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08-09-2017, 04:38 AM
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Mid Atlantic Campers Ford Super Duty Owner
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Gray Water Leaks
Hello. water from the shower leaks outside where the valve stems are (that you push in/out to close/open. There's 3 on my 2016 Freelander Micro, and i'm guessing one is specifically for the shower. The leaking water is not coming from the main gray/black water pipe, though. What do i need to replace? thank you.
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08-09-2017, 05:10 AM
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Use abs pipe, easy fix.
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08-09-2017, 09:49 PM
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Workhorse Chassis Owner Forest River Owners Club
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gray water leaks
It will help if you post a picture of the leaking valves. I think you are referring to the drain blade valves. Is that correct?
You may just need to snug up the four bolts. If that does not fix it you may need to take it apart to ensure the rubber rings are properly seated and nothing is blocking the blade valve from closing then reinstall or replace it. Easy job if your tanks are empty and clean.
Paul
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08-09-2017, 10:45 PM
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Mid Atlantic Campers Ford Super Duty Owner
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o rings?
would the rubber rings you mentioned be the "o rings"? someone mentioned that to me as a fix. thank you.
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08-10-2017, 08:03 PM
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Workhorse Chassis Owner Forest River Owners Club
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gray water leaks
Yes
Below is a link to image of the valves. The rings fit in the circle on both sides of the closed blade. Rings can get pinched in the blade slot and not let the blade fully close.
https://www.bing.com/images/search?v...ndex=2&PC=APPL
Paul
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08-10-2017, 09:08 PM
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Valterra makes a twist on valve to add onto the sewer hose connection....$20 on Amazon
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08-11-2017, 04:58 PM
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Winnebago Owners Club Workhorse Chassis Owner
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Quote:
Originally Posted by bob caldwell
Valterra makes a twist on valve to add onto the sewer hose connection....$20 on Amazon
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Which is nice to have if you ever want to equalize the tanks, but otherwise, it is nothing more than a band aid for the OP's problem rather than a fix.
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08-11-2017, 09:59 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by mrsbonzell
would the rubber rings you mentioned be the "o rings"? someone mentioned that to me as a fix. thank you.
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The circumference is in the shape of an "O" but the cross section is not; i.e., they are not "normal" "O" rings. You need to replace with Valterra seals and note the orientation when you remove them.....then be sure the new ones are properly seated when replacing; a little waterproof plumber's grease (silicone) is in order too.........avail at HD. Not usually a tough job.....if access is reasonable, that is. It helps that the nuts in the valve body/flange are semi-captive ............. but don't lose them in the dirt or whatever.  There are a couple of good videos on Youtube re replacement......complete with cautions, etc.
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08-19-2017, 08:14 AM
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Workhorse Chassis Owner Forest River Owners Club
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Mrsbonzell
Hope you have been able to fix your gray water leak.
Please let us know the status of your issue.
Happy Camping
Paul
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06-25-2018, 07:38 AM
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Mid Atlantic Campers Ford Super Duty Owner
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Quote:
Originally Posted by B D HOWie
Mrsbonzell
Hope you have been able to fix your gray water leak.
Please let us know the status of your issue.
Happy Camping
Paul
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Paul, the problem ceased on it's own. However, it may come back and I will use the advice given in this thread (or prob ask for more advice). Thanks for asking! Appreciate it.
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