Need new handle for gray dump.

[thestrangebrew]

Not sure what to call it, but my handle on the gray line to open the valve broke and I need a replacement. I'm not sure what all I need in terms of parts. Is there a whole kit or do I need just the handle? I was able to pull the valve open with my fingers last weekend and it worked, but obviously a handle is better.

Also, I lost my freshwater drain cap. Someone did a mod about putting a 1/2" threaded elbow, and running a pvc pipe to the side with a valve so they didn't have to crawl under the rig. I can't seem to find the thread with all the parts to do this mod. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

SB

[rockfordroo]

Here's mine. Don't have any part #'s, but just a 1/2" elbow, some pex, a hose clamp and a valve. Oh, and a piece of pipe hanger.



Here it is unpainted; you can probably see better in this pic. I just used a chunk of 3/4" square wood clamped to the frame to hold up the back. The wood was intended to be temporary, but, hey, it's working, so it stays.



If I ever have a blow-out, it's probably toast, but my sewer lines are probably toast, too.

[donniedu]

How about buying a piece of 3/8 diameter aluminum tubing, cut a piece maybe 6 inches long and drill a hole in it. Never have to worry about breaking again.

[CHICKDOE]

you can pick up replacement waste valve handles at any rv parts store or online. ebay, camping world, amazon. they come with a screw to attach them. i suggest you put some loc-tite on the screw to help keep it from coming loose.

[thestrangebrew]

Perfect thanks for the responses! I'll see what I can find next time I'm at the dealer.

[kennyairport]

Originally Posted by thestrangebrew

Perfect thanks for the responses! I'll see what I can find next time I'm at the dealer.

They come in different diameters. I also swapped out the gaskets. 4 screws and a little flexing of the pipe took less than 15 minutes. .. don't forget to drain it first.