So helpful!! Thank you so much for your very clear and concise video. It not only helped me save a few bucks, it gave me a feeling of accomplishment. I'm an 80-year-old widow. If I can do it, anybody can!!
Thank you I just fixed my shower handle popping out with the help of your post. Very helpful for home owners without any plumbing knowledge. Thanks again.
I recently did this and went a step further to replace the Moen posi cartridge. My cartridge had been in there for over 15 years, and was very very difficult to remove. To link some info, there’s a tool called the Lakeview cartridge puller, which appears to be the right tool for the job (I have no affiliation with them). You could also create a more DIY and cheaper tool using the same concept as the Lakeview puller, but with a Danco cartridge puller and a modified 1 inch pvc pipe. Thanks for the video Danny, I think it’s awesome you put stuff out there to help people!
Thanks! I know some people don’t understand why it’s on my channel, but my similar videos are used a lot and it supports the channel a lot. Thanks for the input and the understanding 🙏🏼
Rookie reporting in. Had this issue and thank you for the video! Did not realize the phillips head was underneath. I did as directed, however, snugged it up, replaced the handle and set screw. All snug to the touch but as soon as I turned the water on, using the mechanical advantage of the shower handle, it loosened up again. Not sure what to do next! And, yes, it is not easy being like this!
I love being able to watch a video before you do even simple projects. It makes you feel like you’ve done them already. You should also start posting your content to rumble.
How do I make sure the hex screw is aligning correctly to go into the interior handle plate after the black piece. From what I can tell the screw should go through the outside of the handle into the black piece and then through the little plate inside the handle. Every time I try, it seems to miss that interior plate so the handle just falls off.
So I have the 7/64 key, but it doesn't grasp it bc there is lime perhaps or some kind of dirt in the hole where the screw is. I tried soaking it with alcohol. But , the key still can get the grip. Is there anything you suggest?
Hey this got me halfway there. The black piece has gotten twisted so that the orientation of the bottom hex screw was to the left. Despite removing the Phillips head screw entirely from the black piece, I cannot seem to turn it back to the proper orientation, and also keep the water off. Any tips?
Thanks for the video. I pulled my moen handle off but it was really hard. The whole inside of the handle had calcification build up. I wonder if I need a new cartridge?
Hello, is the set screw the only thing holding on the handle? I have about 45 degrees worth of play in the handle, and I assumed the set screw was gone, but the handle will not come off. I've been de-gunking the hole where the set screw should be to determine what the issue is, and maybe access a buried loose set screw..
You do not need to turn off the water supply to replace the handle. If you decide to change the cartridge and you definitely need to turn off the water.
This might help, but remember you have lifetime warranty with Moen, so they should be able to get your parts for free www.ereplacementparts.com/moen-l82691-tub-and-shower-faucet-parts-c-143601_144220_144318.html
i’ve tightened that phillips screw several times, and it always loosens on the second or third use after tightening. i tried a star washer to no avail. what next? lock washer? warranty claim to moen?
You could try some thread sealant www.amazon.com/dp/B000O05CS6?th=1&linkCode=sl1&tag=2004047-20&linkId=18bcf5e0f52e041fa48cd3ab9dd84fd6&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl
I recently replaced my cartridge because it was leaking. It's fixed, but now the handle is loose when it's angled diagonally (between 180° and 90°). I can't tighten the screw anymore and it does feel tight in the starting position (no wiggle). However, when you turn it to those angles it won't stay in place and angle down with gravity. Are there any recommendations you can give for a fix? I've scoured the internet and am having a hard time finding a fix.
I’ve gotten as deep as the drugs broke up the shower tiles and can’t get it to stay it pots right off eventually! Is mowen made in China or North korea?
Hi ! This is a silly question , does the main water supply need to be turned off ? Our Handle is not loose but we need to remove the handle to tighten the screen on the plate that is coming out . Thanks so much
If it’s all the way closed it’s probably not the handle, but a seal within the valve. You’ll want to turn the water off and have someone there to replace that entire system. If it’s moen brand, they typically give you free replacement parts upon request
Perhaps a display model at a hardware store will have one you can compare to purchase a new one (or find a part number from the manufacture if you know the brand)
To tighten is clockwise (righty tighty, lefty loose y), but remember that’s looking at the bolt head. There seems to be reverse thread bolts but not as common
@@dannyjohnsonsgarage yup that was it! Just needed some wd, wiggles and a few taps Thanks! Now to find the new cartridge since tightening the screw didn’t help
Really dislike these posi-temp valves, look terrible all put together, plastic cartridge instead of ceramic, etc. And the trim kits are outrageously expensive.
So helpful!! Thank you so much for your very clear and concise video. It not only helped me save a few bucks, it gave me a feeling of accomplishment. I'm an 80-year-old widow. If I can do it, anybody can!!
Thank you I just fixed my shower handle popping out with the help of your post. Very helpful for home owners without any plumbing knowledge. Thanks again.
Thank you! It's almost like you made this video for my exact problem 1 year from now. Haha keep making these videos. They are great!
Thank you! Simple quick straight to the point!!!
I recently did this and went a step further to replace the Moen posi cartridge. My cartridge had been in there for over 15 years, and was very very difficult to remove. To link some info, there’s a tool called the Lakeview cartridge puller, which appears to be the right tool for the job (I have no affiliation with them). You could also create a more DIY and cheaper tool using the same concept as the Lakeview puller, but with a Danco cartridge puller and a modified 1 inch pvc pipe. Thanks for the video Danny, I think it’s awesome you put stuff out there to help people!
Thanks! I know some people don’t understand why it’s on my channel, but my similar videos are used a lot and it supports the channel a lot. Thanks for the input and the understanding 🙏🏼
Thank you so much. This senior citizen is going to try this to try to save myself some money.
Rookie reporting in. Had this issue and thank you for the video! Did not realize the phillips head was underneath. I did as directed, however, snugged it up, replaced the handle and set screw. All snug to the touch but as soon as I turned the water on, using the mechanical advantage of the shower handle, it loosened up again. Not sure what to do next! And, yes, it is not easy being like this!
Same here :(
I tried this but it didn't work
Haha, two weeks of a loose janky handle and it’s really this simple. Appreciate the video 💪
was very helpful - thanks. I was able to fix issue in my bathroom.
You are the man! So easy with your video!
I love being able to watch a video before you do even simple projects. It makes you feel like you’ve done them already. You should also start posting your content to rumble.
Thank you very much! Your video was exactly what I needed!😎🤘🏻
Thank you Sir very much for this!!!!!! May God bless you! This was driving my husband mad😬 also our shower handle screw was a 3/32 Allen wrench
You saved me a lot of time
Thank you for this video!
So glad I found your video. The center screw and the handle keep coming loose . ? But watching your video I've at least figured out the brand it is.
Thanks!
T15 for handle
PH3 for the valve
What is the black part called? Mine doesn't seem to snug onto the valve and I need a new one.
How do I make sure the hex screw is aligning correctly to go into the interior handle plate after the black piece. From what I can tell the screw should go through the outside of the handle into the black piece and then through the little plate inside the handle. Every time I try, it seems to miss that interior plate so the handle just falls off.
Thank you for the information 😊
Perfect fix, Thank You
Got a new place and handle is missing the screw. Is the 6 point allen head the screw? Thank you!
So I have the 7/64 key, but it doesn't grasp it bc there is lime perhaps or some kind of dirt in the hole where the screw is. I tried soaking it with alcohol. But , the key still can get the grip. Is there anything you suggest?
Thanks , merry Christmas and happy New Year 😅
Thank you so much.
Hey this got me halfway there. The black piece has gotten twisted so that the orientation of the bottom hex screw was to the left. Despite removing the Phillips head screw entirely from the black piece, I cannot seem to turn it back to the proper orientation, and also keep the water off. Any tips?
Thank you!!!!!!! So much
Thanks for the video. I pulled my moen handle off but it was really hard. The whole inside of the handle had calcification build up. I wonder if I need a new cartridge?
I was afraid to pull very hard so I didn't get it off. I was afraid it would break. Maybe I'll try again.
Hello, is the set screw the only thing holding on the handle? I have about 45 degrees worth of play in the handle, and I assumed the set screw was gone, but the handle will not come off. I've been de-gunking the hole where the set screw should be to determine what the issue is, and maybe access a buried loose set screw..
How do I know what kind of screw kit I need to buy? My tub faucet handle is loose due to a missing screw but there is no name. Thank you
The screw on the plate part (my apologies for the proper terminology) has loosened and is butted up again the handle. How would I fix that?
Very helpful!
excellent video. it is a big help.
Make sure you cover up the drain so that you don't lose the screw! I didn't have the exact size Allen wrench but a T15 bit worked just as well.
I don't have a screw at all it's loose but it won't come off either?
Very helpful .
I’m confused on what to do because mine broke like the black thing so I don’t know what to do
Thank you
Thank you for the video, I have a question before I replaced the shower handle do I need to turned the whole house water off first?
You do not need to turn off the water supply to replace the handle. If you decide to change the cartridge and you definitely need to turn off the water.
Very nice. Was helpful thank you
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you much kind stranger
Thank you sir
What’s the screw size
very good thank you
mine doesnt have the black thing. Is that normal?
What if there is no screw under?
My screw broke any help replacing the whole thing
Thanks for the video. What if after a couple weeks it gets loose again? I've tighten it a few times now and after 2-3 weeks it gets loose again.
Did you ever get an answer on this! I’m having trouble with this as well. Mines loosens after a couple days. Could it be the posi cartridge?
@@RAMJO I tried putting a stronger lock tite on it. Seems to be ok so far.
My handle has come all the way off and the black housing is inside the handle… going to try what you did in the video and see if it helps!
It worked!! I fixed it!
Some how that allen screw fell inside the handle and it's in there rattling away and I can't see anyway to free it from inside the handle.
Hi, what is the white plastic piece called that sits behind the black piece?
This might help, but remember you have lifetime warranty with Moen, so they should be able to get your parts for free www.ereplacementparts.com/moen-l82691-tub-and-shower-faucet-parts-c-143601_144220_144318.html
i’ve tightened that phillips screw several times, and it always loosens on the second or third use after tightening. i tried a star washer to no avail. what next? lock washer? warranty claim to moen?
You could try some thread sealant www.amazon.com/dp/B000O05CS6?th=1&linkCode=sl1&tag=2004047-20&linkId=18bcf5e0f52e041fa48cd3ab9dd84fd6&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl
I have done this and it's still loose. Also I'm unable to get water to come out. It's just dripping
As others have said, with very calcified handles you may need to give your handle a solid tug. Eventually mine popped right off
I don't think mine is that calcified but the handle doesn't want to come off I was afraid I would break something. Maybe I'll give it another try.
I recently replaced my cartridge because it was leaking. It's fixed, but now the handle is loose when it's angled diagonally (between 180° and 90°). I can't tighten the screw anymore and it does feel tight in the starting position (no wiggle). However, when you turn it to those angles it won't stay in place and angle down with gravity. Are there any recommendations you can give for a fix? I've scoured the internet and am having a hard time finding a fix.
I have the same problem.
following, exact same issue
Same issue, HansGrohe shower handle loose b/tw 180-90
Same issue here
Did you figure it out?
I took the screw off but couldn’t take the handle off 🤔🤔
Where do I find this on my 03 mustang
You need it after a few wot pulls 😀
Towards the front behind the blinker fluid and wiper belts
I’ve gotten as deep as the drugs broke up the shower tiles and can’t get it to stay it pots right off eventually! Is mowen made in China or North korea?
What is it’s loose like this, but there’s no screw in there? Should I just try to pull off the handle?
It might leak if you try to pull it off. By no screw do you mean there isn’t one at all or it is missing?
Do you need to shut off main water for this just to tighten screw?
I would at least know where you need to shut it off if something comes loose
@@dannyjohnsonsgarage thank you 😊
Hey I hope you can help me....the screw from the handle fell out and wash away. What's the name of the screw I need. It's a delta. Thanks
You might be able to go to a hardware store and compare it to a display model. Or delta might be able to send one. Sometimes they call it a set screw
@@dannyjohnsonsgarage ok thank you
Gotta turn water off when removing handle? Or not needed
It’s a great idea. I’ve had water shoot out at me from behind the handle
@Danny Johnson’s Garage thanks man gotta change my handle completely its spins 360° and barely was able to shit it off after showering earlier
That shower head needs a short throw handle
You saved my hot water. thank you.
My handle won’t come off I tried Allen wrench
Thank you going to home depot right now!
Hi ! This is a silly question , does the main water supply need to be turned off ?
Our Handle is not loose but we need to remove the handle to tighten the screen on the plate that is coming out . Thanks so much
It’s a good idea for sure, or at least know here it is if it shoots water and breaks
@@dannyjohnsonsgarage
Thanks so much
What should I do if the screw is stripped?
Put jb weld on the end of an Allen key. Let it cure on the bolt, then try removing it
Awesome
The screw keeps getting loose again after the shower is used once or twice. Do i need to replace the screw and adapter?
You might try some thread sealant to keep it from coming out so easily. Here it is on my amazon affiliate referral link amzn.to/3RWZdRN
@@dannyjohnsonsgarage thanks, I’ll give that a try
my handle is loose and its dripping water even when its off, could the loose handle be causing this?
If it’s all the way closed it’s probably not the handle, but a seal within the valve. You’ll want to turn the water off and have someone there to replace that entire system. If it’s moen brand, they typically give you free replacement parts upon request
Do you have to shut off the water to do this?
I did not, but it’s always a good practice
@@dannyjohnsonsgarage thanks!
What if you lost the screw?
Perhaps a display model at a hardware store will have one you can compare to purchase a new one (or find a part number from the manufacture if you know the brand)
I think you meant to say clockwise to loosen , anti clockwise to tighten ?
To tighten is clockwise (righty tighty, lefty loose y), but remember that’s looking at the bolt head. There seems to be reverse thread bolts but not as common
My handle doesn’t come off after removing alan screw
It might have some corrosion, but be careful and know where to turn the water off.
@@dannyjohnsonsgarage yup that was it! Just needed some wd, wiggles and a few taps Thanks! Now to find the new cartridge since tightening the screw didn’t help
the issue on mine isn't the screw inside, it's the housing itself that's loose. at 0:51 mine still wiggles even if i was to overtighten the screw
What did u do for a solution
Pls what did you do to resolve it ?
@@gegelesoopeyemi3095 I got a new one. You can get it for free with the moen warranty if a moen shower. then replace the whole posi temp cartridge
missed an important first step.....before you begin, plug the drain!
Mine wont come off !🥵🥵🤬🤬
Really dislike these posi-temp valves, look terrible all put together, plastic cartridge instead of ceramic, etc. And the trim kits are outrageously expensive.
Thanks for that allen key size.
Do you need to shut off the main water line in order to do this? Thanks
You shouldn’t need to, but it may be a good idea in case something breaks
@@dannyjohnsonsgarage Thanks! Great tutorial btw