Gate valve not closing

tweber

Founding Wisconsin Chapter Leader-Retired
The gate valve on #2 gray tank, kitchen sink, is not closing. It is stuck in open position, and being on the road that's better than being stuck in closed position. Where do I drop the under belly to find the pull wire and the gate valve? I am looking for suggestions on how to get at the valve and pull system do correct this issue. Thank you.
 

jnbhobe

Well-known member
Tom; Take out the basement wall and check the back of the UDC. There will be 3 or 4 screws in the corner of the UDC to take out also. Maybe the outside sheth of the cable came loose from the handle. You can take a piece of all thread and clamp it to the cable with hose clamps, Its a temporary repair that becomes permenent. Hope that helps.
 

westxsrt10

Perfict Senior Member
It's a long shot but drain your tanks then close the main valve. Then run 3-4 gallons of hot soapy water down the sink and let it set for 10 minutes and try again.
You may want to go with electric actuators in the future.
 
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