aviator79
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I just replaced the diverter valve on one of my shower/tub valves because water comes out of the tub spigot when the shower is on. I noticed there was only one o-ring on the diverter valve as I was putting it in so seemed like water could easily leak but I am not that familiar with the valves. I had previously done the seals on it but did not have to open it back up to do the diverter. I cleaned the inside with 1/2 wire brush but do have very hard water so it is certainly not smooth. What am I missing? I would just replace the valve if it was easy to get to so if I could just get this thing to stop leaking that would be great.
I did move the diverter valve around before putting it back together with the water on and there was no position where the water stopped coming out of the tub spigot. It comes out at a good rate on this tub, maybe 1/16 to 1/8 gallon per minute.
I can get more pics or more info if needed.
I do have very hard water which I am sure it part of the problem. Can it be fixed or is the whole valve shot? No leaks when off. Valve turns easy after I put in new seals a year ago. Just leaks when shower is on as you can see below.
THANKS!
I did move the diverter valve around before putting it back together with the water on and there was no position where the water stopped coming out of the tub spigot. It comes out at a good rate on this tub, maybe 1/16 to 1/8 gallon per minute.
I can get more pics or more info if needed.
I do have very hard water which I am sure it part of the problem. Can it be fixed or is the whole valve shot? No leaks when off. Valve turns easy after I put in new seals a year ago. Just leaks when shower is on as you can see below.
THANKS!
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