@@AmreSupply The great thing is that you all did it so well & detailed, step by step and in a very quick and understandable way. I mean, 4 minutes to explain all this is outstanding.
@@Decimator-jh4gu Thank you! We do try to make all of our videos easy to follow. Some videos are longer than others but we try to keep it to the point. If you're curious we just released a video on Electricity and Multimeter basics with some pretty awesome animations to help visualize everything. Let us know what you think! ua-cam.com/video/r_migcta_Is/v-deo.html
Your video was VERY informative. I previously viewed one from H. DEPOT, but found it quite vague. Your video showed a person actually performing the repair step-by-step while naming the parts. The ladies's voice was clear and pleasant which added to my desire to continue watching your helpful video. I will go to the local hardware store in a few hours. Thanks for a GREAT video.
Thank you for commenting James, its comments like yours that really help motivate our video team to put out clear and useful repairs. We're glad you found the video helpful! We hope you check out more of our content!
On Delta faucets, if using Delta replacement parts, the white cam and black packing have been redesigned as a gray one piece unit with a thin rubber seal on the side. Discard the old cam and packing and replace them with the gray piece.
This was exactly what I needed to fix my leaky faucet, except mine was for a shower faucet instead of a sink. Mine didn't have the adjusting ring, but everything else was exactly as this explained. Great instructional!
Excellent, it was totally explained in step by step detail just how to change the washers & springs. Your video saved my day and saved me money from hiring someone to come and repair it. The “detail” and close up video of the inside of the faucet was perfect for my needs. Clean & easy to follow.
Thx for this post. My Delta single handle just started dripping after 25 years. I decided to repair it because of the superior quality. I encountered a major problem removing the cap or bonnet due to calcification on the treads. After using vinegar, CLR and even penetrating oil it still wouldn't twist off. As a last resort I removed the the faucet from the sink ; stuck it in a vise and tried a small chisel. This method worked but only after giving the bonnet a few reasonable sharp blows all around. The next one I did intact on the sink giving it a few blows came off by hand. Also the first one I did had a little longer springs making the manipulation of the handle a little stiffer. Just saying it's not always straightforward but persistence pays off.
Thanks for sharing your experience. As time increases, most things get progressively more difficult to remove or access. Its good that you stuck with it and finally got it out.
You're welcome Guage, we're glad that you found the video helpful! We have many more videos on our channel that you might enjoy. Here's one on Multimeters and Electricity basics. For some people this video is just a good review and for others it will introduce solidify these concepts with the graphics and visuals: ua-cam.com/video/r_migcta_Is/v-deo.html Cheers!
Absolutely wonderful. Looked around some before finding this video, and this gal answered all of my questions perfectly. Here I go with the repair-fingers crossed. . .
@@bretgreen5314 That is awesome to hear! We all start somewhere. If you're curious and want to learn more I think you'll find many of our other videos on our channel to be helpful! For example here is one on Multimeters and Electricity Basics - ua-cam.com/video/r_migcta_Is/v-deo.html It will help fill in the gaps and give you a better understanding of how it all works!
This video was more specific that another I watched which resulted in leaks upon completion. I was able to identify my mistake because of this video and make the necessary correction. My faucet now works perfectly. Thank you!
Best video on this process that I've found so far. You mentioned the orientation of the springs which many miss. You didn't show the replacement of the O rings in the lower part of the faucet is my only complaint.
Thanks, we're just happy to help! This was one of our first video series and our newer videos tend to cover more of these other aspects. If we return to these videos and do an update the o rings is something we'll likely add. Thanks for the suggestion.
You're welcome Andria Fields, I'm glad you found it useful! Thanks for commenting, we definitely try to keep our videos concise without too much fluff.
Great video! Thanks! You had me thinking for a moment on the 6th second when it said, "Seats and SRPings" on the screen in a box instead of "Springs", but then I got the idea :D
Thanks for watching Enzo, we're glad you found it helpful! Unfortunately that typo is forever in this video and can't be updated without deleting and re-uploading.
Thanks for the video. It was helpful. I did one of these this morning. Fairly easy. Got the kit at Lowe’s. The rubber things didn’t fit properly at first but I had to fiddle with it. It’s good now. These kits should include all sizes of rubber.
EXCELLENT! Thanks for uploading this video. It would be great if the actual manufacturers and sellers of these faucets provided installation guides and/or videos like this :)
You're welcome Chris, we're just happy to help. We're trying to have detailed videos on all the repair parts we sell including a series that we're just releasing on Oven and Stove repairs. Its just good to get good information out there to people:
As mentioned here is the Oven and Stove series which includes some "How it Works" videos. They are quite detailed with some 3D and 2D graphics: ua-cam.com/play/PLCo9SMjkdWBzSdZB9Un3GKKI0Iohlpf9a.html
some videos I had checked out were not as complete as this video.Great job.only thing I would say is don't take the set screw out just untighten until the handle can be removed.less chance of losing that part.
Followed your easy directions. One thing I suggest you do when installing new o-rings vaseline should be coated. It helps with installation. Also, on threads of outer screw caps/rings.
Thanks for watching. If your faucet has a ball valve then it will use similar seats and springs that are universal. www.amresupply.com/part/ULND9-DELTA-ST-SPG-ASSY Alternatively if its a delta faucet without a ball valve it will likely have this cartridge and no seats and springs: ua-cam.com/video/1Q0PmvTk7os/v-deo.html
You're welcome! The seats are mostly similar but you sometimes get different spring lengths. These however will compress down regardless. If your seal kit looks significantly different then you'll want to try to find an exact replacement.
The rubber seats in my replacement kit did not drop down into the holes. With the spring and seat guided into the holes as shown on the video, I took a small pick with a curved tip to gently tuck the bottom circumference of the seats into the holes as I pushed the seats firmly into position. The faucet then worked properly.
When I turned the valves for hot and cold back on and ran the water (after I did the repair) , the water turned black for about a second for both cold and hot water and then went back to its normal color. Why did it do that ? Thank you so much for this video, which helped me to fix my faucet. I am going to subscribe right now and thanks again!
Thanks for watching, we're just happy to help! It's possible that you were seeing some of the of the rubber from the rubber seats (which can deteriorate over time). This would be noticeable once you ran water and flushed the system. If it went away after a few seconds then there is nothing to worry about.
Thanks for watching. When it comes to the seats and springs these should be universal for most models unless a model has a specific seat or cartridge designed for it. www.amresupply.com/part/ULND14-DELTA-ST-SPRG-ASSY
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@@voidisyinyangvoidisyinyang885 Thanks for watching. You are free to use what ever tool is most helpful in soaking up the water. A turkey baster will like work well.
@@AmreSupply OK I was pulling your turkey leg. Seriously though I read through all the comments - very informative responses. Best of all my faucet stopped leaking. P.S. is it just me or do the cheaper knock-off repair kits not work? I found only the OEM Delta repair kit worked for me. So this time I just splurged for the extra cost for the Delta kit. thanks.
Excellent and simple instructions, thank you. Now the cold water outlet allows water to flow but the hot water side does not. Any idea what I might have done wrong during reassembly?
Thanks for watching, we're glad you found it helpful! In some cases the ball & stem might not have a guide or channel for a pin, so its more likely to be out of alignment. Also some replacement balls come with extra holes to help it be used more universally between faucets that are slightly different. Its best to check the alignment and observe the position of the holes. It might be 180° off and would need a flip.
Best video on this repair I've seen! I'm still diagnosing, though. Can this issue of leaking seats and springs lead to water leaking out the bottom of the whole faucet under the cabinet where all the hoses are attached at the bottom? I have it leaking mostly from the faucet into the sink as a drip in the sink. But it also has water dripping from under the cabinet AND along the bottom on the counter where the faucet attaches to the counter. When I turn the handle to hot while off, the leak is less. When the handle is to the cold side but off, the leak is the worst. When I turn the cold water supply line off the leak stops entirely everywhere.
Thanks for watching, we're glad that you found the video helpful! When the seats and springs are worn out and are leaking, then the faucet should just drip water into the sink but the adjusting ring is loose and doesn't apply good pressure to the seats and springs , or if there is corrosion or calcification on the valve then that can cause water to leak around the ball and might spill out close to the base of the faucet. It would be best to replace the seats and springs and give it a proper cleaning. There might be a mineral buildup in there so you can use vinegar to help dissolve the calcification. You want a clean valve so the ball can sit properly. As well check all the connections below the sink. If needed you can get replacement O-rings for the supply lines. That generally helps if those connections are leaking.
@@AmreSupply Thank you so much for the quick reply. It appears this is a UPC brand faucet which is some Chines knockoff brand. Do you happen to know what seats and springs brand might work with it? I've looked everywhere and only see UPC mentioned but no parts anywhere.
@@JustMe-mn4gr We're just happy to help. The seats and springs are often very similar in many models but its hard to know what that UPC model has. You could measure them and try to compare them to the grid on this www.amresupply.com/part/ULND9-DELTA-ST-SPG-ASSY Or you can take them out and go into your local store to try to match them directly.
@@AmreSupply I now think the UPC is just the maker of the air gap for the dishwasher. I bought a Delta Savile faucet. At least now I will know the manufacturer when I need to replace the cartridge or anything else. I'll probably find out who made the old one as soon as I remove it. My concern was that if it happens to be some cheap Chinese knock-off, I might replace the seats and springs only to have it flood my kitchen and ruin the ceiling downstairs due to some other failure later on, so replacing it seems to be the better solution. Plus this allows me to try a high arc style which I have wanted. Thanks for your video and the help!
@@JustMe-mn4gr Thanks for the update. We're just happy to help. It can definitely be good to get a new unit installed with parts that you'll know will be available years from now. All the best to you!
Thanks J D we're glad you found this helpful! We hope you find some of our other videos on our channel interesting like this fully animated video on how water heaters work: ua-cam.com/video/BHUPFLbb8NY/v-deo.html
Thanks for watching we're glad you found it helpful. Some shower faucets use seats and springs, some might use a newer style cartridge which is easy to access, but some older models will use this cylindrical cartridge: ua-cam.com/video/MC829al6MOQ/v-deo.html
Great video. The best out there!!! Question: I am having a hard time getting the Allen screw back in far enough to contact the ball rod. Not sure why it stops short of contact. Any suggestions to make it work to attach the handle securely? Thanks so much!!
Thanks for watching, we're just happy to help. There might be corrosion or a buildup of minerals on the threads. If you have a small wire brush then you can clean out the threads. As well you could try to soak it in vinegar. You can use a cloth soaked in vinegar to try to clean inside.
Thanks for watching. Its best to check the alignment of the holes on the ball when its installed, other than that, make sure that the rubber seats are sitting level. Also if the leak stops when you apply pressure downward to the handle, then you'll likely need to tighten the adjusting ring. Hope this helps!
One thing missing in this video is that you have to make sure the seat and springs are push down in the pocket and that you feel moderate movement when pressed. If this step is not done, it will leak when faucet is turned on, I learned the hard way.
Thanks for watching. Those are excellent points. If we return to these videos and do an update we'll make sure to highlight some of these additional tips and points.
Thanks for watching. It is not necessary but it is an option. If you do some reading you'll find that some people use silicone grease and others don't. However it is not recommended to be used on a faucet that is supplying drinking water as there is a risk of some of the grease leaching into the water.
Thanks for watching. Its possible that minerals from the water have built up and have fused the cap into place. If you take a cloth soaked in vinegar, let it sit for 15 minutes it can help dissolve the minerals. As well you could add a little bit of heat on the brass but make sure that you are not melting any plastic parts. Hopefully this helps!
Our faucet has that mechanism. It is 12 years old. We could not feel where the leak was coming from, but water was leaking under the sink and into the cabinet below. Would the seats and springs be the problem? We use this faucet more than any other in the house.
Thanks for watching. The seats and springs can wear down over time, but there are a few other places you can check. The hot and cold supply lines that connect to the faucet could also be an issue. The o-ring can deteriorate overtime as well a lose connection could also be a source of a leak. Those are two things to check. You can also place a dry cloth over different parts of the faucet to see if you can narrow down the leak. Regardless the seats and springs are good to replace just to be sure.
Thank you, I'm going to fix my faucet now. Your video is sooo awesome. I only have one problem, I can't remove the screw under the red and blue rubber plug. HELP!🤦♀️
Thanks for watching. Sometimes those screws can seize up over time. You could try soaking it in a little bit of vinegar, or applying a small amount of heat from a blow dryer to help loosen it. Hope this helps!
Hi Melissa, thank you for watching. Its possible that there is some corrosion, or a buildup of calcium on the faucet stem. If you soak a rag in vinegar, it might help break it loose.
Hi Jerry, thank you for watching. That is a good question. Basically you want it tight enough that the ball valve is snug against the rubber seats but not too tight that the handle is difficult to move.
so this kind of ball faucet will be less durable than the normal ceramic cartridge type ?......becoz the ball will be pressing down on the springs to turn off the water ?......so the springs become loose over time ?
Thanks for watching. All faucets have moving parts so there is some wear and tear regardless of the type. Cartridges also fail over time but in slightly different ways than a ball style faucet. You are right that the springs can weaken over time. The rubber seals are usually the first to create issues.
@@AmreSupply many thanks for your answer..............so if the ball faucet leaks, i just need to replace the rubber seals and springs or do i need to change the ball too ?.........many thanks again
@@worstalentscout We're happy to help! The ball only would need to be replace if it was damaged, corroded or pitted in a way that would prevent it from making a good seal.
I’m changing the hardware on my shower faucet and am to the point of re-installing the ball valve. There isn’t a pin on the side to attach the ball valve slot to. What am I missing or how do I fix that?
Hi Emily, thank you for watching. Not all ball valves are the same. Sometimes the cam has the slot / pin for which when placed over the ball valve, will keep it aligned. Regardless, make note of the position of the seats and springs and try to match the orientation of the holes on the old ball valve.
@@AmreSupply the can has the slot alignment, but the ball doesn’t have the pin to hook onto, so it has unlimited rotation abilities can making it hard to figure out the off/on position when it can rotate 360. Am I missing something there?
@@EmilyRay2012 If the cam has a vertical slot, then it should help restrict the movement. This might be different depending on your particular set up but its likely that the up and down will control on and off, and rotating will shift between hot and cold. In this case the cam will guide the ball. Best thing to try is to install the ball by aligning the holes to the seats on the shower faucet. Then align the cam, reconnect everything and try it out.
Thanks for watching! The handle is held on by the adjusting ring, so that will need to be removed first. If the handle is still fairly stuck then you can use needle nose pliers to pull it out.
What’s the trick if the new rubber seat doesn’t want to line up and sit into the hole over the spring? I threaded the Allen wrench with the spring and seat and still couldn’t get the seat in line. Any other tips?
Hi Allen, the springs are tapered so try flipping the spring around so that the large part of the spring is on the bottom so that the seat sits over the small part of the spring.
AMRE Supply I was able to finally slide the seat into the hole by pressing in the edges of the seat with a very small flat head screwdriver. It wasn’t easy!
Thanks for watching. In a single handle faucet, the rubber seats provide the seal and the holes in the ball provide a path for that water to go through. The seats are made out of rubber and tend to deteriorate over time. That's why its best to start with the seats and springs. Alternatively if the ball is rusted it might not seal properly, in that case you'll want to get another ball and stem.
Hi letizia, yes this repair can fix a leak at the spout. Think of it this way: when the seats and springs are worn down, its very similar to having the handle lifted slightly. That small amount of water leaking is because the ball valve doesn't make a complete seal. Hope this helps!
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This is the easiest demonstration to any faucet maintenance that I've ever seen. WELL DONE!!!! OUTSTANDING!!!
Thanks for your kind words Phfatt. We're glad that you found this video helpful and easy to follow!
@@AmreSupply Absolutely and thanks, again.
@@AmreSupply The great thing is that you all did it so well & detailed, step by step and in a very quick and understandable way. I mean, 4 minutes to explain all this is outstanding.
@@Decimator-jh4gu Thank you! We do try to make all of our videos easy to follow. Some videos are longer than others but we try to keep it to the point. If you're curious we just released a video on Electricity and Multimeter basics with some pretty awesome animations to help visualize everything. Let us know what you think! ua-cam.com/video/r_migcta_Is/v-deo.html
Your video was VERY informative. I previously viewed one from H. DEPOT, but found it quite vague. Your video showed a person actually performing the repair step-by-step while naming the parts. The ladies's voice was clear and pleasant which added to my desire to continue watching your helpful video. I will go to the local hardware store in a few hours. Thanks for a GREAT video.
Thank you for commenting James, its comments like yours that really help motivate our video team to put out clear and useful repairs. We're glad you found the video helpful! We hope you check out more of our content!
On Delta faucets, if using Delta replacement parts, the white cam and black packing have been redesigned as a gray one piece unit with a thin rubber seal on the side. Discard the old cam and packing and replace them with the gray piece.
You are right that there are some variations with newer models. Thanks for sharing your observations as they are helpful to other viewers!
The gray piece has a little silver type ring inside that is off on mine. How do I find a new piece? Thanks!!!
Finally someone explaining which way the springs go , THANK YOU !
You're welcome Rainer! We're glad you found it helpful!
@@AmreSupply Thanks .
This was exactly what I needed to fix my leaky faucet, except mine was for a shower faucet instead of a sink. Mine didn't have the adjusting ring, but everything else was exactly as this explained. Great instructional!
Yes there are a lot of similarities in showers as well. I'm glad we were able to help you with your repair!
Easy peasy after watching the video! It actually took me longer to gather the necessary tools than it did to replace the seats and springs! Thank you!
You're welcome Sherri, we're glad you found the video helpful and that the repair went smoothly!
Excellent, it was totally explained in step by step detail just how to change the washers & springs. Your video saved my day and saved me money from hiring someone to come and repair it. The “detail” and close up video of the inside of the faucet was perfect for my needs. Clean & easy to follow.
Thank you Andy! We're glad you found the video helpful and that you saved a little bit of money as well!
Clear, concise, thorough & yet so simple! Made me look like a pro, my boys were amazed!
Thank you for watching Christina! We're glad that you found the video helpful!
Thx for this post. My Delta single handle just started dripping after 25 years. I decided to repair it because of the superior quality. I encountered a major problem removing the cap or bonnet due to calcification on the treads. After using vinegar, CLR and even penetrating oil it still wouldn't twist off. As a last resort I removed the the faucet from the sink ; stuck it in a vise and tried a small chisel. This method worked but only after giving the bonnet a few reasonable sharp blows all around. The next one I did intact on the sink giving it a few blows came off by hand. Also the first one I did had a little longer springs making the manipulation of the handle a little stiffer. Just saying it's not always straightforward but persistence pays off.
Thanks for sharing your experience. As time increases, most things get progressively more difficult to remove or access. Its good that you stuck with it and finally got it out.
Thank you, the best kind of 'How to' video, short and to the point.
You're welcome Guage, we're glad that you found the video helpful! We have many more videos on our channel that you might enjoy. Here's one on Multimeters and Electricity basics. For some people this video is just a good review and for others it will introduce solidify these concepts with the graphics and visuals: ua-cam.com/video/r_migcta_Is/v-deo.html Cheers!
You're a legend for this video! Every other one that I watched was useless. Thank you for saving me a ton of time and money 🙂
You're welcome, we're just happy to help!
So "legendary."
Absolutely wonderful. Looked around some before finding this video, and this gal answered all of my questions perfectly. Here I go with the repair-fingers crossed. . .
Thanks Bret, we're glad that you found this video helpful! Best of luck to you!
@@AmreSupply So excellent; repairs done. You don't want my track record with plumbing either, believe me haha. This repair went good Yahooo
@@bretgreen5314 That is awesome to hear! We all start somewhere. If you're curious and want to learn more I think you'll find many of our other videos on our channel to be helpful! For example here is one on Multimeters and Electricity Basics - ua-cam.com/video/r_migcta_Is/v-deo.html It will help fill in the gaps and give you a better understanding of how it all works!
@@AmreSupply Perfection; thank you so much. . .
@@bretgreen5314 You're very welcome!
Best explanation in a video that I've seen. Thank You!
This video was more specific that another I watched which resulted in leaks upon completion. I was able to identify my mistake because of this video and make the necessary correction. My faucet now works perfectly. Thank you!
You're welcome, we're just glad that this video helped you out!
Thank you so much, that last bit about the tightener had me stumped for days. I kept wrenching the cap around :p thank you!
You're welcome, we're just happy to help!
Thanks for the step-by-step instruction and close-ups shots.
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I needed this! Bathroom sink has been leaking and my water bill has gone up. Heading out for the items needed tomorrow. Thanks!
Thanks for watching Vicki! We're glad that this video helped you get started!
Best video on this process that I've found so far. You mentioned the orientation of the springs which many miss. You didn't show the replacement of the O rings in the lower part of the faucet is my only complaint.
Thanks, we're just happy to help! This was one of our first video series and our newer videos tend to cover more of these other aspects. If we return to these videos and do an update the o rings is something we'll likely add. Thanks for the suggestion.
yeaaaa....3rd times a charm......and in focus too. Great Job.
Thank you! We're glad you found it helpful!
That video was the best one on how to fix this faucet. Thank you so much
You're welcome Kevin! We're glad that the video helped you out!
You saved me over $50 (not to mention all the water I was wasting because of s dripping faucet). Great video - thank you so much!
That is great to hear! We're glad the video helped you out!
Fantastic instructions. Simple and to the point. Thanks!
You're welcome Andria Fields, I'm glad you found it useful! Thanks for commenting, we definitely try to keep our videos concise without too much fluff.
Best attention to detail video.
You're welcome, we're just happy to help!
I was able to fix my leak using these instructions perfectly. THANK YOU!
You're welcome Mike! We're glad you were able to fix it!
incredibly clear and helpful, thanks a bunch !
You're welcome, we're glad that you found it helpful!
Thanks, I’ve watched a number of videos on this, I think yours was the best, it’s quick, accurate and extremely DIY friendly. 👍👍
You're welcome Walt, we're just happy to help out!
Thanks, easy to follow instructions and it was exactly what I needed.
We're glad you found it helpful! Keep an eye on our channel as we're always making more videos!
Slow and methodical. Just what I needed
Thanks for watching, we're glad that the video helped you out!
thanks, i always have to go back to refresh my memory on how to do this. :)
You're welcome Scott! We're glad the video helped you refresh your memory!
Great video! Thanks! You had me thinking for a moment on the 6th second when it said, "Seats and SRPings" on the screen in a box instead of "Springs", but then I got the idea :D
Thanks for watching Enzo, we're glad you found it helpful! Unfortunately that typo is forever in this video and can't be updated without deleting and re-uploading.
Thanks for the video. It was helpful. I did one of these this morning. Fairly easy. Got the kit at Lowe’s. The rubber things didn’t fit properly at first but I had to fiddle with it. It’s good now. These kits should include all sizes of rubber.
Thanks for watching, we're glad the video helped you out! Yes there can be variation between faucets.
EXCELLENT! Thanks for uploading this video. It would be great if the actual manufacturers and sellers of these faucets provided installation guides and/or videos like this :)
You're welcome Chris, we're just happy to help. We're trying to have detailed videos on all the repair parts we sell including a series that we're just releasing on Oven and Stove repairs. Its just good to get good information out there to people:
As mentioned here is the Oven and Stove series which includes some "How it Works" videos. They are quite detailed with some 3D and 2D graphics: ua-cam.com/play/PLCo9SMjkdWBzSdZB9Un3GKKI0Iohlpf9a.html
Young lady thank you very much, this was very helpful!
You're welcome Ronny, we're glad the video helped you out!
Excellent video! Thank you for the clear and concise instructions! The video is VERY easy to follow along and it made the repair easy peasy!!!! 😀
You're welcome, we're just happy to help out!
some videos I had checked out were not as complete as this video.Great job.only thing I would say is don't take the set screw out just untighten until the handle can be removed.less chance of losing that part.
Thanks for watching, we're glad you found the video helpful! Keeping the set screw in the handle is a great tip!
She was fantastic.. very helpful... Thank you
Thank you Jason, we're glad that you found it helpful!
Thanks for telling about the spring orientation, wide side at the bottom, so many other videos take it for granted we would know that.
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Best video… very Helpful…THANK YOU
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Thanks for the very helpful and instructive video.
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Thanks for this video! It helped me out a lot!
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Thank you just saved us a bunch of money!
You're welcome, we're glad that the video helped you out!
Followed your easy directions. One thing I suggest you do when installing new o-rings vaseline should be coated. It helps with installation. Also, on threads of outer screw caps/rings.
Hi David, thank you for watching! Using vaseline is an excellent tip to help with the installation.
@David Do not use Vaseline; use silicone lubricant instead, as it is made for plumbing.
Nice and detailed
Thank you, we're glad you found it helpful!
What I need to know, is what replacement springs/seats to buy. Does every Delta single handle faucet take use the same replacement part kit?
Thanks for watching. If your faucet has a ball valve then it will use similar seats and springs that are universal. www.amresupply.com/part/ULND9-DELTA-ST-SPG-ASSY
Alternatively if its a delta faucet without a ball valve it will likely have this cartridge and no seats and springs: ua-cam.com/video/1Q0PmvTk7os/v-deo.html
Wow, easier than I thought... Thx
Are the seal kits having always the same sized parts?
You're welcome! The seats are mostly similar but you sometimes get different spring lengths. These however will compress down regardless. If your seal kit looks significantly different then you'll want to try to find an exact replacement.
The rubber seats in my replacement kit did not drop down into the holes.
With the spring and seat guided into the holes as shown on the video, I took a small pick with a curved tip to gently tuck the bottom circumference of the seats into the holes as I pushed the seats firmly into position. The faucet then worked properly.
Thanks for watching. Glad to hear that you got the faucet working again.
When I turned the valves for hot and cold back on and ran the water (after I did the repair) , the water turned black for about a second for both cold and hot water and then went back to its normal color. Why did it do that ? Thank you so much for this video, which helped me to fix my faucet. I am going to subscribe right now and thanks again!
Thanks for watching, we're just happy to help! It's possible that you were seeing some of the of the rubber from the rubber seats (which can deteriorate over time). This would be noticeable once you ran water and flushed the system. If it went away after a few seconds then there is nothing to worry about.
@@AmreSupply it definitley went away after a second or two, black as coal but gone, thanks much!
You saved me hundreds between hiring a plumber and buying the parts! THANK YOU!!!
You're welcome! We're so happy to hear that the video helped you out and saved you some money! Cheers
good view of what is being done and very helpful
Thank you Zach, we're glad that you found it helpful!
Great job. I have a kitchen sink faucet with on name. Which repair kit should I look for. Many Thanks Christine Ladd
Thanks for watching. When it comes to the seats and springs these should be universal for most models unless a model has a specific seat or cartridge designed for it. www.amresupply.com/part/ULND14-DELTA-ST-SPRG-ASSY
Very well done. Great video. Thx
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good job......well explained.....very easy job....thanks.
I'm glad we could help your repair go smoothly!
Thanks for the video. It helped me out!
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Excellent! Thank you
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Excellent explanation. Many thanks. JK Esq.
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Very clear video and really helpful tips throughout, great job!
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Very Helpful....Thank you
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Is it ok that I used a Turkey Baster to soak up the water - instead of a rag? thanks for the video.
@@voidisyinyangvoidisyinyang885 Thanks for watching. You are free to use what ever tool is most helpful in soaking up the water. A turkey baster will like work well.
@@AmreSupply OK I was pulling your turkey leg. Seriously though I read through all the comments - very informative responses. Best of all my faucet stopped leaking. P.S. is it just me or do the cheaper knock-off repair kits not work? I found only the OEM Delta repair kit worked for me. So this time I just splurged for the extra cost for the Delta kit. thanks.
Good job!
Thank you! Cheers!
Excellent and simple instructions, thank you. Now the cold water outlet allows water to flow but the hot water side does not. Any idea what I might have done wrong during reassembly?
Thanks for watching, we're glad you found it helpful! In some cases the ball & stem might not have a guide or channel for a pin, so its more likely to be out of alignment. Also some replacement balls come with extra holes to help it be used more universally between faucets that are slightly different. Its best to check the alignment and observe the position of the holes. It might be 180° off and would need a flip.
Best video on this repair I've seen! I'm still diagnosing, though. Can this issue of leaking seats and springs lead to water leaking out the bottom of the whole faucet under the cabinet where all the hoses are attached at the bottom? I have it leaking mostly from the faucet into the sink as a drip in the sink. But it also has water dripping from under the cabinet AND along the bottom on the counter where the faucet attaches to the counter. When I turn the handle to hot while off, the leak is less. When the handle is to the cold side but off, the leak is the worst. When I turn the cold water supply line off the leak stops entirely everywhere.
Thanks for watching, we're glad that you found the video helpful! When the seats and springs are worn out and are leaking, then the faucet should just drip water into the sink but the adjusting ring is loose and doesn't apply good pressure to the seats and springs , or if there is corrosion or calcification on the valve then that can cause water to leak around the ball and might spill out close to the base of the faucet.
It would be best to replace the seats and springs and give it a proper cleaning. There might be a mineral buildup in there so you can use vinegar to help dissolve the calcification. You want a clean valve so the ball can sit properly.
As well check all the connections below the sink. If needed you can get replacement O-rings for the supply lines. That generally helps if those connections are leaking.
@@AmreSupply Thank you so much for the quick reply. It appears this is a UPC brand faucet which is some Chines knockoff brand. Do you happen to know what seats and springs brand might work with it? I've looked everywhere and only see UPC mentioned but no parts anywhere.
@@JustMe-mn4gr We're just happy to help. The seats and springs are often very similar in many models but its hard to know what that UPC model has. You could measure them and try to compare them to the grid on this www.amresupply.com/part/ULND9-DELTA-ST-SPG-ASSY Or you can take them out and go into your local store to try to match them directly.
@@AmreSupply I now think the UPC is just the maker of the air gap for the dishwasher. I bought a Delta Savile faucet. At least now I will know the manufacturer when I need to replace the cartridge or anything else. I'll probably find out who made the old one as soon as I remove it. My concern was that if it happens to be some cheap Chinese knock-off, I might replace the seats and springs only to have it flood my kitchen and ruin the ceiling downstairs due to some other failure later on, so replacing it seems to be the better solution. Plus this allows me to try a high arc style which I have wanted.
Thanks for your video and the help!
@@JustMe-mn4gr Thanks for the update. We're just happy to help. It can definitely be good to get a new unit installed with parts that you'll know will be available years from now. All the best to you!
Excellent was about to lose my mind!
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Thank you for a Great Video ...Are the steps similar for a shower faucet ?
Thanks for watching we're glad you found it helpful. Some shower faucets use seats and springs, some might use a newer style cartridge which is easy to access, but some older models will use this cylindrical cartridge: ua-cam.com/video/MC829al6MOQ/v-deo.html
Great video!
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This will help me a lot.
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Outstanding explanation....made it easy. Thank you
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Great video. The best out there!!! Question: I am having a hard time getting the Allen screw back in far enough to contact the ball rod. Not sure why it stops short of contact. Any suggestions to make it work to attach the handle securely? Thanks so much!!
Thanks for watching, we're just happy to help. There might be corrosion or a buildup of minerals on the threads. If you have a small wire brush then you can clean out the threads. As well you could try to soak it in vinegar. You can use a cloth soaked in vinegar to try to clean inside.
Well done!
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Plain and clear!
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Thank you. This is very helpful.
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What a great voice!
Thanks Barry!
Did it! Thanks!
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Thank you.
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Late, but I had tro thank you - you saved me $4 for a seat and spring kit. (My adjusting ring was set too high.)
You're welcome, we're glad that the video helped you narrow down the problem!
Great job very well explained
Thank you Mike Rickel!
Best How to video, nice job.
Thank you PapaDueksfl for your kind words! Glad you found it helpful!
Great video! I have water leaking out of the cap after tightening everything down. Any suggestions for what I need to do?
Thanks for watching. Its best to check the alignment of the holes on the ball when its installed, other than that, make sure that the rubber seats are sitting level. Also if the leak stops when you apply pressure downward to the handle, then you'll likely need to tighten the adjusting ring. Hope this helps!
One thing missing in this video is that you have to make sure the seat and springs are push down in the pocket and that you feel moderate movement when pressed. If this step is not done, it will leak when faucet is turned on, I learned the hard way.
Thanks for watching. Those are excellent points. If we return to these videos and do an update we'll make sure to highlight some of these additional tips and points.
Very helpful video. Do you recommend using silicone grease on the seats and springs/
Thanks for watching. It is not necessary but it is an option. If you do some reading you'll find that some people use silicone grease and others don't. However it is not recommended to be used on a faucet that is supplying drinking water as there is a risk of some of the grease leaching into the water.
Thanks, nicely done.
Thank you Bob!
Thanks very Detailed one ✌👍
Thanks Jay, I'm glad you found the video useful!
great how to thanks
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Fantastic video very helpful,
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very informative, thank you
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Need help, the cap will not unscrew. i give it everything I got, have even damaged the brass, but it won't budge.
Thanks for watching. Its possible that minerals from the water have built up and have fused the cap into place. If you take a cloth soaked in vinegar, let it sit for 15 minutes it can help dissolve the minerals. As well you could add a little bit of heat on the brass but make sure that you are not melting any plastic parts. Hopefully this helps!
Our faucet has that mechanism. It is 12 years old.
We could not feel where the leak was coming from, but water was leaking under the sink and into the cabinet below.
Would the seats and springs be the problem?
We use this faucet more than any other in the house.
Thanks for watching. The seats and springs can wear down over time, but there are a few other places you can check. The hot and cold supply lines that connect to the faucet could also be an issue. The o-ring can deteriorate overtime as well a lose connection could also be a source of a leak. Those are two things to check. You can also place a dry cloth over different parts of the faucet to see if you can narrow down the leak. Regardless the seats and springs are good to replace just to be sure.
Thank you, I'm going to fix my faucet now. Your video is sooo awesome. I only have one problem, I can't remove the screw under the red and blue rubber plug. HELP!🤦♀️
Thanks for watching. Sometimes those screws can seize up over time. You could try soaking it in a little bit of vinegar, or applying a small amount of heat from a blow dryer to help loosen it. Hope this helps!
Finding this very helpful but I need help! The handle is STUCK. I cannot pull the handle up for anything. What am I doing wrong?
Hi Melissa, thank you for watching. Its possible that there is some corrosion, or a buildup of calcium on the faucet stem. If you soak a rag in vinegar, it might help break it loose.
How tight should the adjusting ring and cap ring be?
Hi Jerry, thank you for watching. That is a good question. Basically you want it tight enough that the ball valve is snug against the rubber seats but not too tight that the handle is difficult to move.
so this kind of ball faucet will be less durable than the normal ceramic cartridge type ?......becoz the ball will be pressing down on the springs to turn off the water ?......so the springs become loose over time ?
Thanks for watching. All faucets have moving parts so there is some wear and tear regardless of the type. Cartridges also fail over time but in slightly different ways than a ball style faucet. You are right that the springs can weaken over time. The rubber seals are usually the first to create issues.
@@AmreSupply many thanks for your answer..............so if the ball faucet leaks, i just need to replace the rubber seals and springs or do i need to change the ball too ?.........many thanks again
@@worstalentscout We're happy to help! The ball only would need to be replace if it was damaged, corroded or pitted in a way that would prevent it from making a good seal.
@@AmreSupply glad to hear that .............many thanks again
What if the large plastic piece under the springs is clogged and has to be removed? How can I remove it?
Thanks for watching. Try using pliers or some sort of a flat edge screw driver to lift it up.
I’m changing the hardware on my shower faucet and am to the point of re-installing the ball valve. There isn’t a pin on the side to attach the ball valve slot to. What am I missing or how do I fix that?
Hi Emily, thank you for watching. Not all ball valves are the same. Sometimes the cam has the slot / pin for which when placed over the ball valve, will keep it aligned. Regardless, make note of the position of the seats and springs and try to match the orientation of the holes on the old ball valve.
@@AmreSupply the can has the slot alignment, but the ball doesn’t have the pin to hook onto, so it has unlimited rotation abilities can making it hard to figure out the off/on position when it can rotate 360. Am I missing something there?
@@EmilyRay2012 If the cam has a vertical slot, then it should help restrict the movement. This might be different depending on your particular set up but its likely that the up and down will control on and off, and rotating will shift between hot and cold. In this case the cam will guide the ball. Best thing to try is to install the ball by aligning the holes to the seats on the shower faucet. Then align the cam, reconnect everything and try it out.
Hello, I've got screw out off the handle, but the handle is still stock, like something still holding it. What should I do?
Thanks for watching! The handle is held on by the adjusting ring, so that will need to be removed first. If the handle is still fairly stuck then you can use needle nose pliers to pull it out.
What’s the trick if the new rubber seat doesn’t want to line up and sit into the hole over the spring? I threaded the Allen wrench with the spring and seat and still couldn’t get the seat in line. Any other tips?
Hi Allen, the springs are tapered so try flipping the spring around so that the large part of the spring is on the bottom so that the seat sits over the small part of the spring.
AMRE Supply I was able to finally slide the seat into the hole by pressing in the edges of the seat with a very small flat head screwdriver. It wasn’t easy!
How can you be sure if it's not the valve that's leaking?
Thanks for watching. In a single handle faucet, the rubber seats provide the seal and the holes in the ball provide a path for that water to go through. The seats are made out of rubber and tend to deteriorate over time. That's why its best to start with the seats and springs. Alternatively if the ball is rusted it might not seal properly, in that case you'll want to get another ball and stem.
@@AmreSupply Thanks for the fast reply :)
@@frankm6711 You're welcome!
My cam is messed up apparently. Does Lowe’s or Home Depot have?
Thanks for watching. You can see a variety of clips and cams listed here: www.amresupply.com/catalog/Nuts-Caps-Clips-PE3E
Mine is Delta, where can I buy these replacement parts, thanks?
Thanks for watching. You can get the replacement parts at AMRE www.amresupply.com/part/ULND9-DELTA-ST-SPG-ASSY
what do you do if there's no plug and no set screw?
Hi Cheryl thank s for watching. Are you saying that there is no set screw and no way to remove that handle?
@@AmreSupply Unless you remove a disk on top of handle and I don't want to break the faucet and replace it. I can't afford for someone to come out.
Does this fix a leak at the spout?
Hi letizia, yes this repair can fix a leak at the spout. Think of it this way: when the seats and springs are worn down, its very similar to having the handle lifted slightly. That small amount of water leaking is because the ball valve doesn't make a complete seal. Hope this helps!