Moen bathtub single handle stuck

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Moen bathtub single handle stuck

Author: exist (IL)

Hello,

I tried to pull a Moen single handle off so that I can replace the cartridge (leaky faucet). The handle is the type you rotate to turn on and control the temp (not the pull handle). Unlike the newer handles, this one doesn't have a hex screw on its side but rather has a single long phillips screw in front of the handle, right in the center. Even after taking the screw out, the handle feels like its bolted on (not saying it is, but it is just really stuck on there). I was wondering if there is anything that may help prying the handle off?

Thank you

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Re: Moen bathtub single handle stuck
Author: steve (CA) A handle puller.
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Re: Moen bathtub single handle stuck
Author: srloren (CA) There is a brass clip that must be pulled up too release the cartridge. Go online there are videos you can view.
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Re: Moen bathtub single handle stuck
Author: hj (AZ) first he has to get the handle off. Which is what he is trying to do and asking questions as to how to do it. Edited 2 times.
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Re: Moen bathtub single handle stuck
Author: Paul48 (CT) After the handle is off, that's usually when the fun starts.
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Re: Moen bathtub single handle stuck
Author: packy (MA) yeah, with moen cartridges, removing the handle is the easy part.
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