Note: If you have problems with water coming out of the faucet AND the shower head, Delta's website has some info that may help you. /customersupport/faq/showers/index.html (after going to that page, go down to about the middle of the page and look for the question "Why does water come out of my shower head and the spout at the same time?"Several do it yourselfers have asked if the hole where the diverter goes can be plugged and a spout with diverter used instead. ments----(March 2016) Thanks for the Delta shower diverter fix.  Broke the existing one, gave the 9 month old a bath in the sink.  Made a late run to Menard's for the Danco version.  All went well and got to clean up the faucet area too.  Glad your situation improved. At least the 9 month old will never remember being in the sink."Crabby the man of handiness"(March 2016) Your instructions for the delta diverter valve replacementwere perfect. EXCEPT the bottom of my valve was below the cutout. Usedutility knife to trim away enough fiberglass to get the 7/8th on.

Loved your comment re. Thanks for your mission and services to folks like me.Mark J          (Romans 10:13).Apologies for the delayed reply. You are mostly welcome. Glad i could assist in some way to alleviate the pain and suffering of plumbing problems. Also appreciate your support of my comments regarding spiritual matters and the inclusion of scripture. I would add the verse Matthew 7:21 to the one you supplied.Cheers, God bless and "Fix On"Crabby the Handyman(Jan. 2016)  Crabby thanks for perfect instructions to change my Delta Diverter. I found the part in Home Depot total price with tax 18.37. Used a 7/8 Deep Socket to remove old part. I don't think I would have been able to change this without your instructions. Thank you again sure I saved a lot of money not getting a plumber. AnthonyAnthony,Mucho thanks for your remarks. I'm glad i could help another homeowner avoid that painful, burning sensation one gets after paying a plumber. Fix On, Mr. Do it yourselfer...."Crabby your somewhat friendly handyman"(Dec 2015)  God bless you.

You made me laugh and helped me fix my shower. NeriSo glad i was helpful Neri. The holidays are even better with a shower that works!    Crabby(November 2015)  Thanks not only for the succinct step-by-step instructions, but also for drawing -- OK, maybe they weren't drawn -- pictures.  Super Swamper Tires On EbayI didn't even need the ice water.  Bathroom Surplus DallasMy only regret is that I did not find your site two months earlier. Payne Electronic Air CleanerI'm glad you didn't need the ice water Ken. That does indeed make for a nicer repair job. Thanks for letting me know and i hope you had a better Thanksgiving than a certain feathered bird,Crabby ("Fix On")(Jan. 2015) Thanks a lot for the beautiful write up on the Deltapushbutton diverter. 

You've done a tremendous public service andsaved a lot of people a lot of hassle. John(Jan. 2015) Thanks for your article "How to repair,replace push buttondiverter on Delta tub/shower faucet with "Scald Guard!" Yourinstructions were perfect and saved me calling a plumber. Scott(Dec. 2014) Hey Crabby, I put new Delta replacement into my Diverter, that replacement didn't stop the dripping out of the spout, is this a usual/ just live with it type of  deal or is there another adjustment on the back side of the diverter? BatsonHey Batson (great name by the way),If you have problems with water coming out of the faucet AND the shower head, Delta's website has some info that may help you. /customersupport/faq/showers/index.html(after going to that page, go down to about the middle of the page and look for the question "Why does water come out of my shower head and the spout at the same time?"(They also have a helpline number on the site)  Crabby, your edu-tainment handyman(Nov. 2014) Thank you Crabby, this was so helpful!!!

My son and I finished the project in no time. John TonyPeteLindaEric YoungCathyandGaryGary,GaryPhilCynthiaTylerNote:MattRalphClaytonCeejayMollyReid7/8" combination wrenchAndy W EddieResponseHey Crabby,SilasCommentsElizabeth W. Al  S.Question from AndrewAnswerComment from JohnQuestion from SallyAnswerFIX OR DITCH:The Lifespan of FaucetModern kitchen and bath faucets are generally well engineered and can easily last a decade or more depending on what type you have and factors such as how hard your water is. Many people choose to replace faucets as a design decision when remodeling, but there are more practical reasons that may lead you to replace a faucet. These include:* When its finish is worn away and its handle discolored or cracked.* The threads on the aerator or spout are worn or corroded, making aerator replacement difficult.* Its internal parts are so worn that replacement washers, O rings, screws, clips, and valve assembly simply don't solve the problem any longer.5:124 || OUT OF TUNE:Every time you go for a glass of water, you have to deal with a screeching faucet.

THE QUICK FIXIt's a matter of rubber. Rubber washers age and harden and can make a particular sound when water passes over them in a hurry. If your faucet is making a screeching sound, it's most likely an older version with washers. Replace the washers with an inexpensive kit from a hardware store, or replace the whole faucet if it's time to update.5:125 || SOUND PLUMBING:A clanking faucet has you wondering if your water supply is safe.THE QUICK FIXA clanking, clicking, or mechanical sound signals a problem that needs to be investigated. Although it could be coming from the pipes, if it sounds distinctly like it is coming from the faucet itself, you'll need to take the faucet apart and reassemble, looking for cracks in any of the pieces and making sure that the entire assembly has been tightened well.5:126 || The guest bathroom has a squeaky faucet that's starting to draw comments.THE QUICK FIXSometimes the threads of the faucet stem become worn. The easy way to correct this is to remove the faucet handle and coat the threads of the handle stem with plumber's grease and then reassemble the faucet.

This will usually make the handle easier to use and make the whole structure as quiet as it should be.5:127 || Your friends are on their way over for a cocktail party, and the powder room faucet spits rather than streams.THE QUICK FIXThe most likely culprit of an inconsistent water stream from a faucet is a clogged aerator--the screw-on screen that covers the mouth of the faucet. Remove the aerator and flush any lime or mineral deposits until the screen is clear, then reattach it. In cases where the aerator is entirely blocked or crusted, it's easier to just swap the aerator with an inexpensive replacement available from hardware stores and home centers.5:128 || The kitchen sink sprayer offers a dribble where once there was a spray.THE QUICK FIXLow flow in a kitchen sink sprayer is often associated with the diverter, a small valve located in the stem of the faucet. Take the handle assembly apart and pop out the diverter with a screwdriver and soak it in a bath of equal parts white vinegar and boiling hot water.

Reassemble the faucet with the diverter in place, and the sprayer stream should be as strong as ever.5:129 || You need to remove the tub spout, but taking it off seems close to impossible.THE QUICK FIXProfessional plumbers use a "strap wrench" to remove fittings that could be scratched, but chances are you don't have one of those in your toolbox. You can make do with a pair of slip-joint pliers. Jam the handles into the mouth of the spout until they are secure, and then turn the spout counterclockwise.5:130 || It will be days before you can replace the washer in your bathroom faucet, but by then you'll have severe sleep deprivation from the sound of the dripping.THE QUICK FIXTie a long string around the end of the faucet so that the water drips onto the string and runs down it silently.5:131 || FILL-`ER-UP TUB:The water starts draining from your bathtub as soon as you have it filled.THE QUICK FIXMany lever-action stoppers don't form a watertight seal against the drain. Fortunately, the fix is easy.

First, unscrew the round overflow plate from the end of the tub. Gently pull on the plate until the attached linage assembly slips out from behind the tub. The linkage is composed of several metal pieces, including a threaded rod. Turn the rod two or three revolutions to lengthen the entire linkage assembly. Replace the linkage and screw the overflow plate to the tub wall. Raise the control lever on the overflow plate and turn on the water. Check to see if the water remains in the tub. If it's still draining out, remove the overflow plate and lengthen the linkage a bit more.5:132 || TOO HOT TO HANDLE:Washing your hands can be a scalding experience. When it comes to tap water, how hot is too hot--and what can you do about it?THE QUICK FIXMany water heaters have temperature settings well above 120 degrees F. Reducing the water heater's temperature is not only more energy efficient, it's also safer.First, measure your hot water temperature. It's best to do this in the morning, before anyone has used any hot water.

Turn on the tap and let it run for 2 minutes before reading the temperature with either an outdoor or a candy thermometer--just hold it under the water stream until the temperature is stable. If the temperature is 120 degrees F (or slightly above), you don't have to do anything. But if you're above 125 degrees F, you're in the danger zone (see chart). Here's how to turn it down.The thermostat on a gas hot water heater is usually outside the tank at the bottom. On an electric water heater, look for two panels screwed to the top and bottom of the tank or one panel along the side of the tank--the thermostat will be located under these panels. The thermostat should be set on the "low" setting or within the "energy-efficient range." If the temperature at the tap is too hot at this setting, adjust the thermostat to a lower setting.Wait 24 hours before testing the water temperature again (you might not get an accurate reading otherwise). Continue to test the water temperature and adjust the thermostat setting until the water temperature falls between 120 and 125 degrees F.