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Yes, the spout simply unscrews counterclockwise off the copper nipple. But, I see that it is easier said than done. The spout went on in 1974 and in 2008 it does not want to come off. It apparently likes where it's at and is calling it a permanent home. There is no screw or slot for an allen wrench on the underside. The plumbing is behind a ceramic tile wall with no back access and on the other side of the wall is a kitchen with custom cabinets. Have you got any neat tricks up your sleeve for getting the thing to budge? Uh, what are the chances that I'll do harm to plumbing in the wall? (I want to avoid a Three Stooges Laurel & Hardy Tim the Toolman Taylor episode in the near future.) Thanks in advance for any assistance you may provide in helping me to avoid being up that creek without a paddle and helping me from having said creek in my basement.
I really like being able to take care of my home and appliance repairs. Construction and electrical stuff, I don't mind. Plumbing is another story. It could stem from an experience while I was still in high school and changed out a toilet lid/seat before the days of nylon fasteners. I overtightened the metal nut and cracked the bowl. Mr. Butts came and replaced the bowl. Yes, the plumber's name was actually Mr. Butts and while he was bent over working I suppose you could see Mr Butts' ...well you know.
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