What is a shower spindle?

Some older showers use a spindle instead of cartridges or compression seals to adjust the rate of water flow. Usually, spindle shower faucets are two-handle faucets without a diverter. Replacement spindles are available at plumbing-supply houses and from the faucet manufacturer.

What is the thing that turns on the shower called?

diverter valve
A valve is what keeps the water from flowing through your faucet and sends it to your showerhead instead. Although you’ve probably never heard it called a “diverter valve,” that is the part of your shower that you turn, push, or pull to send the water coming from your tub’s faucet to your showerhead.

Where can I get a Symmons shower spindle?

Curbside pickup available. The Symmons Temptrol Diverter Spindle controls the flow of water from a tub spout to a shower head. This spindle is for use with tub- and shower valves and includes a T-24 O-ring. Symmons manufactures high quality, professional grade valves and components in Braintree, Massachusetts.

Which is the correct spindle for a Temptrol shower?

Dear KenJ: The spindle shown, our TA-25A, is designed for use in our Temptrol-type tub and shower systems. if you have a shower only system, then the TA-25B would be the appropriate spindle. many thanks. Shane Symmons Web Advisor

Why does my shower spindle not turn on?

If you’re wondering what this spindle does, let me tell you. The two rubber washers that are mounted on this thing stop any leaks that might exist if they weren’t there. Also, it controls the balance between hot and cold water. Finally, if your shower valve feel very tight when you try to turn it, this is probably the culprit.

Do you need washer on Symmons Temptrol spindle?

This temptrol spindle comes with all the necessary washers installed on the spindle already, as well as one larger one that slides right into place. They’re all very obviously seated.

What’s the best way to fix a shower spindle?

Tighten the spindle cap with the adjustable wrench. Push the dome cover over the spindle cap and secure with a nut, if your dome cap uses a nut. Place the center of the handle over the end of the stem and secure with the retaining screw.

Which is Symmons flow control spindle works best?

This Symmons TA-10 spindle was an exact replacement for the one in our upstairs tub/shower Temp-Trol valve. I also replaced the hot and cold seats at the same time I replaced this part. This spindle was a little expensive, but at least it is an actual Symmons OEM part and works perfectly.