Aug 9, 2015 · I disconnected the toilet supply line, used two wrenches to unscrew the compression nut, then pulled out the old valve. I screwed in the new valve and connected it to …

Jun 20, 2021 · If I overtighten the compression nut, can I ever use the ferrule (and nut?) again? If I did overtighten it, the copper stub wasn't visibly damaged, I wire brush cleaned it a bit and …

Mar 3, 2013 · Doug Really you should only tighten a compression fitting about 1.25 turns, but I like to do turns in small increments and check for leaks after each turn. You can always tighten a …

Jan 1, 2019 · I'm replacing a faucet on the bathroom vanity and I can't get the compression nut out. Is there a tool I should be using? The water is turned off at main because the shut-off …

Dec 25, 2019 · The compression nut is what you need to turn to stop your leak. Since the valve was already installed and the compression sleeve (ferrule) has already been compressed, you …

Feb 20, 2015 · I'm a pretty experienced DIY plumber. Six months ago I installed 1/2" copper piping for a new powder room, with a pair of standard shutoff valves under the sink. After a …

Jun 23, 2011 · It is the compression kind, with the little brass seat and the large compression nut which is suppose to expand it as you screw it onto the valve. i have tried multiple seats, tried …

Jan 21, 2019 · I am using compression fitting for the purpose, where a ferrule/sleeve/nipple is used to seal water. The problem is, since the tubes are bent at different angles, the pipe can …

Dec 10, 2004 · Go to brasscraft.com and check out their compression pex fittings. There are also part numbers for a package of the ferrels in each size. Someone else must make these things …

Jun 4, 2020 · They make a puller for removing compression rings. That should get it off of the pipe. It's easy to overtighten the compression nut with PEX and really compress the plastic …