thebigguy wrote in :

I need to replace the washers in my shower handle and am wondering how
to get to the washer. There doesnt seem to be a small screw holing
the scution cap on, just caulk. There is a cap that is on the very
end of the handle that I assume comes off as well. There is seperate
H and C and they leak when on.

Have no idea what you specifically have but for one type, a Price Pfister:

Assuming you must remove the handle before the escutcheon comes off.

Remove the handle cap by prying off.

Remove the screw. May be easier said than done. Could be frozen
with deposits.

Pull the handle off. These can be a bear if frozen with
deposits. Borrow or buy a handle puller.
http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?actio...875&lpage=none

Cut the caulk around the escutcheon with a razor. It then unscrews off.
Probably on a threaded piece of plastic.


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http://i48.tinypic.com/ek3n9t.jpg

If it leaks out of the handle ONLY when it's on then your problem is
located at the blue arrow.

If it drips when shut off, the problem is at the red arrow. Entire
faucet stem must be removed from to wall to replace the washer.

If I were you I would price a new stem vs repairing. They can be as
little as 8 bucks depending on what you have. To me, if it costs that
little it isn't worth trying to fix. It'll probably leak again shortly.

http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?actio...452&lpage=none


I used to fix them,
then I got smart and just started replacing the stem,
then I got smarter when I found (via this NG) the whole rebuild
kit is $35. Used to even come with the deep socket faucet wrench

http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?actio...7-72906-SK0273


Of course, your brand and installation will determine good options.