Ventana shower issue

[Rich W.]

a brass cap and seal were provided with the valve to cap the tub supply if needed.

Also, I know its a little late, but that black plastic top hat looking thing is just to set the depth of the valve in new construction, depending on wall thickness. After that you throw it away. I found this pic of the Newmar solition:

 

[Notsotalltexan]

I found an "Open Box" Moen 82604SRN Spot Resist Brushed Nickel Finish Adler One Handle Shower Faucet on eBay just now for $70 and bought it. Dang I love this forum!

 

[Chuggs]

Amazon.com

Neal turned us on to the Moen Adler a very long time ago. The pressure compensating valve kept temperature well regulated while showering... vs. the Cold Hot...and constantly trying to adjust the temperature while showering.

Recently, we had a random water pump cycle... I know that is a sign of a leak somewhere. Then Ronni, whose ears still work properly, complained that the shower head was dripping ever so often. I purchased a replacement cartridge kit...and swapped out the core of the fixture. No more drips, water pump only comes on when we open a sink or shower valve...and the handle turns freely...like butter!

I will have to say...it can be frustrating ordering parts from Amazon. I ordered a plastic cartridge kit...and I kept getting kit's missing parts. I would send them back and order another. I still don't have a plastic cartridge kit. I ordered the HD kit...and it had all the parts. But, in the end ...I got the cartridge installed and everything is working perfectly.

So, if any of you long time Moen Adler fans are out there...and noticed the handle is kinda difficult to turn, or your shower head is dripping. This is a quick fix

 

[Neal]

Good to know! Thanks for the info.