Ask Experts Questions for FREE Help !
Ask
    Smagma's Avatar
    Smagma Posts: 4, Reputation: 1
    New Member
    		  
    #1

    Nov 19, 2005, 07:01 AM
    Shower diverter?
    When I turn on the water, then go to turn the faucet (wall type diverter with spring) for the shower, the water still comes out of the spout and just about half of the water comes out of the shower head. I have already replaced the diverter with a new one (much stronger spring as the old spring was broke and worn), about 30 bucks, no change. I have lived in the home for about 20 years and don't know how long it was there before that. It is the valve in the wall type as previously mentioned with the cold and h/w faucets to each side. Can't tell you the make, because I don't know. What is my next step... would it be the valve in the wall that the tapered end fits into is worn beyond repair?

    Any help would be appreciated. Thanking you in advance.
    speedball1's Avatar
    speedball1 Posts: 29,301, Reputation: 1939
    Eternal Plumber
    		  
    #2

    Nov 19, 2005, 08:20 AM
    It would help a lot if we knew the brand name of the valve.
    Smagma's Avatar
    Smagma Posts: 4, Reputation: 1
    New Member
    		  
    #3

    Nov 19, 2005, 01:38 PM
    After some more digging and chatting, I have discovered that it is in fact a GALTMASTER, made in Canada eh.
    speedball1's Avatar
    speedball1 Posts: 29,301, Reputation: 1939
    Eternal Plumber
    		  
    #4

    Nov 20, 2005, 07:41 AM
    WhileI was able to bring up Galtmaster ( 1933/1969) replacement stem and washer assemblies I wasn't able to pull up any exploded views of the valve. Have you completely cleaned the seat the dtverter uses? It sounds like the diverter flap isn't seating and tha's caused by a build up of crud on the seat.
    Go back and check that it's seating correctly. Good luck, Tom
    Smagma's Avatar
    Smagma Posts: 4, Reputation: 1
    New Member
    		  
    #5

    Nov 20, 2005, 08:41 PM
    I pulled it apart again, used my fingers and a flash light and everything is clean, there is no debris in the valve (behind the diverters stem that turns) area itself. There is nothing else that comes out for me to check. Any other ideas? :confused:
    speedball1's Avatar
    speedball1 Posts: 29,301, Reputation: 1939
    Eternal Plumber
    		  
    #6

    Nov 21, 2005, 11:54 AM
    Sorry, If I can't pull the specs on a valve I would have to be on site to help.
    I simply don't how the diverter assembly's set up in your valve. You have my apologies. Tom
    Smagma's Avatar
    Smagma Posts: 4, Reputation: 1
    New Member
    		  
    #7

    Nov 21, 2005, 01:18 PM
    NP. Thanks anyway...
Not your question? Ask your question View similar questions
 

Question Tools Search this Question
Search this Question:

Advanced Search

Add your answer here.


Check out some similar questions!

Shower diverter [ 4 Answers ]

A plumbing problem that we can't seem to get a grip on: When we turn the shower knob, the water still runs out of the tub spout. There was initially a piece missing (black rubber gasket type fitting) from the back of the diverter assembly, but now that this piece has been added the assembly either...

Shower diverter [ 1 Answers ]

Jayhawk New Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Speedball: I did as you suggested, took out the valves and flushed the shower mixer/diverter. Pressure was very good and some of the lime and calcium came out. I cleaned up the valves with vinegar and put them back in place. Turned on the water and...

Shower diverter [ 5 Answers ]

I moved into an older home (30 yrs old) and found that the bathtub and shower would both expel water... I replaced the diverter stem and still have problem. I checked for debris and trash but still can't solve problem. I am beginning to think I replaced the stem, but that previous owner used...

Shower diverter [ 3 Answers ]

I replaced the shower diverter and seat due the shower and tub running at the same time and I still have the same problem. I have taken out the diverter numerous times and don't see anything wrong with it. ANy help would be appreciated. Oh, it is a sasco valve with a separate hot, cold and diverter...

Shower diverter [ 6 Answers ]

Having trouble with the shower. More water coming out of faucets than the shower. We replaced the diverter but this did not help. Any other ideas. Thanks Jo D.

View more questions Search