Michaelco
New Member
I am trying to replace the hose on faucet, and it won't disconnect. I have removed the plastic clip that locks it onto the copper line, but pulling down on the fitting doesn't have much affect. There is a difference in the connector when comparing the replacement hose and the old hose. The replacement has a one piece brass fitting, and this one is either broken, or is a two piece assembly. In any case, the cylinder (or sleeve) which has a slot (that the locking clip engages) is free to slide down (see blue arrow in picture). I don't remember how this was when it was installed 12 years ago, and this may be normal (using tapers to aid the locking of the connection).
There isn't a lot of room, but I tried rotating the hose fitting (just below the blue arrow), with no luck. Tried squirting some vinegar at the top of the fitting in case there was mineral deposits - still no luck. I have thought of using a heat gun, but would need to protect a plastic piece from melting.
Looking for ideas on other things to try.
Thanks in advance.
There isn't a lot of room, but I tried rotating the hose fitting (just below the blue arrow), with no luck. Tried squirting some vinegar at the top of the fitting in case there was mineral deposits - still no luck. I have thought of using a heat gun, but would need to protect a plastic piece from melting.
Looking for ideas on other things to try.
Thanks in advance.