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    Aug 28, 2008, 12:24 PM
    Does a Leaky valve = Replacement?
    I just finished installing a new sink with a new faucet, and now, every time I turn on the cold water valve, it leaks like crazy.

    When I started the project, it was very tight and now it's easy to hand-turn. Since it leaks like this, should I replace it, or is there something that just needs tightening?
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    Aug 28, 2008, 12:41 PM
    1flypilot:

    I'm thinking the packing nut may be leaking at the shutoff.

    Start by tightening the packing nut (behind handle) a 1/2 turn or so and see if that helps... see picture below.

    Let me know if this is it or not.. ok?

    MARK
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