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  • Dec 14, 2010, 08:49 PM
    tjbl00
    Low water pressure in bathtub only hot or cold sink and toilet work fine
    My bathtub/shower has low water pressure all others are fine in house even the sink in the same bathroom has good pressure.
    I removed shower head and knobs. Pressure is still low coming out of copper that stick through walls?
  • Dec 15, 2010, 06:17 AM
    speedball1

    What brand is your shower valve? One handle or three knobs? About how old? Back to you, Tom
  • Dec 15, 2010, 11:45 AM
    tjbl00
    Its three years old, american standered threre are two knobs, a spikgot, and a shower head
  • Dec 15, 2010, 12:25 PM
    ballengerb1

    Is your pressure equally bad for both cold and hot? Usually one or the other is strong, most frequently the cold
  • Dec 15, 2010, 12:41 PM
    tjbl00
    Same pressure with both hot and cold on
  • Dec 15, 2010, 01:33 PM
    ballengerb1

    When did this start? Has any other plumbing work been done around that time?
  • Dec 15, 2010, 01:40 PM
    tjbl00
    Its never been great since I built the house. Its gotten worse over the past year or so
  • Dec 15, 2010, 03:24 PM
    ballengerb1

    If the shower head is as bad as the spigot I'd suugest taking the mixer apart. There are many American Standard mixer with shower diverter. American Standard, Shower & Tub Diverters at PlumberSurplus.com If we can pin it down I can tell you how to pull the cartridge to clean and hgrease it.
  • Dec 16, 2010, 02:28 PM
    tjbl00
    Not sure if this helps or not but this is the make and model num.


    Specs:ADA Compliant : No
    Assembled Depth (in.) : 7.00 in
    Assembled Height (in.) : 3.18 in
    Assembled Width (in.) : 7.67 in
    Bath Faucet Type : Combo Tub & Shower
    Built-in Water Filter : No
    Ceramic disk valves : Yes
    Collection Name : Cadet
    Color/Finish : Chrome
    Color/Finish Family : Chrome
    Connection Size : 1/2" IPS
    Diverter type : 1 way
    Faucet type : Bath Faucet
    Flow rate (gallons per minute) : 2.5
    Handle type : Lever
    Handles included : Yes
    Integral stops : No

    Item Weight : 4.5 lb

    Number of Spray Settings : 2
    Plug Included : No
    Required rough-in valve included : Yes
    Showerhead face diameter (in.) : 2
    Showerhead type : Fixed mount
    Spout Reach (in.) : 4.75 in
    Style : Transitional

    This American Standard Cadet Double-Handle Tub and Shower Faucet in Chrome features traditional styling with a focus on practicality and function. The classic design easily blends in with existing bathroom features. The polished chrome finish won't tarnish, scratch or peel. Washerless drip-free ceramic disc valves help maintain smooth operation.

    2-handle design features a lever for hot water and a lever for cold water
    Washerless drip-free ceramic disc cartridge for smooth operation and long life
    2-function showerhead allows you to customize your shower experience
    Chrome finish looks neat and clean
    Finish won't peel, scratch or tarnish
    Designed with soft lines and curves for simple elegance
    Classic styling easily blends with existing bathroom features
    Showerhead maximum flow rate of 2.5 gallons per minute for efficient cleaning
    1/2 in. connection type
    1-way diverter
    MFG Brand Name : American Standard
    MFG Model # : 3275
    MFG Part # : 3275


  • Dec 16, 2010, 03:26 PM
    ballengerb1

    So this is your valve Shop for American Standard Cadet Double-Handle Tub and Shower from The Home Depot right? No cartridge on this model so you need to shut down your main supply, bleed off the water pressure and disassemble the stem

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