How to Repair a Dripping Kohler Shower Valve

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Жыл бұрын

Learn how easy it is to repair a leaking Kohler shower mixing valve that drips. Also, learn how to set and adjust the maximum hot water temperature. The Kohler repair kit used in this video is kit GP876851. The parts replaced are the mixing cap and pressure balancing unit.
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@miliaakkouris2196 Жыл бұрын

This is the best, most helpful video I found to help me with my repair. Great job! This is tutorial is better than many professional tutorials.

@HacksbyDad Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Much appreciated! 😎

@timrxn5414 5 ай бұрын

I agree completely with this comment. Thanks for clear explaination

@joeyrivor6505 2 күн бұрын

This detailed step by step video is a powerful tutorial tool in helping people who have no experience on fixing shower/faucet issue of their homes, Thank you so much👍🏼👏🏼

@HacksbyDad 2 күн бұрын

You’re welcome and thank you for the kind words! 😎

@TheresaMalham 8 ай бұрын

Thank you! Clear concise instructions. I just replaced two valves today and it all went smoothly thanks to you!

@HacksbyDad 8 ай бұрын

Good to hear! Thanks for sharing... 😎

@dougkoo 11 ай бұрын

#1 tutorial on KZfaq on how to fix a leaky Kohler bath spout. Explained with knowledge and confidence with simple and precise video to match. The pressure balancing unit in the repair kit looked different than original but thanks to “Dad” I was able to reference video and determine it was okay. Thank you “Dad”!

@HacksbyDad 11 ай бұрын

You’re welcome and thanks for the kind words! Much appreciated. 😎

@Andy-ky5lt Жыл бұрын

I watched several videos. This was the best by far. Simple, straight forward, good views, clear explanation, didn't skip any steps and didn't go off on any tangents. Thank you.

@HacksbyDad Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome and thank you for the feedback! I like to keep my videos short and to the point as much as possible. 😎

@roqueleo1 3 ай бұрын

Thank you!!! This video gave me the confidence to work on our Kohler shower, which I have been putting off for months. Super awesome clear instructions!!!

@HacksbyDad 3 ай бұрын

You’re welcome! Glad that you found the video helpful. 😎

@anthonycarcich2546 3 ай бұрын

Excellent video. Appreciate you taking the time to sketch out the hot and cold and show the mixing plate action - well done! Thanks for the effort!

@HacksbyDad 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching both videos! 👍😎

@Tvaldriz 11 ай бұрын

This video was wonderful! I bought the Kohler repair kit and was still experiencing leaks. After watching the video, I realized that I still had some old rubber O rings stuck inside when I took out the valves. Super step-by-step video.

@HacksbyDad 11 ай бұрын

Thanks! I’m glad that the video was helpful. 😎

@clairestaffieri4398 Жыл бұрын

Well done ! You explain the steps wonderfully. Thanks for the lesson.

@HacksbyDad Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I really appreciate the feedback! 😎

@alessandroamoroso7650 8 ай бұрын

Great video, straight to the point. I'm a handy guy but not very confortable with plumbing stuff. But I did it thanks to your video. Thanks!

@HacksbyDad 8 ай бұрын

You’re welcome! I really appreciate the feedback! 😎

@martinreiman5438 Жыл бұрын

The best tips that saved me time/effort, cover drain, and showing which side is up on mixing valve.

@HacksbyDad Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear that the video was helpful. I appreciate the feedback. 😎

@R0am3r 5 ай бұрын

Great video. My Kohler handle was slightly different, but everything else was the same. Your video truly helped me. Success!

@HacksbyDad 5 ай бұрын

👍😎

@tomconophy6667 Жыл бұрын

Clear, concise and professional! Well done.

@HacksbyDad Жыл бұрын

Thanks… much appreciated! 😎

@dinbosco9658 4 ай бұрын

The best video for Kohler Shower valve repair. Well explained and demonstrated. Thank you

@HacksbyDad 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for the kind words! Much appreciated! 😎

@Patiencelad 8 ай бұрын

Excellent tutorial Dad! If I build up enough courage, will try it myself. Thank you!

@HacksbyDad 8 ай бұрын

You’re welcome and good luck if you give it a try! 😎

@davidpadgett8245 7 ай бұрын

Good video. It helped me replace the cartridge & the mixing cap for my shower. My mixing cap took a lot of effort to pull out. This video and another I watched didn't mention this being a possible problem. I turn the valve on and this may have released some of the vacuum, but still too a lot of effort to pull out.

@HacksbyDad 7 ай бұрын

👍😎

@234sail 10 ай бұрын

Excellent video. Thank you for the clear and concise explanation. Saved me $$$$$!!

@HacksbyDad 10 ай бұрын

👍😎

@AndrewLaneCPA 11 ай бұрын

Thank you a really great video and my kohler shower no longer drips. FYI I did find some calcification inside and used soft scrub and an old tooth brush to get it out.

@HacksbyDad 11 ай бұрын

Good job! 👍😎

@ImVeryBrad 8 ай бұрын

Thx Dad. Got mine replaced and problem solved!

@HacksbyDad 8 ай бұрын

Good to hear! 👍😎

@andysine4536 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for this mate!

@HacksbyDad 3 ай бұрын

You’re welcome! 😎

@JaneDeLisa Ай бұрын

Not one wasted word! Not one step left out!

@HacksbyDad Ай бұрын

Thanks! 👍😎

@dmennis1 3 ай бұрын

If this is your shower/tub valve, follow these clear instructions. Nothing was left out and worked perfectly using OEM parts.

@HacksbyDad 3 ай бұрын

Thanks… much appreciated! 😎

@azcharlie2009 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for a great video!

@HacksbyDad 6 ай бұрын

👍😎

@sixtoe 3 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@HacksbyDad 3 ай бұрын

Thank you! Your support is very much appreciated! 😎

@stevenpeterson2380 Жыл бұрын

Thanks you saved me hundred's

@HacksbyDad Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome and thank you for the feedback! 😎

@emc2968 Жыл бұрын

Best instructions on you tube. Great job. Is that cartridge universal for Kohler.?

@HacksbyDad Жыл бұрын

Thanks! That cartridge is not universal as far as I know. Best to specify the model number of your shower valve when looking for parts.

@MatthewNichols0 Жыл бұрын

Great video! Unfortunately, my retainer (the white plastic piece) is a different style than in the video (mine is part 1006026) and is and is very snug on the black valve. I've read one person claim they were able to pull it off with a lot of pressure (suggestion was to reattach the handle to help pull it off evenly). Another person said they were unable to and had to order the replacement part (it is around $10 so not too expensive at least). Just wanted to share in case others have the same frustration as I had around this different white plastic retainer. I've ordered a replacement retainer to put on my new value rather than try to use too much force to get the old one off.

@bnj07719 Жыл бұрын

I had the same trouble with the white plastic piece. I removed the handle and cover plate , removed the two screws holding the plastic piece in place then reattached the handle. I didn’t use the handle to pull the plastic piece. Instead rotated the retainer onto the threads of the plastic piece until it finally popped off the mixer valve body. I hope this helps someone.

@RobinClower 8 күн бұрын

@@bnj07719 awesome tip, thanks!!

@Mackmackeyy Ай бұрын

my handle wouldn't go on without turning the water on with it. I just forced it and thankfully it worked and didnt strip the plastic.

@HacksbyDad Ай бұрын

👍😎

@ivyivyivyivyivyivyivy Ай бұрын

Great video. How did you know which spare parts to buy? Also, was it hards to remove the value?

@HacksbyDad Ай бұрын

Thanks! I kept the owners manual with the model number of the valve and searched for the repair kits. As shown in the video, it was not difficult to disassemble the valve. 👍😎

@garydrainville3986 5 ай бұрын

Thank you, thank you, thank you, did I say thank you?

@HacksbyDad 5 ай бұрын

You’re welcome! 😎

@Fabian55268 8 ай бұрын

Great video. Do you have a video for Kohler GP800881?

@HacksbyDad 8 ай бұрын

Sorry… I don’t. 😎

@fiatotz 2 ай бұрын

Can. I just replace the orings and it will do the trick?

@HacksbyDad 2 ай бұрын

Not sure. I haven’t try that. 🤷🏻‍♂️😎

@wstt4 9 ай бұрын

12 seconds into your video, you show the bathroom sink faucets. How do I open those up to replace the o ring because it leaks at the handle base when on. I can’t figure out how to open it. Thanks.

@HacksbyDad 9 ай бұрын

This video may help… No Excuses! How to Fix a Hard-to-Turn Bathroom Faucet Handle kzfaq.info/get/bejne/o6xjnchptpbVcmw.html 😎

@jamemar00 10 ай бұрын

If my hot and cold water inlet positions are reversed (i.e. cold on the left), should I flip/rotate the Pressure-Balancing piece, flip/rotate the actual mixer valve, or flip both?

@HacksbyDad 10 ай бұрын

Sorry... I haven't run across that problem. This video might help... kzfaq.info/get/bejne/pd-lebOq2MjWqmw.html 😎

@alanzoarne6530 9 ай бұрын

The outer one.

@bobgarwood5547 11 ай бұрын

Is there a way to be sure this is the right part? It looks like the value on my bathtub/shower but I'm not sure because I don't have the original installation manual. The house was built in 2008 so it would have been new then. It was also built without a separate shutoff value from the rest of the house so if I mess up then we have no water in the house until I can get someone out for an emergency repair. Still, it looks like something I could do if I was sure it was the right part.

@HacksbyDad 11 ай бұрын

Sorry… I don’t know how to confirm the part number without knowing the model. I kept my manual just in case.

@bobgarwood5547 11 ай бұрын

Thanks. I usually keep them, too, but the builder doesn't appear to have left that particular one behind.

@JBurt-re9pf 8 ай бұрын

Use Google lense to try and find your piece then search for the model numbers that way

@barrysmith746 9 ай бұрын

Just did this repair, but it still has a slow drip. They gave me very little grease, though. If I didn't apply it as thoroughly as in this video, could that be the source of the slow drip? Doesn't seem likely to me, but, I'm not much of a plumber. Great video though, anyway.

@HacksbyDad 9 ай бұрын

I would double-check that all the mating surfaces are clean, clean, clean. A bit more grease may help too. 😎

@barrysmith746 9 ай бұрын

I did both those and so far it's working great. Thanks for the quick response. @@HacksbyDad

@chamilakuruppuarachi 6 ай бұрын

I did but still dripping 😓 may be wrong part?

@everythinghomerepair1747 6 ай бұрын

Did you replace both parts? Also you may need to remove and re-seat the o rings. If not return the parts and try another set. The first set could be defective.

@ginnyblanc9735 Жыл бұрын

@chamilakuruppuarachi Жыл бұрын

How can I find exact part number I need?

@HacksbyDad Жыл бұрын

Visit the manufacturers website or just search for the parts diagram on Google. 😎

@woolleysusan6330 Жыл бұрын

what if the collar is stuck? Mine seems cemented in place!

@HacksbyDad Жыл бұрын

The metal collar? Try lightly tapping it with a small hammer or screwdriver handle.

@woolleysusan6330 Жыл бұрын

@@HacksbyDad I got it off and installed and now the shower head won't stop running. I checked to see if anything was twisted or any debris. Does this mean the valve isn't the right one?

@HacksbyDad Жыл бұрын

@@woolleysusan6330 Sorry... it could be the incorrect replacement part. Does it look exactly like the old part? Did you cross-reference based on the model number of your Kohler shower valve?

@woolleysusan6330 Жыл бұрын

@@HacksbyDad yes I called a plumbing shop to check. I had to call a plumber. Turns out all I needed was the small washers on both the front and back of the valve! I had the two small ones and the bigger one on that you showed but not the second set. So close!

@HacksbyDad Жыл бұрын

@@woolleysusan6330 Thanks for sharing. Glad to hear that you got it fixed.

@spinzaargledhill5401 2 ай бұрын

I can't just tighten the screw?

@HacksbyDad 2 ай бұрын

🤷🏻‍♂️ Give it a try?

@alanzoarne6530 9 ай бұрын

Another slight hint: Kohler is stingy with the grease. I suggest buying a tube before starting the job.

@HacksbyDad 9 ай бұрын

👍😎

@johnradford2258 6 ай бұрын

Perfect video ... but ... Can you just buy new O rings alone? Would save lot of money. My problem is drip alone (cold). Seems like no need for more than new O rings.

@HacksbyDad 6 ай бұрын

You should be able to purchase just the o-rings, but I don't know what the part number is. ☹

@johnradford2258 6 ай бұрын

Thanks! FYI you are one of the most helpful presenters I've seen in many years of using KZfaq.

@HacksbyDad 6 ай бұрын

@@johnradford2258 👍😎