Delta®
Renovation Kit - 600 Series Tub & Shower in Venetian Bronze
Model#:
RP54870RB
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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 rubbed 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
Can you pair this with any Delta head and faucet? Is there specific faucets and shower heads that have to be used with this older valve?
Thank you for your question, Drew14! Yes, the RP54870RB conversion kit can be used with any Delta tub spout or shower head.
Best Regards, Benjamin
Date published: 2024-03-28
Replacement parts for 1992 gold to venetian bronze
Shower/ tub with diverter on tub spout, Installed assume series 600 since escutcheon screw at 7 and 5 o clock positions
Has acrylic knob want something in Oil rubbed bronze with handle. What retro fit parts do we need.,
Master bedroom has shower head only same series of hardware with acrylic knob want to go with a venetian bronze to match delta hand hold shower head already purchased What kit is needed. Want handle here too,
Hi Paul,
Thank you for your question! The RP54870RB will include all of the needed parts for the valve trim on a 600 series. A 600 series handle will tilt up and down to control the volume and left and right to control temperature, as well has having screws at 5 & 7 o'clock on the plate.
The tub spout, shower head, arm, and flange must be purchased separately. Please click the link below to browse our selection.
http://www.deltafaucet.com/bath/showering-components/filter.html
Thanks,
Jon
Date published: 2024-03-28
If desired, can you continue to use the old inner ball control and plastic handle with the other new, bronze parts?
Hi, Timmy!
Thank you for your question. The original inner ball control and plastic handle can be used with the new Delta RP54870RB Renovation Kit.
Best Regards,
Rosanna
Date published: 2024-03-28
Renovation Kit
Hi,
I have a picture of my tub and shower handles that were original with our home (1995). Will this renovation kit work to replace these? I see that I will need a plug for the diverter opening in the tub faucet. What other parts do I need?
Thanks so much for your help!
Hi Lisa,
Thank you for your question! You have a 1500 series tub/shower unit. Unfortunately, we do not have a trim kit for 1500 series units with screw holes at 5 and 7 o'clock. However, we do have some replacement parts available. I have attached the parts diagram.
Best regards,
Jon
Date published: 2024-03-28
I have read comments that after installing this the direction you turn for H and C are the opposite of what they were. If this is correct, and the customers are not confused, why would you do this? On the escutcheon isn't C still to the right and H left?
Thank you for your question, Timmy! When the Delta 600 Series Renovation Kit RP54870RB is installed, the lever handle continues to work the same as how the original knob handle operated. Lifting the lever up to turn the water on, cold is to the right, and hot is on the left however it will appear the lever is pointing in the opposite direction.
Best regards,
Tanya
Date published: 2024-03-28
Will this reno kit replace the chrome 132900 that i have now?
Hi, Rick!
Thank you for your question. The Delta RP54870RB renovation kit works with our Delta 600 series trim kits. We recommend any of our Monitor or TempAssure trim kits to change the trim for your Delta 132900 model. Here is a link to these kits:
https://www.deltafaucet.com/bathroom/showering/tub-and-shower-faucets
Best Regards,
Rosanna
Date published: 2024-03-28
how do i get a 1-3/4 dia x 1-7/8 long sleeve in venetian bronze
the one supplied in the renovation kit is only 1-3/8 long.
Thank you for your question. Delta Faucet model # RP54870RB has sleeve included in the renovation kit. This is the only sleeve we have available in that finish for the 600 series models.
Date published: 2024-03-28
how do you replace the diverter valve assembly on a series 600 delta shower/tub faucet?
water leaks out around the diverter valve stem when in the shower position so I assume the diverter valve assembly must be replaced. If there are other ways to stop this leak please please provide details.
Hi Walt, Thank you for your question. If the push button diverter on your valve is not working properly it can be unscrewed and replaced with a new RP5649. You would need to remove the handle and round escutcheon to access the diverter. The push button diverter will unscrew in a counter-clockwise direction.
Thanks,
Dave
Date published: 2024-03-28
what about a kit that has a shower diverter below the handle?
Thank you for your question, dspur! We recommend capping the push button diverter hole in the valve using the RP2865 Plug and installing a diverter tub spout such as RP51303 or RP17453.
https://www.deltafaucet.com/parts-product-detail?modelNumber=RP2865
The escutcheon plate for the 600 Series with a hole for the push button diverter is part number RP6046. This escutcheon can be purchased separately and is currently available in Chrome only.
https://www.deltafaucet.com/parts-product-detail?modelNumber=RP6046
Best regards, Jon
Date published: 2024-03-28
Our original Delta shower faucet installed in 2001is model N1424-74. We are doing some upgrades and need to know if Delta conversion kit RP5487ORB is compatible
Hello DJFRED4,
Thank you for your inquiry! The Delta Renovation Kit RP54870RB is designed for a 600 series ball valve unit. However, any of our trim kits that start with a T13 or a T14 will interchange for your older Classic N1424-74 model, without replacing the valve, in the wall.
Best regards,
Tanya
Date published: 2024-03-28
Will this replace a RP212 ball valve?
Thank you for your question, PhilDumfy21! The Delta tub and shower renovation kit for the 600 series will include the RP20111 ball which replaces the RP212 knob handle assembly to accept the Delta lever handle.
Best regards, Edward
Date published: 2024-03-28
Will this work with a 601 valve?
I want to replace the trim on a shower tub combo but can't find any trim pieces for the 601 valve.
Hi Sandy, Thank you for your question. The RP54870RB Renovation kit will work with your model 601 faucet. The kit is made specifically for the 600 series faucets.
Thanks,
Dave
Date published: 2024-03-28
Do you also have a Tub Spout (Threaded) and Shower spout that goes with this kit?
Hi, Robby!
Thank you for your question. The Delta RP54870RB Renovation Kit is universal and will match any of our Delta Tub Spout and Shower Head Assemblies. Here is a link to the Venetian Bronze Shower Heads:
https://www.deltafaucet.com/bathroom/showering/showerheads--handshowers?categories=Delta_Bathroom_Showering_Shower+Heads+%26+Hand+Showers_Shower+Heads&facetFinish=venetianbronze
Best Regards,
Rosanna
Date published: 2024-03-28
Does this 600 series offer a tub spout diverter, either in a kit or separate? If not, what's the best match?
Thank you for your question, Dianne57! The RP54870RB renovation kit does not include a tub spout. The 600 series originally used models such as RP19895 or RP5834, RP17453 for a pull down diverter option, however these are not offered in the same finish. Below is a list of tub spouts available in the Venetian Bronze finish but you will need to know what type of pipe is being used before choosing a model.
https://www.deltafaucet.com/bathroom/bathing/tub--shower-faucets?categories=Delta_Bathroom_Bathing_Tub+and+Shower+Faucets_Tub+Spouts&facetFinish=venetianbronze
Best regards, Edward
Date published: 2024-03-28
I want to upgrade my tub trim and I believe i have the old 600 series (3056418) with push button diverter.
I would like to upgrade it with the lever handle which kit do I need to purchase.
Hi Linda, Thank you for your question. The RP54870 is the renovation kit for the 600 series faucets. The kit is available in chrome, (SS) brilliance stainless, and (RB) venetian bronze finishes. To work with your faucet you would have to remove the push button diverter and plug the hole with the RP2865, and order a diverter tub spout.
Thanks,
Dave
Date published: 2024-03-28
Is this kit available in Oil Rubbed Bronze? If not, how do I get the shower head, pipe and down spout to match.
Thank you for your question. Delta Faucet model # RP54870RB is the Venetian Bronze finish. It will most closely match the Oil Rubbed Bronze finish. You then will need to pick out a showerhead, tub spout, and showerarm and flange with model numbers that contain RB on the end so it will all match.
Date published: 2024-03-28
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
600 series shower faucet leaks under handle ONLY when water is on ?
only leaks when water is running / on. will the renovation kit fix this ? I have the front bonnet nut losose but have not removed it yet.
Hi Bob, Thank you for your question. You can try tightening the adjusting ring that is part of the cap under the handle to stop the leak. If this does not help, you will want to replace the cam assembly. The part number for the cam assembly is RP61 if your faucet has a lever style handle, and RP188 if you have the acrylic knob handle. The RP54870 renovation kit would supply all new internal parts.
Thanks,
Dave
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
Are stops built in to the Delta 600 series?
The hot and cold feed into the valve each have a screw driver slotted, threaded bolt in the center of a nut on each side of the valve. Are these stops or some kind of adjusters? Do I back off the nut to turn the screw? Problem is low hot water flow. Cold water O.K. I suspect a blockage on hot water side of ball valve.
Thanks in advance
Hi Herb,
Thank you for your question. Some 600 series models have screw driver stops on the hot and cold supplies. Please make sure the stop on the hot side is fully opened.
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
Can I replace my existing tub/shower valve with a current model.
I have a 20 year old shower and tub valve, the kind with a crystal ball handle that moves up and down to turn the water on and off, and turns to adjust the temperature. The valve still works fine, but it is in shiny brass and we would like to convert to stainless or brushed nickel. I am looking for a replacement valve that can use the existing valve body so the conversion can be made from the front without tearing out drywall to access the interior plumbing. Most of the current valves use a lever handle, and I would like to know if I can install one of these in the existing valve body. Volume control is desirable but not essential. I don't have any identifying information on the existing valve, but it would have been contractor grade from 1992.
Thank you for your question. Based on the information you have provided, it sounds like you have a 600 series faucet. We do have a renovation kit for that series. Delta Faucet model # RP54870 is available in Chrome, Venetian Bronze, and Stainless Steel. It will include everything but your tub spout, shower arm and flange, and your showerhead.
Date published: 2024-03-28
We have an old shower (1999) with the Delta renovations hardware and a temples valve. We would like to replace it with the Leland 14 Series tub trim.
Is that possible?
Hi AMS, Thank you for your question. If your current faucet/valve is a 600 series and uses the ball assembly, seats, and springs and does not use a cartridge the Leland 14 series trim will not fit.
Thanks,
Dave
Date published: 2024-03-28
What bronze faucet for 4" threaded copper pipe?
I believe we have an old delta 6000 shower/tub combo. We ordered the 34357 but the threaded copper pipe sticks out 4". Can we make this work or do I need another faucet?
Hi Steve, Thank you for your question. If you have a 1/2" copper pipe with a male threaded adapter sweated onto the pipe you can cut the adapter off of the copper pipe, sweat on the RP12307 tub spout adapter that comes with the RP34357 tub spout according to the instructions and install the tub spout. If you have a 4" long threaded pipe you will have to switch the pipe nipple out to a shorter length that will extend beyond the finished wall from 5/8" to 1-5/8" and screw on the RP12307 tub spout adapter and then the tub spout itself.
Thanks,
Dave
Date published: 2024-03-28
Is there a renovation kit that looks like this one that includes a hole for the diverter pull out stem?
Thank you for your question, Dave! The Delta RP54870 Renovation Kit will not work with a push button diverter. The push button diverter will have to be removed and the hole will have to be plugged with the RP2865 diverter plug. Alternatively, if you simply wish to renovate your 600 series, the RP6046 escutcheon plate along with all other components can be purchased separately in order to continue using the push button diverter.
https://www.deltafaucet.com/parts-product-detail?modelNumber=RP6046
Best regards, Edward
Date published: 2024-03-28
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