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Cant remove a retainer nut from kitchen faucet?!?

Yes I have all the proper tools, I'm using a basin wrench...I've got the old kitchen faucet disassembled...one retainer nut is off after some effort, but the other won't budge (white plastic style)...I can't get it off and it's the only thing holding me back from getting my new faucet in...this is suppose to be an easy project but it's killing my entire day, please help if you have advice!

Answer:

spray WD40 on it this may take a couple of sprays but should do the trick i hope this helps you
If you are replacing the faucet, just break it off, even from the top. Throw it away. I ended up doing this after messing with the basin wrench for 30 mins. The sink is tough enough to hold up, the faucet components are often chromed plastic, which distort when you use a basin wrench anyhow. Use Teflon tape when you put your new faucet on to avoid this the next time.
Hi I feel your pain. I know there is little room, but try a small hammer and chisel. Try to cut the darn plastic nut. Good luck with the project. You might try to talk a small kid into doing the "dirty" work in that tight space. S1lent

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