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Jadnashua, It only leaks in the on position. Before attempting repacking the stem I was thinking of some plumbers waterproof grease on the stem and stem threads. It's not a large leak, just a drip so maybe this will be enough. Thanks for your reply, kecorry

Verdeboy, I think the valve stem was partially open, I don't like turning the valve in with the seat closed. The packing nut was still tight, but I loosened and re-tightened it and the drip stopped for a few seconds, but started again. I could try some teflon tape on the stem threads...

I have an older speakman two stem tub assembly that has a leak along one of the stems. I tried repacking the old assembly and I still had a drip coming out along the stem. I purchased a new stem assembly and I still have a drip coming out along the stem. My question is - should I be...