View Full Version : Tub/Shower Diverter Replacement
TyAskMe
Dec 28, 2006, 04:04 PM
So I removed our old Tub/Shower Diverter because more water would still leak out of the faucet instead of coming out of the shower head.
Lo and behold, when I removed it, I found the copper pipe wasn't threaded at the end but the replacement one I bought at Home Depot requires it.
Since I'm unfamiliar with the proper terminology, I don't even know what to search for on the internet to find the type of Diverter I actually need so I hoping someone can just tell me what kind of Shower Diverter I need.
Much appreciated!
Ty
speedball1
Dec 28, 2006, 04:57 PM
Are we talking about a shower valve with a diverter or a diverter spout? If a spout then you have purchased the wrong spout. Ask for a slip on diverter spout. Good luck, Tom
TyAskMe
Dec 29, 2006, 12:39 AM
Are we talking about a shower valve with a diverter or a diverter spout? If a spout then you have purchased the wrong spout. Ask for a slip on diverter spout. good luck, Tom
Uh, not 100% sure to be honest.
It's the main spout in the tub. You pull the little diverter handle up and then the water comes out at the top (i.e. the shower head). Otherwise it flows out and is used to fill the tub.
So I guess it's a diverter spout?
Tks again!
Ty
speedball1
Dec 29, 2006, 08:04 AM
Take your threaded spout back and ask for a "slip on diverter spout". It's a good idea to take sand cloth and smooth of any burrs or rough edges on the copper pipe before installing the spout so that the "O" ring's not damaged.
Good luck, Tom
TyAskMe
Dec 30, 2006, 03:20 AM
Take your threaded spout back and ask for a "slip on diverter spout". It's a good idea to take sand cloth and smooth of any burrs or rough edges on the copper pipe before installing the spout so that the "O" ring's not damaged.
Good luck, Tom
Thanks a ton! Now that I know the proper terminology, I can actually go out and get one!