Delta faucet problem

Aug 08, 2009 6 Replies

We have two bathroom sinks with identical Delta single-handle faucets. but one needs only 1/16" movement for the water to flow while the other needs at least 1/2". IOW, a lot more care needs to be taken when turning off the first one.



I replaced all the innards of that first faucet, but it still behaves the same.



Anything to look out for?



Perce


On Aug 8, 2:12=EF=BF=BDpm, "Percival P. Cassidy" wrot= e:

did you replace the ball? Is the handle secure?

If the faucets are identical try swapping parts:)

Yes: I replaced the ball, the plastic piece with the sort-of-triangular opening, the rubber seals, and the springs. Yes, the handle is secure -- as it was before I changed those parts.

I might try that.

Perce

did they both work the same originally?

That is a good question. The "touchy" one is in a bathroom I haven't used much, so I can't say I noticed.

The people who've used it more than I say they've not noticed having to turn it off more firmly than before.

Perce

Maybe the other faucet that you like is the one that isn't working correctly?

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