|
12-26-2003, 05:19 PM
|
#1
|
2 Rivet Member
Join Date: Dec 2003
Posts: 47
|
Toilet Repair
When I flush the toilet the Air Vent or whatever it is, leaks while flushing. I have no ideal what this is or what it is called but would like someone to tell me what it is so that I can get it fixed or replace it. I took it off and apart to find a valve and gaskets that should shut water off I think. I need help. 1961 Overlander....
Thanks...Dave....
__________________
Dave
|
|
|
12-26-2003, 05:38 PM
|
#2
|
Rivet Master
, Minnesota
Join Date: Aug 2003
Posts: 7,721
|
More info?
Dave:
Can you provide a little more descriptive Info? There may be a vent which is a 1 1/4" pipe caulked into the rear of the base, or are you referring to a smaller, elbow type fitting on the water inlet?
|
|
|
12-26-2003, 06:15 PM
|
#3
|
2 Rivet Member
Join Date: Dec 2003
Posts: 47
|
The thing I'm talking about is above the water on /off valve it makes a 90 deg turn to the back of the toilet, it is 3/8's" plumbing to a 1-1/4 " plug into the toilet. From what I think but don't know, It's like a vent from the toilet back to and above the on/off water valve that shuts down when the water is turn on so the water goes to the toilet. I hope this helps, if not maybe I can get a picture and post it. Thanks........Dave....
__________________
Dave
|
|
|
12-26-2003, 09:11 PM
|
#4
|
Rivet Master
, Minnesota
Join Date: Aug 2003
Posts: 7,721
|
I think what you're looking at is a vacuum breaker, which prevents backflow of water from the toilet if pressure drops in the main water line. A common part that should be available at most hardware stores. Good luck
|
|
|
12-27-2003, 08:04 AM
|
#5
|
Vintage Alum. Enthusiast
1959 24' Tradewind
Phoenix
, Arizona
Join Date: Feb 2002
Location: I currently do not own a 2nd Airstream
Posts: 4,360
|
A Picture is Worth a 1000 Words
If you can, Dave, post a picture. I may have one from my '59 that is no longer needed but I don't know what I've got either.
FF
__________________
4CU 2699 / AIR 10 / TAC AZ-1
I'm haunted by aluminum.
Charter Member of the 4 Corners Unit.
|
|
|
12-27-2003, 07:20 PM
|
#6
|
2 Rivet Member
Join Date: Dec 2003
Posts: 47
|
Hello to All
I'm in the process of getting a couple pictures up for the Part or parts that I need. I need the name of this if it is still available or a part that may take it's place. I'm new at this so please bear with me. Thanks ..Dave..
__________________
Dave
|
|
|
12-27-2003, 07:23 PM
|
#7
|
2 Rivet Member
Join Date: Dec 2003
Posts: 47
|
Like I said I'm new.....Here is the 2nd picture of the Item that I need. ......Thanks.......Dave........
__________________
Dave
|
|
|
12-27-2003, 08:00 PM
|
#8
|
Rivet Master
, Minnesota
Join Date: Aug 2003
Posts: 7,721
|
Repair
Do web search on 'vacuum breaker', or get from a local plumbing supply house.
|
|
|
12-28-2003, 03:07 PM
|
#9
|
2 Rivet Member
Join Date: Dec 2003
Posts: 47
|
Toilet repair
Thanks to all of you, I didn't know what a vacuum breaker was, now I know, Learned something. Thanks.....Dave....
__________________
Dave
|
|
|
12-28-2003, 07:21 PM
|
#10
|
Rivet Master
1978 25' Tradewind
Metro Phoenix
, Arizona
Join Date: Jun 2003
Posts: 1,524
|
They still sell vacuum breakers like that...
...especially for sprinkler or pool filling systems. You may have to look around to find a smaller one like you need.
Or, try www.mcmaster.com and part number 9903K51
-Don
__________________
"Between what matters and what seems to matter, how should the world we know judge wisely?" - E.C. Bentley, Trent's Last Case
|
|
|
12-28-2003, 10:21 PM
|
#11
|
2 Rivet Member
Join Date: Dec 2003
Posts: 47
|
Thanks Don, Just what I needed, on order. I was sure having a hard time finding it. ......Thanks....Dave...
__________________
Dave
|
|
|
12-29-2003, 07:46 AM
|
#12
|
Rivet Master
1978 25' Tradewind
Metro Phoenix
, Arizona
Join Date: Jun 2003
Posts: 1,524
|
Cool!
Glad I could help!!!
-Don
__________________
"Between what matters and what seems to matter, how should the world we know judge wisely?" - E.C. Bentley, Trent's Last Case
|
|
|
12-29-2003, 11:51 AM
|
#13
|
Rivet Master
, Minnesota
Join Date: Aug 2003
Posts: 7,721
|
Toilet repair
Dave:
Just a warning-
If the new vacuum breaker continues to leak like the old one, you may need to check your water pressure regulator (set too high) or maybe put in a small expansion accumulator. These units can leak a little, rather than chance having water from the toilet bleed back into your fresh water lines when you open a faucet.
|
|
|
|
Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
|
|
Thread Tools |
Search this Thread |
|
|
Display Modes |
Linear Mode
|
Posting Rules
|
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
HTML code is Off
|
|
|
|
Recent Discussions |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|