Delta®
Renovation Kit - 600 Series Tub & Shower in Chrome
Model#:
RP54870
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PRODUCT FEATURES
Updates 600 Series tub and shower valve trim, whether knob or lever handle, to the standard chrome, contemporary brushed stainless steel, or traditional Venetian Bronze® finish. Includes a matching finish lever handle.
- Kits to update old 600 series Tub and Shower trim pieces in chrome, RB and SS.
- Includes the following RPs within the kit: RP17443 - lever handle; RP5883 - escutcheon; RP1050 - cap; RP5893 - sleeve; RP196 - escutcheon screws; RP20111 - conversion ball; RP4993 - seats & springs; RP188 - cam and packing
Documents & Specs
Product Support, Repair Parts & Technical Specifications
Installation Information
Overall Height (in.) :
3-3/8
Valve Type:
NA
REVIEWS
Rated 5 out of
5
by
ColdH2O from
Smooth Sailing Following a Careful Disassembly
I rebuilt our 1987 acrylic knob Series 600 shower valve using the RP54870 Conversion Kit (in Chrome finish).
As per "Chris H" review, I had also bought an RP77739A kit "just in case", as we had the diamond-shaped stem that he mentions. However, I found we did not need the additional kit to complete our repair as the ball included in the RP54870 Kit worked just fine for our application.
A note of caution - many people have posted online about how they broke the shower valve body when attempting to remove the old Cap Assembly (5) because it was stuck. Apparently it's not difficult to twist and break or distort some hidden tubes which are part of the valve body inside the wall.
I was fortunately able to unscrew our Cap Assembly quite easily. In fact, I checked it by giving it a quarter turn before ordering new parts.
Once the parts arrived, I shut off the water supply and carefully disassembled everything. After disassembly, I wiped down and inspected the metal valve body, including two (stainless steel?) sleeves in the body which house the Seats and Springs (10). I checked for burrs, scratches, deposits, corrosion, or foreign matter. I removed some minor mineral deposits on the exterior threads by wiping them with a cloth.
I applied plumber's grease to all new rubber parts, including the Seats and Springs (10). I carefully inspected them after installing to make sure they were fully inserted into the sleeves before attempting the next step.
I fit the included Conversion Ball (8) with the 4 Holes (Up) and the Large Single Hole (Down), just as the instructions illustrate.
When installing the new Cam and Lip seal (9) over the Conversion Ball, I found that the dark gray plastic seal housing had to be oriented properly to match a raised rib on the plastic with a slot on the right side of the metal valve body's threaded section.
Following reassembly, the refurbished valve works very well. It operates smoothly and allows us to select a broad range of temperatures. Hopefully we can enjoy good service for a few more decades now.
Date published: 2026-04-15
Rated 1 out of
5
by
Chris H from
Misleading instructions
The instructions are misleading: RP54870SS doesnt work with existing installations and Delta faucets with #212 ball with diamond stem. I needed to buy Delta RP77739A kit to get it to work.
Date published: 2025-04-22
Rated 2 out of
5
by
Chris H from
Misleading "H" and "C" markings on the plate
I purchased RP54870SS to retrofit my old Delta leaking faucet. I folowed the instructions and the installation went good (no leaks), but when I turned the handle clockwise where "C" (cold) mark on the plate is, the hot water came out. When I turned the handle counterclockwise to "H" marking the cold water came out...I checked the instruction and section 9 says:
" 9. Verify that hot water comes out of the valve when the lever handle is
turned fully clockwise." So I did it corectly.
There's a discrepancy between the plate markings and the valve operation.
I'll give 2 stars for the quality materials through and I'm looking for stickers with "H" and "C" to correct the plate markings to match the valve operation.
Date published: 2025-04-18
Rated 5 out of
5
by
pauld from
rp54870 kit, escutcheon screws
I am ordering this now. I do not see anyplace the screws can connect to. Am I missing some part that should have been located behind the valve?
Date published: 2023-12-30
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Another Old Guy from
Keep an old Delta 600 shower valve setup alive
Perfectly designed to refurb the old Delta 600 tub and shower valve, provided that you can get the previous parts to come loose. All the visible parts are metal, rather than plastic. Yeah! Warning: Getting the old outermost metal cap unscrewed from the valve body can be difficult because of corrosion. Forcing it loose with hard pressure using a wrench will cause a disastrous water leak behind the valve, inside the wall, and unless your house is unusual, the only way to stop the leak will be to shut off the water to the entire house. Then you will be faced with having to get into the wall and replace the entire valve and valve body. Your refurbishing kit will not fit the new valve, since it is designed to fit the old valve. So, then you will have to also buy a new trim kit in addition to the valve body and new valve. (Tip: When I had this problem some years ago, I installed shutoffs for the shower lines while the water was turned off, so that the water could be turned on to the rest of the house. But then my water lines were available for access in the basement. Without such access, you'll have to cut a hole in a wall or ceiling to get at the water lines.)
Date published: 2023-11-30
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Steve S Ca from
Delta faucet 600 series replacement.
This Delta replacement faucet handle for 600 series faucet is a great upgrade. Also the instructions are written so almost any one can do the replacement.
Date published: 2023-08-28
Rated 1 out of
5
by
DRM 1 from
Delta discontinued important components
I sent photos of my existing trim to Delta, and this was recommended as the replacement. Unfortunately,the escutcheon plate is not the deep kind in my existing trim, and the kind in this kit is not deep enough. Even more unfortunately, Delta *discontinued* the deep escutcheon plates. So what could have been a simple shower upgrade project within my carefully saved budget now will not happen, because I would have to remove and redo my entire shower - including permits to change the plumbing to work with shallower escutcheon plates. This poor review does not reflect on the Delta customer service reps, who tried to be helpful. It is only about the incredibly inconsiderate decision by Delta to discontinue the deep escutcheon plates with no regard for their customers.
Date published: 2022-09-17
Rated 2 out of
5
by
Sandy from
Lever fails
The lever that controls the mix of hot/cold water fails after a few years! We have had to have it repaired 3 or 4 times. The bronze color on the handle has also faded.
Date published: 2022-08-29
Q&A
Pull Down Tub Spout Diverter in ORB
I have the RP5487ORB and have purchased the Overflow, Shower Arm and Showerhead. I do not see a Tub Spout Pull Down Diverter in ORB, what can I use in the scenario?
Hi Kafdem,
Thank you for your question. Please click the link below to view our selection of tub spouts in the Venetian Bronze finish.
http://www.deltafaucet.com/bath/showering-components/filter-results.html?finish=rb&sort=pricehighlow&type=type-showercomp-tubspouts&function=bath-showering-components
Best regards,
Jon
Date published: 2024-03-28
Does the renovation kit work with the 600 series shower faucet that came with a metal handle?
I believe that my shower faucet has the RP70 stainless ball in the valve and not the RP212 that the kit references. Is the RP20111 a replacement or upgrade for the RP70? I am pretty sure the valve body is the same.
Thanks
Thank you for your question. Delta Faucet model # RP54870 will work with the metal handle.
Date published: 2024-03-28
I used this kit to renovate our shower. The lever weighs enough to shut off the water when in the central position. On the old version there was a ring on the cam to adjust the tension on the ball. Is there something similar for the lever cam?
OK Rossana so what should I do to prevent it turning off from the weight of the handle?
Date published: 2024-03-28
ow to convert from push-in diverter to tub spout diverter?
I have a 600 series faucet with the crystal ball. If I use this renovation kit RP54870, is there anything else I need to do to convert it to a tub spout diverter other than just buying RP19895 and the plug cap RP2865. Any plumbing additions or alterations or just screw on new tub spout?
Thank you for your question. Delta Faucet model # RP54870 does include everything needed to upgrade the 600 series faucet except the showerhead, shower arm, shower flange and tub spout. If you do have a diverter on your escutcheon plate, you will also need to purchase the RP2865 push button diverter plug and then pick a tub spout that has a diverter included on it.
Date published: 2024-03-28
Need more than the 600 rennov. kit offers
I also will need the shower arm, drain, flanges, tub overflow disk, etc. Do I buy all those separately and does delta have them...or are they generic? Would those also be available at a store like Home Depot or Lowes?
Hi Babs,
Thank you for your question. Delta Faucet model # RP54870 is the renovation kit for the 600 series faucets. It is everything that you will need at the valve and does not include the tub spout, shower arm, shower flange, or tub drain. You can pair them with any of our showerheads and tub spouts or tub drains by matching the Chrome finish. Check with your local retailer or wholesaler for a wide variety of choices.
Thanks.
Jody
Date published: 2024-03-28
Can I get this product in Brushed Nickle?
Thank you for your question, Chester 48! This is available in the Stainless Steel finish (RP54870SS), which will match brushed nickel.
https://www.deltafaucet.com/parts-product-detail?modelNumber=RP54870SS
Best regards, Jon
Date published: 2024-03-28
What part do I need to fill the gap shown in the photograph?
I recently submitted a question to Delta inquiring if the existing acrylic ball on my 1600 series shower faucet could be replaced with an ADA compliant lever. Thank you for your advise and guidance. The lever (RP48717) fits and accommodates my needs very efficiently.
However, there is still a problem. In the attached photograph, you can see that there is a part missing between the base of the lever and the hole in the escutcheon. The distance from the hole in the escutcheon to the base of the lever is approximately 1-1/4 inches.
What part do I need to fill the gap shown in the photograph?
Hi Marjorie, Thank you for your question. The pictured faucet is missing the RP6081 sleeve that will cover the exposed portion of the brass valve body.
http://www.deltafaucet.com/repairparts/details/rp6081.html
Thanks,
Dave
Date published: 2024-03-28
Use this kit to upgrade Delta 1600?
Can this reno kit be used on a Delta 1600 faucet that uses what appears to be an RP1991 cartridge? Can you replace the cartridge with the ball? If not what valve(s) are compatible w/ this reno kit, as there does not appear to be a trim upgrade in antique bronze for the 1600 faucet.
Hi Bob, Thank you for your question. Currently there is not a renovation kit available for the 1600 series faucets, the 600 kit will not work. The trim sleeve and escutcheon are still available for the 1600, but only in the chrome finish.
Thanks,
Dave
Date published: 2024-03-28
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