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Originally Posted by Superman
I have sweated many joints in my day. Do not want to do another if I can help it. In fact, if this thing has to come off, I'm likely to relocate it. I do not need another project. Until I retire in 3.3 years. 
This bib is different from mine. On mine, the actuator shaft goes straight into the valve body, parallel to the water flow. Not perpendicular. When I have time, I will turn off the water and remove the packing. Thanks, guys. I should quit bothering you with these questions and go to YouTube. |
You have the "freeze proof" style that closes off the water inside the home. I think those have a seal up front at the nut and then one at the back. Still pretty simple. As for sweating joints... is that what folks your age called it back in the day?
Ask the all knowing Google... it'll lead you to the all knowing youtube that will have you leak free in no time.
FWIW, if you're on good soft "city water" the internals should be fine. If you're on well water you might consider buying a replacement with a shark bite fitting just in case. Well water does wonders to the internals on these faucets.