sewage valves.

[ret_usn]

On our last trip I noticed the gray valve was leaking and dripping at cap. Dumped before leaving. Just got under to attempt to replace both dump valves since this is a 2004. Found a box with pipe in the middle and a handle on each side. removed 4 screws and with the box loose I discovered the valves are 3' in at tanks and are cable operated. Had to remove 2 sheets of metal under camper to even see them. Now I am considering removing all the pipe which is connected at the tanks with a rubber sleeve and clamps. I think it is best to remove the complete unit , replace cable operated valves and cable to box and then reinstall. Any better ideas>??

[hussbuss]

T58 valve. I put one onto my older Jayco to stop a gray tank leak. Worked so good that I installed one onto my new TT right after purchase. Saves any chance of a mess when removing the cap. One word of caution, it is possible to have the valve come off when removing the cap. Believe me, I know.. I drill 2 1/8 holes next to 2 opposing mounting tangs and secure with small screws and black silicon. Both my installs were permeant.

[ret_usn]

I agree abc 40 kids just ordered the twist on valve.

[352]

HERE What abc40kids said

[Lwiddis]

ABC seems to have a good plan.

[ret_usn]

Sound guy that would be kind of hard to do with the valves 3' in and under the metal under pinning. I did think of re piping and put two new valves near the existing location using a new fitting at the end to join the two.

[Lynnmor]

If you might use the trailer In freezing weather, keeping them up inside the belly would be best.

[donn0128]

Replacing the blades are easy. 4 bolts, pry the valve bodies apart slightly, drop out the old blade and seals. Liberaly grease the seals and blade using plumbers grease and reassemble. Careful to tighten the 4 bolts evenly and not too tight. Check for leaks by dumping a few gallons of water in the tank. No leaks? Valve work easily? Close things up. Not hard.

[abc40kids]

You could just add another valve to the existing dripping one for now, problem solved (Valterra #T58)I did this until I got my drip fixed and still use it. It's a $20.00 fix!

[SoundGuy]

ret usn wrote:
I think it is best to remove the complete unit , replace cable operated valves and cable to box and then reinstall. Any better ideas>??

Remove the cable operated valves and replace with directly operated valves - just what I had my dealer do many years ago with my previous KZ Spree.