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    CycloneJ Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    May 21, 2008, 08:35 PM
    Shower/Tub Faucet
    Just moved into a 20 yr home & went to use the master bath/tub when I noticed low pressure from the shower-head. There's a pull up/down lever on the tub faucet to activate the shower but when it's in the 'up' position the shower has a low-steady stream at best but the tub flow is on as well when it should be diverted 100% pressure to the shower-head. The same occurs when I used the alternate shower/tub... Should I remove the shower-head on both assuming there might be dirt/debris buildup, do the faucets require replacing or is it a plumbing/pipe issue?
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    May 22, 2008, 03:19 AM
    Hey Cyclonej:

    YUP! Start at the shower head... there is probably a volume reducing washer in the shower head that can be removed by reaching in with a pair of needlenose pliers or similar and pulling it out.

    Reinstall head and see if that improves things... let us know... MARK
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