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Waterbully
Jan 26, 2014, 01:30 PM
I have a leaky compression water valve at my toilet.
1/2 copper pipe
Existing value is the compression & screw type valve.
House is 14 yrs old
Contractor used the cheapest of everything when built.

When changing my leaky compression valve and to make this as simple as possible can I use the old compression ring and nut, if it fits?
I do want a quality install.

Or do you recommend that all new valve parts be installed?

Any compromise?

hkstroud
Jan 26, 2014, 03:09 PM
The old nut an compression ring should work with out problem.
To remove old compression ring you will need a faucet and compression ring puller.

ma0641
Jan 26, 2014, 03:59 PM
When I reuse, I smear a very little skim of plumbers grease on the ring, seals every time.