www.how-to-home.com In this video, i show you how to repair a 2 handle, 1/4 turn Delta bathroom faucet that is leaking from the handle. This uses Delta Part # RP25513.
Thanks for this video! Same comments as a bunch of folk here (non-plumber, procrastination, etc.). Appreciated your time taking the mystery out of the leak and making the fix easy to copy.
Good news folks! I kept spraying oil into the screw hole, wiggling, and applying some force at times, the damn handle finally came off. Also, a little bit of mental attitude of refusing defeat is crucial to get the job done. Don't ever give up!!
Thank you so much for this video! I spent more time worrying that I would have to call (and pay for!) a plumber than I did fixing this. $15 for the part and 5 minutes of my time to fix it. Awesome!
I'm so glad I found this video! My faucet just started leaking at the handle, and I had no idea what to do. Thank you so much for this tutorial and for posting the Delta part #. I was able to to quickly fix my faucet quickly.
Very Appreciative of your video instruction!! As a 55 yr. old-non-plumber-homeowner, my faucet experience ranges from the 1920's through the 1970's design of faucets. This cartridge is a new experience for me, and my wife will be pleased I have fixed it. I lucked out in that I merely disassembled the unit as you did, re-installed the same cartridge and...the leak stopped!
THANK YOU. I did this a few years ago and it leaked again a couple of days ago. I guess it's time to replace that part again. Good thing I bought two of that part! Your video is a money saver!
Helpful video, thanks. A heads up - to fix a leaky base all that really needed to be replaced, rather than the $15 stem assembly, was the 2 O-rings. Small o-ring #83 for the stem and larger o-ring #67 for the body. About $2.50 each for a 10 pack. Some plumbers grease is always useful for smooth re-assembly. And, as Kirby mentioned - replacing the valve seat cup and spring at the same time is a good idea.
Awesome. I was gonna take the assembly to the store to match it and buy a new one, but found this comment and just got the 2 O-ring packs. Works like a charm! I replaced all of them, though only the large O-rings #67 looked scuffed.
Props to RJ The Bike Guy for this video. I, too, only replaced the o-rings (as Kermit Kinne so accurately described them as o-ring #83 and and o-ring #67) and the handle leak is now gone. Without the video, though, I wouldn't have known where to begin. In my case, only the hot handle was leaking. Nonetheless, I replaced both the o-rings in both the hot and cold handles. I ran to Home Depot and bought a 10 pack of both #83 and #67. Each 10 pack cost me 2.48 each. Total price: $4.96...with tax in my locale: $5.39. Thank you, RJ and Kermit! PS: the smaller o-ring (#83) is not as easy to see as the bigger o-ring (#67). The smaller o-ring is found on the "stem" between the "two main pieces" of "RP25513".
I have the exact sink and hot water leaky handle. I had rolled up my sleeves to look into this today,darn handle won't come off. I am going to try your suggestion of oil and hopefully that'll work. Thanks for the part number as well,saved such a headache tracking it down. Great job! Now come over and replace all 4 of mine.
This video was right on time, I've had a leak for A while. Pulled up and watch your video went down to Lowe's pick up the part it's working fine. happy wife happy life thank you for sharing this video God bless!
Thank you very much. Cost me $17 at Home Depot for the valve and then I had to buy separately the spring and rubber. This saved me a lot of money doing it myself vs calling in a plumber.
Really helpful info on the specs for the part and tool. I would add an extractor tool to the equation, it tool me 20 min to get the handle off. Leak appeared after 20 years. Thanks for the vid
If you have the tiny screw out, squirt penetrating oil into the screw hole if you can. Keep spraying and wiggling the handle. Let the oil work it's way in. You might also try blowing a hair dryer onto the handle to see if that helps loosen it up a little bit. PB Blaster makes some really good penetrating oil. Let me know how it goes.
Thank u. I was able to do it by following your video. The only difference was my handles detach and inside of there is the allen screw. I removed that and everything else was like your video. You're a lifesaver!
Thanks for the guide, this is the same exact faucet I have. The builder didn't put set screws in my faucet handles, it appears they just left them out. LOL didn't need them anyway it was insanely difficult even with the oil to get these off. I tried gentle and had to give up on that and basically grip it as hard as I could and jerk it up and down till it gave up. At this point I had resigned myself to the fact that if it broke.. who cared :)
Thank you for this vid sir! I just solved the issue I was having with the same faucet for over a year with this vid. You even posted the part# Lol! Awesome!!! Merry Christmas!!!
The screws are definitely set into the hole. Maybe a couple millimeters? Get some penetrating oil in there, and let it sit. You may need to do multiple applications, and tap on the screw some to get it loose. Good luck!
I haven't accomplished this yet but tomorrow when Uncle SAM let's me take a lunch break I'll head over to Lowe's and handle this light work. Thanks for the vid. We have the same sink!
Chris Oubre hello, did the screw actually come all the way out of the handle? I’m using the exact 3/32 Allen wrench he recommended but it doesn’t feel like anything is turning inside the handle.
Kristen Slayton it was stuck and I had to make a decision. Either give up or risk snapping the screw/wrench. I figured the facet was unusable anyway so I went for it. Eventually it yielded with a scary snap! But no damage. Maybe try a lubricant.
To the guy who had the problem removing the handle after the hex screrw was out: I had the same issue., I squirted a little penetrating oil into the screw hole. Then I wiggled the handle around a lot while applying upward pressure. The handle came off after a bit.
Hey RJ! Nice video but I was wondering if you could help me with another problem; I have this exact problem but also the water leaks under the sink when the hot water is turned on, any ideas?
I like the video. The screws holding the handle on are super tight. Even after using WD-40. I'm going to get a longer allen key so I can get better torque on it. Be back in a little bit.....
Do you think that simply replacing the O-ring might stop the leak? If the rest of the valve is functioning correctly, if seems the leak is coming from around the O-ring. Just a thought.
I know this is 3 yrs old but incase someone comes along I figured i would tell them that YES, if the water is slowly leaking out around the faucet handle (not dripping out of the faucet head) then replacing that large o-ring will fix it. The entire assembly needs to be replaced if the faucet is dripping into the sink non-stop. Hope this helps someone in the future.
I can't get the head to stop dripping. I replaced the seat ring and spring and the #40 O ring on the body of the stem. Entire assembly you say? How much is an entire faucet for a basic bathroom?
I was wondering if that part number is standard for bathroom and kitchen faucets. I have the exact type of faucet as in this vid but it's a kitchen style faucet, 1/4 turn double handle...shyflirt1??
hi I have a older tub and shower single handle. I have a repair kit.# 70 stainless ball. part # 86970. didn't turn off water first,parts went flying, not sure how is goes back together. can you help?
When I removed the valve and spring/gasket, I noticed that water is ever so slowly coming up from the spring hole. Would that mean I need to replace the shut off valve below the sink?
I got delta widespread series from 2006, is the allen wrench also 3/32? also for delta showerhead what's the size for the allen wrench? tahnks for the helpful vid
My faucet is Delta as well and issue I'm having is exactly what is described in this video. It leaks water from underneath when you open the water. It doesn't leak when the handle us closed..
How deep is the screw set into the handle? I'm replacing the washer for the first time and it almost looks corroded, and I think either the set screw is missing but the handle's stuck on, or the threads have been worn off, because it's not budging.
I replaced this part like in the video. I changed this part on the hot water side that was leaking, but now I have a dripping faucet. Any ideas on what is wrong?
Can I turn the water off to the house instead of under the sink to do this job? Shut off under the sink is a little seized and don't want to force it. Thanks
I need your advice on removing the handle on a single handle Valley Kitchen Faucet. The set screw is located on the back of the faucet and there is only 2" between the faucet and the wall. The set screw is stripped. I tried multiple applications of Liquid Wrench. The 1/8" inch allen wrench just spins. I tried the cleanser trick and the rubber band technique. Nothing works. I am a senior lady and have used up my repair budget on another problem. The faucet drips a bit at all times but the drip increases when the shower or washing machine is in use. I am afraid to turn on the water at the kitchen sink and am filling up gallon water bottles at the hose bib. I have replacement parts for the faucet including a new handle.
First, make sure you are using the correct size wrench. If you are using too small a wrench, it will spin. If you are using too large a wrench, it won't go in, and it will spin. It could be SAE, it could be metric. Once you know you are using the right wrench, you might just have to play with it and see what might work. It that tight of space, options are limited.
RJ The Bike Guy It is the right size wrench. It comes with the repair kit. Thanks for taking the time to respond. I have worked with it and looked at it with a dental mirror. The nut is rounded (stripped).
beahaven Sometimes, with those Allen screws that are stripped, you can press a small screwdriver into the spot where the wrench would normally go (just kinda wedge it in there) and get it out that way. I understand that you only have 2" to work with but the alternative would be removing the whole faucet set and drilling out the screw. Since most Allen screws are hardened and the faucet handle probably brass, it takes a steady hand to accomplish the task.
This is the 2nd time i have had to replace this part. Wondering if anyone has ever had a problem with the o-ring/seat that this part sits on? If you look after taking it out down in the hole where this part sits you can see the o-ring (1 of 3 I see) This seat or o-ring is the only one that will not be replaced by this part so keep that in mind if replacing this part does not fix it. I am supposing if not the faucet itself will have to be replaced. And since this is my 2nd time I am going to buy this part again but I am betting i still may have a leak? Anyone?
I had no problem removing the screw, but that handle ... I called Delta, they said not to use oil, use 75%white vinegar & 25% water solution, they said it would eat the buildup inside the handle and it would come off. Well, it didn't!!
My faucet handle won't come off. Very frustrating. I took the screw out and have been squirting WD-40 all around the handle like you said for an hour. Any more suggestions? I've been trying to pry it up, tapping it, everything I can think of to loosen it but no luck so far.
Mine neither - just have to keep prying (and maybe try that liquid wrench) with a thin screwdriver and hitting it up like a chisel with the palm of your hand and move it all around that groove of the handle, until it comes off.
edibadork have to use force. Took me about 5 mins to wiggle mine off. I was scared something was wrong or I didn’t unscrew a hidden screw but nope. Just very stubborn and rusty. I used a flat head to help get it off.
This is totally gross! I can see inside now. I just want to break it off. That allen screw is really small. I don't think I have that size...What a little headache this is!!!!
Great video. One question if i may... I followed your video, but how come handle is very tight when I turn on/off. What did I do wrong? Thank you in advance. :)
I am not sure. Take it apart, make sure there is no debris down in the hole, and try putting it together again. It also could be the part itself is stiff.
Could also be that the nut is too tight. Loosen it slightly, and thy again. Be observant of any leaks. Another couple of tips: 1) Use Vaseline on the O-ring if it is not already on there. 2) Once you have the insert in and the nut tightened, turn the water supply on and turn the handle to flow water. Remove the handle and ensure that there are no leaks prior to tightening the 3/32 allen screw. :-) Hope this helps!
I just replaced mine. The O rings are nearly half the price anyway. $9.97 out the door for the cartridge at home depot. The new cartridge fully opens though. No more halfway turn cartridges.
To Ricky Elorde: You have to remove the 1/4 turn plastic piece from the original unit and place it in the replacement one, then you will have normal operation.
