Jammed stop cock

[omph]

I've got a few jammed radiator stop cocks. If I pull them out by force, can I keep the stop cock and just replace the seal or must I replace the whole thing ? If I need a rubber seal, can someone advise which seal I require.

 

[Madrab]

Radiators don't have stop cocks, are you talking about the lockshield valves? Not sure what you are pulling out by force?

 

[omph]

Radiators don't have stop cocks, are you talking about the lockshield valves? Not sure what you are pulling out by force?

Sorry, I meant drain valves.

 

[JohnD]

Post a photo. There are several types.

 

[omph]

Post a photo. There are several types.

I don't have any pics, its a type A.

 

[JohnD]

'bye then.

 

[CBW]

How do you mean they’re jammed, As in won’t open or open but stuck washer

 

[Madrab]

Ah ok, yes, if you can get them out then a new rubber washer will do it. You may need to use a small screwdriver or pick to get the old washer out as they tend to get stuck on the seat.

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