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    Nov 29, 2007, 07:50 AM
    Bathtub spigot
    How do you replace a leaking tub spigot that sticks throughn the wall?
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    Nov 29, 2007, 08:17 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by bandit85
    How do you replace a leaking tub spigot that sticks throughn the wall?
    There are two types of tub spouts. One is a metal one that threads on,(see image) and the other is a chrome over plastic "slip fit" spout,(see image). Which one do you have? Back to you, Tom
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    Nov 29, 2007, 08:33 AM
    Tom, do you have a pic of the slip fit so the poster can see the set screw?
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    Nov 29, 2007, 02:34 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by ballengerb1
    Tom, do you have a pic of the slip fit so the poster can see the set screw?
    The set screw is located under the square hole under the spout in the rear. Regards, Tom,
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