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tub spout problem
Author: susyQ (Canada) I removed my old tubspout and have the new one to install. CAn anyone tell me how to get this piece off that remains. Thanks so much! [postimg.cc] Edited 1 times.
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Author: packy (MA) i'm not familiar with that one. in fact an internet search of "tub spout adapters" does not show it ???? the vast majority of similar adapters all screw into or over a fitting. yours is strange because it slips over copper tube. is there a set screw on the very bottom?
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Author: susyQ (Canada) Thank you for your reply! There is no set screw. This part was inside the old tub spout and I can see a similar piece inside the new tub spout. Just not sure how to get it off as I don't want to damage anything. I don't know if the caulking is a factor in keeping it stuck. MAybe I will remove that and then apply some wd40??
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Author: bernabeu (SC) Sounds like a plan. Remove the caulk, gently try to twist off while pulling using channel-lock pliers. (use plumbers putty, not caulk, for the new spout) ============================================== "Measure Twice & Cut Once" - Retired U.A. Local 1 & 638
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Author: susyQ (Canada) Thanks! I appreciate all the help. Would you use WD40?
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Re: tub spout problem
Author: susyQ (Canada) Success! Finally had to use a hacksaw to remove that piece but the new tub spout slipped on and works beautifully. Thanks everyone. Edited 1 times.
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