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Old 06-07-2022, 07:18 AM
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Default Hose bib removal

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Originally Posted by New Englander View Post
Both my hose bibs have back-flo preventers that spray water all the time the water is on so they need to be replaced. The problem is the set screws are on the bottom making it impossible to drill out the screws. Looking for a way to do this. I have a hack saw but that could make a mess. Any idea's?
Hey,yes I had same problem
You slowly dril out set screw, while periodically turning hose bib loose with channel lock pliers until it spins all the way off. It should not damage threads.
Use Teflon tape when installing new one.