Thank you so very much. I just saved $120 by doing it myself. All I needed to do was replace the o-rings. Bought the kit for $7.48 at Home Depot. I am grateful to contributors, like yourself, who produce "how-to" videos. The Internet and RUclips are great sources for learning how to do small jobs. Back in the day, there was no easy way to do it yourself, so you had to hire a plumber or handyman. So if you're like me, intimidated by tackling a job like this, just ask yourself, "What's the worse that can happen?" If by chance, you can't fix it, then you're only out a few bucks. But if you do fix it yourself, then you saved a bundle, and you feel a strong sense of accomplishment.
Kohler sent me a replacement faucet when I contacted them via an online chat. They did not ask for a receipt or proof of purchase. However, you need to be the original purchaser of the faucet, so just make sure to tell Kohler that. This video was still helpful for troubleshooting the leak.
Thank you, this is the exact model I have and the same problem. Kohler maintenance instructions are useless, and I had no clue how to stop the leak. This video is clear and to the point. I got the parts, made the fix, and the leak is gone. Thanks again for the help!
DO NOT remove the set screw completely, just loosen enough to lift off the handle. If you remove the set screw you may have problems getting the screw aligned to properly screw all the way in to tighten the handle. Good vid, it helped me replace my valve.
Thanks for the video! Gave more detail than Kohler's. In my 12-year-old faucet, the bonnet was stuck tight and a wrench wouldn't budge it. After some googling, I got a strap wrench from the hardware store and it loosened the bonnet on the third try. The kid at the register said the strap wrench is the best tool ever made, and I need to go back and tell him he's right! I also used it to wiggle the faucet body off the assembly in a later step. Anyway, my old cartridge was cracked, which explained a lot of the water leak, and now my rehabbed faucet should last another 10 years! Thanks, you saved me $200+!
Thanks for this! I finished replacing the valve and the faucet still leaked. Like your example, mine needed fresh o-rings and new waterproof lubricant. No leaks! No expensive plumber call! It was easy with your instructions!
Thanks. Very helpful. I replaced the stem part but still have leaking will replace the O rings and plastic rings too. I couldn't figure how to get to the O rings till I saw your video. Excellent. Thanks for doing the video.
Just got all the parts at home depot today. Just finished doing everything exactly as you did about 10 minutes ago. Took 30 minutes from start to finish after scrubbing all the mineral deposts off all the threads. Thanks a ton. These are nice faucets and didnt feel like spending $200 on a new faucet. This cost me $25.00, for the O-rings and cartridge. Great video...thanks for taking the time to make it.
I was even luckier. I just purchased the O-rings for $5.50 and got the faucet fixed. Although I did have to spend like $35 to fix the shut-off valves that I discovered were broken and leaking when I first tried to turn off the water to the faucet.
Righton. So many slow videos waste my time. It's about time for all RUclipsrs to realize we don't want slow introductions, we don't want to go over the basic preliminaries everytime, and we don't need to be encouraged to subscribe. We just need you to show us what you do, as quick as you can. The captions are nice too. And the channels I'll most likely subscribe to are the ones that help me out, without wasting time. Thank you for a great teaching video done properly.
All the replacement parts are FREE from Kohler. They send then to you in a couple of days. Usually it only needs a new 'O' ring and gasket. All included in their repair kit. But if need be they will send other parts as well. They are a great company with great customer service!
Thanks for posting this. It was sort of an act of congress for me to just find out I had this particular faucet since mine is not labeled anywhere. Listing the replacement part model numbers was extremely helpful for the Valve and the O Ring Kit. Now, it will NOT be an act of congress to actually do the meaningful part of the repair. Thank you again!
One suggestion: to remove the handle from the valve stem, I think you don't need to take the set screw all the way out. I merely loosened it so the handle slips off the top of the valve stem. That was an excellent video, thank you.
In case someone is wondering you need a 7/54” hex key. Also if you need to tighten the hex bolt underneath it is 3/8”. I used a hex driver and it worked great. These places are so hard to get to and see! Thankfully I got the hex key info down in the comments below. Also found out that Kohler has a lifetime warranty so call for free parts. Great to have helpful comments! 🙏🏻✝️
Nice that he shows you how to do it. The bonnet on my assembly is like it's welded on. I'll have to use some more vinegar and try to break the damn thing loose. I already have a replacement bonnet so tried to use a wrench to take it off - to no avail. The easiest thing in the world (just turn it with your hands!) ends up being the pig-in-the-python for this job.
several steps to R/R the internal parts; most important, turn off the water supply, hehehe!!!? Didn't know about the concerned integral parts within the fauset assembly; now I'm prepared & know what to get to accomplish the R/R (remove, replace, repair). Thank you!?
Thanks for posting this. I wasnt able to get the spout off unfortunately, but my issue wasnt a leak, just a sticky hard to turn spout. I WAS able to get it moving after opening everything else up. Lots of good tips all around!!! - I also accidentally opened up the valve mechanism and was afraid id put it together wrong. So thanks also for the 'bonus'!!
If you bought the Kohler faucet call their 800 number and they will send you all the necessary parts for free, they're part of the "lifetime limited warranty". I bought mine 10 yrs ago, called the number and spoke to a very nice customer service rep. Told her I didn't have the receipt any more but had the installation guide and faucet model number. Received the valve kit and o ring kit two day later, didn't cost me a penny
I had the same experience - called the Kohler line and they sent me the O-rings and cartridge free! It took a month to arrive because of the pandemic and Christmas, but the parts eventually arrived.
Although the parts are inexpensive, if you're problem is not serious and you're not in a rush, contact Kohler. They have a lifetime warranty and will mail both the cartridge and o-ring set free of charge. I like Kohler and spec their products in my construction documents but all moving parts do eventually wear. Besides, I don't even have to leave the house 😊
I replaced the Stem part and now three days latter it is leaking again. Will take apart and clean with tooth brush but leaning toward having to replace the faucet. Don't want to but if cleaning it doesn't work then I don't know what else to do. Haven't replaced bonnet O rings yet. Will do that too when I clean up what parts I can reach after I take the stem out again.
@@bebetigre1252 I got the faucet fixed but I forgot what I did to fix it. I think cleaning it and new O ring fixed it. It's worked fine since I fixed it. Didn't replace it.
Heads-up Floridians (on SW coast)--County water supply. Since 2006 have changed o-rings 2x and new cartridge 1x. Ready for another cartridge and O ring set redo. All parts free from Kohler, but ugh. How long is a faucet "good" for? Suggested brand? Style that needs no/low maintenance?
Mine has a hole on the back of the faucet similar to yours and when I put an Allen wrench in it just wiggles around. I used a flashlight to peek inside and there’s no screw inside to loosen. Weird.
Faucet is less than 1 year old and started leaking within a few months. I finally bought another cartridge thinking this would fix it but it doesn't. I will have to replace it with a faucet that actually will last more than a year, single hole with sprayer. Don't know what to do.
Thanks I contacted them and they are sending me a new cartridge and o ring kit. I noticed that the newer model now has an extra o ring between the bezel and the body
I have a Kohler MIstos faucet, one that has the sprayer off to the side. Even though this faucet is only about 2 or 3 years old and has no signs of corrosion, I can't even get the handle off after removing the allen set screw. Any ideas on how to pull off the handle?
Free lifetime warranty, no need for the 25 year old receipt. If you call Kohler they will mail you a free o ring and the plastic insert that goes with it. No one has yet to make a video showing the fix on the back of valve stem. Pretty straight foward. The biggest mistake is actually done by the plumbers in a rush to get the hell out by doing a poor clean up job in prepping the new o ring. The vinegar and tootbrush demonstration is an example of how a good DIY far exceeds the profressional grease monkey. Kohler & Moen & Glacier Bay (the Home Depot Store Brand) have same internals. Delta is a different mechanism but also free lifetime warranty. The $15 was spent on this repair since they could not wait the 4 days shipping.
Hello Great video I did all that but now it is leaking under the sink?? At first it was leaking at the crease at the bottom of handle and under sink. I changed the cartridge and the two O rings but still leaking under sink. What do you think it is? Thank you
I would check your connections. Check if it leaks all the time or only when you use it. If it leaks only when you use it and connections are good you may have a leak on the sink itself. If it leaks at night when not in use you may have a leak in the inlet connections or the faucet itself
@@dvbdvbdvb Hello I tightened the two nuts under the sink and it seems okay. It isn't leaking anywhere now. I still have fears of it leaking so for now I turn off the hot and cold lines under the sink when I go to bed.
Great video, thanks, but can you work a little less fast 'cause I had to keep stopping the video to keep up with you. I hope you don't paid by the hour.
I loosened and accidentally remove the screw too but the handle will not come off even pulling with a lot of force from all different directions. Any suggestions?
First I had leaking when the water was turned on. I replaced the O rings (contacted Kohler and they sent some for free). Now I have leaking when the faucet isn't on and the leaking is pronounced enough to be below the sink at the water turn off valves. Anyone have any suggestions. I am guess that somewhere in putting things back together I must have done something wrong....Thanks for anyhelp
Anybody know where I may obtain a "brushed stainless bonnet" for the model faucet that is depicted in the video? The only one that appears to be available is the "chrome polished" or "CP". Thank you.
i have a KOHLER R72508-cp-CP that needs a new valve/diverter but i can’t get the damn thing apart. the spout won’t come off. there are two indents as if a special tool unscrews it but it won’t turn. how do these things come apart? how do i change that valve? please and thank you
I followed your instructions, removed handle/bonnet assembly, nuts, old valve but I can't get the spout assembly off. All the videos show just twisting and pulling up and it comes right off. Not mine. Used liquid wrench but that does nothing. any ideas?
David George good video but slightly too fast. Also as long as you are not speaking the instructions at least slow down when the word portion is displayed so we have time to read it. Very informative video thanks.
I can't seem to get the bonnet off which appears to be the simplest step. That may be why the former owner tried a wrench. Any ideas? Thanks in advance.
Steve Shea if you need to use a wrench, wrap it up with a towel. You can also try hitting it gently with a mallet to soften up the thread if you got some scaling issues.
Thank you for the quick reply. I was able to remove with wrench and now having trouble with the next step using the wrench to get to the valve. I assume some corrosion is causing this. Should I soak in some vinegar or any ideas on that? Thanks again.
Brad Gore if the sprayer on your forte is seperate from the faucet head then no. There is a washer between the sprayer and the nut that the sprayer tightens on to. Typically you can just replace the washer granted you have the right size. In some cases you will need to replace the entire sprayer
Try a strap wrench. It uses a length ("strap") of rubber that loops around the part, and tensions the rubber strap as you torque it to provide friction all the way around the bonnet. So it's much less likely to mar/dent/scratch the surface. (it's perfect for this application and many others in plumbing and also handy for stubborn lids on jars or caps on bottles.)
@@stanpiezuch9922 Thanks for the tip. I could have used this advice two years ago. haha. I ended up breaking the bonnet getting it off, but I bought a new one for under $10, so no biggie. Next time, I'll use a strap wrench.
freddyboombatz I was not sure that was the cause of the problem, I should have though... many people will open something and fix/replace everything at once
Thanks for being there. With the liquid wrench setting for an hour or so I was able to hold the base plate down with one hand and pound up with my palm with the other. Got a gap, worked it some more and it slipped free. Every thing is back together and working like new. Thanks.
While you answered my question, and I thank you, I also question if you have the ability to speak. If not, it's a terrible thing and I'm sorry for you. If so, you reduced the quality of your video. As well, the video was too fast during critical parts of the repair. However, I now know that I am not skilled enough for this repair and will be calling my plumber.
I think the speed was perfect. All to often the person making the video gets distracted and rambles on with anecdotes and unnecessary grumblings. BTW did YOU know that you can change the speed that this video plays by clicking on the gear icon in the lower left corner? You can slow it way down, if you want to. Finally, some people simply would rather not speak during videos, instead opting to use a computer voice or opening Notepad on screen and typing out what they want to convey. I HATE those. I think what THIS person did was way way better! Good job!
Thank you so very much. I just saved $120 by doing it myself. All I needed to do was replace the o-rings. Bought the kit for $7.48 at Home Depot. I am grateful to contributors, like yourself, who produce "how-to" videos. The Internet and RUclips are great sources for learning how to do small jobs. Back in the day, there was no easy way to do it yourself, so you had to hire a plumber or handyman. So if you're like me, intimidated by tackling a job like this, just ask yourself, "What's the worse that can happen?" If by chance, you can't fix it, then you're only out a few bucks. But if you do fix it yourself, then you saved a bundle, and you feel a strong sense of accomplishment.
Great. High speed. To the point. No dramatic opening with full theme anthem. Extremely helpful. Thank you for posting.
Kohler sent me a replacement faucet when I contacted them via an online chat. They did not ask for a receipt or proof of purchase. However, you need to be the original purchaser of the faucet, so just make sure to tell Kohler that. This video was still helpful for troubleshooting the leak.
Thank you, this is the exact model I have and the same problem. Kohler maintenance instructions are useless, and I had no clue how to stop the leak. This video is clear and to the point. I got the parts, made the fix, and the leak is gone. Thanks again for the help!
DO NOT remove the set screw completely, just loosen enough to lift off the handle. If you remove the set screw you may have
problems getting the screw aligned to properly screw all the way in to tighten the handle. Good vid, it helped me replace my valve.
Thanks for the video! Gave more detail than Kohler's. In my 12-year-old faucet, the bonnet was stuck tight and a wrench wouldn't budge it. After some googling, I got a strap wrench from the hardware store and it loosened the bonnet on the third try. The kid at the register said the strap wrench is the best tool ever made, and I need to go back and tell him he's right! I also used it to wiggle the faucet body off the assembly in a later step.
Anyway, my old cartridge was cracked, which explained a lot of the water leak, and now my rehabbed faucet should last another 10 years! Thanks, you saved me $200+!
Thanks for this! I finished replacing the valve and the faucet still leaked. Like your example, mine needed fresh o-rings and new waterproof lubricant. No leaks! No expensive plumber call! It was easy with your instructions!
Thanks. Very helpful. I replaced the stem part but still have leaking will replace the O rings and plastic rings too. I couldn't figure how to get to the O rings till I saw your video. Excellent. Thanks for doing the video.
Just got all the parts at home depot today. Just finished doing everything exactly as you did about 10 minutes ago. Took 30 minutes from start to finish after scrubbing all the mineral deposts off all the threads. Thanks a ton. These are nice faucets and didnt feel like spending $200 on a new faucet. This cost me $25.00, for the O-rings and cartridge. Great video...thanks for taking the time to make it.
I was even luckier. I just purchased the O-rings for $5.50 and got the faucet fixed. Although I did have to spend like $35 to fix the shut-off valves that I discovered were broken and leaking when I first tried to turn off the water to the faucet.
Righton. So many slow videos waste my time. It's about time for all RUclipsrs to realize we don't want slow introductions, we don't want to go over the basic preliminaries everytime, and we don't need to be encouraged to subscribe. We just need you to show us what you do, as quick as you can. The captions are nice too. And the channels I'll most likely subscribe to are the ones that help me out, without wasting time. Thank you for a great teaching video done properly.
All the replacement parts are FREE from Kohler. They send then to you in a couple of days. Usually it only needs a new 'O' ring and gasket. All included in their repair kit. But if need be they will send other parts as well. They are a great company with great customer service!
Nice. Thanx for posting...tells me what to do for mine. Using the wire for the O ring is a nice touch.
Good nice and fast. My spout wouldn't come off without the sink comming with it . The vinegar helped alot. Thanks
Thanks for posting this. It was sort of an act of congress for me to just find out I had this particular faucet since mine is not labeled anywhere. Listing the replacement part model numbers was extremely helpful for the Valve and the O Ring Kit. Now, it will NOT be an act of congress to actually do the meaningful part of the repair. Thank you again!
Perfect speed! Thank you for taking the time to post this!
One suggestion: to remove the handle from the valve stem, I think you don't need to take the set screw all the way out. I merely loosened it so the handle slips off the top of the valve stem. That was an excellent video, thank you.
this is such a great video and we learned so much. our issue with this faucet has always been with the O rings. thanks for sharing.
In case someone is wondering you need a 7/54” hex key. Also if you need to tighten the hex bolt underneath it is 3/8”. I used a hex driver and it worked great. These places are so hard to get to and see! Thankfully I got the hex key info down in the comments below. Also found out that Kohler has a lifetime warranty so call for free parts. Great to have helpful comments! 🙏🏻✝️
For me the hex key is 3/8 and underneath is 11 mm.
@@puglydoodle Did you try the 7/54? Strange that they would use metric and S.A.E. I don’t think that they are equal though
No I didn't try the 7/64. The manual stated 3/8 key but no spec for the nut. I tried 3/8 and 7/16. Neither worked so tried the 11mm
@@randydowell3902 I'll try a 7/64 next weekend when I receive my parts.
@@puglydoodle Good to know. Thanks
I live in Florida with real shitty water. This problem caused the valve to be very difficult to operate. Thank you for your advice!
Man I love RUclips and people like you!! Thank you for the great video!!
Nice that he shows you how to do it. The bonnet on my assembly is like it's welded on. I'll have to use some more vinegar and try to break the damn thing loose. I already have a replacement bonnet so tried to use a wrench to take it off - to no avail.
The easiest thing in the world (just turn it with your hands!) ends up being the pig-in-the-python for this job.
several steps to R/R the internal parts; most important, turn off the water supply, hehehe!!!? Didn't know about the concerned integral parts within the fauset assembly; now I'm prepared & know what to get to accomplish the R/R (remove, replace, repair). Thank you!?
Thanks a lot for the great video. It help me a lot, have a wonderful day.
Thanks for posting this. I wasnt able to get the spout off unfortunately, but my issue wasnt a leak, just a sticky hard to turn spout. I WAS able to get it moving after opening everything else up. Lots of good tips all around!!! - I also accidentally opened up the valve mechanism and was afraid id put it together wrong. So thanks also for the 'bonus'!!
Fixed mine thx so much, 20 years old
Thank you do much changed both parts and faucet good as new saved me money and aggravation
Thanks for this video, I just replaced all the o-rings and cartridge. Helps to see the internals before you tackle the job. Great vid.
Thank you so much great help ful video! Now I can charge my service because of you ! Thanks
Thank you thank you!!! Your video is better than Kohler’s!
Awesome thanks, after watching your video, I fixed my girlfriends sink and now I look like superman.
This guy moves like a squirrel that has drank a gallon of coffee.
Thanks this helped I replaced only cartridge and it worked. I had a bit different model than yours with the pull out faucet
This video is exactly what I needed today! 😃👍
If you bought the Kohler faucet call their 800 number and they will send you all the necessary parts for free, they're part of the
"lifetime limited warranty". I bought mine 10 yrs ago, called the number and spoke to a very nice customer service rep. Told her I
didn't have the receipt any more but had the installation guide and faucet model number. Received the valve kit and o ring kit two
day later, didn't cost me a penny
I had the same experience - called the Kohler line and they sent me the O-rings and cartridge free! It took a month to arrive because of the pandemic and Christmas, but the parts eventually arrived.
Excellent. Thanks for the super speed.
Great video, thanks for showing the part numbers, big plus
Was helpful. Leaking faucet fixed.
Thank you
Good Job! Great Video!! Thanks!!
Thanks a lot for the video. Far better than kohlers video
Fantastic! Thanks for making the video.
the toothbrush action was very satisfying.
Although the parts are inexpensive, if you're problem is not serious and you're not in a rush, contact Kohler. They have a lifetime warranty and will mail both the cartridge and o-ring set free of charge. I like Kohler and spec their products in my construction documents but all moving parts do eventually wear. Besides, I don't even have to leave the house 😊
Thank you so much for your video, because of it I wss able to repair my sink. Great job!😀
Nice job thanks
Right on bro!
I replaced the Stem part and now three days latter it is leaking again. Will take apart and clean with tooth brush but leaning toward having to replace the faucet. Don't want to but if cleaning it doesn't work then I don't know what else to do. Haven't replaced bonnet O rings yet. Will do that too when I clean up what parts I can reach after I take the stem out again.
worst faucet ever.
@@bebetigre1252 I got the faucet fixed but I forgot what I did to fix it. I think cleaning it and new O ring fixed it. It's worked fine since I fixed it. Didn't replace it.
Got a video for one of these with a detachable nozzle/sprayer?
Thank you so much for your how-to video, just need to know what size of Allen wrench you use, please?
It's the bionic faucet repair man...hehe! :-p Thanks for the faucet leak repair video! :-D
So helpful thank you
Heads-up Floridians (on SW coast)--County water supply. Since 2006 have changed o-rings 2x and new cartridge 1x. Ready for another cartridge and O ring set redo. All parts free from Kohler, but ugh.
How long is a faucet "good" for?
Suggested brand? Style that needs no/low maintenance?
Mine has a hole on the back of the faucet similar to yours and when I put an Allen wrench in it just wiggles around. I used a flashlight to peek inside and there’s no screw inside to loosen. Weird.
probably whoever repaired or installed lost the screw and put it without it, should be a standard size. You can probably buy a replacement
Trying to replace o rings and bushings . I cant get the spout to come off the whole sink wants to come out
Faucet is less than 1 year old and started leaking within a few months. I finally bought another cartridge thinking this would fix it but it doesn't. I will have to replace it with a faucet that actually will last more than a year, single hole with sprayer. Don't know what to do.
Contact the manufacturer, should not happen, you may have a defective unit.
Thanks I contacted them and they are sending me a new cartridge and o ring kit. I noticed that the newer model now has an extra o ring between the bezel and the body
I have a Kohler MIstos faucet, one that has the sprayer off to the side. Even though this faucet is only about 2 or 3 years old and has no signs of corrosion, I can't even get the handle off after removing the allen set screw. Any ideas on how to pull off the handle?
I've tried everything. I've tried wrench, jar head etc. Any other ideas?
Awesome thank you!
Excellent!!!!!! 5 ********
water leaking out small hole on back of stem might be for over flow is it O ring?
Free lifetime warranty, no need for the 25 year old receipt. If you call Kohler they will mail you a free o ring and the plastic insert that goes with it. No one has yet to make a video showing the fix on the back of valve stem. Pretty straight foward. The biggest mistake is actually done by the plumbers in a rush to get the hell out by doing a poor clean up job in prepping the new o ring. The vinegar and tootbrush demonstration is an example of how a good DIY far exceeds the profressional grease monkey.
Kohler & Moen & Glacier Bay (the Home Depot Store Brand) have same internals. Delta is a different mechanism but also free lifetime warranty.
The $15 was spent on this repair since they could not wait the 4 days shipping.
Hello
Great video
I did all that but now it is leaking under the sink??
At first it was leaking at the crease at the bottom of handle and under sink.
I changed the cartridge and the two O rings but still leaking under sink.
What do you think it is?
Thank you
I would check your connections. Check if it leaks all the time or only when you use it. If it leaks only when you use it and connections are good you may have a leak on the sink itself. If it leaks at night when not in use you may have a leak in the inlet connections or the faucet itself
@@dvbdvbdvb Hello I tightened the two nuts under the sink and it seems okay. It isn't leaking anywhere now. I still have fears of it leaking so for now I turn off the hot and cold lines under the sink when I go to bed.
Great video, thanks, but can you work a little less fast 'cause I had to keep stopping the video to keep up with you. I hope you don't paid by the hour.
I loosened and accidentally remove the screw too but the handle will not come off even pulling with a lot of force from all different directions. Any suggestions?
Same problem here
First I had leaking when the water was turned on. I replaced the O rings (contacted Kohler and they sent some for free). Now I have leaking when the faucet isn't on and the leaking is pronounced enough to be below the sink at the water turn off valves. Anyone have any suggestions. I am guess that somewhere in putting things back together I must have done something wrong....Thanks for anyhelp
Anybody know where I may obtain a "brushed stainless bonnet" for the model faucet that is depicted in the video? The only one that appears to be available is the "chrome polished" or "CP". Thank you.
i have a KOHLER R72508-cp-CP that needs a new valve/diverter but i can’t get the damn thing apart. the spout won’t come off. there are two indents as if a special tool unscrews it but it won’t turn. how do these things come apart?
how do i change that valve?
please and thank you
Gret video! Thanks! But, the fast forward jerkiness is making me reach for a barf bag and is very distracting.
I followed your instructions, removed handle/bonnet assembly, nuts, old valve but I can't get the spout assembly off. All the videos show just twisting and pulling up and it comes right off. Not mine. Used liquid wrench but that does nothing. any ideas?
David George depending on how hard your water is or if you have sediments, it can get hard to remove it. Glad you could work it out!
David George good video but slightly too fast. Also as long as you are not speaking the instructions at least slow down when the word portion is displayed so we have time to read it. Very informative video thanks.
You can slow down - or speed up - RUclips videos by clicking on the Settings icon in the lower right of the video and changing the Speed.
I can't seem to get the bonnet off which appears to be the simplest step. That may be why the former owner tried a wrench. Any ideas? Thanks in advance.
Steve Shea if you need to use a wrench, wrap it up with a towel. You can also try hitting it gently with a mallet to soften up the thread if you got some scaling issues.
Thank you for the quick reply. I was able to remove with wrench and now having trouble with the next step using the wrench to get to the valve. I assume some corrosion is causing this. Should I soak in some vinegar or any ideas on that? Thanks again.
Nevermind, i just needed to vice it to get better grip.
Hate kohler ,all three either frozen or leaking,replaced two with delta.
I am about to do the same...
What size Allen wrench? Metric or SAE? I tried 8 of them and can’t get any to fit.
JL Software 7/64
The One And Only Ravioli Thank you so much it’s hard to see back there and the installation booklet didn’t give sizes. God bless you!
Mine leaks water under my sink trou the water valves will this fix it ???
You mean the water valves from the supply (on the wall?), then you need to replace those valves.
Does this fix the sprayer as well diverter?
Brad Gore if the sprayer on your forte is seperate from the faucet head then no. There is a washer between the sprayer and the nut that the sprayer tightens on to. Typically you can just replace the washer granted you have the right size. In some cases you will need to replace the entire sprayer
It is a lifetime warranty. Don't buy parts if you have your receipt.
thank you
I wish if u slow little
my bonnet is stuck on due to hard water corrosion. Any suggestions on how to get it off?
KingAndrew5000 I am not sure, you can user oil or vinegar if you know it will not damage your finish
okay, thanks. I'm trying vinegar now, but it hasn't loosened yet. what type of oil do you suggest?
@@KingAndrew5000 mineral oil--let set
Try a strap wrench. It uses a length ("strap") of rubber that loops around the part, and tensions the rubber strap as you torque it to provide friction all the way around the bonnet. So it's much less likely to mar/dent/scratch the surface. (it's perfect for this application and many others in plumbing and also handy for stubborn lids on jars or caps on bottles.)
@@stanpiezuch9922 Thanks for the tip. I could have used this advice two years ago. haha. I ended up breaking the bonnet getting it off, but I bought a new one for under $10, so no biggie. Next time, I'll use a strap wrench.
Why not just replace the o rings when you were in there the first time?
freddyboombatz I was not sure that was the cause of the problem, I should have though... many people will open something and fix/replace everything at once
Dang what a royal pain in the arse!
great video but far far to fast.
Thanks for the input, I don't want to make 40 minutes videos but I can slow down for future ones! Thanks for stopping by.
Thanks for being there. With the liquid wrench setting for an hour or so I was able to hold the base plate down with one hand and pound up with my palm with the other. Got a gap, worked it some more and it slipped free. Every thing is back together and working like new. Thanks.
David George q
While you answered my question, and I thank you, I also question if you have the ability to speak. If not, it's a terrible thing and I'm sorry for you. If so, you reduced the quality of your video. As well, the video was too fast during critical parts of the repair. However, I now know that I am not skilled enough for this repair and will be calling my plumber.
I think the speed was perfect. All to often the person making the video gets distracted and rambles on with anecdotes and unnecessary grumblings.
BTW did YOU know that you can change the speed that this video plays by clicking on the gear icon in the lower left corner? You can slow it way down, if you want to.
Finally, some people simply would rather not speak during videos, instead opting to use a computer voice or opening Notepad on screen and typing out what they want to convey. I HATE those. I think what THIS person did was way way better! Good job!