virtualblues
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I replaced an old, leaking American Standard tub/shower set with a new American Standard #3275. Since the replacement, the tub/shower flow, both hot and cold, is just 1 gallon per minute. Takes FOREVER to fill the tub, 5 minutes to fill a 5-gallon bucket. When I pull the valve cartridge and let the pipe flow open, it blasts out about 8 - 10 gallons per minute - much like Old Faithful. I'm suspecting the valves are too restrictive. Went to Home Depot, where I purchased the fixture, they couldn't explain the lack of pressure nor do they stock replacement parts. I called American Standard and they said the new valves are obstructed with debris. They are sending me replacements valve cartridges p/n A954120-0070A, which is nice. However, I completely disassembled the valves I have and they are as clean as a whistle nor is there debris backed up behind the valves. I need plumbing advice. Any and all appreciated. Thanks. pk