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Old 01-22-14, 09:30 AM   #5
Minimac
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I picked up a bathtub/shower mixing valve for $0. A neighbor is doing a bathroom remodel and gave it to me. Our water pressure is regulated down to 35psi in our area by a regulator before the water meter. Water pressure in my shower or faucets has never been an issue. To get an idea how much flow through the shower valve is available,I tried this very unscientific experiment. I tried my existing tub/shower valve. I pulled of the shower head, then ran the water. Sure seemed to be pleI ty of flow! To verify adequate flow, I turned the diverter to the tub spout and it sure seems to be mucho flow. I'm pretty sure I'm going to go ahead with this project using the shower valve. Worse case scenario I'll have to buy a mix valve, but $0 is a whole lot better than over $100.
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