How to DIY fix a leaking shower faucet?

[plum25]

Hi, I have a shower faucet which had been leaking for a while, but more so after the recent Cyclone event.

I had trouble accessing my old account so I created this new account.

I have previously received advice on Bunnings workshop where the issue was an old cartridge which needs replacement.

In the process of removing the cartridge, I am having difficulty removing the ring encompassing the cartridge.

Please find the photo attached.

On the photo, there appears to be a white and cloudy material (wax or hot glue gun, not sure) surrounding or sealing the ring.

What should I do to remove the cartridge that is stuck within these rings?

I would appreciate your support.

ring surrounding faucet

white wax or material around the ring 

[plum25]

Hi Dave,

I was able to remove Part 4 (cartridge dome) but it is difficult removing Part 5 (cartridge locking nut).

It is very rusty by the looks, I have tried using some tools and applied WD-40 lubricant to turn it anti-clockwise and vice versa which worked a little.

Do you have any ideas or recommendations to remove the cartridge locking nut?

Thanks

[MitchellMc]

My only advice would be to use a bigger adjustable spanner or pipe wrench @plum25. Those nuts are typically quite tight. If you are close to putting all your strength behind the wrench and it's still not budging, then I'd call in a plumber. It's at that point that you could potentially damage the plumbing work.

Mitchell

[Dave-1]

Afternoon @plum25 

Yeah my next steps and then recomendations if they didnt work would be to head towards a plumber as well. No point in pushing your luck and ending up with a larger bill 😕

Dave