Douglas James Shower pod valve replacement.

[mikethepipe]

I have a shower valve to change on a Douglas James shower pod,aboiut 10- yrs old.The valve lhas two concentric knobs,each with a "rod" sticking out to give purchase.
I think the small knob should come off after unscrewing the knob and the allen screw the knob screws onto,but it is stuck solid.
I cant get at the back of the pod so I'm wary of applying too much force,any suggestions please?

 

[dilalio]

Lubricant, limescale remover!

What model is it? There's a couple of videos on YouTube that might help!

 

[AGAS]

try removing the c-clips around shaft if rusted it will be hard to see

 

[mikethepipe]

Thanks,I've found the videos,but it is an earlier valve I think.I think I will just have to get a bit agricultural with it. Try 2 hammers either side of the knob maybe,like releasing a taper joint on a car suspension,or just saw the knob off.darent tug too hard,there is too much flex in the mounting.

 

[dilalio]

Bit of heat maybe?

 

[mikethepipe]

Yea,nothing to lose really,gotta come out one way or another,really,really not wanting to remove the pod! Thanks for the help.

 

[oilboffin]

Try wd40 it gets through the scale

 

[mikethepipe]

Thanks I will.

 

[mpurton]

Hi Mike,

Did you manage to get your Douglas James shower pod fixed

I have the same issue and need a new chrome lever and the on/off chrome cylinder the lever attaches to.

Regards,
Mike