Water lines

[Stormrider151]

So in as much as I broke the low point drain fitting on 23ss, I think I'm going to replace the fittings on both lines with valves instead of screw on caps. I know the outer diameter of the lines is 5/8 and suspect the inner diameter is 3/8. Am I correct or completely of base. I figured I would ask you guy's before pulling lines apart to take a measurement. Thanks a bunch.

[Lynkage]

Get 1/2" shark bite valves and just push them on and DONE!!

[Stormrider151]

I considered that but I was a little concerned that given the fact they are under the trailer and the might fall off going down the road. Frankly I don't know that much about the shark bites. Sure would make things easier though.

[KMP44]

Originally Posted by Lynkage

Get 1/2" shark bite valves and just push them on and DONE!!

Perfect solution! If its 5/8" OD and 3/8" ID though, I think you want a 3/8 valve. Better double check.

[Stormrider151]

I'm not sure it's a 3/8 ID. I'm just guessing at that. I'm just trying to avoid taking fittings apart to take the measurement. I'm really good at fixing stuff after I break it and if I start pulling stuff apart, well.... I'll break it.

[youroo]

Originally Posted by Stormrider151

I considered that but I was a little concerned that given the fact they are under the trailer and the might fall off going down the road. Frankly I don't know that much about the shark bites. Sure would make things easier though.

They will NOT fall off. Youroo!!

[KMP44]

Originally Posted by Stormrider151

I'm not sure it's a 3/8 ID. I'm just guessing at that. I'm just trying to avoid taking fittings apart to take the measurement. I'm really good at fixing stuff after I break it and if I start pulling stuff apart, well.... I'll break it.

I was just going by the 5/8 OD. Pick up one fitting(or both a 3/8 and 1/2 and return the extra) and a removal tool - which is a little plastic collar. You can pop the valve onto your line and verify it fits right w/ no leaks. If not it will just pop off with the removal tool. These fittings are kind of pricey for big projects, but I have found them to be unbeatable for a small job or repair, especially in a tight spot or someplace you don't want to glue or solder.

These have "teeth" that will bite into the plactic pipe, and I really don't think you have to worry about it coming loose - even bouncing down the road.

[Lynkage]

99% of newer TT's 5er's MH use 1/2" PEX for the potable water system. It will fit just fine. You can also look (I found them at Lowes) at the plastic push-on valves. About 1/2 the price of the Brass Shark Bites but I am also a fan of long life replacement parts.

[Stormrider151]

Ok, That's the way i'll go. Off to the big box store. Thanks for the input guy's. You have been a huge help!!

[Lynkage]

Just a side note to our fellow forumites, Fixing this PEX plumbing is very easy. The hardest part is buying the crimp tool. I carry my crimp tool and spare fittings and pipe with me everywhere.

For those willing to fix it on the run I highly recommend it!!

BTW storm happy fixing!!

[garbonz]

Originally Posted by Lynkage

Just a side note to our fellow forumites, Fixing this PEX plumbing is very easy. The hardest part is buying the crimp tool. I carry my crimp tool and spare fittings and pipe with me everywhere. For those willing to fix it on the run I highly recommend it!! BTW storm happy fixing!!

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[another_newfie]

If shark bites are installed properly they won't go anywhere. I've used them extensively across many of my TT's etc and never had a single issue. They are a god send when working in tight spaces etc. I carry a variety of fittings with me just in case.