Oh man this is a special video.. Exactly what i need.. Now i know which cartridge i have to buy before i start working on my Delta.. I subscribe.. Very info video
I know I’m late to this video. But Delta offers a lifetime warranty on cartridges. You can call Delta and even if you do not know which faucet/cartridge you need, they will help you identify the faucet and cartridge you need. You will either take a picture and text it to them or a video and they can identify a faucet. And they will send out the cartridge for free. The cartridges are about $70.
My house was built in 1970. I had no idea where to start. Delta website didn't go back that far. Thank you for explaining and telling exactly what I need. Beyond awesome!!!
Thank you for your video. I couldn't even begin to fix my leak until I found out what kind of assembly I have first, and I was able to find out through your video. Just to let everyone know, I had a little drip leak out of my tub spout and called a plumber out to give me an estimate. He didn't turn the water off, and open it up to see anything, but just looked and told me he had to replace the cartridge and it would cost $275.00. I thought that sounded outrageous, so I again turned to youtube. I am an older lady with arthritis, so if I can do this, anyone can! I watched this video, and found out I don't even have a cartridge in my set-up! I have the first one, the one with a ball and little spring and rubber do-dad. I found the spring and rubber set on amazon for around 5 bucks. Today, I turned my water off and started to open it up and used pliers to grab the old rubber and spring out and inserted the new ones and put everything back on. Ty so much!
This was really helpful! We had a leaky shower that was getting worse and we were to identify the correct parts and make the repair. Deeply appreciated!
OH wow!!!! What a blessing!!! I have a delta valve system in a standup shower in a 20 year old home that we bought 3 years ago... we are in love with the home and property. I notice I had a continual leak was coming from the Control valve through the shower head, instead of cutting into the Sheetrock, I decided to do all the replacement work through the hole in the shower wall. I grinded all the Pex rings off, and pulled the old valve out-and replacement with the new. I bought a regular plunger to install in the new valve. But I didn’t know they have changed to a new plunger with longer legs to fit the deeper valve.. !!!!!!! What this video did for me was highlight the part number of the part that I needed to replace the shorter leg plunger...Thank you for a simple idea to include part numbers, with that,, I went to Lowe’s and picked it right up... I only had some much time to fixed this. And you saved me a bunch of wasted time!!!!!!! Thank You Jesus that I watched your instructional,, it’s exactly what I needed, Thanks Rusty
Thank you.! Very great rundown on all the different types of Delta cartridges. I was able to run to town and grab what I needed without shutting down my main supply. Great video and explanations.
This was such a great video and so helpful for a single elderly woman, I think if I get correct parts I can repair my leaking faucets. Thanks for posting this wonderful video.
Huge THANK YOU my friend. You saved the day for me in my hunt for the right cartridge. I just checked the model I bought at the HD and luckily I picked out the right one. I plan to tackle this job tomorrow to stop the leak. I have a stuck set screw that is causing me huge bung hole pains though. I hope I don't end up having to bore it out and needing a new handle!
Whaaa-Hoooo!!! Thanks guys!! Lifted a major burden off my mind! Especially the pressure balanced part- couldn’t figure out why I couldn’t get any water out of the spigot with only the cold side hooked up, now I know! And I likely won’t have to replace anything, just get the hot side going! 😀😀 BIG thanks!
Some good info but you should talk about the pot-metal handles secured by an allen screw that won't come out. Also, on those round "nuts" that hold the cartridge in, a rubber strap wrench works wonders! If you try grabbing it with pliers/Channel Locks, it ovals and holds that much tighter. I also apply a little grease (Lithium works fine) to the threads. That will help insure that the nut comes off easily.
Dude this is a great video! on the Delta Nuts though when they freeze on there your best bet is spraying them with some CLR or that WD 40 rust/corrosion release stuff and then using a strap wrench ive been able to get every single one off using that method without having to cut them and we have terrible hard water with chloramines in it out here in southern California. Very informative video though man keep it up!
One of the issues is people using channel locks on them. They end up egging the ring and then it’s a bitch to get off. Try spinning it with your hand and a rag to grip it with. If you use channel locks dont grip it real tight. Easy does it is best. If it fails cut it off.
Great instructional video. Question. If we have the old (first) model you showed...can it be upgraded /replaced with a newer model. Presumably, a professional plumber could be engaged to swap one out for the other?
Helpful video. This cleared up things that the Delta video should have covered better. Now I know I don't have to look for a "seat & spring" kit as it is already inside the cartridge that I need.
So I bought a new delta shower system at Lowe’s to replace the old system and as you know, the valve cartridge’s are different! Of course they are!! Is my only option to replace the main brass valve body in the wall or try to find a shower system that uses the same cartridge? The current cartridge looks to be like the last in your video and seems to be a shallow mount? The new cartridge is like that longer version you showed with the two distinct sides of hot and cold… house was built in the 2009 and this is the original. Thanks so much for the guidance! The best….
Appreciate this! I was trying to figure out how to know which cartridge I needed, the pre-2006 or post-2006, and come to find out I DON'T need a cartridge, I need the Delta ball that you described. Thank you for your great description of how to tell which I needed! Do you feel it's pretty easy to change that for a novice?
Great video!! I've got a "Golden" LOL Delta Monitor shower faucet from around 1984. This gives me great insight to what I'm gonna need. Looks like the blue bottom one is what I'm probally gonna find. Thanks!!
I just replaced one of these today. If the round nut holding your valve in place won't come loose here are the methods I tried. 1. WD-40 or LIthium Grease. 2. Two pipe wrenches, didn't budge. 3. Filed a slot in the top of the nut for my flat-head screwdriver to fit and attempt to tap loose with my hammer, didn't budge. 4. I learned calcium builds ups inside the nut. I took my hammer and lightly tapped around the entirety of the nut a handful of times to attempt to break up the calcium deposits. 5. Tried with the pipe wrench a few more times, it finally budged and loosened up. When you go your local hardware store with your existing valve to match up for a new one ensure you also purchase Plumber's Grease. You will coat the O-rings of your new valve with the Plumbers Grease to slide into the fitting easy. Without the Plumber's Grease I could not seat my new valve completely into the fitting. Good luck!
Thanks for sharing your plumbing parts expertise! Now I know I have a 1500 or 1700 series cartridge, and I just need to figure out how to get the handle off. Surely there's a video somewhere to help with that... In exchange, I'll offer a production tip: When you want to show us a close-up view, hold the part in one hand, and hold your other hand up flat to the camera, close behind the part. Sorta like you're directing traffic, telling the viewer STOP! The camera's auto-focus and auto-exposure will adjust themselves to your flat hand, which is about right for the part, instead of to your face. If the part's too big to use your hand as a backdrop, find a stiff flat neutral color medium-dark matte (not shiny) thing to hold behind it. The recycled cardboard back of a legal pad should be about right, but you can use almost anything to give the camera a backdrop.
I came here looking for the right cartridge to order since I'm DIYing it this time. This is the third time I've had to make this repair since getting this delta faucet 5 years ago. If this is normal for Delta can someone tell me what other brand won't fail every 12 to 18 months?!
Thanks this was a great video to help me identify what carriage I will need for my delta shower. I don't have the leaking that most videos I have seen are referring to what I have is the hot water doesn't last very long but I will have hot water at all the other faucets in the house. Im using my automotive background and assuming that the spring on the hot side is weak and just gets over run by the cold be water. From what you have mentioned in the video I have the 1700 series.
That’s the video I needed! Could you please indicate the part numbers of the first (oldest) valve (the ball with rubber and springs)? Thank you so much!
Thanks for the video. I changed the delta valve cartridge but still there is leaking from the showerhead. Do you have any recommendations for what to do in this case? See 5:30 minutes.
ohhhhh yeah this is a very helpful video.. Exactly what I need it right Now ,I know which cartridge I have to buy before I start working on mine, thanks Bud :)
To cut the nut off, use a small hand saw. These are sometimes called a "tiny tim" I have even used a hack saw blade, wrap a few layers of duct tape halfway up and use as a handle. Cut halfway thru the nut. Then use a large flathead screwdriver and place in the cut groove. Twist the screwdriver causing the nut to crack. At this point you should be able to peel the nut off and replace
Thank you sir for you & your absol' invaluable video; You made parts buying a breeze for me here recently &- This is one of the best vids ever to hit YT... Because of its usefulness... Thank you a million times over again‼️
I agree with a previous comment you received..."You are doing God's work!" (And you probably didn't even know it...lol). Thank you for your informative video sir🙏 As a landlord for the past 25 years with numerous Delta faucets in units and trying to keep track of it all, this video has been SUCH A BLESSING! You rock brother!
10:05 RP70538 you say the longer bonnet nut is not usually needed, but the part RP75852 is discontinued. What bonnet nut will work with a new Peerless RP70538 cart. The body is Delta B112900 thanks.
Can I use the Delta Porter shower cartridge with my existing rough setup? I will be using the new handle, face plate, and cartridge but don't want to mess with the rough connection. My old setup is Delta with a separate water temperature control and the new combines the flow and temperature.
Thank you so much for taking the time to make and post this video. It gave me the confidence to go ahead and tackle old leaky shower faucet. Seems 99% of faucets in my house are Delta, so other cartridge info is a big bonus for me. Thanks again.
I don't know which cartridge I need, faucet has control for water temp, and an on/off lever as well. It was installed in the 90's. Any idea which cartridge I need? Thanks!!
I have a B510LF single handle bathroom faucet. Uses the ball, seats and springs and a seal cap on top. I bought a Moen kit because most of the parts looked identical. I used the parts that looked the same but it still leaked. Are Delta and Moen interchangeable for some parts?
Thanks for very good collective information. This helps a lot of time, especially in terms of shutting off the water to find out what you have. With your video, I believe to have the ball version (the handle and the dome chrome beneath), how do I go by replacing it to Rp46074 type. I assume I will have to replace the valve body, but will I have to replace the handle and the wall cover place? Will the debt allocated for the ball type be sufficient for the Rp46074 as you mentioned to be longer? If possible a video would help if there is one on youtube.
I just bought one of the blue ones to replace an older one that the plumbing supply store thought would work. The replacement is rp19804. But it appears to be a little too long as it won't fit into the slots. It's just a little too far out of the wall and the knot will not go on. I'm at a loss as to which one I need, lol.
So if your shower no longer produces hot water does the cartridge need replacing? I have hot water from the sink in the bathroom just not from the shower.
My house was built in 1983. What cartridge am I most likely to have? Set screw is corroded beyond unscrewing. Want to know what I need to have before I have to possibly damage the old cartridge.
I have a job where I have the Delta ball, but it has a little guide pin inside. And the only ball I can find a fitted is the replacement for the sink faucet. 😔
Sorry, but the popular RP19804 is different from its replacement RP46074 in not only length of cylinders going into the valve body, but the cylinders are spaced differently as well. I learned this the hard way when trying upgrade my single handle RP19804 with a 17 series cartridge. The newer RP46074 in your video has cylinders closer to eachother, when compared to RP19804, and will not fit into original valve body. This is visually apparent even in the video. I'm still not sure if my RP19804 single handle can be upgraded to 1700 series dual handle cartridge or not.
That is correct the RP19804 and the RP46074 are different as I mentioned in the video. They Do Not interchange. Also the valve body for the RP19894 will NOT accommodate a 17 series cartridge. You are pretty much stuck with the RP19804 until you change the valve body with the newer multi choice body which will fit the RP46074 or the 17 series. If you have any other questions feel free to contact us. Thank you for watching.
Very informative and helpful. I wish there was more content out there like this for us DIYers. Only thing to suggest would be to grab the up close shots of your pieces (if you have more content showing detail shots) separately and drop them into the video. This would require video editing software to ome degree, not sure if that is practical. The problem is your lighting is great for your dialog shot but is totally blowing out the details on the pieces being so close to the light. You can make out the details you are describing but only barely.
Is there any sort of upgrade cartridge for the old style ball and seal without replacing the whole faucet? Something to get rid of the old metal ball setup. I have had trouble with drips even after replacing the ball and seals. I have used the Delta RP44123 kit and aftermarket kits. Still no problems with mineral buildup even on a 50 year old faucet. Good video.
This is an awesome video. I struggled to find Delta parts at Home Depot last night. I wonder when the time comes, is it easy to replace the old bath faucet with a brand new one all together, with a small hole behind the circulate plate? Thank you.
I have an old Delta faucet in my kitchen probably from around 2004. I need to know the exact type of cartridges but even Delta gave me the wrong information because it's not used springs. Where do I send a picture to get information? Thank you
Omg u may of saved my bacon..I see the asse1016 p delta on the brass ring..trying to change cartridge as shower head leaking...which cartridge can I buy if you know thanks..house built 1988..I have managed to get most of the hardware off..but turning water off now..lol I forgot to
For RP70538 cartridge, is the check value assembly RP73625 needed? We had that with ours, but we don’t have circles for shower valve rough in depth, the shape actual matches the end of the cartridge so I’m wondering what it’s for.
hi,, i changed out the cartrige on my shower valve with PN 19804 but the new part was too short to reach in and control anything. my valve is labled '14 multichoice'. comparing the two parts side by side, the new one is about 1/4 in shorter. what part do i need? thank you!!!!
This is a great video; thanks for making it. You made this effort so much easier to understand for a DIY guy like myself. I can move forward with the repairs now with more confidence.
The set screw on my RP 46074 has rounded off the stem as I had frequently had to tighten it. Is this a common problem with delta? Why is the end of the stem H shaped?
Is there any real function difference between the two valves? Im replacing an pre 2007 delta shower hardware with a new unit. The new hardware came with the longer stems (RP46074). I bought a new Blue cartridge (RP19804) that fit the valve already installed. I test fitted the newer handle and it all seems to work fine but was unable to test hot water due to not having the shower wet in yet. I had no way to run it long enough. I just turned it on and made sure water could flow.
Ok, Im not a plumber so I'm really confused. I currently have a 90's style handle that says Delta Scald-guard on it. I want to change the handle for a more modern look so I bought a Delta Foundations handle. What I'm confused about is whether or not this new handle in compatible with the current valve thats behind the wall. Or do I need a different cartridge to plug into this new Foundations handle to make it compatible?? I have no idea, any help would be amazing!
Email info@plumbingpartspro.com with a picture of the faucet and handle. Most of the foundation model handles wont fit the older ones but we will take a look
@@PlumbingPartsPro So more than likely I'd have to have the whole valve, handle and cartridge installed to make the whole system updated? I will try and send a pic, however I cant get the ring off of the old cartridge due to hard water and being roughly 30 years old. I don't want to cut it off and not have the new handle/cartridge work as I'd have the whole house water supply turned off.
Great video. I ordered a Delta Tub and Shower P. When I got it I see it longer than my existing one as you showed. Is that a problem as the original 2 bottom channels are shorter but it did show P. Can I use it in the existing plumbing ? You were very informative Thanks
6:21, you can also use WD 40 & let that soak in. But after these valves have been in for some time with all that calcium & hard water build up, everything just freezes up so one may just have to do with a cartridge replacement. I wish they would do with out these Allen wrench handles I would prefer the screw type as the Allen nuts are hard to access.
Rp46074 cartridge: why do both of the bottom valve connections keep popping out of the cartridge? The cartridge is only a few months old. When the end pieces come off, the valve leaks. Is this problem with this cartridge type?
So I have the ball. My faucet is leaking and I'm not sure to remove the cartridge, to get to the ball, to replace the seat and spring. I was told feels doesn't seem this lot anymore. What do you suggest?
If you have the ball type, remove the front dome style but carefully. If it's tight you may need to cut it off and replace the nut so it doesn't ruin the valve body. After the nut is off all the parts should pull out
Great video to watch before I start my bathroom project. Only question I have is are all manufacturers compatible with each other, I currently have an older peerless model which looks like its the one with the blue valve body so what has to happen in order for me to say id like to put in a new Moen system? Hope I dont need a new rough in valve..... 😔
Oh man this is a special video.. Exactly what i need.. Now i know which cartridge i have to buy before i start working on my Delta.. I subscribe.. Very info video
If i send a pic of my faucet can you tell me what cartridge id need?
I know I’m late to this video. But Delta offers a lifetime warranty on cartridges. You can call Delta and even if you do not know which faucet/cartridge you need, they will help you identify the faucet and cartridge you need. You will either take a picture and text it to them or a video and they can identify a faucet. And they will send out the cartridge for free.
The cartridges are about $70.
My house was built in 1970. I had no idea where to start. Delta website didn't go back that far. Thank you for explaining and telling exactly what I need. Beyond awesome!!!
Thank you for your video. I couldn't even begin to fix my leak until I found out what kind of assembly I have first, and I was able to find out through your video. Just to let everyone know, I had a little drip leak out of my tub spout and called a plumber out to give me an estimate. He didn't turn the water off, and open it up to see anything, but just looked and told me he had to replace the cartridge and it would cost $275.00. I thought that sounded outrageous, so I again turned to youtube. I am an older lady with arthritis, so if I can do this, anyone can! I watched this video, and found out I don't even have a cartridge in my set-up! I have the first one, the one with a ball and little spring and rubber do-dad. I found the spring and rubber set on amazon for around 5 bucks. Today, I turned my water off and started to open it up and used pliers to grab the old rubber and spring out and inserted the new ones and put everything back on. Ty so much!
Very cool.
This was really helpful! We had a leaky shower that was getting worse and we were to identify the correct parts and make the repair. Deeply appreciated!
I will probably not ever watch one of these videos again. But this alone deserves a like and a sub. You are doing Gods work. TY soooo much. 🙏✌
My house was built in 1995, it has a Delta shower faucet system using the ball the old type of system. Now I know what to buy, thank you.
OH wow!!!! What a blessing!!!
I have a delta valve system in a standup shower in a 20 year old home that we bought 3 years ago... we are in love with the home and property. I notice I had a continual leak was coming from the Control valve through the shower head, instead of cutting into the Sheetrock, I decided to do all the replacement work through the hole in the shower wall. I grinded all the Pex rings off, and pulled the old valve out-and replacement with the new. I bought a regular plunger to install in the new valve. But I didn’t know they have changed to a new plunger with longer legs to fit the deeper valve.. !!!!!!!
What this video did for me was highlight the part number of the part that I needed to replace the shorter leg plunger...Thank you for a simple idea to include part numbers, with that,, I went to Lowe’s and picked it right up... I only had some much time to fixed this. And you saved me a bunch of wasted time!!!!!!! Thank You Jesus that I watched your instructional,, it’s exactly what I needed,
Thanks Rusty
AMEN for this video. My house was built in '99 and Delta's website does not have my shower handle even listed. LIFE SAVER!
Thank you.! Very great rundown on all the different types of Delta cartridges. I was able to run to town and grab what I needed without shutting down my main supply. Great video and explanations.
Excellent! Thanks very much. All companies should make videos like this on their own products. It should be taught as Public Relations 101.
Thank you for the kind words.
This was such a great video and so helpful for a single elderly woman, I think if I get correct parts I can repair my leaking faucets. Thanks for posting this wonderful video.
Huge THANK YOU my friend. You saved the day for me in my hunt for the right cartridge. I just checked the model I bought at the HD and luckily I picked out the right one. I plan to tackle this job tomorrow to stop the leak. I have a stuck set screw that is causing me huge bung hole pains though. I hope I don't end up having to bore it out and needing a new handle!
Whaaa-Hoooo!!! Thanks guys!! Lifted a major burden off my mind! Especially the pressure balanced part- couldn’t figure out why I couldn’t get any water out of the spigot with only the cold side hooked up, now I know! And I likely won’t have to replace anything, just get the hot side going! 😀😀 BIG thanks!
This video helped me buy exactly what I needed and fix the faucet on the first try.
awesome thanks for watching
Thank you for the discrimination of the rp19804. Old verses new. Colors being different. Helped a lot
Some good info but you should talk about the pot-metal handles secured by an allen screw that won't come out. Also, on those round "nuts" that hold the cartridge in, a rubber strap wrench works wonders! If you try grabbing it with pliers/Channel Locks, it ovals and holds that much tighter. I also apply a little grease (Lithium works fine) to the threads. That will help insure that the nut comes off easily.
Thanks. Your information/ demonstration saved me a costly call to the plumber. Outstanding info video
Dude this is a great video! on the Delta Nuts though when they freeze on there your best bet is spraying them with some CLR or that WD 40 rust/corrosion release stuff and then using a strap wrench ive been able to get every single one off using that method without having to cut them and we have terrible hard water with chloramines in it out here in southern California. Very informative video though man keep it up!
You should make a video showing how to do that. Would really help alot of people.
One of the issues is people using channel locks on them. They end up egging the ring and then it’s a bitch to get off. Try spinning it with your hand and a rag to grip it with. If you use channel locks dont grip it real tight. Easy does it is best. If it fails cut it off.
Had no idea the delta cartridge comes apart but twisting it. Gotta try this on the broken one I have. Thanks
Thank you! Now I know what I need. This is what kids should watch.
Great instructional video. Question. If we have the old (first) model you showed...can it be upgraded /replaced with a newer model. Presumably, a professional plumber could be engaged to swap one out for the other?
Helpful video. This cleared up things that the Delta video should have covered better. Now I know I don't have to look for a "seat & spring" kit as it is already inside the cartridge that I need.
Fantastic comprehensive demonstration on Delta faucets, keep up the great work!
Thanks!! Replacing ours from 1998 been super reliable.
Great video! Exactly what I have been looking for to explain the various Delta shower faucets. And thanks for the part numbers!
So I bought a new delta shower system at Lowe’s to replace the old system and as you know, the valve cartridge’s are different! Of course they are!! Is my only option to replace the main brass valve body in the wall or try to find a shower system that uses the same cartridge? The current cartridge looks to be like the last in your video and seems to be a shallow mount? The new cartridge is like that longer version you showed with the two distinct sides of hot and cold… house was built in the 2009 and this is the original. Thanks so much for the guidance!
The best….
Appreciate this! I was trying to figure out how to know which cartridge I needed, the pre-2006 or post-2006, and come to find out I DON'T need a cartridge, I need the Delta ball that you described. Thank you for your great description of how to tell which I needed! Do you feel it's pretty easy to change that for a novice?
Thanks for doing this. Concise, informative, excellent. You saved me a lot of time and heartache!
Great video!! I've got a "Golden" LOL Delta Monitor shower faucet from around 1984. This gives me great insight to what I'm gonna need. Looks like the blue bottom one is what I'm probally gonna find. Thanks!!
Plumbing Pro, Thank you for showing us the different cartridges, answered a lot of questions, I had about my Shower set up
Thanks for answering my email within 15 minutes at 10pm! Exactly what I needed
This is very helpful, just wondering if you have a video tutorial changing dual handle to a single?
I just want to say you’re an absolute legend thank you so much
I just replaced one of these today. If the round nut holding your valve in place won't come loose here are the methods I tried.
1. WD-40 or LIthium Grease.
2. Two pipe wrenches, didn't budge.
3. Filed a slot in the top of the nut for my flat-head screwdriver to fit and attempt to tap loose with my hammer, didn't budge.
4. I learned calcium builds ups inside the nut. I took my hammer and lightly tapped around the entirety of the nut a handful of times to attempt to break up the calcium deposits.
5. Tried with the pipe wrench a few more times, it finally budged and loosened up.
When you go your local hardware store with your existing valve to match up for a new one ensure you also purchase Plumber's Grease. You will coat the O-rings of your new valve with the Plumbers Grease to slide into the fitting easy. Without the Plumber's Grease I could not seat my new valve completely into the fitting.
Good luck!
Great video, explained exactly what I needed to know to get my Delta shower cartridge replaced.
Excellent! No nonsense technical info. Nice job!
Thanks!! By far the best explanation and description
of Delta Cartridges.. Delta should put a little something extra in your envelope this month...lol
Fantastic video-huge help on determining what Delta system we had. Thank you!!
The ring that screws off. You talked about cutting it to be able to remove it. That’s what I have to do. Do you have a video on how to do that?
Came to ask the same question.
Thank you very much for this excellent video, I have problem with stuck nut I can't move it , for delta tow hands faucet ,
Thanks for sharing your plumbing parts expertise!
Now I know I have a 1500 or 1700 series cartridge, and I just need to figure out how to get the handle off.
Surely there's a video somewhere to help with that...
In exchange, I'll offer a production tip:
When you want to show us a close-up view, hold the part in one hand, and hold your other hand up flat to the camera, close behind the part.
Sorta like you're directing traffic, telling the viewer STOP!
The camera's auto-focus and auto-exposure will adjust themselves to your flat hand, which is about right for the part, instead of to your face.
If the part's too big to use your hand as a backdrop, find a stiff flat neutral color medium-dark matte (not shiny) thing to hold behind it.
The recycled cardboard back of a legal pad should be about right, but you can use almost anything to give the camera a backdrop.
Awesome thanks for the tip 👍
You recommend cutting the nut off 19804 that is tight. How do you recommend cutting the the nut off? Maybe better said what tool do you use?
I came here looking for the right cartridge to order since I'm DIYing it this time. This is the third time I've had to make this repair since getting this delta faucet 5 years ago. If this is normal for Delta can someone tell me what other brand won't fail every 12 to 18 months?!
thank you for this video! so helpful in figuring out how to fix my shower. thank you!!
Thanks this was a great video to help me identify what carriage I will need for my delta shower. I don't have the leaking that most videos I have seen are referring to what I have is the hot water doesn't last very long but I will have hot water at all the other faucets in the house. Im using my automotive background and assuming that the spring on the hot side is weak and just gets over run by the cold be water. From what you have mentioned in the video I have the 1700 series.
amzn.to/340Nqf6. Here's the cartridge, if there's a lack of hit water the cartridge must be replaced due to the pressure balance portion failing.
That’s the video I needed! Could you please indicate the part numbers of the first (oldest) valve (the ball with rubber and springs)? Thank you so much!
Thanks for the video. I changed the delta valve cartridge but still there is leaking from the showerhead. Do you have any recommendations for what to do in this case? See 5:30 minutes.
My unit was in the house when we moved in and I don’t know which model. You pull it to turn it on and swivels for Hot or Cold.
ohhhhh yeah this is a very helpful video.. Exactly what I need it right Now ,I know which cartridge I have to buy before I start working on mine, thanks Bud :)
Great informative video but cannot get the bonnet off even using channel locks. You said to cut it off. With what and how?
To cut the nut off, use a small hand saw. These are sometimes called a "tiny tim" I have even used a hack saw blade, wrap a few layers of duct tape halfway up and use as a handle. Cut halfway thru the nut. Then use a large flathead screwdriver and place in the cut groove. Twist the screwdriver causing the nut to crack. At this point you should be able to peel the nut off and replace
Never use a channel locks.... You'll egg out the bonnet and smash the threads. Use a rubber belt tool.
Thank you sir for you & your absol' invaluable video; You made parts buying a breeze for me here recently &-
This is one of the best vids ever to hit YT... Because of its usefulness...
Thank you a million times over again‼️
I found this so useful and informational. Thanks!
I agree with a previous comment you received..."You are doing God's work!" (And you probably didn't even know it...lol). Thank you for your informative video sir🙏 As a landlord for the past 25 years with numerous Delta faucets in units and trying to keep track of it all, this video has been SUCH A BLESSING! You rock brother!
10:05 RP70538 you say the longer bonnet nut is not usually needed, but the part RP75852 is discontinued. What bonnet nut will work with a new Peerless RP70538 cart. The body is Delta B112900 thanks.
Can I use the Delta Porter shower cartridge with my existing rough setup? I will be using the new handle, face plate, and cartridge but don't want to mess with the rough connection. My old setup is Delta with a separate water temperature control and the new combines the flow and temperature.
Thank you so much for taking the time to make and post this video. It gave me the confidence to go ahead and tackle old leaky shower faucet. Seems 99% of faucets in my house are Delta, so other cartridge info is a big bonus for me. Thanks again.
Very good explanation
Thanks for your time and dedication to help people.
Thanks for this video. I have that ball style. Helpful.
I don't know which cartridge I need, faucet has control for water temp, and an on/off lever as well. It was installed in the 90's. Any idea which cartridge I need? Thanks!!
I have a B510LF single handle bathroom faucet. Uses the ball, seats and springs and a seal cap on top. I bought a Moen kit because most of the parts looked identical. I used the parts that looked the same but it still leaked.
Are Delta and Moen interchangeable for some parts?
After changing the blue cartridge twice now I still have a leak....any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks for very good collective information. This helps a lot of time, especially in terms of shutting off the water to find out what you have. With your video, I believe to have the ball version (the handle and the dome chrome beneath), how do I go by replacing it to Rp46074 type. I assume I will have to replace the valve body, but will I have to replace the handle and the wall cover place? Will the debt allocated for the ball type be sufficient for the Rp46074 as you mentioned to be longer? If possible a video would help if there is one on youtube.
I just bought one of the blue ones to replace an older one that the plumbing supply store thought would work. The replacement is rp19804. But it appears to be a little too long as it won't fit into the slots. It's just a little too far out of the wall and the knot will not go on. I'm at a loss as to which one I need, lol.
The blue one is the shortest one. Can you email us a picture of your faucet and the old cartridge
So if your shower no longer produces hot water does the cartridge need replacing? I have hot water from the sink in the bathroom just not from the shower.
That is correct
Plumbing Parts Pro thx! Your video was a life saver.
My house was built in 1983. What cartridge am I most likely to have? Set screw is corroded beyond unscrewing. Want to know what I need to have before I have to possibly damage the old cartridge.
The ball handle also rocks up to turn on and then left and right for hot/cold and rocks down to turn off.
I have a job where I have the Delta ball, but it has a little guide pin inside. And the only ball I can find a fitted is the replacement for the sink faucet. 😔
Sorry, but the popular RP19804 is different from its replacement RP46074 in not only length of cylinders going into the valve body, but the cylinders are spaced differently as well. I learned this the hard way when trying upgrade my single handle RP19804 with a 17 series cartridge. The newer RP46074 in your video has cylinders closer to eachother, when compared to RP19804, and will not fit into original valve body. This is visually apparent even in the video. I'm still not sure if my RP19804 single handle can be upgraded to 1700 series dual handle cartridge or not.
That is correct the RP19804 and the RP46074 are different as I mentioned in the video. They Do Not interchange. Also the valve body for the RP19894 will NOT accommodate a 17 series cartridge. You are pretty much stuck with the RP19804 until you change the valve body with the newer multi choice body which will fit the RP46074 or the 17 series. If you have any other questions feel free to contact us. Thank you for watching.
@@PlumbingPartsPro this is what I thought, in order to upgrade I will need to replace the plumbed in valve, bummer. Thank you for the reply.
Very well explained, this video answered alot of my questions. Thank you
Very informative and helpful. I wish there was more content out there like this for us DIYers.
Only thing to suggest would be to grab the up close shots of your pieces (if you have more content showing detail shots) separately and drop them into the video. This would require video editing software to ome degree, not sure if that is practical. The problem is your lighting is great for your dialog shot but is totally blowing out the details on the pieces being so close to the light. You can make out the details you are describing but only barely.
I would be useful to know what years the different valves were in production.
What is the part number for the first model you showed with the ball and stem
That was a huge help with a problem I have right now. Thanks so much. Liked and subscribed
Is there any sort of upgrade cartridge for the old style ball and seal without replacing the whole faucet? Something to get rid of the old metal ball setup. I have had trouble with drips even after replacing the ball and seals. I have used the Delta RP44123 kit and aftermarket kits. Still no problems with mineral buildup even on a 50 year old faucet. Good video.
I have a delta 1700 monitor i hate the handle setup can i replace the configuration without having to cut out the brass and start all over thanks
Delta scale control single handle faucet 45 yrs old what would be the replacement cartidge, can you advise? Thanks
This is an awesome video. I struggled to find Delta parts at Home Depot last night. I wonder when the time comes, is it easy to replace the old bath faucet with a brand new one all together, with a small hole behind the circulate plate? Thank you.
I have an old Delta faucet in my kitchen probably from around 2004. I need to know the exact type of cartridges but even Delta gave me the wrong information because it's not used springs. Where do I send a picture to get information? Thank you
NM I found an email and sent you one
Omg u may of saved my bacon..I see the asse1016 p delta on the brass ring..trying to change cartridge as shower head leaking...which cartridge can I buy if you know thanks..house built 1988..I have managed to get most of the hardware off..but turning water off now..lol I forgot to
For RP70538 cartridge, is the check value assembly RP73625 needed? We had that with ours, but we don’t have circles for shower valve rough in depth, the shape actual matches the end of the cartridge so I’m wondering what it’s for.
Hello! We are in need of just the seat and spring as we built in 1994. Do you have an item number for the Delta? Thanks much!
When replace the Ring nut can I apply some anti seize for next time easy removal
Yes but only use plumbers grease ,not putty.
I have a delta B114900 faucet, I'm looking for the replacement cartridge part #.
Thank you.
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Have shower handle , thinking 1700 Delta ? Handle is dual a large cold , smaller for hot , both hard to turn or off .
hi,, i changed out the cartrige on my shower valve with PN 19804 but the new part was too short to reach in and control anything. my valve is labled '14 multichoice'. comparing the two parts side by side, the new one is about 1/4 in shorter.
what part do i need?
thank you!!!!
This is a great video; thanks for making it. You made this effort so much easier to understand for a DIY guy like myself. I can move forward with the repairs now with more confidence.
The set screw on my RP 46074 has rounded off the stem as I had frequently had to tighten it. Is this a common problem with delta? Why is the end of the stem H shaped?
Incredibly esoteric, exactly what I was searching for. I think Cristobal beat me to the punchline - this is a special video - and we love it.
Extremely helpful. Thanks!!
Do you have photos of the different valves, especially inside where cartridge inserted? Cannot find anything to identify valve. Thank you.
Email us a picture and we will try to help. Info@plumbingpartspro.cim
Is there any real function difference between the two valves? Im replacing an pre 2007 delta shower hardware with a new unit. The new hardware came with the longer stems (RP46074). I bought a new Blue cartridge (RP19804) that fit the valve already installed. I test fitted the newer handle and it all seems to work fine but was unable to test hot water due to not having the shower wet in yet. I had no way to run it long enough. I just turned it on and made sure water could flow.
Could you please tell
Me what cartridge do i need for Delta T17494-SS ?
If I am understanding correctly, If you have to lift the handle to get water does that mean its the old ball type?
Ok, Im not a plumber so I'm really confused. I currently have a 90's style handle that says Delta Scald-guard on it. I want to change the handle for a more modern look so I bought a Delta Foundations handle. What I'm confused about is whether or not this new handle in compatible with the current valve thats behind the wall. Or do I need a different cartridge to plug into this new Foundations handle to make it compatible?? I have no idea, any help would be amazing!
Email info@plumbingpartspro.com with a picture of the faucet and handle. Most of the foundation model handles wont fit the older ones but we will take a look
@@PlumbingPartsPro So more than likely I'd have to have the whole valve, handle and cartridge installed to make the whole system updated? I will try and send a pic, however I cant get the ring off of the old cartridge due to hard water and being roughly 30 years old. I don't want to cut it off and not have the new handle/cartridge work as I'd have the whole house water supply turned off.
@@Weinmaste yeah just send pics. Most parts are still available
Great video. I ordered a Delta Tub and Shower P. When I got it I see it longer than my existing one as you showed. Is that a problem as the original 2 bottom channels are shorter but it did show P. Can I use it in the existing plumbing ? You were very informative Thanks
Send us a picture of the old and new items and we can help info@plumbingpartspro.com
6:21, you can also use WD 40 & let that soak in. But after these valves have been in for some time with all that calcium & hard water build up, everything just freezes up so one may just have to do with a cartridge replacement. I wish they would do with out these Allen wrench handles I would prefer the screw type as the Allen nuts are hard to access.
Rp46074 cartridge: why do both of the bottom valve connections keep popping out of the cartridge? The cartridge is only a few months old. When the end pieces come off, the valve leaks. Is this problem with this cartridge type?
So I have the ball. My faucet is leaking and I'm not sure to remove the cartridge, to get to the ball, to replace the seat and spring. I was told feels doesn't seem this lot anymore. What do you suggest?
If you have the ball type, remove the front dome style but carefully. If it's tight you may need to cut it off and replace the nut so it doesn't ruin the valve body. After the nut is off all the parts should pull out
Great thourough Vid!
Thanks Chief!
I'm trying to change a 1700 series to a 13/14. Do I have to do something internally??
Great video to watch before I start my bathroom project. Only question I have is are all manufacturers compatible with each other, I currently have an older peerless model which looks like its the one with the blue valve body so what has to happen in order for me to say id like to put in a new Moen system? Hope I dont need a new rough in valve..... 😔