Remove mixer tap cartridge value

[Deleted member 231862]

Hi,

I have a mixer tap, some Michel Roux Jnr thing, and I'm trying to replace the valve as it's dripping.

I have taken off the handles, however I cannot easily access the valve to take it off (I can grip it with the rest of the tap in the way).

The rest of the tap it in one piece, I've seen others remove some sleeve to fully expose the valve.

I tried with a spanner and adjustable spanner but I cannot get a grip, any ideas?

 

[oldbuffer]

Needs a special spanner. See https://www.tapsandsinksonline.co.uk/product/sp3308-valve-removal-tool-4013r/
Note that the replacement cartridges will need a different spanner, but probably a box or socket spanner will do.