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Soldering the Valve Assembly

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Tub/Shower Valve Replacement Behind The Bathroom Wall

What happens here

With the corrected pipe lengths, the user pre-assembles the entire valve system on a workshop floor. He sets up the components on wooden blocks to mimic their positions in the wall. He cleans and reams each pipe and fitting, applies flux, and then meticulously solders every joint using a torch and lead-free solder. He uses a heat shield to protect the work surface.

Goal: Plumbing Pipes Installation

Tools and materials

  • Heat Shield
  • Pipe Reamer/Cleaner
  • Propane Torch
  • Flux
  • Lead-Free Solder

What they say

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Make sure we ring every piece, clean every piece. Let's get this valve right here. Let's get it screwed down at the place. Okay, all right. Well, we got a moment of truth here. Got it all built up and now we're

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