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Posted by hallerb@aol.com on January 17, 2008, 11:23 am
> Murph wrote:
> > I have a leak when I open the shutoff so I guess I need to replace the
> > valve. =EF=BF=BDI am not sure that this is a do it yourself project. =EF=
=BF=BDI am
> > handy but not experienced with plumbing. =EF=BF=BDAny advice? =EF=BF=BDS=
hould I leave
> > this to the professionals?
>
> =EF=BF=BD =EF=BF=BD =EF=BF=BD =EF=BF=BD Where is this leak occurring? =EF=
=BF=BDIf it is around the stem of the handle,
> the nut around the stem might be tightened slightly and stop the leak.
> If it is around the connecting hose or tubing leading to the toilet, the
> same might be done or some Teflon tape or pipe dope applied. =EF=BF=BDIf y=
ou do
> not know what these things are, then seek help. =EF=BF=BDIt really depends=
upon
> where the leak is and how badly it leaks.
leak might be from above, say at seal where line enters tank then runs
down supply line dripping at valve.
some words of advice, if you must replace the valve install a ball
valve, less chance of future leaks FAST 1/4 turn shut off in
emergencies
be careful the line that enters to floor or wall can break off causing
much grief
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