Love the video Bob!! I was that guy today who opened a closed valve that had been shut off for a while. Got soaked quick. I am so glad I found your video, valve is repaired and working now. Thank you
@BobsPlumbingVideos
Ай бұрын
Nice work!
@kittydaddy2023
17 күн бұрын
I'm digging in the archives, Bob
@nikkilovetheyardsale-again2608
Жыл бұрын
I thank you SO DAMN MUCH FOR THIS!!! Ive been slowly renewing this house I moved into and when I went to turn off the globe valves for the sink to replace the faucet and sprayer naturally it just continuously leaks because it's the valves are absolutely original to the house... which is a good 100 years old. I had to soak the globe valve in PB blaster 6 times a day for 3 days to even get the valve to move.... 😅😅😅😅😅man that was a terrible job... plus it was directly on the concrete wall so I had absolutely no room to work with.... omg it's a nightmare.... still is. I'm going to do just this. Everything you just showed me. And order a couple parts and I'm certain I can get her fixed up.. thank you so much for your time brother. As a single mom I truly appreciate it.😊
@BobsPlumbingVideos
Жыл бұрын
Thank you do much for checking out the video! Bob.
@siward44
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video. I swapped out the washer to two old globe valves today. The first globe valve had a 1/4R (14mm) (19/32") washer but doesn't have a screw that holds it down. Rather it had some tiny brass mushroom-shaped head that held rubber washer down. I was able to pry the old washer off and just slip a new one on. The second globe used a 3/8L (17mm)(11/16") washer that was held down by a Philips head brass screw. The valve is over 20 years old and the screw looked like it was in good condition, but the Philips head stripped as soon I tried to turn it. In the end, it was removed using some channel-lock pliers after ripping out the rubber washer. The brass screw was 8-32 x 3/8. Home depot didn't carry any of these screws. I bought a 8-32 x 1/2" and simply had it cut. I would recommend buying a set of washers/screws before trying this. It would reduce your trips to home depot. Although, you can save a few dollars by buying the exact washer. Go to the "Faucet Repair" section and look for a replacement washer. www.homedepot.ca/product/moen-assorted-flat-bibb-washers/1000516226
@BobsPlumbingVideos
2 жыл бұрын
Appreciate your input...👍
@rxchng
9 жыл бұрын
Hi Bob, the way you show how restrictive a globe valve is compared to a ball valve is awesome. Great video, as always. Thanks for sharing!
@BobsPlumbingVideos
9 жыл бұрын
You're welcome Rex, that one was for you!
@ddeloughrey
3 жыл бұрын
Finally found info I need! My shutoff is very close to an elbow turn and I would be worried about replacing the whole valve, so replacing the stem assembly is what I need for now. Also having all plumbing in this utility closet replaced with new furnace soon, so that's when we'll go with the ball valves. Thanks for video, Bob!
@noamefron3549
9 ай бұрын
Grade A video. Amazing. 👍
@BobsPlumbingVideos
9 ай бұрын
Thank you very much! Appreciate the visit! Bob.
@mcroley591
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Bob. Take care.
@BobsPlumbingVideos
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, you too!
@jimdecaro4220
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Bob, Thank you for the great video! I have had problems with ball valves leaking; maybe due to our hard and slightly acidic water? Not sure. Unfortunately I am told I have to replace the ball valves because they are not serviceable. There are two ball valves leaking, both are on 1" PVC underground pipes... My question: would it be better to use "globe" type shutoff valves because they are service-able? That way I would be less likely to have to dig up my pipe/valves in the future if they needed maintenance? Thank you for your help!
@BobsPlumbingVideos
4 жыл бұрын
Globe valves are too restrictive in my opinion, I think a good American made ball valve is the way to go. Here is a recent video I posted, hope this helps. kzitem.info/news/bejne/r4h7uJuhjoN-oqQ Regards, Bob
@AffordablePlumbingOn
9 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great video.
@BobsPlumbingVideos
9 жыл бұрын
My Pleasure, thank for the kind words! Regards, Bob.
@kumbackquatsta
6 жыл бұрын
can you replace a packing nut washer without turning off the water to the house (like the water main valve)? or will water shoot out of the stem?
@BobsPlumbingVideos
6 жыл бұрын
It depends, sometimes yes as long as the valve is in the closed position! Use caution, it doesn't always work!
@paokoma
9 жыл бұрын
I file the old cup wall flat and attach the new retaining cup. Do you do this too, or do you fit the new one inside of the broken cup wall? Great video.
@BobsPlumbingVideos
9 жыл бұрын
Always file it flat and attach the new cup directly over it. Thanks for watching,regards.Bob
@samacochan
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Bob, I have a stupid question for you. I was unable to turn the valve ( stem part) from the base which is soldered to the tube. It's so tight that I can do nothing about it. What is the best tool and method to move the whole stem part out ? Thanks
@BobsPlumbingVideos
4 жыл бұрын
So I understand, you're trying to remove the stem from the body? I generally use a large Channel Lock pliers or a 10" pipe wrench. If it's stuck on, make sure you hold back in the opposite direction with another wrench as not to destroy the pipe. You can send me a picture if you wish? info@robertsessaplumbing.com.
@jonbishop9062
4 жыл бұрын
Do you have anything on an old washer gate valve rebuild? The packing nut is about half as thick as the one you show. The valve is from a house 1968 trying to keep it as original as possible.
@tonyd1149
2 жыл бұрын
Hello Bob. Excellent video. Thank you for making & posting it. I'm having trouble loosening the valve stem/bonnet assembly from a globe valve's body. It's the cold shut off that supplies our laundry tub in the basement. [One reader (samacochan) below has already commented with the same issue]. The stem leaks and I'm trying to disassemble for repacking, as per your instructions (teflon cord). I successfully repacked the hot side: worked nice (thank you). I purchased a 12" crescent wrench to try and loosening the said. (¿Is this overkill?). Also, I've applied penetrating oil at the seam's joint, (sitting there for ~2 days now). Any advice, kindly, is much appreciated. Thank you so much for sharing your know-how with us. God[Bible] Bless. (Would like to someday change these to ball valves, but now's not the time).
@BobsPlumbingVideos
2 жыл бұрын
Sometimes you just have to find a way to hold back while trying to loosen the bonnett. I will sometimes put a pipe wrench on the pipe just above or below the valve (depending on the orientation) to hold back while I put an adjustable on the bonnett, and whack it with a hammer while keep steady pressure on the hold back wrench. NOTE: use caution, if the pipe is in poor condition, you run the risk of breaking it. Check this one out as well..kzitem.info/news/bejne/r4h7uJuhjoN-oqQ
@tonyd1149
2 жыл бұрын
@@BobsPlumbingVideos (Wow). Mr. Sessa, thank you so much for your professional advice. (I'm so thankful). God[Bible] Bless you. 😀
@tonyd1149
2 жыл бұрын
@@BobsPlumbingVideos Mr. Robert Sessa, ¡was able to loosen the said bonnet assembly! (I'm so happy). Thank you so much for your advice and encouragement. (What I did was use 2x4"s to block/support the lines on both sides of said valve [by screwing them onto the near floor joists, to support the applied couple/moment]. Then, with a new 12" Crescent wrench, and a good firm fit on the nut, tapped [~hard] with my palm the wrench handle, and it came loose). (Lots extra work, but I'm only a novice at plumbing). Thank you so much. [TYL]. God[Bible] Bless.
@benjamingoldschmidt8820
2 жыл бұрын
Bob, I'm a bit confused. When you add the packing material for the globe valve and you screw everything back in is the fix supposed to still allow you to turn the valve to shut it off/turn it on? I have followed your instructions and added the material you used to both places you've shown in the video but the issue is that when I turn the handle it starts to leak again because the material starts dragging along the shaft and squeezes out causing it to leak at the nut. It makes intuitive sense to me that if you have a soft material that you put into a cavity like that unless it solidifies somehow you can't really move the fixture without making it leak right or am I missing something?
@BobsPlumbingVideos
2 жыл бұрын
Check out this video kzitem.info/news/bejne/r4h7uJuhjoN-oqQ I think I explain it better. I would use graphite packing always apply in a clockwise direction or it will end up squeezing out!
@TimeForChangeKitchen
3 жыл бұрын
Stuck Globe Valve Thanks for the video it was a very thorough review of globe valve operation and problems. I recently had another problem with an old globe valve, it was stuck open. I was trying to remove a water heater. The feed to the heater is sweated 1/2” copper. The shut off valve to the heater was a brass globe valve which was leaking externally and internally so I tried to shut off the house shut off valve which was also a 1/2” brass globe valve (it is a small cottage we are remodeling), but it was frozen and I could not turn it off. I am 72 and have arthritis so I had a younger man who was helping me try and he couldn’t turn it off either, so we couldn’t remove the heater. Later I had the water turned off at the street and was going to replace the valves, but when I turned the house shut off valve it easily turned to the off position. I am not sure if I was just mistaken and the valve is OK or if there is something wrong with the valve. Have you ever heard of this issue? My next step is to turn the water back on at the street and see if it resticks, but Lowe’s is out of the shut off tool so it will be another trip probably to Home Depot tomorrow to find one. In the meantime do you think I should replace the house shut off valve as well as the feed to the water heater? Thanks for your advice and videos.
@BobsPlumbingVideos
3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely, if you’re able to shut down the main water I would not hesitate to change both valves. Good Luck, Bob.
@TimeForChangeKitchen
3 жыл бұрын
@@BobsPlumbingVideos Thanks for the advice. I will change both valves. Thanks again for the great videos.
@bobby3tim3s
4 жыл бұрын
Bob, I have a globe valve for my main shut off. The packing nut is cracked and I fear it letting go one day. Is there replacement packing nuts? I have a 3/4" OD, 3/8" ID packing nut, but I cannot find anything on the internet.
@mgpvii
3 ай бұрын
Oh man, that happened to me. I tried tightening the packing nut and the threaded part cracked on my main shut off. I freaked out because water started spraying out. Luckily I was able to shut the street valve. I put a cap on the valve so now I don’t have a main shut off valve. Too difficult to change out so I’m currently in the process of finding a similar type valve and if I do get will change out the whole guts of the valve…stem and all.
@kumbackquatsta
6 жыл бұрын
video on repairing a leaking stem on water main valve please?
@BobsPlumbingVideos
6 жыл бұрын
A stem on an incoming water main is something I don't fool with. A. freeze the main and replace the valve, B. hire a water main and sewer contractor to replace the valve.
@kellismith4329
7 ай бұрын
@@BobsPlumbingVideos can you spray the pipe upstream of the valve with freon etc to freeze it while you work?
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