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    Replace Unusual Shutoff valve

    A previous owner decided to texture paint the exposed pipes in the basement which is making life for me a little more difficult. This shut off valve is giving me problems (constantly dripping) so I would like to replace. I have general plumbing knowledge, but have not replaced shut off valve...
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    Hard to find seat

    Hello, I am trying to locate the seat that goes with Union Brass Stem 22-3245. Here's the stem: http://www.faucetshark.com/Union-Brass-Stem-22-3245-p/kiss-22-3245.htm I have tried all my local plumbing stores, but can't locate the part. I have also tried googling it extensively, but...
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    If Something Goes Wrong...

    Update... I pulled the stem out. And have identified the problem. I believe this purple "washer" is what the plumber replaced and its already in pieces. What would cause it to deteriorate so quickly? Is that common? Replaced the washer and reinstalled the stem. Problem fixed... for...
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    If Something Goes Wrong...

    It's actually not a diverter, I believe it used to be something with the drain, but does not do anything anymore. My thinking is that it was originally just a tub and the shower head was added later. The plumber did not replace the seat - just fixed the stem... temporarily. The upper...
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    If Something Goes Wrong...

    Hello, I have a leaky shower head and am 99% sure it is the hot water cartridge that is causing the issue. I had a plumber "rebuild" the cartridge, but that fix only held for a couple months. Its time to just replace the cartridge. I am confident I can remove the cartridge, take it to a...
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