Spare Plumbing Parts March 18, 2021, 08:34:44 am I am trying to acquire all the spare parts Larry suggests carrying. Down to three.1) Faucet plugs, to cap off leaking faucets. I think this must be for the bath sink. I am guessing it something that you replace the aerator with until you can replace the faucet seals. Is that right?I can not envision a plug for the shower or kitchen sink.2) Toilet Water ValveIs the part operated by the foot pedal?That might look like this?3) Vacuumn BreakerThis thing? 1 Likes As an Amazon Associate Lazy Daze Owners' Group earns from qualifying purchases.
Re: Spare Plumbing Parts Reply #1 – March 18, 2021, 09:37:52 am Hi Don. By the numbers...1) Hoses attach to the various faucets. They use a standard threaded connection. If the faucet fails, a faucet plug will allow you to unscrew the hose connection and plug the end of the hose. You can then re-pressurize your system and use other stuff while working on a repair of the faucet.2) The link does look like the valve that is activated by the flush foot pedal. The lower, threaded connection is one of those connections where a faucet plug could be used on the hose if needed. The upper barbed connection goes to the vacuum breaker at the back of the bowl, and to the hand flush sprayer. Caution - just as SeaLand makes different toilet models, there may be different valve models. Make sure the valve fits your model.3) Yep. The black rubber piece slides onto the white horizontal tube. That slides into the hole at the back of the bowl. The two barbed fittings are for the water line from the valve, and for the hose to the hand sprayer.Ken F in NM
Re: Spare Plumbing Parts Reply #2 – March 18, 2021, 09:38:14 am I am thinking of No city connection, A parallel pump switch next to the TP roll, Pump on, Pump off, Pump on, pump off?Maybe a shark bite pex cap, shark bite pex splice and pvc cutters
Re: Spare Plumbing Parts Reply #3 – March 22, 2021, 02:32:18 pm I am still stumped.1) My body can not access where the lines go into either kitchen or bath sinks. at 75, my parts are not the same as when I was even 55.I could access these supply lines under the kitchen sink. See picture. I would have to guess what size plug to get. No, I am not going to undo them to find out, so I guess I will have to bypass this.2) The foot pedal-operated valve in my picture looks the same as the one on Amazon. Do you agree?
Re: Spare Plumbing Parts Reply #4 – March 22, 2021, 02:45:17 pm "1) My body can not access where the lines go into either kitchen or bath sinks. at 75,..."Nor I at 85!If I had your problem my solution would be to seek the help of an RV Tech or a plumber.
Re: Spare Plumbing Parts Reply #5 – March 22, 2021, 02:58:36 pm I hear your pain about getting into a tight space, but consider this - Look at the under sink pic. You see a 4 sided nut next to a 6 sided nut. The 4 sided nut is part of the male thread and is there so a twisting strain is not applied to that small copper line. Suppose something hit, and broke, that little copper line. With no plug, you cannot use the kitchen or bathroom sink, the shower, or the toilet. Bottom line, you have to turn the pump off and leave it off until you can find someone to do the repair. If you have a few plugs (they will all be the same size) and can find a helper, you have then loosen that connection and put a plug onto the feeder hose. Snug it down, and you can use the shower, toilet and bathroom sink. If you have a two handle faucet in the kitchen, you could use the remaining faucet. With a single handle cartridge-based faucet, I think you would not be able to use the other side of the faucet there. So, even if you cannot see yourself effecting the disconnection and installation of the plug, I think there is merit in carrying a few of them.I didn't see an Amazon link or pic, but your toilet valve looks just like mine. Note the threaded connection on the bottom. That is the same size and thread of a faucet plug so, if you have either that unit, or a replacement in hand, any plumbing supply store should be able to provide you with plugs.Ken F in NM
Re: Spare Plumbing Parts Reply #6 – March 22, 2021, 04:18:51 pm Even if you can't fit into the spots needed to intercede with a 'problem', have the parts available for a flexible Samaritan couldn't hurt.My concern isn't not being able to get into those places, my concern is getting in and not being able to get back out!
Re: Spare Plumbing Parts Reply #7 – March 22, 2021, 05:12:36 pm I was trying to say I could get to the brass fittings shown in the photo under the kitchen sink. [But not the fittings that attach to the sink faucet. That was done before the exterior walls were put on) But I would not want to do it just to find out what size plug would be needed. Fear of creating a leak. I may drop by my plumber. I given him a lot of biz and maybe he can just look and tell me.I have not taken the door off under the bath sink so I can maybe peek and see if the fittings are the same there.I didn't see an Amazon link or pic, but your toilet valve looks just like mine. Note the threaded connection on the bottom. That is the same size and thread of a faucet plug so, if you have either that unit, or a replacement in hand, any plumbing supply store should be able to provide you with plugs.Ah, OK, I am going to order one. That was the original intent.In my original post, there is an Amazon link.ThanksPS Mr. Bones, RV Tech is a misnomer. They know less than I do. One has never touched our rig.
Re: Spare Plumbing Parts Reply #8 – March 22, 2021, 05:53:15 pm "PS Mr. Bones, RV Tech is a misnomer"Lucky you! I seriously doubt that you would think that way if it were Mike Sylvester, God rest his soul.I have a couple of axioms... if it ain't broke, don't fix it and if I'm in over my head, call for help! 3 Likes
Re: Spare Plumbing Parts Reply #9 – March 22, 2021, 08:27:32 pm " A parallel pump switch next to the TP roll, Pump on, Pump off, Pump on, pump off? " Has anyone done this? An extra pump switch in the bathroom to turn on and off the pump? Karen~Liam 98 ~ MB NinA
Re: Spare Plumbing Parts Reply #10 – March 22, 2021, 09:35:16 pm Quote from: Karen & Liam - March 22, 2021, 08:27:32 pm" A parallel pump switch next to the TP roll, Pump on, Pump off, Pump on, pump off? " Has anyone done this? An extra pump switch in the bathroom to turn on and off the pump? Karen~Liam 98 ~ MB NinAI did this with our '83 FL, and it was involved. To do it properly, you need a 3-way switch both at the panel and next to the toilet. This may require replacing the panel switch if it is not a double-throw switch - if you can find one that fits. You need to run three largish gauge wires between the two switches, and if you want to duplicate the LED at the bath switch (which I did), that is another pair of wires. For our '04, which uses PEX instead of the leak-prone polybutylene plumbing of our '83, I elected not to go to the trouble. We just leave the pump on whenever in the rig.Steve 1 Likes
Re: Spare Plumbing Parts Reply #11 – March 23, 2021, 09:30:07 am Quote from: Karen & Liam - March 22, 2021, 08:27:32 pm" A parallel pump switch next to the TP roll, Pump on, Pump off, Pump on, pump off? " Has anyone done this? An extra pump switch in the bathroom to turn on and off the pump? Karen~Liam 98 ~ MB NinAI'm thinking a simple fix - a cup or two or three of water. I'm all for the easy fix at my age --74.glen 1 Likes
Re: Spare Plumbing Parts Reply #12 – March 23, 2021, 09:45:32 am Getting back to spare plumbing parts, I’m thinking it might be useful to carry a couple of the plastic (PVC?) threaded elbow connectors that attach to each end of the water pump. Anyone have a source for them?
Re: Spare Plumbing Parts Reply #13 – March 23, 2021, 10:16:25 am Yes, I did it. Rather than mess with the Lazy Daze switch panel, I put the switches are in parallel. In the '88 MB the pump, fuse panel and bath sink are very close to each other. I took off the 12x12 panel below the sink to work. Located and installed the switch. Drilled one hole through the bath wall into the mechanical space for the two wires to pass through. I tapped the pump fuse with an extra wire to the sink and attached an additional positive wire at the pump. Run both wires through the hole to the switch location. I installed SPST switch( no light). The illuminated pump switch in the Lazy Daze panel will light if either switch is on. The wife loves it. Especially when the Midnight call comes, King bed to the bath, no kitchen stop. 1 Likes
Re: Spare Plumbing Parts Reply #14 – March 23, 2021, 11:13:41 am Greg, the ShurFlo elbows do not seal via the threads. They have a smooth shaft that slides into the pump. The threads hold it in place. To the best of my knowledge, they are available ONLY from ShurFlo.Ken F in NM
Re: Spare Plumbing Parts Reply #15 – March 23, 2021, 12:19:18 pm Thanks, Ken, as I am unfamiliar with this type of connector. I’m thinking that if I continue to winterize multiple times a year, at some point I’m gonna break one.
Re: Spare Plumbing Parts Reply #16 – March 23, 2021, 02:40:43 pm Thanks Glen and Rodney for the good ideas. In our 98~MB the pump switch is located with all of the other goodies in that LD panel next to the microwave(removed) in the overhead area. I think we will install a new 3 way pump power switch elsewhere maybe above the sink and one in the bathroom, the wiring will be much easier. We have used the cup of water for a few years now but sine we have changed to the 4008 pump which is much quieter, this project may wait. Although there are those times when you are on the spot and the pump is off, kind of gets you thinking! Karen~Liam 98 ~ MB NinA
Re: Spare Plumbing Parts Reply #17 – March 23, 2021, 02:42:37 pm Steve Thank You also... Karen~Liam 98 ~ MB NinA 1 Likes
Re: Spare Plumbing Parts Reply #18 – March 30, 2021, 12:40:17 pm Hi Greg and Ken F; I Found parts for 'water pump elbows' at Amazon and a three way valve for winterizing that allows for pumping antifreeze throughout the motorhome. https://www.amazon.com/Camco-36543-Converter-Winterizing-TRV874795/dp/B0006JJ588/ref=sr_1_16?crid=2XZI9DYEU28W1&dchild=1&keywords=rv+water+pump+parts&qid=1617120942&sprefix=rv+waterpump%2Caps%2C277&sr=8-16and elbows https://www.amazon.com/SHURFLO-244-3926-Elbow-Adapter/dp/B002IZJ7D6/ref=sr_1_4?crid=2XZI9DYEU28W1&dchild=1&keywords=rv+water+pump+parts&qid=1617122274&sprefix=rv+waterpump%2Caps%2C277&sr=8-4 This goes back to reply 15 or so. RonB As an Amazon Associate Lazy Daze Owners' Group earns from qualifying purchases.
Re: Spare Plumbing Parts Reply #19 – June 04, 2021, 08:35:24 pm Don, In case you want more info, here are some pictures of the vacuum breaker and a leak. Unlike some of the other posts, I found it was pretty simple to remove as long as I lay face forward on the toilet and reached around with both hands. I spun it slightly to break any friction/seal and just pulled straight out. In my case, the leak was around the rubber bushing between the bushing and the toilet. The seal between the bushing and the plastic tubing was fine. I was able to just clean off the bushing with a rag, spin it 90 degrees from where it used to be lined up (my solution to most bushing leaks) and shove it back in (bushing first, then insert the vacuum breaker). I plan to buy a spare bushing, as I assume this fix won't last long. 1 Likes
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