leaving a comment

[@KenDebono]

I'm glad you made this video. I was very curious to know what the large O-ring sitting behind the big nut was for.

[@CynthiaWord-iq7in]

yeah great a cracked o-ring will cause handle..to not be able turn turn off water, more than a drip. The Collar Nut can be loosened with a locking grip wrench.

[@gkterry]

Worked perfectly! I used a strap wrench to help get the round escutcheon and the brass nut off with no issues. Thank you!

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

That’s a great idea! Thanks for watching and leaving a comment

[@user-cw4ht3yl6c]

Great vid! At around 6:20 you talk about the plastic ring that presets the water temp by limiting the swing of the handle. Can you reset that plastic ring (to allow for hotter showers) without having to remove the entire cartridge from its housing? If so, do you even have to shut off the water main?

[@dandesouto6076]

Thanks 🙏🏻

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

You bet!

[@joedelgado3114]

thank you

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

You betcha!

[@dutchymon]

Nice one Mon!

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Thanks!

[@1986dondada]

i know this video is a couple years old but my shower head is leaking and last time the guy charged us $160 and was done in about 10 mins...this will help me save money and broaden my knowledge... thank you so much!

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Happy to help!

[@tonym6920]

👍👍. Excellent video, thanks! Can you use Danco Silicone Faucet Grease to help slide and seat the new cartridge? Subscribed

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Happy to help! I don’t know that particular brand, but as long as it’s a plumbers grease or rated for water. I would say go ahead.

[@mildredwalters5631]

You made it look so easy. I did fine until I got to the part where I take the cartridge out. I can’t seem to get it out. And should water be coming out? I did turn off the water and left a faucet on to release the pressure. I’m obviously doing something wrong.

[@josephdominic919]

Thanks for the video!! WD 40 did the trick!

[@kristenpayton6537]

Thank you for this video! My son in law and I changed it out but now my faucet has a slow drip. What can cause that?

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

It could be debris stuck in the valve. Or it could be your valve body has something wrong.

[@jesusmedina8357]

Hi. I replaced the cartridges three times because water was not coming down. I had to call the guy to figure that. It turned to be sediment blocking the shower head after all the shutting off and turning on the water. I would suggest to mention that in your video. BTW I find your videos very helpful. Thank you very much for taking the time to make them! Cheers

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Yes good call. We will add that in future videos. Thanks for sharing your story and supporting our channel.

[@cheopr2]

just what i needed...iam about to change one like this...very good video...kudos,,,lllll

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

You betcha! Happy to help

[@oudwithrad]

You are amazing , help me a lot . Where are you located?

[@ThePlumbingGurus]

Thank you 😊 We are located in calgary Alberta.

[@VideoGameRoom32]

After I unscrewed the set screw, the hand is stuck. I can't pull off the handle. Any suggests? I'm guessing because of all the build up. It's stuck.