Stuck Waste Gate Valve
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- B190 Year: 1989
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Stuck Waste Gate Valve
While inspecting under the chassis, I noticed that the dump valve at the black water tank was open. I think I left it open to drain the sink a year ago when all of the rest of the fresh water system as not in service. I tried to close the valve and there was resistance. I am thinking of some lubricant and use more force or tap it with a mallet to restore function. Given the age of the valve, its critical function and the experience of things disintegrating when I apply force. I wonder if anyone has had a similar problem and has developed a better solution to restoring function to the valve.
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Re: Stuck Waste Gate Valve
I’d suggest running water through it first - I like to try the mildest solutions first.
1991 Airstream B190 - bought, 2005; sold, 2011; bought 2017
1995 Airstream Excella 30' trailer
WBCCI #13270, Washington, DC Unit
1995 Airstream Excella 30' trailer
WBCCI #13270, Washington, DC Unit