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    RancherGuy Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Nov 13, 2009, 10:31 PM
    Removing a Moen Cartridge

    I had the same problem with two units in my home. One was very stubborn, the other extremely stubborn. On the brass shaft, I added a washer that covered the brass body, then lots of washers until there were more than the shaft could hold (about 1/4" more). Finally added a washer that was large enough for the screw but smaller than the screw head. I added the screw and screwed it down until the cartridge moved, then adjusted the washer setup until the cartridge was out as far as the washers would allow. I finally worked on the cartridge with pliers until it came out.
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    speedball1 Posts: 29,301, Reputation: 1939
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    Nov 14, 2009, 07:10 AM
    The reason Moen cartridges are sometimes stubborn to remove is that the "O" rings swell and lock the cartridge in. While Rancher guys method may work a easier way would be to rent or purchase a Moen Cartridge Puller, (see image) Regards, Tom
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