Bath/shower mixer leaking from tail.

[The Bedwetter]

Has anybody ever come across a bath/shower mixer which leaks from the tails? By this I do not mean where the tap connector screws on to the tail, but actually where the tail fits into the body of the mixer. This mixer in question is only a couple of years old. Views, anyone? 😕

 

[Plumbstar Tom]

if its over tightend it can leak or under tightened as well maybe

Have you got a piccy?

 

[The Bedwetter]

No, not of this particular mixer but this is the model. I was not aware that the tails themselves could be tightened or loosened as I thought their fitting was done as part of the manufacturing process. Can they be repaired or should they be returned given their age?

 

[Plumbstar Tom]

do you mean the screw thread

If so im sure you can see a hex shaped for an allen key on some but others are formed as part of the casting and poor casting can have a pin hole that is plated over and so survives at low pressure for some time

Give the manufacturer a call

 

[The Bedwetter]

Thanks, Tom, I will give them a buzz tomorrow. Cheers.