loose tub spout

[suzyfitz]

I'm new here. I'm reinstalling a Kohler tub spout that slips onto the copper pipe and has a hex screw to tighten. When I removed it I scored the pipe, making a pretty deep groove by twisting the faucet trying to get it off. Also, when it came off the white washer and black o-ring came off. Have I broken it? Water leaks at the wall. Any suggestions on how to make it water tight?

 

[Terry]

If you don't have the rubber seal, you may want to get a new "slip spout"

It may seal with the new o-ring, if not maybe some silicone will help with the seal.

 

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[hj]

spout

If you scored the tubing in the area where the "O" ring seals then you probably have ruined it and will need a screw on spout with a threaded adapter soldered to the tubing.

 

[LonnythePlumber]

File and Sand

You can file out scratches if you haven't indented the pipe. You should be able to reassemble the o ring and white insert.