Dump Valve

[Impala348]

Has anyone ever had the pull rod pull out of the dump valve? If so, can it be re-attached, or do I need a new valve?

[overlander63]

Originally Posted by Impala348

Has anyone ever had the pull rod pull out of the dump valve? If so, can it be re-attached, or do I need a new valve?

If it is the entire rod, including the knob on the end that slips into a notch on the blade itself, you should probably replace it. If it happened once, it will again, usually when the tank is full.

[masseyfarm]

Bill has a detailed account of his experience here with pictures.
http://www.airforums.com/forums/f312...ml#post1070873

Dave

Originally Posted by Impala348

Has anyone ever had the pull rod pull out of the dump valve? If so, can it be re-attached, or do I need a new valve?

[Impala348]

Thank You Massey and Overlander!. This really helped. I found that it was the coupling from the extension rod to the valve rod. Was able to clamp a pair of vise grips onto the valve rod and dump the tank. This was a Major Victory!! Now, I just have to figure out how to re-attach the extension rod. Hoping I can do it with one hand so I won't have to drop the whole pan under the tanks.
Thanks again!!!
And thanks to Bill for the pics.