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Draining Fresh Water Tank - Drips Only
Yahoo Message Number: 129638
Hello All,
 Been a little while since i posted, but i follow along everyday.  :)
 I have a question regarding draining the fresh water tank on my 1984 FL.  I need to replace the water pump (bought a Revolution), but before installing, the tank should be drained.  I found the valve directly underneath the tank, in the lower most compartment, but when i open it, it only drips out.  Is this normal?  I expected to see it come gushing out.  At this rate, who knows how long it will take to drain my half full tank.

Any suggestions would be great!

Nick
Re: Draining Fresh Water Tank - Drips Only
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Yahoo Message Number: 129639
Yeah, it should gush, Nick.  I'd bet you have something solid (think mineral deposits) plugging the valve.  Maybe if you open it and then try to reach up there with something long and thin, like a small screwdriver, you might be able to clear the obstruction.

Larry

Lawrence D. Latham 45120 Highway 79, #916 Aguanga, CA  92536-9706 951-234-4253

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Re: Draining Fresh Water Tank - Drips Only
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Yahoo Message Number: 129646
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I found the valve directly underneath the tank, in the lower most compartment, but when i open it, it only drips out.  Is this normal?  I expected to see it come gushing out.  At this rate, who knows how long it will take to drain my half full tank.
The original on our '83 FL was a gate valve, and it when it developed leaks, I replaced it with a 1/4-turn ball valve, which I highly recommend if you are having problems. With the gate valve fully open, though, you should be able to poke up and dislodge whatever the blockage may be. If you can't, could be the valve screw is stripped, and it isn't really opening.

Steve
2004 FL
2013 Honda Fit
Re: Draining Fresh Water Tank - Drips Only
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Yahoo Message Number: 129649
I was able to poke through and unblock.  Tank was drained and the new pump was installed without further issue.

Thanks!
Re: Draining Fresh Water Tank - Drips Only
Reply #5 –
Yahoo Message Number: 129666
Try opening a kitchen or bath faucet to allow some air in, this will allow the water to flow freely.

Ed Red 94' MidBath Lazy Daze named "Tranquility"