Which wrench is better to use? To unscrew basin water tap

[Ethan_]

Erm, normal adjustable spanner?

 

[Chalkycliffs]

And don't forget...

Lefty loosey, righty tighty..

 

[itangg12]

Actually u need just a screw driver to loosen the 2 screw then unscrew the nut by hand

 

[XcoVar]

These rubber hose will hardened over time, say if lasted you 8 - 9 years, better get it changed. Mine burst in the washroom, luckily not the kitchen cabinet or else the wood will get water damage.

 

[charlieangel123]

Problem I think is due to tight places, this is not suitable.
There is basically no space for you to turn, not even partial turn.

there is a steel bar like the red tool u showed
i used that

 

[klim668]

I agree this type looks easier. But unsure if the 2 water pipes can pass through

Yep, very likely it's not possible to get into the hole of a box spanner bcos the 2 nuts below at the end of the flexi hoses will get in the way....hmmm the 2 nuts below, nevermind.
The red tool in pic2 has an opening at the side where u can slip the pipes in sideway...hmmm. But come to think of it, the thickness of the hoses might be also too big. In this case, i think tool no.1 is your best choice liao.

 

[KnyghtRyder]

Hi to clarify, the 2 short water pipe I am referring to is the Hot & Cold water pipe/hose.

As for the water faucet nut, you know for a fact that it is not meant to be tighten but it acts as leverage for the 2 screws to be tighten to secure the faucet?

If that is what you are saying, then I need not require a specialize wrench as I can just use hand to unscrew the nut?

I do know for a fact.. the design is such that you tighten the screws to have even pressure. Whereas when you tighten it via a nut the pressure is eccentric. It also serves as a locking function.

 

[nez]

And don't forget...

Lefty loosey, righty tighty..

I know as counter clockwise to loosen and clockwise to tighten

 

[nez]

Actually u need just a screw driver to loosen the 2 screw then unscrew the nut by hand

You done it before?

 

[nez]

These rubber hose will hardened over time, say if lasted you 8 - 9 years, better get it changed. Mine burst in the washroom, luckily not the kitchen cabinet or else the cabinet will get water damage.

I see. Ok. Thanks for the warning

 

[nez]

Yep, very likely it's not possible to get into the hole of a box spanner bcos the 2 nuts below at the end of the flexi hoses will get in the way....hmmm the 2 nuts below, nevermind.
The red tool in pic2 has an opening at the side where u can slip the pipes in sideway...hmmm. But come to think of it, the thickness of the hoses might be also too big. In this case, i think tool no.1 is your best choice liao.

Jokes aside, thanks for your advise

 

[nez]

I do know for a fact.. the design is such that you tighten the screws to have even pressure. Whereas when you tighten it via a nut the pressure is eccentric. It also serves as a locking function.

Hmmmm ok. Would you know if the faucet comes in 2 parts? I am guessing one part connect to the nut and another for the screws?

 

[Croiseur]

Can use the adjustable wrench which is easily found in neighbourhood hardware shops

I also used this, a few months ago when I had to unscrew the bolt at the under side of the sink. It is not a smooth process though, as the space like you said is very tight you just have to keep trying

 

[deemax]

I bought no. 2 to change my kitchen faucet( hot and cold water tubes). The plastic body flexes when torque is applied and couldn't get the stubborn nut to loosen and turn. Bought the correct size box spanner for a few bucks and job is done easily.

 

[nez]

I just saw this video on the fixing of mixer faucet. Can also see theirs also have the same big nut with 2 screws. The tap comes in 1 piece. But it did not show whether the big nut need to be tighten by hand or wrench.

 

[nez]

I also used this, a few months ago when I had to unscrew the bolt at the under side of the sink. It is not a smooth process though, as the space like you said is very tight you just have to keep trying

Roger. Thanks.
I do have a small adjustable wrench with short handle, I shall see how.

 

[nez]

I bought no. 2 to change my kitchen faucet( hot and cold water tubes). The plastic body flexes when torque is applied and couldn't get the stubborn nut to loosen and turn. Bought the correct size box spanner for a few bucks and job is done easily.

Yeah, that is what I am concern will happen.

Just to clarify, the big nut you need to use wrench? Cannot be loosen by hand?

To clarify, how do you use the box spanner to loosen the nut when the 2 water pipe/hose is sticking out?

I will see how.

Thanks

 

[barbaricboon]

I agree this type looks easier. But unsure if the 2 water pipes can pass through

Just buy the hex tube and try if can fit 2 pipes. Only less than $5. Fit through 1 pipe 1st then fit through the other 1. (Need to squeeze, and also depends on the sizing of the hex tube u bought).

Worse come to worse, just fit cold pipe, then blank off the hot pipe outlet. (The metal blank cap can buy from Mr DIY)

 

[deemax]

Yeah, that is what I am concern will happen.

Just to clarify, the big nut you need to use wrench? Cannot be loosen by hand?

I will see how.

Thanks

Yes. It's for the big nut. Mine doesn't have the 2 long screws like yours. Basically, you really only need the wrench's help to overcome the force needed to "unlock" the nut. Thereafter, you can do it by hand.

 

[nez]

Yes. It's for the big nut. Mine doesn't have the 2 long screws like yours. Basically, you really only need the wrench's help to overcome the force needed to "unlock" the nut. Thereafter, you can do it by hand.

To clarify, you mention you bought box spanner, how do you use the box spanner to loosen the nut when the 2 water pipe/hose is sticking out?