This tap started leaking the day before I went on holiday (typical). After my return and extended holiday, I bought a new tap. Unfortunately fitting this was not simple, I’m just glad that I have a lot of plumbing components in the garage 😉 Please spare a thought for plumbers, who have to do crap jobs like this on a daily basis! I hope everyone has a great Sunday 😉
Hello. Can i ask why you would need to put in a flexi tail adaptor please? On a normal fitting, would it be ok just to screw on the flexi tail straight onto an isolation valve? Appreciate any guidance. Thanks
@@karimabdullah2925 Years ago, I was told by a plumber (ex-British gas) that you could just connect the flexi to a compression fitting or isolation valve, but they are not flat, where it connects to the flexi tail. Now you can get flexi tail adaptors (which are flat) and you can also get compression isolation valves with a flat end that are specifically for connecting up flexi tails. fave.co/2JMj3xb Thanks for the comment
I just want to say that I have fitted or replaced 3 or 4 of these and I know how to do it. Nevertheless, when this video popped up on my subscriptions list I wanted to watch immediately. The reason being is that it's just a joy to watch you do jobs and listen you to explain things thoroughly and concisely. Thanks for everything you share. 👍🏼
Great instructional video for a woman who does her on DIY jobs in the house . Thanks a lot . Now just need to get long pipe spanner set & am ready to replace my old vanity basin tap 🚰 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👌🏽
I always make sure to have a roll of blue paper towel when doing any plumbing work. It's much easier to see if anything is leaking using the blue paper towel compared to white kitchen towel. Thanks for the video and proving you are also a contortionist; fitting a camera, your tools and yourself under that sink at the same time : )
Don't bloody mention bathrooms to me after the week I've had😬😬😬. You did excellent getting you camera round under the back of that sink👍👍. Very good demo cheers👍👍.
A very useful video for anyone who is not used to doing this kind of work. Must have been a nightmare getting the camera and lighting correct. Well done mate and thanks 👍
Brilliant idea using the ratchet on the box spanner! I use blue paper roll rather than kitchen roll when checking for leaks. If the blue roll gets wet it changes colour, making it easier to spot the leak. I learned that from my uncle who is a plumber.
Great video, as usual. My tips are if you can dismantle the waste pipe. Even if you have to purchase a new joint to reconnect. Saves time. Do not install the flexible connections until the tap is in securely in place. As you said the joint only needs to be hand tight and if these are not in-situ before fixing the tap in position then it leaves just that little bit more room to do up the fixing nut(s).
Really useful vid and reassuring to see even you had a small weep of water on one joint, this only ever happens to me when things are fitted in the most awkward of places or as I’m packing up to go home. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Yeah, whoever installed the two water pipes so close together (and so close to the waste pipe), did not do me any favours. Tiny weeps are often inevitable with compression fittings, but are normally easily fixed. Thanks for the comment 👍
Great video thanks. Would be great to see a video on the turning cold + hot water off sequences. And also, how to avoid air locks, especially hot water. Cheers
I'm afraid I have a combination boiler, so it does not matter in my house, I just switch off the main incoming stop tap and it stops the hot and cold water. Thanks for the comment 👍
Yeah, this was an awkward one. After spending 3 hours filming it, I probably spent over 20 hours editing the footage (mainly editing out the swearing) Thanks for the comment 👍
it my look a simple job but awkward place to work and if you don't have a the right tools and the knowledge it my turn to be complicated job enjoyed the video.
Good video again Chez. You managed to do it without all the grunting and swearing I normally do. I think anything under a sink or washbasin is my least favourite job. There always seems to be a ruddy great big "black 'arry" spider up there as well just waiting to run down your arm!
I had not seen them before, but just found them on the BES website- www.bes.co.uk/flat-faced-straight-isolation-valve-15mm-x-1-2-bsp-pm-23573 They are a great idea 👍 Thanks for the comment
Can you please tell me the make and supplier you purchased the box spanner as I can't find one that has this ratchet attachment at any shop near me or online either. Great video I have one to do myself soon so you times it well.
It is just a standard box spanner, I think this is the set that I bought- fave.co/3pQF2EZ Then you use a ratchet and a socket on the end of the box spanner Thanks for the comment 👍
@barry allan The tape reduces the likelihood of fittings seizing from corrosion over many years. Otherwise you may waste time and effort having to cut fitting apart, extend and re-braze as such.
Yes, but that would have meant a trip to the next town ( 10 mile round trip). Sometimes it is just easier to extend the pipes ;-) Thanks for the comment 👍
You can just use a compression flat faced isolation valve on the end of the plastic pipe, you will of course need a pipe insert. www.bes.co.uk/flat-faced-straight-isolation-valve-15mm-x-1-2-bsp-pm-23573/ This video might help- ua-cam.com/video/OuOdkjMLFKA/v-deo.html&t
This job is even harder when you've got arthritus in the hand that is the only one you can get in there and you wear glasses and they keep slipping . Saying that I don't usually have a problem using Jedi skills from years of experience. Again great vid ,thanks
Good video mate 👍 i changed the taps on my bath recently no room whatsoever nearly broke my back on my side tryna reach the old nuts with some right angled grip spanner thing i bought from screwfix, keyhole heart surgery would of been easier 😂
Good video. Question: what do you have to do when it's a kitchen sink mixer tap and the cowboy kitchen fitter has made sure you can't access the tightening nut? Does the sink have to come out?
Yes, if you can't get to the nut, you can remove the waste trap, then remove the clips holding the sink down, then flip it over. Thanks for the comment 👍
You will only find a problem when you isolate the valve, with mains pressure water behind it. When they are manufactured they install the ball from one side, and they are designed so that the water will flow through that way. But if they are installed the wrong way around, when the isolation valve is shut and there is pressure behind it, the ball can be forced out- which will get you very wet- very quickly!
A very good video. When I have to use compression fittings (much prefer soldered) I always use PTFE tape. Seems odd not seeing it used. Almost asking for a leak.
@@ultimatehandyman I've found PTFE tape useful on compression fittings at my Mums. She's had a plumber in the past who apparently liked to 'He-Man' everything and some of the pipework is well crushed; the tape comes in useful for when those joints & fittings inevitably fail suddenly.
There was no need to. It can be difficult getting the old olive off, so removing it is not something I'd do unless it would not re-seal. Thanks for the comment
I understand they are difficult to remove.. I was of the opinion they are one use only, I understand now this might not be the case. really like your videos, took a lot away from this one as well as the rest, the box spanner idea is definitely something I will use next time I have to do this as the access on most sinks is extremely limited.. keep up your good work!
I was told that you could put a flexi tail straight onto an isolation valve, or a compression fitting (by a ex British gas engineer), but they are quite sharp at the end. The tap tail adaptors are completely flat, so will seal better against the rubber washer. I've connected them to the isolation valves in the past, but the adaptors are much better. Thanks for the comment 👍
@@ultimatehandyman Ahh that makes sense. I do always check to make sure the edges are smooth and add a fibre washer in with the rubber washer too. Seems work out well.
I thought about changing the cartridge, but I normally only change the cartridge when they are leaking from the spout, not from the body of the tap. The chrome was pitted as well, so opted to change the whole tap. The last time I replaced a cartridge, I filmed it- ua-cam.com/video/a2prr9ZiFxA/v-deo.html Thanks for the comment 👍
Top Tip: If the flexi tails are supplied pre-packaged and bent double or triple, bound with cable ties or elastic bands DO NOT USE THEM. The rubber inner will be kinked and stressed. In all likelihood they will eventually split and fail and fine mist leak out through the braid.
It's better to use an adaptor, as they are flat on the end, unlike the isolation valves, which are much sharper. Years ago, a British Gas engineer told me to use either an isolation valve or a compression connector, but the flexi tap tail adaptors are much better. Thanks for the comment 👍
The trouble I had is that the pipes go through a small hole cut into a cabinet and I can't reach my hand up to get to the nut that tightens the tap. Tried box spanners but can't see the nut so a pain
@@ultimatehandyman trouble is I can't get to that as they put a cupboard there. I'd have to dismantle the cupboard which is a pain... Or just guess where the nut is ...
@Ultimate Handyman: Just to make life a bit easier: put a little bit of Silicon Caulking (I don't know what you'd call it in the U.K.) onto the inside of that _'Extended Spanner'(?)_ (we'd call that an extension) days before you'd use it. It's so it'll keep a slight amount of grip onto whatever Nut, or Part you're about to screw-down into place! This way, you're not in danger of having to chase-down small, lost parts thoughout the confined space if they fall out! Next: put some Silicone Caulking (Still don't know what you'd call it over there) onto the face of that _'Horseshoe'_ and *_THEN_* seat the Rubber Gasket on top of that! It'll both keep it in place during install, and it will also protect against future Corrosion Damage later on!
One day plumbers might catch up with the rest of the engineering world. And give those multigrip pliers the arse for most jobs. Seen more damage done by plumber butchers with those than a first year apprentice. Used to fit hot water tanks. Could do it twice as fast with proper 1/2 inch drive sockets and spanners than the plumber next to me. And not stuff up the fittings....
This tap started leaking the day before I went on holiday (typical). After my return and extended holiday, I bought a new tap. Unfortunately fitting this was not simple, I’m just glad that I have a lot of plumbing components in the garage 😉
Please spare a thought for plumbers, who have to do crap jobs like this on a daily basis!
I hope everyone has a great Sunday 😉
Hello. Can i ask why you would need to put in a flexi tail adaptor please? On a normal fitting, would it be ok just to screw on the flexi tail straight onto an isolation valve? Appreciate any guidance. Thanks
@@karimabdullah2925 Years ago, I was told by a plumber (ex-British gas) that you could just connect the flexi to a compression fitting or isolation valve, but they are not flat, where it connects to the flexi tail. Now you can get flexi tail adaptors (which are flat) and you can also get compression isolation valves with a flat end that are specifically for connecting up flexi tails. fave.co/2JMj3xb
Thanks for the comment
Bumping one's head is one thing, trying to fix is more. Txs again for your upload, UH!
I just want to say that I have fitted or replaced 3 or 4 of these and I know how to do it. Nevertheless, when this video popped up on my subscriptions list I wanted to watch immediately.
The reason being is that it's just a joy to watch you do jobs and listen you to explain things thoroughly and concisely.
Thanks for everything you share. 👍🏼
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Great instructional video for a woman who does her on DIY jobs in the house . Thanks a lot . Now just need to get long pipe spanner set & am ready to replace my old vanity basin tap 🚰 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👌🏽
Glad it was helpful!
I always make sure to have a roll of blue paper towel when doing any plumbing work. It's much easier to see if anything is leaking using the blue paper towel compared to white kitchen towel.
Thanks for the video and proving you are also a contortionist; fitting a camera, your tools and yourself under that sink at the same time : )
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+1 It turns dark blue when wet, which is much more obvious.
I've fitted a lot of taps and never once thought of using a socket ratchet on the end of the box spanner - bloody genius! 👍
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Don't bloody mention bathrooms to me after the week I've had😬😬😬. You did excellent getting you camera round under the back of that sink👍👍. Very good demo cheers👍👍.
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The handy thing with box spanners is that you can insert one inside the other should you need a little extra reach. Nice video Chez.
Yes, they are a really useful tool for plumbers ;-)
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A very useful video for anyone who is not used to doing this kind of work. Must have been a nightmare getting the camera and lighting correct. Well done mate and thanks 👍
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Been plumbing for 7 years never thought of putting a socket on the end of a box spanner 🔧 will give this a go next time I do a tap. Cheers for the tip
I hope it makes it easier for you ;-)
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Brilliant idea using the ratchet on the box spanner! I use blue paper roll rather than kitchen roll when checking for leaks. If the blue roll gets wet it changes colour, making it easier to spot the leak. I learned that from my uncle who is a plumber.
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most plumber they don't come for a little jobs and if they do the charge a fourteen found this video very informative and useful.
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Great video, as usual.
My tips are if you can dismantle the waste pipe. Even if you have to purchase a new joint to reconnect. Saves time.
Do not install the flexible connections until the tap is in securely in place. As you said the joint only needs to be hand tight and if these are not in-situ before fixing the tap in position then it leaves just that little bit more room to do up the fixing nut(s).
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Yet again very informative and well worth listening to and always very good visually
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Really useful vid and reassuring to see even you had a small weep of water on one joint, this only ever happens to me when things are fitted in the most awkward of places or as I’m packing up to go home. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Yeah, whoever installed the two water pipes so close together (and so close to the waste pipe), did not do me any favours. Tiny weeps are often inevitable with compression fittings, but are normally easily fixed.
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That was brilliantly filmed. A real PITA of a job, great video.
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What a bloody awesome video! You are a pure legend my friend!
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Good to show what you can run into, I would of just used a flexi tail extension in that situation, I had to use one when changing my kitchen tap.
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Great video thanks.
Would be great to see a video on the turning cold + hot water off sequences. And also, how to avoid air locks, especially hot water. Cheers
I'm afraid I have a combination boiler, so it does not matter in my house, I just switch off the main incoming stop tap and it stops the hot and cold water.
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Great video. Plumbing jobs always seem to take me longer than planned!
Yes, it's common for something to take longer than expected with plumbing jobs (for me at least)
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Finally, a challenge worthy of the Ultimate Handyman! I thought this week's video was supposed to be about how to tie your shoelace.
I'm still editing that video ;-)
Good video I didn't even know you could get flexi tale adapters. Also a side note don't just assume the cold is on the right you can get caught out.
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Yep, hot on the right on all the taps here. Good to know there is a kind of standard though.
Screw fix...BRASS COMPRESSION ADAPTING FLEXIBLE TAP ADAPTORS 15MM X ½" 2 PACK (2665R)
A fiddly job well done and made into a very useful video. Have a good day 😉
Yeah, this was an awkward one. After spending 3 hours filming it, I probably spent over 20 hours editing the footage (mainly editing out the swearing)
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I always put pipe compound on my olives makes it easier to tighten up and in future it's easier loosen the nut.
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yea martin I do the same, reusing old olives can some times bite you in the bum..use some ptf tape if you have no joint compound..
moxie mulgrew But don’t put the PTFE tape on the threads like I usually see DIYers doing 😂 does nothing on there.
"Short by an inch" Sounds like a "What she said joke" lol Great info and thumbs up.
Ha Ha
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it my look a simple job but awkward place to work and if you don't have a the right tools and the knowledge it my turn to be complicated job enjoyed the video.
Absolutely. This is one of those jobs that looks easy, but can be a real pain in the backside!
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Excellent video of what is a very fiddly job i have done quite a few of these
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Good video again Chez. You managed to do it without all the grunting and swearing I normally do. I think anything under a sink or washbasin is my least favourite job. There always seems to be a ruddy great big "black 'arry" spider up there as well just waiting to run down your arm!
I did plenty of grunting and swearing, especially when the new flexi tail's were too short!
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another good video from HANDYMAN THANKS
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Super useful!!! Thanks a lot, man!
Glad it helped!
Ultimate Handyman, well done!
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As Wooster said to Jeeves "Jeeves, is there anything you don't know?"
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not sure if have seen them but you can get ballofix with flat face top now,bes supply them
I had not seen them before, but just found them on the BES website- www.bes.co.uk/flat-faced-straight-isolation-valve-15mm-x-1-2-bsp-pm-23573
They are a great idea 👍
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Can you please tell me the make and supplier you purchased the box spanner as I can't find one that has this ratchet attachment at any shop near me or online either. Great video I have one to do myself soon so you times it well.
It is just a standard box spanner, I think this is the set that I bought- fave.co/3pQF2EZ
Then you use a ratchet and a socket on the end of the box spanner
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American here. Nice job. However, with any threaded metal fitting (air or water) applying thread seal tape helps.
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@barry allan The tape reduces the likelihood of fittings seizing from corrosion over many years. Otherwise you may waste time and effort having to cut fitting apart, extend and re-braze as such.
If you have to put tape around anything, it should be put around the olive not the thread.
In the uk if you see tape on the thread it’s a danger sign of diy Jim and it’s a good bet that they’ve messed something else up too
Teflon tape should never be used on theses types of fittings.
Great and clear vid. Could you not have swapped the flexi pipes?
Yes, but that would have meant a trip to the next town ( 10 mile round trip). Sometimes it is just easier to extend the pipes ;-)
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Good video.What if the pipes were plastic what flexi tale do I use thanks
Sorry flexi take adapter
You can just use a compression flat faced isolation valve on the end of the plastic pipe, you will of course need a pipe insert.
www.bes.co.uk/flat-faced-straight-isolation-valve-15mm-x-1-2-bsp-pm-23573/
This video might help- ua-cam.com/video/OuOdkjMLFKA/v-deo.html&t
Great video thanks for posting 👍
You are welcome
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Excellent Video.
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This job is even harder when you've got arthritus in the hand that is the only one you can get in there and you wear glasses and they keep slipping . Saying that I don't usually have a problem using Jedi skills from years of experience. Again great vid ,thanks
I can imagine that making the job much more difficult!
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I got a backache just watching you!
I'm replacing a kitchen tap at my sisters soon, I'm sure that will also be a challenge!
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Good video mate 👍 i changed the taps on my bath recently no room whatsoever nearly broke my back on my side tryna reach the old nuts with some right angled grip spanner thing i bought from screwfix, keyhole heart surgery would of been easier 😂
Bath taps can be a right pain in the backside!
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Grand Job, bit tight in that vanity...
Yes, there was not much room in there!
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Hello - thank you for the excellent content as ever. What is the name of the part you removed before adding the isolation valve?
What time in the video did I do that?
@@ultimatehandyman hello - thank you for the quick reply. It’s at 6.17.
@@lukek4516 Thanks, That is a 15mm compression to 1/2" BSP adaptor 👍
Do you use any plumbers mate/silicone to stop any leaking? Or is there any other sealant one can use?
No, you should not need anything, as the seals or olives will seal without any compounds.
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Good video. Question: what do you have to do when it's a kitchen sink mixer tap and the cowboy kitchen fitter has made sure you can't access the tightening nut? Does the sink have to come out?
Yes, if you can't get to the nut, you can remove the waste trap, then remove the clips holding the sink down, then flip it over.
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@@ultimatehandyman thank you. I'm not that competent to do that myself so will have to be a plumber job
Good vid - thanks for sharing 👍
You are welcome
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It is great and nice job.
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this sentence sounded like a grammar error
How much would a job like this cost?
What happens if you fit the isolation valve with the arrow in the wrong direction. Ive done this for my new tap bit not noticed any problems
You will only find a problem when you isolate the valve, with mains pressure water behind it. When they are manufactured they install the ball from one side, and they are designed so that the water will flow through that way. But if they are installed the wrong way around, when the isolation valve is shut and there is pressure behind it, the ball can be forced out- which will get you very wet- very quickly!
@@ultimatehandyman thanks for explaining. Your videos are excellent!
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A very good video. When I have to use compression fittings (much prefer soldered) I always use PTFE tape. Seems odd not seeing it used. Almost asking for a leak.
PTFE tape is not necessary, but people often use it on compression fittings.
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@@ultimatehandyman
I've found PTFE tape useful on compression fittings at my Mums.
She's had a plumber in the past who apparently liked to 'He-Man' everything and some of the pipework is well crushed; the tape comes in useful for when those joints & fittings inevitably fail suddenly.
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Why did you not replace existing the olive and nut when putting the isolation valves on.. not criticism just curiosity?
There was no need to. It can be difficult getting the old olive off, so removing it is not something I'd do unless it would not re-seal.
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I understand they are difficult to remove.. I was of the opinion they are one use only, I understand now this might not be the case. really like your videos, took a lot away from this one as well as the rest, the box spanner idea is definitely something I will use next time I have to do this as the access on most sinks is extremely limited.. keep up your good work!
This is probably a bit out of my capability but it's definitely going in the favs for future reference.
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I've always just put flex tails right on top of the isolation valve, no adaptor. Is this wrong? Never had a leaky one.
I was told that you could put a flexi tail straight onto an isolation valve, or a compression fitting (by a ex British gas engineer), but they are quite sharp at the end. The tap tail adaptors are completely flat, so will seal better against the rubber washer. I've connected them to the isolation valves in the past, but the adaptors are much better.
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@@ultimatehandyman Ahh that makes sense. I do always check to make sure the edges are smooth and add a fibre washer in with the rubber washer too. Seems work out well.
Haven't got any flexi tap tail adaptors to hand? Try using old 1/2"-15mm radiator-valve unions.
Some flexis supplied with the tap are 3/8ths of an inch. In that case, you will have to go buy some suitably sized flexi tap tail unions
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Be careful using radiator tails as most of them are not made of brass and they will soon corrode!
Greay thanks
Welcome 😊
Can't believe you got a camera in that tight spot. Did you consider just changing the cartridge in the faucet ?
I thought about changing the cartridge, but I normally only change the cartridge when they are leaking from the spout, not from the body of the tap. The chrome was pitted as well, so opted to change the whole tap.
The last time I replaced a cartridge, I filmed it- ua-cam.com/video/a2prr9ZiFxA/v-deo.html
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Great vid again Chez, a plumber these days needs to be a contortionist really ;)
Yeah, these jobs are never easy!
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Don't need to use PTFE tape ?
No, you only need PTFE tape on tapered threads - ua-cam.com/video/6PR0zTU_v30/v-deo.html
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Clever.
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Top Tip: If the flexi tails are supplied pre-packaged and bent double or triple, bound with cable ties or elastic bands DO NOT USE THEM. The rubber inner will be kinked and stressed. In all likelihood they will eventually split and fail and fine mist leak out through the braid.
Thanks for the info ;-)
You're welcome.
why not connect the flext direct to the isolaton valve?
It's better to use an adaptor, as they are flat on the end, unlike the isolation valves, which are much sharper.
Years ago, a British Gas engineer told me to use either an isolation valve or a compression connector, but the flexi tap tail adaptors are much better.
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@@ultimatehandyman Thnaks for the reply.
The trouble I had is that the pipes go through a small hole cut into a cabinet and I can't reach my hand up to get to the nut that tightens the tap. Tried box spanners but can't see the nut so a pain
You might have to cut another hole. Sometimes replacing these types of taps can be a pain!
Good luck with it ;-)
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@@ultimatehandyman trouble is I can't get to that as they put a cupboard there. I'd have to dismantle the cupboard which is a pain... Or just guess where the nut is ...
I had to cut another hole in the end. Making sure not to make it too large!
@Ultimate Handyman:
Just to make life a bit easier: put a little bit of Silicon Caulking (I don't know what you'd call it in the U.K.) onto the inside of that _'Extended Spanner'(?)_ (we'd call that an extension) days before you'd use it. It's so it'll keep a slight amount of grip onto whatever Nut, or Part you're about to screw-down into place! This way, you're not in danger of having to chase-down small, lost parts thoughout the confined space if they fall out!
Next: put some Silicone Caulking (Still don't know what you'd call it over there) onto the face of that _'Horseshoe'_ and *_THEN_* seat the Rubber Gasket on top of that! It'll both keep it in place during install, and it will also protect against future Corrosion Damage later on!
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Silicon grease would do. Good idea.
How many times did you swear getting the first nut started on the new tap 😊
I did lots of swearing throughout, and I mean lots!
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@@ultimatehandyman 😀 love the honesty 😀
Second pair of hands would be useful I'm guessing, up top holding the loose tap still and firmly seated against the sink. But not always available
@PB Ah, but you are a real pottymouth.
7 dirty words, one for each day of the week.
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If it's push fit waste I sometimes remove it to make abit more room.
I'll remember that for next time
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One day plumbers might catch up with the rest of the engineering world. And give those multigrip pliers the arse for most jobs. Seen more damage done by plumber butchers with those than a first year apprentice. Used to fit hot water tanks. Could do it twice as fast with proper 1/2 inch drive sockets and spanners than the plumber next to me. And not stuff up the fittings....
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Don't you need PTFE tape?
No, you only need PTFE tape on tapered threads- ua-cam.com/video/6PR0zTU_v30/v-deo.html
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If it squeaks it leaks
The one that squeaked didn't leak ;-)
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gruise disgusting sewer connect sink basin toilet shower tray wash machine I don't use
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I HATE when people call a FAUCET, a "tap."
It's a tap in the UK, Faucet in the states ;-)
First time i heard the word, i had to google it! But yes, it’s what Americans call their taps.,