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What tool to use - changing a tap washer

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  • 09-12-2013 2:53pm
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    Aglomerado
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    I need to change a tap washer in my kitchen sink (dripping tap driving me crazy). I know how to do this but my problem is getting the valve out - as the sides of the hexagonal nut are worn (Stripped?) my adjustable wrench keeps slipping off, however tight I get it. Any tips on what tool I should be using in this instance?
    Cheers


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    Dtp1979
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    Aglomerado wrote: »
    I need to change a tap washer in my kitchen sink (dripping tap driving me crazy). I know how to do this but my problem is getting the valve out - as the sides of the hexagonal nut are worn (Stripped?) my adjustable wrench keeps slipping off, however tight I get it. Any tips on what tool I should be using in this instance?
    Cheers

    If the nut is worn then maybe a good pipe wrench or grips would be the choice. I'm betting it's the cold that's dripping!


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    corkgsxr
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    I rarely use a adjustable. They arent a great tool. Handy at times but rare for me.

    A good grips. They dont damage stuff and very versatile.

    Cheap grips are useless though


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    Aglomerado
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    Thanks Corkgsxr. Picked up a Stillson wrench in the local DIY place so will have at it tonight!


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    corkgsxr
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    Aglomerado wrote: »
    Thanks Corkgsxr. Picked up a Stillson wrench in the local DIY place so will have at it tonight!

    Thats not a grips but will probably do


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    Sparkpea
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    telephone


    call a plumber


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    Aglomerado
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    corkgsxr wrote: »
    Thats not a grips but will probably do

    It did, no more dripping. Cheers. :)
    Sparkpea wrote: »
    telephone


    call a plumber

    Do you also call an electrician when you need a lightbulb replaced? :rolleyes:


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