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The threading on the faucet looks ok. Amazon has 28mm aerators. I wish I could tell you an easy way to get what you need but at this point it's trial and error. I once bought three different sizes to try and match one to a faucet. Luckily, I got one right and was able to return the rest. Good luck.*
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For mine, it seems to be limescale or other mineral buildup. While throughput is no longer an issue after I soak it in vinegar/water, the mechanism that switches back to plain flow isn't working and I'm very frustrated.
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Water cools at different rates in different parts of the system
Basically, the pipes from the heater to the faucet are not in the same thermal conditions.
For example, pipes in internal walls are at indoor air temperature (say 20C) and pipes in roofspaces will be at (close to) outside air temperature (say 5C to 40C depending on where you live). If the ...
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The flow limiters in most faucets is based on 60psi. I have adjusted these in the cases they cannot be removed with a simple drill bit several sizes larger than the existing hole, in my last home the entire place had 3/4” copper even after the shower valves that were 1/2”. Seeing the massive supply’s and plumbing I set my master suite with a 6’ jacuzzi tub ...
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What adaptor should I be looking for to go from typical (USA) male faucet threads to 1/2 hose barb?
First you will need to ascertain what threads your faucet spout has (there are many); a faucet thread gauge will help (these can be found in plumbing shops and sometimes in the plumbing dept. of "big box" stores):
Then you will need to adapt to a thread for ...
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The easiest solution is just a garden hose repair end. Available at most hardware stores. These usually come with a brass barbed connector and a hose clamp. A second type has a plastic barbed end and two plastic halves that are bolted together around the outside of the hose. Usually available in 1/2" and 5/8"
1/2" black poly line is usually closer to ...
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Just Googling around a bit, it looks like there's some options.
Disclaimer: These are just search results, not brand or store recommendations. I used the search terms: faucet to 1/2" hose barb adapter.
Brass Quick Garden Water Tap Connector 1/2 Inch to 3/4 Inch Universal Pipe Fitting Adapter Easy Connect Home Yard/Washing Machine Thread Water Faucet
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I have a universal faucet wrench but it may be too thick because of the shroud, my next set of tools is actually a set of sockets that looks like a chain saw wrench maybe 6 sizes they are hollow and each one is 2 sizes. These may be long enough to be able to get a wrench on , I will try to find a proper description and edit the answer.
I found part number ...
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https://www.amazon.com/Moen-118305-Installation-Tool/dp/B002PB1JJS
You need an extremely deep socket. Most faucet manufacturers make them, and they're often included with a new faucet. That metal collar makes it look like a standard basin wrench won't work, but it's worth a shot if you have one.
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The faucet is a Moen, model 4560. It was imprinted (but mostly worn away) on the back of the faucet spout.
All guides and videos say that the bulbs on the handles just screw off easily. That wasn't so here. In the end, after numerous attempts, I hack sawed off the handles. Not elegant but in this situation it was what was required.
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Only thing I can imagine is first remove the handles (you have already done this on the right side). Then turn the stub handle on the right side CCW to the stop and see if it will unscrew if you would keep turning CCW. The left side would be turned CW.
This will expose a threaded portion below for which you may turn both sides the same CCW to unscrew or the ...
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Unless your hoses are in a garage where the cost of a leak is zero, replace the hoses. The cost of new hoses is very low compared to the potential damage.
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The first of your links is about METAL hose used in industrial applications, not the kind of SS braided hose that you use in houses. The residential use hoses are plastic hoses that have the metal braiding as a protection from external physical damage, ie rodents chewing on it, sharp objects cutting it, etc. The plastic hose inside is not necessarily ...
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It really depends on the type of corrosion, some may be more surface finish failure and the hose can last for many years if not a decade. I have seen rusty lines that have some of the strands breaking and the line was not leaking not yet, I would suggest once the outer braid starts failing it is time to replace the line. the urgency would be based on ...
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I just fixed this same issue today. After trying my best to screw it on over and over it was the tape that did the trick but I still replaced the washer since I had the stuff out already. I also fixed a leaky hookup from my house to sprayer attachment with one of the extra washers. I said something to a friend who owns a plumbing company and he chuckled ...
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