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Sticky waste tank valves

jimmycrack
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Explorer
On my RV. I have noticed the waste gate valves have become very sticky especially on the grey tank. I'm guessing the soap and cleaner build-up are causing the valves to gum-up and stick. I poured appox. 10 ozs. of baby oil down the sink drain into the into the grey tank after I emptied the tank. The valve now slides at the touch rather than pulling and trying to force the valve close. The black tank will get treated next when it's time to drain it.
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JD_and_Beastlet
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Explorer
We use a rubber seal treatment we got at the dealership when we winterize. I like the cooking oil idea - much cheaper.
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coolbreeze01
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Explorer
When storing, we put canola oil in the commode. Doesn't evaporate.
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tvman44
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Explorer
I too use baby oil or mineral oil, which ever I find first.
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Bobbo
Explorer II
Explorer II
Be careful with this. Baby oil is a petroleum based oil, which will degrade rubber over time. A better oil to use would be a silicone oil.
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CavemanCharlie
Explorer III
Explorer III
Thanks, mine are sticky too. I will give it a try.

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Moved from Forum Technical Support

GMandJM
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Explorer
Cool. Thanks for the tip.
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Calicajun
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Explorer
Nice tip.
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2oldman
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Explorer II
Excellent.
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