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  • Jun 20, 2010, 05:23 AM
    smtb59
    Leak behind the handle of the shut off valve on toilet
    How do I stop a drip coming from behind the handle of the shut off valve?
  • Jun 20, 2010, 05:55 AM
    speedball1
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    Originally Posted by smtb59 View Post
    How do I stop a drip coming from behind the handle of the shut off valve?
    Easy repair! You have a bonnet packing nut leak. Open the stop until it
    Starts to leak. Now simply snug up the nut until it stops leaking.

    Do not overtighten Good luck, Tom

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