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Thank you for the response. I’m going to check that today to see.

Thank you! The drop from the valve to the nipple is 1/2” galvanized as is the spout. There is a coupling and an elbow and that’s it. Initially it was PEX and though it has improved (only water leaks on cold vs all the time) it’s still less than ideal. do you guys see an issue with the...

Hi. Odd one (to me at least) but I’m working installing a delta tub and shower. The valve is a multi choice temperature only type and I’m seeing low tub spout pressure and then when I move temperature down, shower head leaks. Anybody seen this before? Something with the cartridge? ive...

Hi, At a frustrating standstill trying to complete month’s long remodel. Worked with a friend to install a shower and bath but missed the very obvious direction to not use PEX for the drop to the Spout. Shower and bath simultaneously running was my clue to this issue. Also very low flow...

Dang! I really wish I would have watched that video to start, Terry. Thank you for sending!

Thank you all for the really helpful responses on this. A great point on the wax ring settling and this allowing for the bolts to loosen. I was pretty conservative to start with tightening the bolts and didn’t overtorque because of the instructions on the toilet and risk of cracking. I assume...

Hi all, Wrapping up a complete bathroom remodel and am now putting in a toilet. I have never replaced a toilet so that my background on the matter. At any rate, I used a regular old wax ring after a misadventure with a ‘perfect’ seal and have the toilet set, I think. There was a little...

Hi all, Wrapping up a complete bathroom remodel and am now putting in a toilet. I have never replaced a toilet so that my background on the matter. At any rate, I used a regular old wax ring after a misadventure with a ‘perfect’ seal and have the toilet set, I think. There was a little...