This video is so helpful - thank you!!! My bathtub faucets are always leaking and I constantly have to replace the washers. I finally bought good washers from home depot and watched your video before doing the work. I didn't know you had to tighten the packing nut to prevent the water from leaking out of the handle! I have not replaced the seats yet but that will be my next step.
Thanks. Your video helped me out today to replace old Gerber faucets in a shower. I was able to remove the seats. I had to cut off both H and C handles because I just couldn't get them separated from the stem. On one I couldn't even get the screw out. Only 2 trips to Home Depot, lol.
I have the same, and I needed to know if plumber putty or tape was needed on the threads. Also didn't know how to remove those seats. Thanks very helpful. I got full replacement parts for $60. Kit-GE113 Gerber 3-Valve
Very helpful. Think I’m dealing with original plumbing from the 70s. First seat came out fine with the tools, 2nd(hot water) was already so corroded it looked rounded. Tried the screw driver a couple times and it wouldn’t catch. Decided to give it 5 solid taps with a hammer and was able to get it turning. I thought this was the end for this DIY, it wasn’t. Thanks for the help!
That's an Oldie but Goodie.Tim,i remember that book in one of your UA-cam videos a few years ago.i called that number,and some guy told me they only give them out to major plumbing business's. i thought that was arrogant of him.that's a must book to have though.LIKE.
Hey Chuck, do you know if the whole valve body gets replaced in the gerber style 3 handle systems, or if you ever replaced one? I repaired the seat and OEM valve on the cold side twice and it still leaks out of the spout. I give up. My house is from the late 50s-60s and I think this is the original valve body since then. - Thank you
I am having trouble getting the seat in properly with a Pfister stem, and not getting a good seal with washer. I want to switch to ceramic. I want to use Gerber ceramic stem. Will that Gerber work with the pipe in the wall without a stem?
Thanks for this video. It was very helpful seeing how this came apart and went back together. I found that you can use a 7/8" socket to remove the valve, a 3/4" socket or wrench on the packing nut, and the seat can be removed and installed with a 1/4" drive extension with no socket on the end. Despite replacing the seat and the valve, I found I still could not get the water to turn off completely. One time the screw that holds the washer onto the end of the valve backed itself out so the washer was nearly falling off. A second time I screwed the screw that holds the washer on very tight, but this deformed the washer and it did not seat properly and leaked. Despite correcting these things, I find I still need to turn the handle as hard as I can clockwise and the water still barely drips a bit, even with the new valve, new washer, and new seat. I don't know what else to try here. If you have a suggestion as to what else might be wrong here please let me know, I'd appreciate it.
Question for old Gerber 3 valve shower/tub faucet... dealing with leak, purchase the correct faucet rebulider kit but unfortunately the back seats were all rusted stripped in that no Allen wrench was able to GRIP it to take it out. i Did not have a extractor tool so used a "faucet reseating tool" (manually) to recreate a new surface (as close to smooth as I could). Leak is significantly reduced however it still leaks. Would you suggest getting a actual seat EXTRACTOR to once again try pulling it out of there? Or just replace the entire shower valve in the back wall??
Thanks for the video Tim the company I use to work for doesn't allow any of the workers to let their pants sag or no facial hair nether we had to shave ,but I went out on my own.
This little ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxVoi3B4CB6Oygq1-vo4OTL1M_M5JkrXif tub works perfect in our 6 x 6 shower and is easy to get in and out. Also easy to drain.
How do I know the valve brand so I buy the right replacement? Or all the after market fits anywhere I mean will Gerber fits in place of delta’s and so forth My bathtub valve needs replacement and I want to order the right replacement before I remove the valve Thanks
Possibly the single most useful video I've ever watched on UA-cam.
This video is so helpful - thank you!!! My bathtub faucets are always leaking and I constantly have to replace the washers. I finally bought good washers from home depot and watched your video before doing the work. I didn't know you had to tighten the packing nut to prevent the water from leaking out of the handle! I have not replaced the seats yet but that will be my next step.
Great repair. Awesome book. Thank you for taking us along, Tim. Stay safe and stay warm
As a father who doesn’t quit, until the plumber the wife calls shows up, thanks for the help Tim😂
I have one of those baked in my bathroom and need replacement. Thanks Tim, this is a detailed video, that’s helpful to me.
Funny how you posted the shower valve replacement! My friend had a plumber over yesterday and did the same thing!
Thanks. Your video helped me out today to replace old Gerber faucets in a shower. I was able to remove the seats. I had to cut off both H and C handles because I just couldn't get them separated from the stem. On one I couldn't even get the screw out. Only 2 trips to Home Depot, lol.
Very good, informative video. I learned a lot. May even try the repair myself.
Small worId! I'm in Satellite Beach on Hamlin and stumbled upon your video. Great instruction, thanks!
Thanks for watching
Wow. Over 60 year old valve. Nice job Tim
Fantastic video! Saved me $400!!
I have the same, and I needed to know if plumber putty or tape was needed on the threads. Also didn't know how to remove those seats. Thanks very helpful. I got full replacement parts for $60. Kit-GE113 Gerber 3-Valve
use silicone paste on the threads. for the next guy to remove!
Would be nice if you gave the name of the tool to remove the seats thank you
Very helpful. Think I’m dealing with original plumbing from the 70s. First seat came out fine with the tools, 2nd(hot water) was already so corroded it looked rounded. Tried the screw driver a couple times and it wouldn’t catch. Decided to give it 5 solid taps with a hammer and was able to get it turning. I thought this was the end for this DIY, it wasn’t. Thanks for the help!
Thank you for this video. It helped me out a lot. You’re awesome!!!!!!
That's an Oldie but Goodie.Tim,i remember that book in one of your UA-cam videos a few years ago.i called that number,and some guy told me they only give them out to major plumbing business's. i thought that was arrogant of him.that's a must book to have though.LIKE.
Love these videos from Tim.
Hey Chuck, do you know if the whole valve body gets replaced in the gerber style 3 handle systems, or if you ever replaced one? I repaired the seat and OEM valve on the cold side twice and it still leaks out of the spout. I give up. My house is from the late 50s-60s and I think this is the original valve body since then. - Thank you
I am having trouble getting the seat in properly with a Pfister stem, and not getting a good seal with washer. I want to switch to ceramic. I want to use Gerber ceramic stem. Will that Gerber work with the pipe in the wall without a stem?
No water shutoff inside the property?
Thanks for this video. It was very helpful seeing how this came apart and went back together. I found that you can use a 7/8" socket to remove the valve, a 3/4" socket or wrench on the packing nut, and the seat can be removed and installed with a 1/4" drive extension with no socket on the end. Despite replacing the seat and the valve, I found I still could not get the water to turn off completely. One time the screw that holds the washer onto the end of the valve backed itself out so the washer was nearly falling off. A second time I screwed the screw that holds the washer on very tight, but this deformed the washer and it did not seat properly and leaked. Despite correcting these things, I find I still need to turn the handle as hard as I can clockwise and the water still barely drips a bit, even with the new valve, new washer, and new seat. I don't know what else to try here. If you have a suggestion as to what else might be wrong here please let me know, I'd appreciate it.
This is money. Ty
Question for old Gerber 3 valve shower/tub faucet... dealing with leak, purchase the correct faucet rebulider kit but unfortunately the back seats were all rusted stripped in that no Allen wrench was able to GRIP it to take it out. i Did not have a extractor tool so used a "faucet reseating tool" (manually) to recreate a new surface (as close to smooth as I could). Leak is significantly reduced however it still leaks. Would you suggest getting a actual seat EXTRACTOR to once again try pulling it out of there? Or just replace the entire shower valve in the back wall??
just what I was looking for. thanks.
New valves seats washers still leaks the same gerber?
Very good and professional. Thank you
Great video 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Thanks for the video Tim the company I use to work for doesn't allow any of the workers to let their pants sag or no facial hair nether we had to shave ,but I went out on my own.
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What do you do if the seats strip out when trying to remove them?
You may have to replace the whole valve
What's the name of the tool you use for the seat Please? Where can I find that book please?
I got a gerber remodeling kit but the new stems, while longer, are too short to reach the handles. This is confusing, any suggestions?
Plumber putty? Only one valve seat?
So helpful! Thanks! Question.... Why do we spray silicone in? I did it...but just curious the reason?
I have a 1960 home with a gerber and I'm not even able to get the stem off by hand for a removal/replace with a wrench. Should I use some WD40 first?
Yes always lube those parts up and let it sit for a while before trying to removing them
tim hi I saw this video where can I buy one of these manuals?
Good job!
How much do something like this cost?
What do you do when a diverter isn't diverting?
If you find out let me know because i can’t get my diverter out.
Where can I get the book?
I have this faucet. Can you tell me what product number I need to order?
This little ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxVoi3B4CB6Oygq1-vo4OTL1M_M5JkrXif tub works perfect in our 6 x 6 shower and is easy to get in and out. Also easy to drain.
How do I know the valve brand so I buy the right replacement?
Or all the after market fits anywhere
I mean will Gerber fits in place of delta’s and so forth
My bathtub valve needs replacement and I want to order the right replacement before I remove the valve
Thanks
No it’s not a universal fit gerber to gerber
Could you use wd40? Can you put pipe dope on those seats? Thank you
Do you have a link for that book?
www.centralcomponents.com/
Awesome
Loved the guy that had plumber butt
that dont make them like that anymore...made in the U S A
Can’t see anything he is doing
This is great! Where can I buy the valve seat tool?