Whenever we pull into a campground and start to hook up to the sewer connection we have about a gallon of liquid leak out of the valve as soon as we remove the cap. Does anyone have a suggestion on how to fix this problem. There is no debris in the valve. Thank you for any help you can give.
igotjam said
08:37 AM Apr 20, 2010
Had the same problem and got all kinds of advise from spraying WD-40 up the pipe to removing the valve and replacing the seals. Eventually I bought a new valve but as its located in the bowels of my rig requiring removal of the underbelly etc I haven't tackled it yet. (the RV shop estimated over $500 to try the repair...could be more) Good luck.....I continue to live with my problem....I get 3/4 of a large bucket after travelling and always connect the sewer hose immediately upon arrival.
-- Edited by igotjam on Tuesday 20th of April 2010 08:40:44 AM
53 Merc said
08:52 AM Apr 20, 2010
One thing a lot of people do is to install a twist on valve at the terminal end of the dump line. This gives a safety margin when removing the cap. Looks kind of clunky, but it removes the dreaded black rush on your hands.
What I am talking about is
http://www.campingworld.com/shopping/item/twist-on-valve/27868
Beats having to depend on a bucket and hope it is large enough.
If you decide to replace the leaking valve, the hardest part is getting your tanks flushed and clean so when you remove the four bolts that hold in the valve you don't get any leakage.
I'd replace both the black and gray tank valves at the same time, if one is worn out and leaking, the other might not be far behind.
Best Regards!
Gary said
09:46 AM Apr 21, 2010
Another item for my list. Thanks!
Bill and Linda said
11:36 AM Apr 21, 2010
Related to this discussion, I believe it is a very good idea to carry one of these external valves “just in case.”
If you should ever have a gray or black water valve jam open or simply break the cable that operates many of them you’re in a world of hurt.One of these external valves could be a real lifesaver until you could get the cable or valve repaired.
‘Just a word to consider. It is very inexpensive insurance.
Bill
Paul and Shirley said
08:05 AM May 5, 2010
Thanks for the advice. We took the valve out and it had debris in it. Seems like our sani-flush is not working either. Have had it repaired several times, but it continues to plug up. Has anyone ever had that problem? This is a 6 month old camper, and the saniflush has never worked more that one time without having to be taken apart and cleaned out?
53 Merc said
10:41 AM May 5, 2010
Paul and Shirley wrote:
Thanks for the advice. We took the valve out and it had debris in it. Seems like our sani-flush is not working either. Have had it repaired several times, but it continues to plug up. Has anyone ever had that problem? This is a 6 month old camper, and the saniflush has never worked more that one time without having to be taken apart and cleaned out?
I presume you are talking about the "black tank rinser". It may be that you are not using it long enough. One fella told me to hook up the sani-flush and turn it on, open the black tank dump and go get a coffee. Let it flush for at least 15 minutes to be sure it is clean. I dump the tank and watch the clear connection until it is running clear water. Sometimes, if feeling brave, I close the dump valve for a minute or so, then open it again, all the while running the sani-flush. I have never had a problem with our dump valve. Good luck.
Paul and Shirley said
02:51 PM May 5, 2010
Our black water flusher hose just is stopped up and will not put water in the tank. We have only been able to use it a couple of times in the last 6 months, because it has been working just one time and then it is stopped up, so we take it in and they fix it and then we use it one time and the next time it is stopped up again.
Paul and Shirley said
06:19 PM May 13, 2010
All of our problems are fixed and we are now heading west. No more repairs for a while we hope.
tntlowrider said
02:39 AM May 14, 2010
I agree with the above, let that rascal run for a few minutes with the black valve open. It helps get the tank good and clean. While you are filling up again with the flush, you must be there and keep an eye on it while filling up or you will have a flood. While filling up, do not let anyone or anything distract you on this chore. I will fill and flush two to three times until I see clear water coming out. When all done, I put the deodorizer in the tank right away so I will not forget. That also helps break down paper etc.
2fortheroad said
08:59 PM May 16, 2010
We had the same issue with the black tank valve. I thought I was getting it shut all the way but wasn't and getting the same messy results. After several rinses and pushing the valve in and out while back-flushing I felt the valve finally completely close. We also use a water softener in our holding tanks. I read somewhere that this helps keep your tanks cleaner by not allowing the walls to build up with sludge. If I can find the article again I will post a link.
Very interesting. Stashed that one away for future reference. Thanks!
Racerguy said
06:57 PM May 17, 2010
GENECOP wrote:
Interesting article, Gene
http://www.newrver.com/holdingtank.html
Just a FYI,if you use Firefox browser DO NOT click on this link.
2fortheroad said
07:18 PM May 17, 2010
GENECOP wrote:
Interesting article, Gene
http://www.newrver.com/holdingtank.html
Thanks Gene, I knew I had read this article, just couldn't remember the link.
Paul and Shirley said
06:52 PM May 22, 2010
Once again our black water sprayer is clogged. We have run water through it for over at hour at a time, nothing seems to work. The repair shop says toilet paper is getting into the hose and there is no way to stop it. Short of not using toilet paper we have no idea what to do. Sounds like a bad design or something. Anybody out there have any ideas?
Luvglass said
08:41 PM May 22, 2010
I don't know what brand toilet paper you are using, but you have to use one that dissolves easily in the tank. You can get special paper at RV stores and there are a number of commercial brands that work well.
We have been using Angel Soft for 4 years now without any problems.
NorCal Dan said
08:42 PM May 22, 2010
I am not familiar with your sprayer, but if it's getting TP stuck in it then I assume it's the type you just hook to your drain valve and water hose. I prefer the kind that is mounted directly in the tank like this one:
anyone have a suggestion on how to fix this problem. There is no debris in the valve. Thank you for any help you can give.
-- Edited by igotjam on Tuesday 20th of April 2010 08:40:44 AM
http://www.campingworld.com/shopping/item/twist-on-valve/27868
If you decide to replace the leaking valve, the hardest part is getting your tanks flushed and clean so when you remove the four bolts that hold in the valve you don't get any leakage.
I'd replace both the black and gray tank valves at the same time, if one is worn out and leaking, the other might not be far behind.
Best Regards!
Related to this discussion, I believe it is a very good idea to carry one of these external valves “just in case.”
http://www.campingworld.com/shopping/item/twist-on-valve/27868
If you should ever have a gray or black water valve jam open or simply break the cable that operates many of them you’re in a world of hurt. One of these external valves could be a real lifesaver until you could get the cable or valve repaired.
‘Just a word to consider. It is very inexpensive insurance.
Bill
I dump the tank and watch the clear connection until it is running clear water. Sometimes, if feeling brave, I close the dump valve for a minute or so, then open it again, all the while running the sani-flush. I have never had a problem with our dump valve. Good luck.
Just a FYI,if you use Firefox browser DO NOT click on this link.
http://www.campingworld.com/shopping/product/tornado-permanent-tank-rinser/4969
-- Edited by NorCal Dan on Saturday 22nd of May 2010 08:43:27 PM