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

LoUsyGamER

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Errr... What is a flex head wrench?

This?
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https://shopee.sg/product/873500605...7UPwQNBi5_0xYzxqabAAQ1IKxsQ3lAVBoCqhEQAvD_BwE

Not my shop. found it online
 

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Strange. Some of those who replied, really don read the posts by others carefully. To fit 2 hoses into a faceut, definitely is much bigger than 24 or 27mm.
TS, hope u don get misled by wrong info. From the youtube video, seems nd to take out the 2 flexi tubes from the top of basin. Meaning u jus unplug the 2 connecting joints at water entry to the 2 tubings, try loosen by unscrew the 2 screws and then the big nut (use box wrench or hand turn or adjustable wrench).
Since u mention is basin sink faceut, shld nt b too difficult.
Its ok. If something does not make sense I will usually ask to clarify, but I think i may have missed out hachi post.

Yes apparently the new mixer comes with 2 flexible water hose so I likely will end up remove it to use the new.
For the unscrewing of the faucet, yes that is what I am planning to do.

I guess more or less I have most of the steps needed.

Thanks alot for your advise and all those who have also contributed. (y)
 

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Actually, you only need one tube box spanner wrench.

That's the most ideal, and suitable tool to remove/tighten the big nut under the faucet.
It gives the most torque, access to reach, and can slot the two braided hoses in.

It is also the cheapest at just a few bucks, easily available at any hardwareshop.

You don't need any special flex head , crow head, turn head or whatever fanciful wares.
They make the job worse, not better.
So i'm not sure why you are so confused with what tools to use.
I deal with boilers and more complicated jobs.

Before doing all that, i will just unscrew the screw(probably 2x) which is locking the big nut. It could be all u need to do to remove the faucet. The big nut is not even tightened all the way. After removing that screw, u could probably just use your hand the remove that big nut.

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You should have two adjustable wrench to remove the braided hose.
One to hold the connector to keep it from slipping, the other to tighten or loosen the hose.
 

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Actually, you only need one tube box spanner wrench.

That's the most ideal, and suitable tool to remove/tighten the big nut under the faucet.
It gives the most torque, access to reach, and can slot the two braided hoses in.

It is also the cheapest at just a few bucks, easily available at any hardwareshop.

You don't need any special flex head , crow head, turn head or whatever fanciful wares.
They make the job worse, not better.
So i'm not sure why you are so confused with what tools to use.
I deal with boilers and more complicated jobs.

Before doing all that, i will just unscrew the screw(probably 2x) which is locking the big nut. It could be all u need to do to remove the faucet. The big nut is not even tightened all the way. After removing that screw, u could probably just use your hand the remove that big nut.

You should have two adjustable wrench to remove the braided hose.
One to hold the connector to keep it from slipping, the other to tighten or loosen the hose.

You mean this?
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Yes. Some did suggested it.
Generally I do see such tools before but not really know their names and also not that familiar with plumber terms.
I am the type that also ask alot of questions before attempting anything just so I can be as fully prepared as much as possible. Even thing I know I would also ask, just to see if I am on the right track.
I took a look at it at the abc store and saw a 44mm size and the body seems large enough to slot in the 2 water pipe/hose.
My concern is if I measured the big nut incorrectly. Would you know the size of the nut? Would it be a somewhat standard size?
Yes, as what some had suggested, I would unscrew the screws before the faucet nut.
I am also hopping that as what you mention, the nut can be hand unscrewed Else I would just use an adjustable wrench.
So meaning I would not even need to buy a box wrench. The new faucet mixer also does not come with any nut, just 2 screws so do not want to waste $ if it is not really necessary.
Roger that on using 2 spanner/wrench for the hose connector nut.

Thanks for the advise.

Although I am intending not to purchase the box wrench at the moment,just in case, would you know the size of the faucet nut?
 

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Your new faucet should have the big nut which you can bring to the hardware shop to compare. The tube box spanner wrench has two sizes on both sides. For such a big nut, whether it is 44 or 45 no longer matter as much. It will still be able to engage.

Why not just unscrew that two normal screws on your current faucet and figure out whether it can be easily removed than keep trying to guess.

Most of the other mentioned tools will not be able to reach the spot.
 

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Your new faucet should have the big nut which you can bring to the hardware shop to compare. The tube box spanner wrench has two sizes on both sides. For such a big nut, whether it is 44 or 45 no longer matter as much. It will still be able to engage.

Why not just unscrew that two normal screws on your current faucet and figure out whether it can be easily removed than keep trying to guess.

Most of the other mentioned tools will not be able to reach the spot.
For the new faucet, the photo shows all that it comes with and it does not show a nut.
It comes with a base plate & washer and I have also seen other videos that the metal plate acts as a stopper (similar to the function of the nut) and the securing/tightening is through the screws.

But yes if it comes with, I can bring it down to check the fitting, if really require a box wrench.
Noted that it comes in 2 different sizes at both ends.

Noted on the advise on other tools not able to reach the spot. Will only focus on box wrench if required additional wrench.

Thanks
 
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Looking at my photo, have been pondering since, since there is a gap between the base & the faucet nut, the nut is providing leverage only so should be able to be hand unscrewed albeit due to age, it may be stuck there and still require a tool to help unloosen it

I am guessing only, not sure if my mechanics is right.
 
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Looking at my photo, have been pondering since, since there is a gap between the base & the faucet nut, the nut is providing leverage only so should be able to be hand unscrewed albeit due to age, it may be stuck there and still require a tool to help unloosen it

I am guessing only, not sure if my mechanics is right.
Can show pic of tap, above basin?
As described by u, the gap between the big nut and tabletop is strangely/badly installed.
Unscrew the 2 Philips head screw using screwdriver, then lub big nut with WD40, then use hand to hold big nut, upstair twist tap.
 

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Can show pic of tap, above basin?
As described by u, the gap between the big nut and tabletop is strangely/badly installed.
Unscrew the 2 Philips head screw using screwdriver, then lub big nut with WD40, then use hand to hold big nut, upstair twist tap.

Its is very secure btw. Nothing happen for more then 5 years. No leaks, loose, nothing. Just the coating coming off.

Thanks for the unscrewing tip.

The photo I did a cleanup to remove facial products
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actually the tube box wrench dimension is see which one ?
eg . this wrench called 2427 tubular box spanner wrench pipe
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but shopeee listing below eg, just put this heading, no measurement in pic indicated . the heading just put 8-17mm .
so their title mean the hexagon side or diameter flat to flat or diameter edge to edge?

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the bottom left one seems the easiest to use , assuming have the correct dimension and the material not cui .

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actually the tube box wrench dimension is see which one ?
eg . this wrench called 2427 tubular box spanner wrench pipe
Screenshot-2024-11-26-17-30-36-958-com-brave-browser-edit.jpg


but shopeee listing below eg, just put this heading, no measurement in pic indicated . the heading just put 8-17mm .
so their title mean the hexagon side or diameter flat to flat or diameter edge to edge?

Screenshot-2024-11-26-17-34-47-654-com-shopee-sg-edit.jpg
27mm - the longer side
 

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I just checked my box wrench, the 27mm works.

actually the tube box wrench dimension is see which one ?
eg . this wrench called 2427 tubular box spanner wrench pipe
Screenshot-2024-11-26-17-30-36-958-com-brave-browser-edit.jpg


but shopeee listing below eg, just put this heading, no measurement in pic indicated . the heading just put 8-17mm .
so their title mean the hexagon side or diameter flat to flat or diameter edge to edge?

Screenshot-2024-11-26-17-34-47-654-com-shopee-sg-edit.jpg

2427 most likely refers 24 x 27
One side 24 the other side 27

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You should measure the inner dimension, not those dimensions listed

Mine was 27mm but don't necessarily mean that your one is the same.

8 to 17mm is too small, not even useful for the braided hose.

Either you measure or take the nut to the hardware shop buy. This type of things, cannot rely too much on ecommerce.
 

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Looking at my photo, have been pondering since, since there is a gap between the base & the faucet nut, the nut is providing leverage only so should be able to be hand unscrewed albeit due to age, it may be stuck there and still require a tool to help unloosen it

I am guessing only, not sure if my mechanics is right.
That nut is yellowish, it's brass, Brass won't rust.
It's a soft metal.

Don't overthink about it getting stuck, most likely it's going to roll out easily unless there's some water that seeped into it and dried up some limescale in there.

Or there's threadlocker applied, most SG plumbers dun use this thing

The worst that can happen is call Galling, when two different metal slide against each other, but can screw until so high should be no issue. It shud be a pita identified during installation.
 

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That nut is yellowish, it's brass, Brass won't rust.
It's a soft metal.

Don't overthink about it getting stuck, most likely it's going to roll out easily unless there's some water that seeped into it and dried up some limescale in there.

Or there's threadlocker applied, most SG plumbers dun use this thing

The worst that can happen is call Galling, when two different metal slide against each other, but can screw until so high should be no issue. It shud be a pita identified during installation.
Roger. Thanks.
 
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