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    Jan 12, 2013, 06:26 PM
    Kitchen faucet cold side won't tirn off all the wsy.
    I have a two knob faucet and the cold side won't turn off completely. I have a small looks like Allen screw in side of faucet but I can't get it to turn. How can I stop it?
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    Jan 12, 2013, 09:37 PM
    Two handles tells me that its likely a faucet with washers. Once a washer cracks or gets brittle is can leak, bad brass seat is also high on the list. Do you know how to reseat a valve or replace the washer? HowStuffWorks "How To Repair a Faucet Valve Seat"
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