Tap body stuck

markfield · 17 Feb 2008

Can somebody help? Tap body containing ceramic disc washer seems to be stuck. Have tried everything including the use of heat but i still cannot get it to release. Don't want to have to buy a new tap just because of a worn disc.
Tap is a heritage Granley. website shows you can get a new body contain disc so it must come out.

please help me!!!!

Softus · 17 Feb 2008

Can you describe what you're doing to attempt its removal?

For example, by what means are you holding the tap steady while trying to undo the valve body?

Is it possible that it's a left-handed thread?

If all else fails, then remove the tap from the basin and put it in a vice on a bench.

markfield · 17 Feb 2008

Holding the tap body with a stilson wrench and the tap valve with a spanner. Should not be this tight surely.
Have tried the other way to see if it would turn no luck either. Doubt if it's left hand thread

The taps are in the centre of the bath and are against the wall so reaching the tap retaining nut etc is very difficult.

Softus · 17 Feb 2008

I agree - it shouldn't be anywhere near that tight.

Getting the tap off might not be as difficult as you think, with one of these:

markfield · 17 Feb 2008

What is that called ?

Where would i get one from and are they expensive?

Thanks for your help.

kev_1911 · 17 Feb 2008

thats called a "box spanner" or" backnut spanner" dont cost a fortune and anywhere that sells tools should have them in stock

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