View Full Version : Bathtub cold water stem keeps turning when shutting off
Alienq
Nov 25, 2011, 09:27 PM
New stem and seals. Faucet keeps dripping. How do I get it to stop turning?
speedball1
Nov 26, 2011, 06:41 AM
Faucet keeps dripping.When you had the valve apart did you run your finger nail around the seat to check for nicks or rough spots? Back to you, Tom
Alienq
Nov 26, 2011, 09:11 AM
It is a bit rough. Is there something that should keep the seat from turning recessed back in the pipe like a ball catch or something?
speedball1
Nov 26, 2011, 09:52 AM
A rough or nicked seat will not only leak but will also tear up as new washer.
Is there something that should keep the seat from turning The seat should not be turning at all. It has threads and screws into the valve body. Replace the seat to stop the drip. Good luck, Tom
Alienq
Nov 26, 2011, 09:55 AM
Thanks, will do