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.
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
Are you sure that you have to take out the base, or either faucet? I wouldn't think so. Let us know what happens.
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