On Thu, 01 Dec 2016 17:16:10 +0000, Stormin' Norman
wrote:

On Thu, 1 Dec 2016 08:49:36 -0800 (PST), TimR
wrote:

Any preference on brand, assuming I go back with two faucet?

I would like to avoid tile repair. But I do have spare tiles, the previous owner was a pack rat.

Yes, I have an additional shower in the basement, and yes I predict some downtime. Of course there is no shutoff for the shower, but then none of the angle stops in the house actually hold anyway, so all my work is done shut off at the curb.

I had planned an opening big enough and an access panel. It will be behind a large vanity mirror so it won't show.

Tim, I would look for one of the big name brands, Moen, American
Standard, Pfister, kholer, etc. With a two handle design, I would
look for a unit that uses ceramic discs instead of regular washers.

A great place to get your supplies is Amazon, they have excellent
prices and you get to do the shopping in your PJ's

As for how long it will take, if you use the Sharkbite fittings and
Pex tubing, once the wall is open you should be able to replace the
existing unit within and hour and be back up and running. Of course
that doesn't include wall repair.

Look on Amazon for the fittings, Pex tools and clamps. You can get a
decent clamp tool there for less than $25.

Here is a highly rated, ceramic disc, two handle Kohler valve at a
very reasonable price: $69
http://amzn.to/2gqr5MJ


You need to buy the valve trim separately:
http://amzn.to/2gqApAa