Shower handle screw stuck! Complete A-Z tutorial

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  • čas přidán 26. 08. 2024
  • If you've already tried WD40 and different size Allen keys and torx bits and you're a 100% positive the screw is stripped these are the necessary steps in order to remove the shower handle so that the cartridge can be replaced. This technique works on most shower handles even though the brands may vary. This one is a Kohler shower valve
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Komentáře • 66

  • @glantrider
    @glantrider Před 10 měsíci +24

    Thanks! All I needed to hear was "... chances are if you're watching this video you already stripped it.." 🤣🤣🤣💯

  • @darlbach
    @darlbach Před rokem +9

    Thanks dude. Gave me the courage to drill out and replace. Fininshed, replaced and no leaks. Thanks!

  • @natalietank
    @natalietank Před 4 dny

    Hex key worked!!!!! Your the best! Thanks a million

  • @KAILABABEZ69
    @KAILABABEZ69 Před 12 dny

    Omg please stress the fact that everyone should wear eye protection and a glove when holding something that close to a drill lol thank you for this video we completely worn down the screw inside the handle didnt know what to do until I found your video 👍

  • @susan6443
    @susan6443 Před 25 dny

    Finally got it out with a pliers holding the allen wrench. NOW I cannot get the next screw out. Phillips screw won't budge. House is 9 years old. My faucet was MOEN so it is not the same as this one.

  • @RossCallen2028
    @RossCallen2028 Před rokem +3

    Yes, thank you! You have the best video on this subject! I haven't found one yet that tells me as much as you do, thanks so much!

  • @andrepaul8451
    @andrepaul8451 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Thank you so much - I tried the star attachment and it worked - saved me some drilling!!!

  • @rubenstarq14
    @rubenstarq14 Před 8 měsíci +1

    just drilled out my screw worked like a charm,, changed my cartridge, no more leaks thanks man!

    • @giantusa
      @giantusa Před 4 měsíci +2

      did you have to use a new trim? any chance to keep using the old trim/handle?

    • @sevenscheifele7787
      @sevenscheifele7787 Před 20 dny +1

      @@giantusaalso wondering this

  • @JOPE33
    @JOPE33 Před 9 měsíci +2

    The torx t-10 worked perfectly Thank you

  • @djtzimip
    @djtzimip Před rokem +2

    Perfect video! You covered everything I needed to know I won’t be watching another one.
    Thank you

  • @giantusa
    @giantusa Před 4 měsíci +1

    Thanks for the great video!! To me T-10 and WD-40 did the trick. I did not have to drill.

  • @bizzleboy240
    @bizzleboy240 Před rokem +4

    Thanks for making such helpful videos!

  • @you2449
    @you2449 Před rokem +4

    Wow. This was Thorough!

  • @allstackdup1360
    @allstackdup1360 Před 2 měsíci

    😂hi my name is David…I’m sitting here like “why yes it is”

  • @paulmiller3467
    @paulmiller3467 Před 9 měsíci +2

    The next size up from 1/8 is 5/32.

  • @SimaxCorp
    @SimaxCorp Před rokem +2

    I love your videos. It helped me

  • @mrniceguy423
    @mrniceguy423 Před měsícem

    Can I use this brute force pulling technique if I have the screw (7/64" allen) drilled out using a 7/32" bit, but want to reuse the cartridge? Everything is working fine for me I just want to change out the trim kit.

  • @funstuffonthenet5573
    @funstuffonthenet5573 Před rokem +6

    Did you mean 5/32 drill bit? You said "7/32 which isn't right after the 1/8th". But I think you meant 5/32 because 1/8th is equal to 4/32.

    • @Gee391
      @Gee391 Před rokem

      Did you figure out what size to use?

    • @funstuffonthenet5573
      @funstuffonthenet5573 Před rokem +2

      @@Gee391I used a 5/32 but I ended up drilling out the threads on the handle so I had to replace them. Luckily the one I was replacing was only $40 for a pair
      The bathroom has two matching sinks, so I bought a matching replacement. Otherwise I would have went for a different brand. I have had other issues with delta faucets, so I would not recommend. My other faucet seems to be impossible to open, and delta has provided me with information that doesn't work. Tried all the tools, but it's designed in a way that I can't get a good hold on it, nor is it clear exactly how to take it apart.
      I considered buying two separate faucets so that I wouldn't have to deal with delta issues again.

    • @Gee391
      @Gee391 Před rokem

      Great info... Thanks

    • @Matthew_80
      @Matthew_80 Před 7 měsíci

      I used my Gerber multi tool, Comes with an array of attachments. Super convenient

  • @toma1460
    @toma1460 Před rokem +1

    David...perfect channel for me... Thomas

    • @Mechanicallyincleyend
      @Mechanicallyincleyend  Před rokem

      Mechanicallyshorts@gmail.com

    • @Mechanicallyincleyend
      @Mechanicallyincleyend  Před rokem

      Send me an email so i can get your info. Mechanicallyshorts@gmail.com

    • @toma1460
      @toma1460 Před rokem

      No bs I have to get to the anti scolding screw on mine but will have to replace the handle and everything like this video. What are the chances I come across a live and a no bs channel I've been needing in the same night. I should get a prize. Lol

  • @sam.man.TX22
    @sam.man.TX22 Před rokem +4

    Fancy little screw driver

  • @neighbor18
    @neighbor18 Před 5 měsíci

    at :55 if you turn off the water you can turn the handle upwards and see what you are drilling

  • @JC-gy4xs
    @JC-gy4xs Před rokem +1

    Bro, thank you for this!

  • @mitchmartin1871
    @mitchmartin1871 Před 7 měsíci

    Great work, and video!

  • @SoSoSoothing
    @SoSoSoothing Před rokem

    Very informative. Thank you. This was a big help!

  • @Millirawk
    @Millirawk Před 10 měsíci

    Hey so i drilled ALL the way through it, but its still stuck and i don't wanna pull too hard on it to bend the copper

  • @josephboamah3755
    @josephboamah3755 Před rokem

    Thank you bro! Really really helpful

  • @adidaelm2001
    @adidaelm2001 Před 6 měsíci

    Bro..thank you very much!!

  • @lahkesiss
    @lahkesiss Před 4 měsíci

    Are you drilling clockwise or counter-clockwise?

  • @artkids8338
    @artkids8338 Před 9 měsíci

    Thank you! I have a Kohler memoir shower handle with a stripped screw. My plumber said I can’t use any other trim but the same “Kohler memoir,” and that I should buy a new memoir handle. Do you know if this is true? It uses a GP77759 rite temp valve. Basic question- can I switch out the memoir for another trim- thanks!

  • @troybuiltadventures5481
    @troybuiltadventures5481 Před 9 měsíci

    Did you put the drill in reverse or forward to drill
    out the handle? Thanks

  • @user-fo6sg9lm4b
    @user-fo6sg9lm4b Před 7 měsíci

    where did you get the chrome collar or sleeve that goes one before you attach the handle?

  • @imhigh0013
    @imhigh0013 Před 11 měsíci

    If no MOEN or Kohler listed on the device... how do I know what parts to get!?

  • @sumyiamark4135
    @sumyiamark4135 Před rokem

    Thank you so much

  • @angieottercrans6900
    @angieottercrans6900 Před rokem

    Lifesaver. Thanks

  • @kennethshawnanthony5613

    Thank you thank you thank you!!!

  • @teammoryouth2629
    @teammoryouth2629 Před 6 měsíci

    Awesome 👌

  • @redfangtabris7405
    @redfangtabris7405 Před rokem +1

    Funny, I just had to put the handle screw back in mine… how does it wiggle out 🧐

  • @radradrad
    @radradrad Před rokem

    Great video, thank you !
    I’m replacing a Moen 1225 cartridge. The problem I’m having is I cannot remove the stop tube. I understand that they just pull straight out, and I’ve tried using pliers to pull it out and tapping on it with a screwdriver handle to loosen it. It won’t budge. Any ideas?

    • @AA_xo
      @AA_xo Před rokem +1

      Same problem I’m having. Were you able to figure it out?

    • @radradrad
      @radradrad Před rokem +1

      @@AA_xo Yes, finally. I walked away from it and went back later in the day and sprayed WD-40 inside copiously. After that a couple yanks with the channel locks was able to get it off. I think it was a combination of having pulled on it earlier and the WD-40 together. Another suggestion I got from people at Moen after the fact (after it was already removed) was to use a mixture of white vinegar and water and spray it in there because they thought the culprit was probably lime, and the vinegar will take care of the lime. The key is knowing that it does just pull straight out, so you just need to get it loose without breaking your pipe. If it doesn’t come right off after spraying it, spray it and wait a few hours. Let the stuff do it’s job.

    • @AA_xo
      @AA_xo Před rokem +1

      @@radradrad thank you so much for the quick and detailed response! I don’t have wd-40 so I’ll try the vinegar and water out. If that doesn’t work I’ll get some wd-40 lol. Thanks again 😊

    • @radradrad
      @radradrad Před rokem

      @@AA_xo My pleasure.

    • @AA_xo
      @AA_xo Před rokem +1

      @@radradrad just an update, tapping on it with the back of a screwdriver worked! It came right off. I’ll tackle removing the cartridge tomorrow 🤞

  • @kfrerix9777
    @kfrerix9777 Před rokem

    Do NOT "just use brute force." When you break a pipe, you will wish you were more careful. This Carhartt warrior got lucky.

  • @Corgis_1234
    @Corgis_1234 Před rokem

    Wow

  • @234sail
    @234sail Před 10 měsíci

  • @warweaponx6629
    @warweaponx6629 Před 9 měsíci

    I cannot get this handle off. Gonna sledge hammer it and deal with the consequences

  • @ben6217
    @ben6217 Před měsícem

    Didn’t help.

  • @williamcarter6946
    @williamcarter6946 Před 11 měsíci

    Please wear goggles when drilling!!