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Posted: 8/15/2017 8:11:16 PM EDT
Is it soldered? Is it a compression fitting?
 Attached FileLooks like I have some plumbing work to do, and would love to replace a few bad valves while I have the water shut off. |
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Posted: 8/15/2017 8:13:43 PM EDT
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Big box store - look for Shark Bite fittings. Done.
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Posted: 8/15/2017 8:42:38 PM EDT
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It's compression fitting on the line, but the valve itself is soldered.
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Posted: 8/15/2017 8:52:54 PM EDT
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It's compression fitting on the line, but the valve itself is soldered. You can "unsweat" those stops if you disassemble them. Probably not a job for a "handyman" though. |
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Posted: 8/15/2017 8:53:47 PM EDT
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Specifically which one? There is every kind of joint known to man in that picture, it's almost museum quality. :)
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Posted: 8/15/2017 8:57:16 PM EDT
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If someone you know did any of that work don't let them help anymore
You have a lot of unfucking to do |
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Posted: 8/15/2017 9:45:11 PM EDT
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Pay no attention to that ugly rubber joint on the drain.
 I can't fix that until I tear out the wall.
The supply line is original - every valve in the house looks like that, and some of them actually work, more or less. If I sweat that off, can I put a new one on with a compression fitting? The project I really have to do is replace the valve on a tub that won't stop running. That can't be too hard, can it?  
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Posted: 8/15/2017 10:35:06 PM EDT
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Big box store - look for Shark Bite fittings. Done. I have had nothing but good luck with shark bites. I did try another brand of fitting - the 1st two leaked . . . went back to the sb fitting - no problems. just make sure the pipe is prepped right. I plan to NEVER use a soldered fitting again!! Good Luck op! |
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Posted: 8/15/2017 10:45:55 PM EDT
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Pay no attention to that ugly rubber joint on the drain. I can't fix that until I tear out the wall.
The supply line is original - every valve in the house looks like that, and some of them actually work, more or less. If I sweat that off, can I put a new one on with a compression fitting? The project I really have to do is replace the valve on a tub that won't stop running. That can't be too hard, can it?  .
Wipe what you can of the solder off while it's still melted, then finish cleaning it up real good with some emory cloth. Make sure you tighten the nut on the new stop enough to seat the ferrule. Take your time, dont panic if it's stubborn, or burn your house down. In fact; make sure you have a fire extinguisher handy. 
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Posted: 8/15/2017 11:12:56 PM EDT
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Probably so. I know I could, but I've been plumbing 40 years .
Wipe what you can of the solder off while it's still melted, then finish cleaning it up real good with some emory cloth. Make sure you tighten the nut on the new stop enough to seat the ferrule. Take your time, dont panic if it's stubborn, or burn your house down. In fact; make sure you have a fire extinguisher handy. Heat the valve, not the pipe. You won't be able to remove all of the water after removing the valve guts so expect some steam until it all cooks off. Recommended basin wrench |
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Posted: 8/19/2017 7:05:56 PM EDT
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Ok, never mind the sink valves, what's going on with my tub valve? How do I get this stem out, and can it even be replaced?
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Posted: 8/19/2017 7:10:55 PM EDT
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NVM, lol. The exposed bit just pulls off. Now I think I can get the the stem wrench in.
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Posted: 8/19/2017 8:24:09 PM EDT
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Fffffuuuuuuuuuu......
The rest of it came out nice, the seat is frozen in.
ETA - Fixed! Thanks, PB-Blaster! |
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Posted: 8/20/2017 1:44:20 AM EDT
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I haven't seen an American Standard hydroseal in a long time.
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Posted: 8/20/2017 9:02:09 AM EDT
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I haven't seen an American Standard hydroseal in a long time. You should come over. This house is like a time capsule - almost nothing has been updated since it was built in the late 60's. All original electrical fixture, all original plumbing, original boiler, original flooring, wood garage door, etc. I've replaced a bunch of the two-prong outlets and some worn out light switches. |
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