2016 Avenger 27 tank dump valves close to the pavement

Fossilhunter · 12-12-2018, 07:35 PM

I have an Avenger 27. When I bought it I questioned the salesman about the limited clearance on the dump tank valves, he said it was more than adequate. Since then I've been worried it's just a matter of time before I pollute the pavement. Has anyone modified there dump piping? Any advice on where to buy valves and fittings? See attached pictures.
Thanks

Scrapper · 12-12-2018, 08:59 PM

I'm like you and think that setup is sure to get ripped off by driveway variations. The valves and fittings can be bought from Amazon, CW, many home improvement stores and just about any rv dealer.

Bill and Margo · 12-12-2018, 09:19 PM

Sorry for you. I've would of never bought it without the dealer fixing it. If you question anything, something feels wrong with it. Good luck.

cavie · 12-12-2018, 10:20 PM

That all needs to be replaced and brought out level

Rdeejr · 12-13-2018, 06:37 AM

I agree with others. It needs to be fixed. It should never be set up that low.

HAPP · 12-13-2018, 02:06 PM

I have a Leprechaun MH, my drains were somewhat low and I raise them to my liking. When level, it still has a little slope. Haven't had any problems.

rickkey2 · 12-13-2018, 06:15 PM

That is absolutely ridiculous. There is no reason for that to be that low, back to poor design or poor quality control. I would cut that pipe and install two unions
or what ever it takes to raise the whole thing much higher. Looks like the 90 degree fittings should have been put in more level.

Decon Blue · 12-13-2018, 06:46 PM

That was done on a Friday after lunch.

wicked1 · 12-16-2018, 08:41 AM

Yeah that is not right, I would redo it all and get the pipe sitting higher be in some CG’s you might not even be able to get the sewer hooked up, clearly salesman was blowing smoke.

nomad297 · 12-16-2018, 01:50 PM

Did you buy this new or used? That sure is one rotten looking piping job.

Bruce

Fossilhunter · 12-16-2018, 06:20 PM

Thanks for the replies, I just noticed my pics not quite accurate I took the pic with trailer leveled in my driveway. It's a couple inches higher but barely clears the curb when backing in, I have my wife watch it just in case. I did find some valves @ etrailer I'm going to replumb the majority of the system. I did buy the trailer new.

Moochie6903 · 01-04-2019, 11:53 AM

I have a Sanibel that the pipe angles down on, but nowhere near as much as yours. Get some pipe and elbows and raise it before you have a real environmental problem.

**Bama Rambler** · 01-04-2019, 12:45 PM

It looks like that whole assembly has rotated downward. What does the connection into the black tank look like? Is the outlet warped?

TheWolfPaq82 · 01-04-2019, 01:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bill and Margo

Sorry for you. I've would of never bought it without the dealer fixing it. If you question anything, something feels wrong with it. Good luck.

Fix what ? that's the factory setup...even if it is a disaster. Dealer may change it, but I'm sure they'll charge ya.

chaps2018 · 01-04-2019, 11:30 PM

We had a rental trailer comeback one time like that. For some reason the client rotated the piping on the valve housing. Who on earth would open up a black waste valve assembly on a rental is beyond me.

I drained the tank, disassembled and rotated it back to its original position. Go figure.

chunker21 · 01-15-2019, 09:39 AM

My question are the drain connections even glued or just stuck together? Looks to me like the whole drain assembly rotated down because it wasn't assembled correctly. Personally I would not have bought something like that and eventually you are going to rip it off on a speed bump or something in the road.

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