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Are these any good? SharkBite Fittings I have been reading mostly good things about these. Some people don't seem to like them, but never mention anything specific.

Another question, can I replace the copper lines going the the valve with PEX? My main concern for moving the valve was having to solder behind the shower wall. I don't mind opening the wall next to the vanity if it's going to solve my problem.

Thanks Jim, if I can't find an extension I will have reopen the wall behind the vanity. I have also figured out how to get the shower wall if I have to. There is a clip on the back of the wall connected to the tub. I just need to push it back to separate the surround wall.

Thanks guys. I have contacted Delta to see if they have an extension. I understand that the valve should be installed as a "deep wall", but the valve was originally installed when the tub surround was not "deep wall".

Hi, I just installed a sterling tub in my bathroom and the old shower valve does not stick enough for me to get the trim back on. First, a little background. We bought our house two years ago. The previous owners had done some shoddy plumbing work in the bathroom. The old shower valve was...