How To Replace Tub Shower Cartridge Washers & Springs - Fast & Easy!

[@nnoncan2319]

Great demo. I had trouble pulling the cartridge out and because I did not want to break it, I closed up... watched your video and now I know to screw the handle back on and use it to pull!! Great! Thanks

[@proclaimliberty2000]

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[@proclaimliberty2000]

If your cartridge is a Delta they’ll send you a new one for free.

[@alsautner1732]

That is such a good idea to put the knob back on to remove the unit. Makes taking this off very easy....! Thanks.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Albert Sautner 👍😊

[@HuskerTimmy]

Looked at many videos and this one was the only one that had the same equipment as mine. Your truck to screw the handle back on to get the cartridge out worked like a charm. 1/2 hour trip to Home Depot and $10 later and it’s fixed! You da man!

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Tim Mapes 👍

[@dyannanderson9669]

Awesome instructions I did this by myself from your clear easy to follow instructions. Thanks, from a single mom not really wanting a plumber bill right now!

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Good job. That’s exactly why I started this channel was to help people save money by teaching them how to do things themselves.

[@francesco.belmonte]

Thank you for such a thorough and well explained video on shower cartridges. Definitely very helpful with the do's and don'ts as well as recommendations and tips on plumbing. We have a peerless here and it seems like the well water really built up minerals making it impossible to remove the bonnet.

[@cherylm6349]

Yesterday I was so frustrated because I couldn’t remove the bonnet. Woke this morning, bought a strap wrench and it worked like a charm. Thank you so much🥰

[@kitcat123ful]

Thank you, I now have the courage to do what my husband will not!

[@HitMan1515]

Why won't he do it for you?

[@acharyajamesoermannspeaker6563]

Amazing the power of light taps. I had a fixture stuck in my radiator that would not budge, light tapping made it instantly loose. A leather belt can be used as a strap wrench as well.

[@grandddame60]

Thank you so much for this well taught video. I did it a few times before with no problems, but a few weeks ago I couldn't find your video, well now that I have I will save it on a few devices. Thank you@

[@proclaimliberty2000]

grandddame60 👍😊

[@dubby1]

Thanks! This is the first video I came across that described how to get the bonnet off. I was struggling. I used a belt as I didn't have a strap wrench. Finally!😅

[@proclaimliberty2000]

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[@slicknick2020]

That wrench strap saved me, this video was awesome thank you so much for this! Did everything you suggested and it works like a charm now

[@Dollar_Menu]

I love the part you said, whatever you do, done use a pipe wrench and I had already had used one 🤣 I had one hell of a time with that ring but I did get it off, but there was some scrapes and bumps along the way.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

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[@ymehair]

Thanks so much for taking the time to show us what and how to properly take it out. God Bless. :)

[@proclaimliberty2000]

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[@yahyaali5442]

Great! Precise information and a perfect way to explain.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

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[@jquefreeman7617]

That was very detailed from the other videos I’ve seen. Thank you.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

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[@dandalton8150]

Thank you for taking the time to share this! Helped me out big time today!

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Dan Dalton 👍😊

[@longnshorttpa]

if you dont have a strap wrench use a leather belt. often works good enough.

[@jugalsharma8151]

Awesome

[@rolandthethompsongunner64]

Lol yeah right. You must wear really thin belts.

[@longnshorttpa]

Well I have used my belt in a pinch at my home, but then it's true I'm also not a 300 pound crack displayer either using a garden hose to hold my pants up lol

[@jiecui07]

Very good video. It is detailed and useful. Thumbs up!

[@chrisdascalos7701]

Thank you for all the advice. I'm going to tackle this tomorrow and feel ready for any problem.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

CHRIS DASCALOS 👍😊

[@rsxxboxfanatic]

Thanks for the video. Getting that thing out is no joke. Just waiting on WD-40 to settle in.

[@kareemprice7201]

Awesome video. This is exactly what I needed to repair my tub faucet. I'm extremely happy about being able to DIY this repair. Over joyed.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Kar pri 👍

[@bratinc]

Excellent video! All the tricks and tips explained worked like a charm! Thank you so much for making this video! You saved me hundreds on plumbing bills.👍

[@proclaimliberty2000]

bratinc that’s great and you’re very welcome!

[@proclaimliberty2000]

This is something else I've learned about toilets. kzbin.info/www/bejne/laKqgKBojb9qo8k

[@tex2515]

Man you are my hero!!!!! 🌅!thank you for a great lesson!!!!!!!!

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Karen Brand 👍😊

[@robertbdesmond]

You forgot to mention there is a hot and cold side to the valve and remember to put the hot side on the left when reinserting the valve. Otherwise great job explaining. Thank you.

[@highvoltagepowerage]

Why would that matter? It's symmetrical.

[@chadr5712]

Please note that all Delta parts have a lifetime warranty. Just got off the phone with Delta and they are sending me new seats and springs free of charge.

[@victornewman508]

Excellent video , I was feeling nervous trying to do this myself, but now feel confident I can do it alone..excellent suggestion on using a strap wrench instead of a pipe wrench to remove the bonnet as other videos have suggested using a pipe wrench and for using Teflon lubricant, and the handle holding the cartridge to remove it ? another fantastic idea along with using q-tips and vinegar to clean the openings..... the only thing is that I would just do is just to replace the whole cartridge instead of the the washers/springs as I called Delta and they sent me out one for free.. so I am going to try this out .... thanks again !! subscribed !

[@JustWasted3HoursHere]

I was wondering about that because if you buy the whole cartridge it costs about $40, whereas the washer and spring kit is around $4.

[@bossdogg4767]

Great video. With some patience and a little time u can save alot of 💰. Fixed my problem... Thanks alot

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Courtney Booth You’re very welcome!

[@redstingraycorvette]

Great video man I wish I would’ve watched it before I went to the plumbing store and they Charged $70 for the new cartridge it’s pretty sad that they didn’t tell me they had a rebuild kit for the springs and the little rubber gasketsGreat video

[@ToConnect2000s]

Thank you, this is the exact one I have but forgot what I had as I did a custom install on my manufactured home from a POS plastic hot and cold valves to a 1 handed valve that I found at a thrift store for $5 bucks in a no name box all the brass parts were there but I had to find the chrome outer parts for it at lowes.. 8 years later and mine is now having a non stop annoying drip from the shower head and was told by a plumber (so called friend) said the whole thing needed to be pulled and replaced for $1800+ NOPE I'll do it myself and look around on KZbin. This looks like this might be the culprit, better a $100 dollar max price cartridge part than ripping out the whole shower and replacing a part that I don't believe needed to be replaced. Thank you..

[@proclaimliberty2000]

To Connect 2000s 👍😊

[@yomamaknives8906]

Great advice brother thank you for helping me through this job

[@elling101]

Great video! Very helpful, thank you. I was wondering why you use a bull peen hammer instead of a regular hammer. Is that better somehow?

[@mrparrotman03]

This little kzbin.infoUgkxVoi3B4CB6Oygq1-vo4OTL1M_M5JkrXif tub works perfect in our 6 x 6 shower and is easy to get in and out. Also easy to drain.

[@mrsoars]

Great job making this video, eliminated all the guesswork! Thanks!

[@abigailwinters8258]

Excellent video! First time to ever do this! Thankyou!!

[@proclaimliberty2000]

You're very welcome!

[@christinecaballero9936]

Very informative! Will be fixing mine really soon.

[@jwc905]

The manufacturer sent me the parts for free, my plumber wanted to charge me $250 to do this. Thanks so much.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

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[@garyo1461]

Thank you for this video. It was very helpful to me.

[@thedukeofmulberry]

Thank God for KZbin and thank God for Paul and this video! It was the difference between a simple home fix and having to call a plumber. 😆

[@proclaimliberty2000]

I'm really glad it helped you Rex.

[@danphelps9382]

Excellent instructions!

[@KitKatMineCraft-s9d]

Thanks for the great explanation. been having issues with leaking and also the handle is hard to turn. now i know where to start to troubleshoot! thanks

[@easygoin917]

Just what I needed to learn. Thanks for posting.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Easy Goin' You’re very welcome!

[@eddie7319]

Can't seem to find Teflon lubricant in a tube. Is it OK to use the spray?

[@tonym6920]

Very well done, thanks! 👍👍

[@proclaimliberty2000]

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[@Bill123321]

Should this be replaced if it's not leaking? Mine is 17 years old and it's ok but was thinking should I replace it before it breaks (preventive maintenance)? Thank you for the video.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

@@Bill123321 if it’s a Delta just call them to send you a new one which they will not charge you for.

[@jmjaplit]

Just saw this video a little late as I have used that big pipe wrench on mine. Tough to turn and I think I bent that pipe a little bit I have put it back. Anyway, my question is, you only have to replace the washer and springs to get rid of the leak? I bought the whole valve but I returned them coz it was different.

[@rommelnavarro7320]

Thanks for the video. Helped a lot!

[@proclaimliberty2000]

rommel navarro 👍😊

[@CaliGem510]

For the bonnet, I made a make-shift strap wrench with a leather belt. There's a video for it here on youtube.

[@Onelove77forhim]

Thanks for the video. It was full of great tips and I easily changed out the entire cartridge.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

That's great! Just think of all the money you saved not having to call a plumber!

[@IamTheScottD]

Did you just fart at 1:12, then sniff it at 1:16?? LMAO That's awesome!!! Great instructions by the way!!!

[@sarag1158]

Thank you for the video! I'm no stranger to plumbing at my house. You made it easy. Where dis you find the part? I have a Delta MP-10 and can't find a compatible cartridge.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Sara G 👍😊 call Delta which is a lifetime warranty so they may send you the cartridge for free.

[@sarag1158]

@@proclaimliberty2000 That's great! I'll give it a try!

[@MrSoulMonk]

Superb video!

[@kenlynn2012]

Good info on the clean up and teflon grease.

[@NatiHighLife]

Exactly what I needed thanks

[@proclaimliberty2000]

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[@jbrise7560]

Good info sir. 👍

[@nestorsomoza21]

You are a smart man. Thanks

[@proclaimliberty2000]

El Capitan 👍😊

[@scatoutdebutter]

Thanks! Great explaining!

[@chrisdascalos7701]

Yep, out of 3 showers, one gave me trouble. I soaked it with PB Blaster today and will try again later in the week. I have two belt wrenches, but what should I do if it still won't budge?

[@proclaimliberty2000]

CHRIS DASCALOS PB blaster is amazing stuff so hopefully that will work. If it does not then you’ll either have to live with the faucet dripping or replace the valve which is pretty involved

[@chrisdascalos7701]

I'll try to soak it in vinegar too. Would a hair blow dryer create enough heat to free the bonnet? Thanks for your reply.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

CHRIS DASCALOS Those are both excellent ideas Chris! Let me know how it goes. Try not to be rushed when you work on it.

[@kelleya6027]

good video. thanks for all the tips

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Kelley A 👍😊

[@hammerdown3876]

Yes sir this video helped me a ton thank you!

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Hammerdown Good! 👍😊

[@sweettang7818]

Proclaimliberty2000 Wow! Got the problem solved in no time didn't need a strap wrench was able to substitute that using rubber electrical tape" to wrap and protect the bonnet also used a normal wrench and a gentle turn. Bonnet loosen without any pressure at all. Then i continued turning by hand replaced new washers and springs" no more leaks and good as new. Thanks 2 U..🤔👍

[@franciscoortega7938]

i changed mine and now i have a consistent pesky little drip. any suggestions? thanks for all the great tips. my initial cartridge was old and was a pain to take out... it basically fell apart. i appreciate your videos.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Francisco Ortega 👍😊 The drip may stop after a couple of days after the washers seat in. If it does not then I would put some Teflon lubricant on the washers.

[@franciscoortega7938]

thank you... i had to take it out and re instal it. the dripping was getting worse. but now is working perfectly. i appreciate the reply.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Francisco Ortega 👍😊

[@greentruckandhamradio]

I have the same shower mixing knob but on mine the water shuts off completely in the middle of the rotation then if you keep turning the temperatures mix in reverse. What is wrong with my shower?

[@zerram]

Thanks! Didn't need the torch after all... 😉

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Jason Blanchard You’re welcome!

[@saltychef2279]

Mate! YOu rock! Awesome video, if it wasn't for your video I would be calling a plumber out! thanks you!

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Salty Chef 👍😊

[@alice30045]

Good video. Good advice except, I wouldn't recommend removing that large cover plate because it's a bear to find the holes for the screws again. Ask me how I know....I jut finished this job and that was the most difficult part. For one thing, you can't see where the holes are because the plate has them covered. I thought if I connected the hole with the screw through a straw that might work...it didn't. It took about 30 minutes in a hot bathroom before I got those screws into their holes. Ugh. Thanks to everyone who made a video for this job, even my son is proud of me....he didn't have a clue how to do it.

[@toloulafaumuina6414]

Thank you going through this problem right now I cannot trust the maintenance guy to fix it cause he never came back so it looks like it’s diy for me.

[@missbarbara6874]

I am an older lady who has done this before and found it a nightmare in removing the cartridge. I ended up using flathead screwdrivers to pry it out. I know. Probably not the best idea but I could not get it out any other way. I love the idea of using the handle. This third time I had to replace the o-rings too and although Delta Faucets sent me the seat and springs under my lifetime warranty they do not send the o-rings. The ones I used were Danco #35 (11/16” O.D. x 9/16” I.D. x 1/16”) which I found at Lowe’s. It won’t hurt to have them on hand in case you need them. I used a silicone grease this time and it made things a lot easier to remove the cartridge today and to reinsert it since I did not have o-rings when I replaced the seat and springs. I didn’t know they were bad at that time and until I replaced them my leak was worse than when I started. I also did not bleed off the water pressure when I went to remove the cartridge and it just popped out with no effort....unfortunately giving me an unwanted shower in the process but I’ll take that shower if I don’t have to fight removing the cartridge. Next time I will cover it with a towel. I really liked your video. I’ve watched several and I wish I would have seen yours before making the repair. It would have saved me a lot of grey hairs....oh wait...that’s all I have on my head.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Miss Barbara Good job! 👍

[@missbarbara6874]

Too bad the leak only stopped for a few hours. I guess I will have to replace the cartridge.

[@maximecomeau3385]

hi very informartive video! quick question how what aplies pressure to that big o ring at the begining?

[@proclaimliberty2000]

The trim sleeve that I twisted off grips that big o ring to hold it in place nice and tight.

[@stevenvanfleet2520]

Good instructional video

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Steven Van Fleet 👍😊

[@maninthevan53]

will turn the main water inlet stop the flow of both the hot and cold water to do the repair

[@nahumbernal11]

Thank you so much!!! I have fixed my problem now

[@proclaimliberty2000]

You're very welcome!

[@michael-si9xs]

where can I get the washers and springs from, are these easy to find, and are they a standard washer from any hardware store, or do I have to order them from Peerless.

[@geneland]

I bet you've already found them but your local hardware or plumbing supply store has them. Lowes, Home Depot also have them. The packaging will tell you if it's for Peerless or Delta or whatever.

[@rebekahellis853]

Thanks for this video! I've been trying in vain to find a cartridge/valve combo that looks like what I have (big valve holes, cartridge with the brass toothy-gear thing at the top) and this looks like it! Do you know the name of the valve or the cartridge? I think the trim kit I have doesn't properly engage with that copper-gear part at the top and a new trim kit I bought came with a cartridge where the water inlet holes are too close together. We just bought the house, and I suspect the trim was replaced but not quite compatible -- it's a Delta Monitor with a separate temp control and it grinds a bit and doesn't stay in place. It's held together with the screw under the temp control cover, and I suspect there's a part missing. Knowing the name of the valve or cartridge would help when I talk to Delta, so any info you can provide is super helpful. Thank you!

[@rolandthethompsongunner64]

If you don’t know the brand if valve you have don’t even attempt this. Many times people will replace the trim kits with different brands. You can’t always go by what the handles say they are. You can replace Delta with Moen, Glacier bay, etc.

[@demonte245]

My faucet won't turn on at all in the bathtub but works everywhere else in the bathroom. Would this be the same solution to that problem?

[@raulgutierrez1093]

When the valve is to old!! that tool!!!👎👎👎😎🪐🪐

[@andrewhernand7469]

What brand of valve is it. The one I’m having to deal with has no markings of any kind it’s also the type that you pull to start water flow and turn left to right for water temp. It looks similar to yours🇺🇸

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Andrew Hernand Delta

[@andrewhernand7469]

proclaimliberty2000 thanks for your quick response🇺🇸

[@auntyp2980]

Great video Thank you

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Tina Phillip 👍

[@footballmom2502]

Where do you get the washers and springs ?cant find at lowes or home depot

[@hasi812]

They have it

[@MichaelShaw1]

Thank you so much, Dude.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Michael Shaw👍😊

[@CurlyFromTheSwirly]

Hey, my bonnet is covering my (idiootic) trim sleeve. So I can't take it off till I get the bonnet. But how do I get a grip on the bonnet, cause I can't hold the main body valve?

[@CurlyFromTheSwirly]

And I dont have s catridge either. All this and my washers & springs are still inside. If I figure this out, I'll make my own video.

[@HitMan1515]

Had to change whole cartridge but no matter what I do the cold and hot sides are flipped lol...just gonna leave it...stopped leak at least.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

I think that means it’s in upside down. Other people have mentioned the same problem to me.

[@JustWasted3HoursHere]

Home Depot and Lowes sells the whole cartridge assembly for about $40, whereas the washer and spring kit is generally about 1/10th that price. When is it better to replace the whole thing instead of just the washers and springs?

[@proclaimliberty2000]

JustWasted3HoursHere it’s just a personal decision. If the main body still works then I would just replace the springs and washers like I did.

[@JustWasted3HoursHere]

@@proclaimliberty2000 Thanks for the quick reply! Since our area has extremely hard water, and we've been in this house since 2003, I went ahead and bought the whole thing "just in case". If I notice it leaking in a few years or so I'll probably go for just the springs and washers kit instead. Thanks again.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

JustWasted3HoursHere You’re welcome. As long as you put some lubricant on the bonnet threads every so many years you’ll have no problems performing maintenance on it.

[@JustWasted3HoursHere]

@@proclaimliberty2000 Well, I replaced it. Man! That sucker was hard to get out! I had to buy one of those rubber strap wrenches, but it finally came out. What was weird was that the new cartridge had an "H" on it for the hot side of the cartridge, but the old one did not (so that I knew which way to put the new one in). But luckily I reasoned that the hot water symbol on the outer beauty ring was on the left, I figured that that's the way to should go and it turned out to be correct. Funny that they didn't design it so that it could only go in one way. Total cost about $50 ($40 for the cartridge and about $10 for the strap wrench). Much cheaper than a plumber!

[@proclaimliberty2000]

JustWasted3HoursHere 👍😊

[@AV-kc2ro]

Even after the Main water valve is off, the faucet is still leaking, is that normal? I did change the washers/springs but it’s still leaking :(

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Is it still leaking?

[@AV-kc2ro]

proclaimliberty2000 thanks for the reply, I left it off overnight and it actually stopped; but when I turn it on the faucet still leaks; maybe I need to change the bottom washers/springs? I’m not sure what they are called exactly or how to do that

[@proclaimliberty2000]

@@AV-kc2ro Just take the cartridge to Home Depot, Lowes or a hardware store and I'm sure they'll show you what other parts to replace. Don't forget to use teflon lubricant on the O-ring washers.

[@AV-kc2ro]

proclaimliberty2000 thanks for your help!

[@proclaimliberty2000]

A V 👍

[@cutty1274]

Anyone know the replacement cartridge?

[@voltron-0]

Are the replacement rings sold at Home Depot?

[@roygosse6762]

Yes

[@sweettang7818]

Can also purchase at your local hardware store.

[@cjwoods4951]

Thank you!

[@proclaimliberty2000]

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[@emilioovalle5620]

Hi , I replaced my and it was very easy, but now I don’t have hot water 🤔🤔

[@proclaimliberty2000]

You probably did not reinstall your rotational limit stop correctly which means you cannot rotate the handle fully to the counter clockwise position. Re-examine how the part is positioned in the video before I removed it.

[@photosbyian]

What should I do if I unscrew the handle screw but the handle does not slide off

[@proclaimliberty2000]

If it was me I would just keep wiggling on the handle up and down and side ways while pulling at the same time.

[@hasi812]

Tight by hand only?

[@proclaimliberty2000]

ha si Yes, but not even tight per say, but just until it stops.

[@CurlyFromTheSwirly]

You may be able to renove a face plate with your finger nail. Be careful using tools because there are thin teeth holding it & you don't want to break them.

[@ccady316]

Where do we buy the replacement parts?

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Any building supply or hardware store should have them.

[@261Pro]

ccady316 home depot or Lowe's.. plumbing department..

[@MrChuckchuck7]

call Delta they will send free.

[@Kwame.yesu1]

thwip71 🤣stop being sarcastic. He probably genuinely has no Idea where to get something like that. 😂😂

[@TheEpic1976]

@thwip71 😂

[@kathydalton3377]

Thank you.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Kathy Dalton 👍

[@rel53]

great video. you just ended it 3 min too early …. how in the hell you place the cover back. those two long screws goes where? how do you aim them. Spending most of the time on the last mile. any tips?

[@proclaimliberty2000]

rel53 look inside with a flashlight and you will see where the screws go. You just have to eyeball it.

[@blueeyedsoulman]

The screw inside my handle is spinning and not comming out! Feels like the whole cartridge is spinning. What do I do? I can't get the handle off.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Wiggle and pull handle with one hand while at the same time un-screwing the screw with the other hand.

[@johnleyva3646]

SUCCESS. Thanks.

[@thepaintingchannel206]

This is an awesome video. yoo are really good I appreciate this a lot. Thanks and GOD bless

[@proclaimliberty2000]

sanam anwar 👍

[@jsidwell0]

thank you x infinity!

[@proclaimliberty2000]

jsidwell0 👍😊

[@pollydor07]

THANKS

[@rogerguinn3372]

And what do you do when the Cartridge itself will NOT come out? Everything came out except the cartridge itself, which is cracked.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Roger Guinn did you try pulling it out with the Fossett handle screwed back on? I show this in my video at the six minute time frame.

[@rogerguinn3372]

I even used a torch to try to loosen it. No go. It had been untouched for 15 years. I had to cut it out and replace the whole shebang. Luckily for me, the original owners had not liked the faucet system the builder had started with, and had him change it before installing. The original Delta faucets were in the attic--and are physically the same. Replaced all the washers, seals, and springs, lubed the devil out of everything with silicon grease, and -- No LEAKS! I finally got the thing hot enough to melt most of the plastic--but the flow controls are STILL welded to the body.

[@justinbailey8894]

Hope you can help me. I have a shower that won't turn off and replaced the cartridge and it still won't shut off. The part is a milwakee 46 8700.