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Just did a bit of investigation, the cartridge seems to be 974-491 made by aftermarket? Generic Price Pfister 974-491 Faucet Cartridge -By Plumb USA 34400 on another site, it says it's been replaced by this 974-042...

Thanks, I got the cover off and screw removed, but the handle won't budge when I pull it outwards, is it just stuck? Also, I found out this is called the body guard model. I have seen your post on other forums a bit of info about the guts. The symptom seems to be that it will turn to as hot...

Normally we have to turn the valve to 80% to get perfect temperature for our toddler using the hand shower. Today I noticed it was running extra hot like it is as hot as the water heater. I had to turn the handle about 20% to get some regular warm water. Does anyone know if a valve can...

Hi, I am working on changing the cartridge and new trim kit to the pfister valve. It originally has plastic threads sticking out for the round trim to thread into. Anyway, I broke off some of the plastic while removing the trim. The plastic sleeve is held by 2 screws out of the valve's 4...