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Posted by Jeff Wisnia on May 30, 2007, 6:04 pm
Robert11 wrote:
> Hi,
>
> I have a compression-type faucet, which leaks at the spout.
>
> To start, I removed the hot water faucet, but the cold water faucet won't
> budge. It will turn on the cold water, but I can't take the faucet off.
>
> Someone suggested a Faucet Handle pull. I tried this without results.
>
> Does anyone know what else I can do? I need to have both faucets removed
> before I can take out the base.
>
> B
>
>
If you're not going to reuse the faucet set, then just try heating that
obstinate handle with a propane torch and wiggling/pulling on it with a
potholder or oven mitt. Stand by with a can of cold water to splash onto
and cool down the stem area as soon as the handle come off.
There's a good chance the handle will come off without ruining the
faucet beyond maybe needing some new packing and a seal washer.
Jeff
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Jeffry Wisnia
(W1BSV + Brass Rat '57 EE)
The speed of light is 1.8*10^12 furlongs per fortnight.
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