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Thanks for the responses. I get the other issues, but I didn't realize there was an inherent difference between pushing and pulling since the amount of work would be the same (e.g., difference...

Given the labor involved in pulling a submersible pump (especially with hard pipe), there must be a good reason for using them, as opposed above-ground pumps. From an efficiency standpoint, it seems...

Success! I have to say, it was a pain to evacuate the water. I used a shop vac, and I thought I had it all. But when I sat down to sweat the joint, the wind kept extinguishing my torch! So I decided...

I'm finally getting around to replacing the hose bib with a soldered fitting. Presumably I need to use teflon tape on the MPT threads of the bib. Is it OK to make this attachment before sweating the...

Thanks. Is the use of two wrenches for now and forever, or just because the joint is fresh?

Hmm... didn't think about that.

I just read through some threads here on "how to". I guess I'm going to learn to solder!

I found a Benzomatic torch in my garage along with some Oatey SafeFlo...

Wow! That's exactly what I was looking for... yesterday.

Based on your comment, I found a Compression Sleeve Puller at the Ace website. But no longer needed. Now that I can see the ring...

Turns out the bib was indeed MIP as some of you already surmised. Not sure why I was able to tighten all the way down (it *was* a bit difficult). That, plus the fact that the leak was from the back...

The threads on new bib are the same as the old bib. In fact, I replaced another bib this evening without any issues. Same model original bib, and same model replacement bib.

Since I'm a DIY'er, I...

I'll post a picture in the AM, when it's light outside. In the meantime, here's a stock image of a bib similar to the one I installed:
http://bit.ly/IB9WYw

And here's an image showing a similar...

Huh? I just replaced the bib. There's nothing wrong with it. The only other parts are the copper stem protruding from the wall and the nut (and presumably, a compression ring under the nut). The...

Replace *what* with a new one? The bib *is* new.

In case it wasn't clear from my OP, the new bib is definitely not cross-threaded in the nut. The bib and nut are perfectly square with one...

The wife wanted a hose bib with the spout pointed down instead of a 45 degree angle. The existing bib has 3/4" male threads and there's a large brass nut captive on the copper stem protruding out of...

Yes, I understand that. I was speaking to an earlier comment.

In this case, my brother specifically required separate hot and cold water controls. I can relate to that. I absolutely HATE single...

Yes, that drawing is the valve that was used. Looks like that's the culprit.

As an aside, there are other ways to provide anti-scald protection. A mixing valve such as the Honeywell AM1 series...

I plead ignorant. If anit-scald is universally required by code, then wouldn't any valve he might have purchased have anti-scald?

Also, are you referring to my comment that the valve doesn't have...

Neither of these is an issue. My brother (the homeowner) measured exact same flow rate from shower riser (without head), and he confirmed the spout plumbing is 1/2" hard pipe, although I'm not sure...

Thanks for the replies. After transitioning to PEX, there's a pair of T's for the cold and hot water lines to supply the tub and vanity sink. One suggestion I made was to transition from 1/2" PBT to...

A relative just did a bath remodel. His tub spout flow rate is significantly lower than with previous bath. Before the remodel, his tub fill was 7 gpm, but now it's only 4.5 gpm, so it takes much...

Sorry, I didn't make it clear in my OP... the flapper is not leaking. I have had the toilet turned off for 12 hours with no change in tank level. I'm convinced now that the valve is defective. I'm on...

I wasn't disagreeing with you. I was only explaining how it is possible that the fill tube and overflow tube are both 3/4" above water level.

Or if the valve isn't completely closing. If I put my...

The refill tube is attached to a collar that holds it exactly even with the top of the overflow pipe. See photo posted above.


Yes, that's what I said. The valve is leaking into the bowl through...

Yeah, the fill tube terminates at the very top of the overflow tube. There's at least 3/4" between the tube and the tank water level. As I said in OP, the level in the tank doesn't change after the...

My 1.6g Briggs toilets have a conventional ball-cock. The larger internal seal in one of the valves was deteriorating so I replaced with a universal adjustable height ballcock valve. The new valve...

I have my electric water heater submetered, so measuring actual standby losses is easy. I did a couple of tests last spring** when I went out of town for a day or two and my water heater's standby...