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    kkbcunningham1 Posts: 3, Reputation: 1
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    Mar 20, 2007, 11:31 AM
    Leaky shower facuet
    My shower had a very huge leak problem. After doing some research I found that replacing the washer or the stem would be the best solution. I took out my cold stem and saw that it was completely corroded so I replaced it. I took the stem to the hardware store and a employee help me find the right stem for my shower (I hope). After installing it I noticed that leak has seriously improved, but only if I turn the knob really tight. Now I get a very slow drip and after a few minutes if I wipe the inside spout on the shower with a dry cloth the drip stops completely. What I am doing wrong? :confused:
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    Mar 20, 2007, 11:36 AM
    Have you tried the hot water side? Try two washers. Once you turn it really tight as you state, you could crack or break the new one. Good luck
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    Mar 20, 2007, 08:13 PM
    Did you replace the seats too?
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    Mar 22, 2007, 11:13 AM
    I will try the hot side and 2 washers today. Thanks for the input.
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    Mar 22, 2007, 11:14 AM
    Doug238,

    I have no idea where the seats are located. Please advise.
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    Mar 22, 2007, 11:55 AM
    The seats are what the washer screws into, (See the shower valve image).
    They look like this, (see seat image) and are removed by a seat removal tool, (see image). If the seats are nicked or rough they will tear up a new washer real fast. Hope this helped and good luck, Tom
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