Quote:
|
Originally Posted by walwalla The dump valve on my recently purchase '61 Bambi is non-functioning. The valve is controlled from the rear by a square rod that rotates and, I assume, rotates the valve from a closed to open position. Looking up at the valve from underneath the trailer, it appears that the working end of the actuator rod is missing or has eroded away. The rod rotates in place but isn't attached to the valve. Any suggestions for fixing it? |
I believe you will find a "brass" valve.
Parts or replacements have not been available for 30 years or more.
It can be removed and a current style dump valve fitting can be fiberglassed in place. From there, you can used a couple of different valves, depending on what you want to do.
Andy