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    Nov 30, 2007, 09:12 AM
    Stem for hot water
    When you replace the stem for the hot water, do you have to use a sealer or what?

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    Nov 30, 2007, 09:54 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by kuloass
    When you replace the stem for the hot water, do you have to use a sealer or what?

    Thanks
    No, Just don't overtighten the bonnet packing nut to the point that it makes turning the handle too hard. Good luck, Tom

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