Fix A Leaking Single Handle Bathtub Faucet / Kohler Faucet Repair 

Although I used the old balancer model in this video, please make sure you get the updated balancer, amzn.to/2YG6kCl, or the leak might come back. The kit with the updated mixer and balancer is also available, amzn.to/3dEsklf. It's also very important to lub the O rings. If you don't lub the O there;s a greater change for a leak again especially with the older balancer. You will need a Waterproof Silicone Faucet Grease, amzn.to/3cMb6Tx. The kit will come with a little grease capsule. Note that it's my opinion that kholer has had a lot of issues with the old balancer, GP500520. I originally used it in this video and then replaced with the new model, amzn.to/2YG6kCl,, after the leak returned. The instruction in this video remain the same for the new parts. After the leak returned on the new install I used the metal O collar on top of the mixer's metal bracket, but this might be optional. Also be careful with the the longer screws as they can get stripped and caught on the metal bracket attached to the mixer. You can take a drill and widen the smaller holes a bit to make sure this doesn't happen. Amazon 30 day FREE Trial - amzn.to/2ItA9Ar

Thanks buddy, you saved me $400

Thank you for the video. I was able to fix my leaky shower without a single issue. Kohler even sent me a replacement for all the parts I needed. Much appreciated 👏👏

Thank you 🎉. Every video shows a cartridge. This is what I needed!!!!

Thanks, any sort of plumbing issues and my heart is in my throat. You gave me the confidence to go ahead and complete the job.....successfully!

This was the only video of a dozen I watched that addressed the plate issue at the end. He’s right - use the plate and not the ring. Everything worked out. Thank you.

This is a really helpful video tutorial. Thank you so much for doing this. I was able to do this without a hitch. I would never have had the courage to tackle a plumbing task like this without your instructions.

Perfect. Exactly what I needed. Thank you.

Thank you for putting up this DIY tutorial video. I am waiting for the exact parts and will be doing this soon.

Thanks a lot for the informative video. Pretty straight forward after having taken this lesson!

Just wanted to say thanks for the video. I bought the parts at a plumbing supply store but the instructions were confusing. Also, there was a metal ring that was in the original part. I was having trouble getting it screwed back in. You correctly pointed out that the new metal bracket replaced that part. HUGE help. 👊

Thank you for sharing this video. I believe I have the same model but a different trim. I received a replacement combo mixer kit from Kohler this week and hope to be able to replace it like you showed here. I'm not that handy but I'll try. Thanks again

Thank you sir, you forgot to mention the little screw with the square tip removal, shower STOP DRIPPING!😎

This is why I love love love kohler and pfister valves they are held with 4 screws and easy to pull out unlike the delta one where the bonnet nut could get stuck.

Thank you... really helped a bunch, especially the part numbers!!!

Thank you !! My shower was leaking for months! I searched a bunch of videos and yours was the easiest to understand:) Much appreciated.

Just a note on the metal plate, old one is not threaded for trim plate. Trim has two sets of threads to hit if you use the new one. This can mess up the threads on trim screws. Thank you for this video!

thanks ! you did the good job , solve my problem .

Just FYI - I just replaced the four O-rings before spending the money for the new mixer/balancer and the problem was solved. But thanks for the tutorial!

Thank you. Big help 👍

You just saved me some 💰 ! Thanks brother!

Great easy video

Great video. Very detailed. Thanks a lot!

Dude...you saved my life.

Nice video!

Thanks ! great vid and great help, I appreciate it !! had a hard time re-inserting the long screws, I thought i was crossthreding them , but it went well.....not leaking anymore

Thank you so much for saving me a lot of $$$$ and time.

My kohler k304 mixing valve got some weird symptoms. I don't notice the shower head constantly dripping, but I do notice a water leak creeping under the adjacent drywall, when I run the shower lately. Thought it was the shower pan (fiberglass developed a crack, I resealed it and eliminated that variable). The temperature control has had a mind of its own, for months though. Sometimes id have to really crank the valve almost 90% to command hot water delivery, then step it back to 50%, then the temp would finally acclimate to what I like (how it ran as a new installation!) Used to command 50% off the bat, and water temp was great. So, between these two issues, I am hoping the two parts in your video, get me on track. I have a bulk o-ring kit and plenty of silicone lube (auto tech by trade).

Excellent thanks

Thank you!

Thanks very much.

Thanks for the video. I just did this today and had a small leak. I had to tighten the valve side screws up, I was afraid I'd over tighten at first.

Good video. QUESTION: are the retainer screws holding the mixer to the valve SS? If no u could have a magnetic driver to help avoid losing small screws in wall.

This little ru-vid.comUgkxVoi3B4CB6Oygq1-vo4OTL1M_M5JkrXif tub works perfect in our 6 x 6 shower and is easy to get in and out. Also easy to drain.

I got a question I have two springs and two washers I have no clue where the go to this I took my old one out similar to the one in your video here but my shower keeps running on full when I turn my water on but the knob doesn’t cut the shower off or anything ?

idk if you will see this but this was the only video i could find that was the exact parts as my shower. it worked perfectly for my shower/tub combo! no more drip! i got the same parts for my stand up shower (same exact handle) and after replacing and when i turn the water back on water comes full blast out of the shower head. turning the knob does nothing. idk what i did wrong 😩 if anyone can help i would appreciate it!

Great video.. I have replaced all the parts inside as the shower head was leaking and had some water temp mixing issues... However the shower head still has a very slow drip.. maybe 1 every few minutes. I have not used this shower since I replaced. Any ideas?? Maybe something not set right with o rings or something else not perfectly lined up.. or something with the brass body itself?? thx

Thanks for the great video. My tub faucet is leaking. I got stuck at taking out the cartridge. It got stuck so tight and doesn’t come off. Any suggestion how to take it off?

Awesome video!! Did it myself, as yours mine had all the orings in good conditions; i did not change the balancer and i still get drops on the faucet🤷‍♂️... What you think it could be happening.. dont thing it could be, but i did not lube the orings could that be?? You think if balancer is bad its going to keep leaking on the faucet?? Even if the vaulve is new??? Thanks🙏

Hi thanks for the great video. I know nothing about plumbing and I have a question. Does this fix the leak for the shower head as well or just the shower faucet?

Can you let me know what valve trim that is? Looks really nice

Removed the mixer and balancer and I notice a steady stream of water leaking out of the inside hole on the left from the wall. ???

This is an excellent video. I was excited to do the repair but I am unable to remove the handle. I simply cannot get it unscrewed. I’ve tried a strap wrench, and my Knipex channel lock pliers with some rubber on the jaws to protect the finish. The shower I am working on has the Kohler Finial Traditional trim, K-T313. There are no set screws or other fasteners holding the handle in place. Part of the difficulty is that the handle base is cone-shaped with a fairly acute angle, so it is difficult to get a grip on it. If you have any suggestions, I would appreciate the help.

I removed the collar and also the screws on the mixer but cannot pull out the mixer...it is stuck hard. Afraid I am going to break something. it looked so easy when you did it.

Do you have the model number for the entire set (shower head, valve, handle, stopper, etc. )? I got the set a few years ago but cannot find the model now. I would like to by a second set for another bathroom.

There are shut off valved inside the wall on the sides of the valve. See the openings on the sides of the bracket? Whoever cut the marble didnt leave enough room to access the valves. A proper marble installation will allow access to the valves

I’ve noticed that you changed the thing where you put the handle from the circle one to the square how did you do it ?

In my case, I have no pressure after installing the GP77759 mixer and GP800820 balancer. I reinstalled 2 times, same result. Water is not coming out.

my red ring thing is closer to like 11:00 position. i expect this is why i get hot water first instead of cold?

Are kohler balancers and mixers same on all kohler models ?