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Originally Posted by massplumber2008

I say patch the wall and then set the toilet... definitely was the toilet gasket or something else leaking at the toilet (like water dripping from the tank to bowl bolts), but not going to be an issue with the water pipe, so seal 'er up and set that toilet!

Good luck

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Hey there, well I've decided to try and breathe new life into this neglected bathroom so I'm going to replace a few things while I'm replacing the toilet. Would anyone know if/how I can remove that secondary outter piece? Or can I just get new faucet handles that go over that? I'm assuming the stem sits within that piece and that's what the handle screws into. I'm just not sure if I can just replace the handles or do I need to replace the stems too? I have no leaks or slow drips so I'm assuming the valves and stems are in good shape. Thanks!

You can replace the knobs or the chrome base or both. That is an older Delta? Remove the knob and the chrome base pulls off. Might have to use some WD40 down the hole and wiggle a bit. I have had to saw the top and break them off but it can be done.

OK but can I replace just the knobs if that outer piece is still attached? It kind of looks like that piece came with the original knobs.

Anyone?

Take the old knob with you to Home Depot, Loews or anywhere close that sells fixtures, and knobs and see how the newer ones compare with yours. What's the brand that you have?

Thx. I don't know the brand. There are no markings anywhere that I can see. I personally think that outer metal piece in the pic needs to come off too.

That is what is called an 8" spread faucet. It has a brass faucet body with separate faucets. Each faucet piece has a base for the stem to screw in, a bonnet nut, a chrome escutcheon that threads over the body and holds it to the sink, a cover cap hides the threads and a handle/knob with a hold down screw and an index button-Hot or cold. You also have washers on this age of faucet-1970's. All of those parts are readily available at HD, Lowe's, Ace or other supply store.

Thanks for the quick response but what I'm really asking is how do I replace all the outside fittings? The escutcheon, the other metal piece and the knobs? I'm looking for a cosmetic update with the least amount of work.