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IhAvEsOmEfIsH Hobbyist Posts: 145 Kudos: 95 Votes: 2 Registered: 13-Aug-2004	I bought a python and its driving me crazy. I can't get it to screw into my faucet. and if i do get it to stay it falls out as soon as turn the water on. If i try to fill my tank up the adapter falls off and shoots water all over my bathroom! It was working fine the last time i used it. Know i can't get it to stayed screwed in!
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:38
keithgh Ultimate Fish Guru Posts: 6371 Kudos: 6918 Votes: 1542 Registered: 26-Apr-2003	IhAvEsOmEfIsH Just a good guess that you were heavy handed when you fixed it to the tap. Please correct me if I am wrong your unit is plastic/nylon wheras the tap thread is metal. If this is the case you have either stripped the thread or crossed threaded it. Just a guess but I am sure this is what you have done. Keith Near enough is not good enough, therefore good enough is not near enough, and only your best will do. I VOTE DO YOU if not WHY NOT? VOTE NOW VOTE NOW
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:38
FRANK Moderator Posts: 5108 Kudos: 5263 Votes: 1690 Registered: 28-Dec-2002	Hi, Assuming that Keith is correct, and the threads are now "shot" you can purchase an all brass replacement for the part that will not strip out as easily. The replacement part will work for either inside or outside threads. You simply remove an inner washer to expose the threads other type. Works like a dream! Frank -->>> The Confidence of Amateurs, is the Envy of Professionals <<<--
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:38
IhAvEsOmEfIsH Hobbyist Posts: 145 Kudos: 95 Votes: 2 Registered: 13-Aug-2004	Its the faucet thats striped not my python. And theres nothing i can really do about it. any suggestions?
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:38
keithgh Ultimate Fish Guru Posts: 6371 Kudos: 6918 Votes: 1542 Registered: 26-Apr-2003	OK faucet=tap. That sounds very strange is the thread on the tap metal usually brass. The only way that can get crossed is by another metal thread. Easy way to fix it just change the tap, a very simple job with a few tools. Just make sure you turn off the water supply first if not a little water will be everwhere in fact a lot. Please let us know on this one as it sounds rather unusual. Keith Near enough is not good enough, therefore good enough is not near enough, and only your best will do. I VOTE DO YOU if not WHY NOT? VOTE NOW VOTE NOW
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:38
IhAvEsOmEfIsH Hobbyist Posts: 145 Kudos: 95 Votes: 2 Registered: 13-Aug-2004	I think maybe I might have striped it removing or screwing the aeraotor back in. When you say replace the tap, you mean the whole fixture knobs and everything?
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:38
divertran Fish Addict Posts: 784 Kudos: 469 Votes: 165 Registered: 14-Nov-2004	usually it comes as a set
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:38
keithgh Ultimate Fish Guru Posts: 6371 Kudos: 6918 Votes: 1542 Registered: 26-Apr-2003	IhAvEsOmEfIsH Without seeing it it is hard to say. If it has the on-off handle onn top the answer is yes, If it is just an outlet turning handle sepperate no. You will have to go to a hard ware store and ask them and folow all their instructions. Or get some one to do the job for you. Keith Near enough is not good enough, therefore good enough is not near enough, and only your best will do. I VOTE DO YOU if not WHY NOT? VOTE NOW VOTE NOW
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:38
IhAvEsOmEfIsH Hobbyist Posts: 145 Kudos: 95 Votes: 2 Registered: 13-Aug-2004	i think i'm just going to get this does anyone know if this really works? http://www.marinedepot.com/md_viewItem.asp?idproduct=PY1285
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:38
Bob Wesolowski Mega Fish Posts: 1379 Kudos: 1462 Registered: 14-Oct-2004	You slip the gray rubber over the stripped end of your faucet then tighten the screw on the metal band to provide a water tight seal. Maybe, well for a few times, until you're not watching it... Take the plastic piece from your python the hardware store and find the corresponding brass piece in plumbing. Try it before your buy the "Universal Adaptor". It's cheaper and longer lasting than a work around solution. __________ "To steal ideas from one person is plagiarism; to steal from many is research." researched from Steven Wright
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:38
IhAvEsOmEfIsH Hobbyist Posts: 145 Kudos: 95 Votes: 2 Registered: 13-Aug-2004	well, It works on a differant faucet in my house, but i'll try that anyways. Doesn't hury to try.
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:38
IhAvEsOmEfIsH Hobbyist Posts: 145 Kudos: 95 Votes: 2 Registered: 13-Aug-2004	I finally fixed it, i bot a brass adapter, and I had to cut it to fit but it fiannly works again!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:38
keithgh Ultimate Fish Guru Posts: 6371 Kudos: 6918 Votes: 1542 Registered: 26-Apr-2003	IhAvEsOmEfIsH It took some time I am glad you finally got it working. Keith Near enough is not good enough, therefore good enough is not near enough, and only your best will do. I VOTE DO YOU if not WHY NOT? VOTE NOW VOTE NOW
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:38
IhAvEsOmEfIsH Hobbyist Posts: 145 Kudos: 95 Votes: 2 Registered: 13-Aug-2004	Yup, thanks for all your help everybody!
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:38


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