I am looking at this flexible cable controlled dump valve kit from Valterra.Valterra Flexible cable kitI have three dump valves on my 5th wheel. Black, grey, and galley. The galley tank in particular is extremely difficult for me to reach to dump the tank. I literally have to crawl under the RV to reach the valve. I have health issues that have made this even more difficult.Has anyone installed and used these valves?What is the level of difficulty in installation?How have they worked out and held up over time?I really need to find a way to make the process easier. I would run the cables up into my front compartment accessed by the side door opening. I could build a small box to contain the valves there.Any feedback on the product installation and use will be appreciated.Thanks!Dave

I have used solid and flex dump valves. I have installed both types myself. I much prefer the solid valve rod because it works better. If it were me I would look into lengthening the rod on the valve you have now. Unscrew the T handle, screw on a long nut and rescrew an extension rod with support. Doing this will be easier than replacing the entire valve.http://rvsupplies.com/valterra-waste-valve-extension-rod-kit-10-to-12-carded/?gclid=CP_KlN2Y6NMCFYhMDQodSVAMpQ

Are your valves themselves OK? I ask because I remember seeing where Valterra had kits that fastened OVER ordinary valves and made them remote. That seems to be what our 2003 Jayco has. I think I can replace "valve only" and re-use the remote extensions. I remember reading something to the effect of "use with Bladex Valves." I don't know if every Valterra valve is a "Bladex."

alfredmay wrote:I have used solid and flex dump valves. I have installed both types myself. I much prefer the solid valve rod because it works better. If it were me I would look into lengthening the rod on the valve you have now. Unscrew the T handle, screw on a long nut and rescrew an extension rod with support. Doing this will be easier than replacing the entire valve.http://rvsupplies.com/valterra-waste-valve-extension-rod-kit-10-to-12-carded/?gclid=CP_KlN2Y6NMCFYhMDQodSVAMpQAn extension handle will not work on the galley valve. The valve handle points straight down toward the ground and not out toward the side of the RV. Thanks!Dave

j-d wrote:Are your valves themselves OK? I ask because I remember seeing where Valterra had kits that fastened OVER ordinary valves and made them remote. That seems to be what our 2003 Jayco has. I think I can replace "valve only" and re-use the remote extensions. I remember reading something to the effect of "use with Bladex Valves." I don't know if every Valterra valve is a "Bladex."I went to the Valterra website and could not locate such a kit. It appears that if you want to use the remote cable the valve needs to be replaced because the remote valve has pieces that support the cable allowing it to be pulled.I will keep searching though and if anyone knows of such a kit please let me know. My valves are all ok and working fine.

j-d wrote:Are your valves themselves OK? I ask because I remember seeing where Valterra had kits that fastened OVER ordinary valves and made them remote. That seems to be what our 2003 Jayco has. I think I can replace "valve only" and re-use the remote extensions. I remember reading something to the effect of "use with Bladex Valves." I don't know if every Valterra valve is a "Bladex."I think this is what you were referring to:LinkThey are made by Barker

Changing fixed dump valve to flexible cable controlled valve

dpgllg
Explorer
May 12, 2017
shepfly wrote:
I changed out cable operated valves which were very troublesome to DRAINMASTER electric valves, one of my best mods. Check them out. Since you have one problem valve you could keep cost down by only doing that one. Dave

These also look promising but so far I can not find a 1.5 inch valve on the website only 3 inch. My problem valve and pipe is a 1.5 inch.
dpgllg
Explorer
May 12, 2017
delwhjr wrote:
j-d wrote:
Are your valves themselves OK? I ask because I remember seeing where Valterra had kits that fastened OVER ordinary valves and made them remote. That seems to be what our 2003 Jayco has. I think I can replace "valve only" and re-use the remote extensions. I remember reading something to the effect of "use with Bladex Valves." I don't know if every Valterra valve is a "Bladex."

I think this is what you were referring to:
Link

They are made by Barker

These look like exactly what I need. A little on the expensive side but probably well worth it!

Thank you so much for the information

Dave
dpgllg
Explorer
May 12, 2017
Lwiddis wrote:
"I have three dump valves on my 5th wheel."

Three dump valves is two too many.

"I literally have to crawl under the RV to reach the valve"

And I worry about my hands after removing plastic gloves at a dump site and you are crawling under your RV? Amazing!

OP here

And this is helpful how?

I need constructive help not negative comments like yours. This forum is meant as a tool to exchange information and help fellow RV'ers not a place to ridicule someone.
dryfly
Explorer
May 12, 2017
Could you just re-plumb and get the valve out closer to the side of your trailer? Or, mush easier, use one of the valves that connects to the bayonet fitting on the drain pipe and leave the original valve permanently open.
shepfly
Explorer
May 12, 2017
I changed out cable operated valves which were very troublesome to DRAINMASTER electric valves, one of my best mods. Check them out. Since you have one problem valve you could keep cost down by only doing that one. Dave
Lwiddis
Explorer II
May 11, 2017
"I have three dump valves on my 5th wheel."

Three dump valves is two too many.

"I literally have to crawl under the RV to reach the valve"

And I worry about my hands after removing plastic gloves at a dump site and you are crawling under your RV? Amazing!
delwhjr
Explorer
May 11, 2017
j-d wrote:
Are your valves themselves OK? I ask because I remember seeing where Valterra had kits that fastened OVER ordinary valves and made them remote. That seems to be what our 2003 Jayco has. I think I can replace "valve only" and re-use the remote extensions. I remember reading something to the effect of "use with Bladex Valves." I don't know if every Valterra valve is a "Bladex."

I think this is what you were referring to:
Link

They are made by Barker
dpgllg
Explorer
May 11, 2017
j-d wrote:
Are your valves themselves OK? I ask because I remember seeing where Valterra had kits that fastened OVER ordinary valves and made them remote. That seems to be what our 2003 Jayco has. I think I can replace "valve only" and re-use the remote extensions. I remember reading something to the effect of "use with Bladex Valves." I don't know if every Valterra valve is a "Bladex."

I went to the Valterra website and could not locate such a kit. It appears that if you want to use the remote cable the valve needs to be replaced because the remote valve has pieces that support the cable allowing it to be pulled.

I will keep searching though and if anyone knows of such a kit please let me know. My valves are all ok and working fine.
dpgllg
Explorer
May 11, 2017
alfredmay wrote:
I have used solid and flex dump valves. I have installed both types myself. I much prefer the solid valve rod because it works better. If it were me I would look into lengthening the rod on the valve you have now. Unscrew the T handle, screw on a long nut and rescrew an extension rod with support. Doing this will be easier than replacing the entire valve.

http://rvsupplies.com/valterra-waste-valve-extension-rod-kit-10-to-12-carded/?gclid=CP_KlN2Y6NMCFYhMDQodSVAMpQ

An extension handle will not work on the galley valve. The valve handle points straight down toward the ground and not out toward the side of the RV.

Thanks!

Dave
j-d
Explorer II
May 11, 2017
Are your valves themselves OK? I ask because I remember seeing where Valterra had kits that fastened OVER ordinary valves and made them remote. That seems to be what our 2003 Jayco has. I think I can replace "valve only" and re-use the remote extensions. I remember reading something to the effect of "use with Bladex Valves." I don't know if every Valterra valve is a "Bladex."

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