Anderson valve rebuild kit.

Jesstruckn/Jesstalkn · Apr 15, 2017

I installed my first Anderson valve rebuild kit on a Big Horn today for a fellow Heartlander.
It really was really easy.
His has been filling his fresh water tank.
Sure enough when we pulled it out it had a missing O-ring
I'm going to see if I can get a few kit from Anderson to carry around with me for the rallys.

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mlpeloquin · Apr 15, 2017

Same thing happened to me, but could not get a rebuild kit fast so I found a new Anderson valve and swapped the inner workings. I also purchased a tube of plumbers grease. As soon as it seems to be a bit harder to turn, I am taking it apart and greasing it.

G_S · Apr 17, 2017

Was it leaking when you turn it

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Jesstruckn/Jesstalkn · Apr 17, 2017

The one I replaced was leaking internally and filling the fresh water tank.

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avvidclif · Apr 17, 2017

With all the comments about the valve leaking I guaranteed mine wouldn't. I bought a rebuild kit and put it in the toolbox. Murphy sees that and goes somewhere else..........

Remember it's always the part you don't have that breaks and on the little stuff I'm good. I don't carry a spare axle like one guy but the little stuff I have. Nuts, bolts, washers, screws, breakers, fuses, bulbs, water heater drain plugs, wire, etc etc......

212Pilot · Apr 18, 2017

I called Ron at Anderson today and he is sending me a rebuild kit for free.

Oregon_Camper · Apr 18, 2017

jesstalkn said:
I installed my first Anderson valve rebuild kit on a Big Horn today for a fellow Heartlander.
It really was really easy.
His has been filling his fresh water tank.
Sure enough when we pulled it out it had a missing O-ring

What is involved in "pulling it out"

I might look into getting a spare as well. Where did you get the replacement?

Jesstruckn/Jesstalkn · Apr 18, 2017

The guy that I changed it for already had it. Heartland sent it to him.

It was really easy.
1) Just remove the twist knob.
2) back out the little alan screw a few turns with the supplied Alan wrench
3) twist the retainer counter clockwise and remove it and the spring.
4) reinstall the knob
5) twist and pull the entire assembly out.

The new valve is all lubed up and ready to install.

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danemayer · Apr 18, 2017

Here's a bunch of info on the Anderson Valve, including a link to this video that shows how to replace the cartridge.

MikeR · Apr 18, 2017

jesstalkn said:
I installed my first Anderson valve rebuild kit on a Big Horn today for a fellow Heartlander.
It really was really easy.
His has been filling his fresh water tank.
Sure enough when we pulled it out it had a missing O-ring
I'm going to see if I can get a few kit from Anderson to carry around with me for the rallys.

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When I replaced mine, the original cartridge was also missing an O Ring, along with a torn one. I spoke with customer service about the missing O Ring. He told me that on the earlier versions that particular O Ring was not installed during production. My Big Country was built in mid-2013, I don't know when they started installing the "missing" O Ring.

Jesstruckn/Jesstalkn · Apr 18, 2017

This was on a 2016 Bighorn

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Oldelevatorman · Apr 18, 2017

We just replaced our Andersen cartridge today also on our 1 month old Landmark 365 Newport. When we took out cartridge one of the "O" rings was deformed. The City hook up kept filling up our fresh water tank until it overflowed. We tried the check valve addition to water pump first but did not stop problem.
We bought the repair kit and are getting an extra to keep on hand as our dealer said they fail commonly

MrRvGypsy · Apr 21, 2017

danemayer said:
Here's a bunch of info on the Anderson Valve, including a link to this video that shows how to replace the cartridge.

Kudos to Ron at Anderson. He mailed me a valve cartridge by USPS and arrived 3 days later to the campground we are staying at no charge to us at all. Replaced it in about 15min's reading the instructions provided with the kit.

Dan just FYI Ron recommended I not view the online video for guidance due to some action or step in that video which he is not confident in. He only wanted me to view the instruction pamphlet that came with the cartridge.

I will be ordering a spare to carry with me to rescue myself or another camper with the same issue again.

BigGuy82 · Apr 24, 2017

jesstalkn said:
I installed my first Anderson valve rebuild kit on a Big Horn today for a fellow Heartlander.
It really was really easy.
His has been filling his fresh water tank.
Sure enough when we pulled it out it had a missing O-ring
I'm going to see if I can get a few kit from Anderson to carry around with me for the rallys.

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Take my advice - get spares - you'll need them. The Anderson valve cartridge is not sturdy at all - just plastic.

Also, I now turn off the supply water before rotating the valve. I don't trust those skimpy little rings because I don't think they can handle then pressure when switching from one function to another.

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BusManRG · Apr 24, 2017

Suggestions on where to purchase the repair kits?? The dealer has replaced ours twice since we picked up the unit in August. First time was at our request because because we had the fresh water fill issue. We're unclear about the 2nd time. It was at the dealer for warranty work and when we picked it up, it was on their list of completed items. Hmmm. Anyway, I'd feel better having a spare in the tool kit!

Sandy

Jesstruckn/Jesstalkn · Apr 24, 2017

Sandy I would call Anderson directly.

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richheck · Apr 24, 2017

Sandy, I bought one from fitzilla.com listed under valves. They also sell the complete Valve for just $13.00 more

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aRAYwego · Apr 25, 2017

Well, woke up to water all over the ground this morning. Anderson 4-way valve is filling the tank while on city water. Called all dealerships close to me in So. Cal. and nobody has a rebuild kit and some didn't even know what I was talking about. I called Anderson Brass directly and talked to Ron. He is mailing me a rebuild kit free of charge. Now that's customer service.

Jesstruckn/Jesstalkn · Apr 25, 2017

Ron has been kind enough to donate a handful of valve rebuild kits to me. I will have them on hand to install as needed on any of your rigs at the upcoming rally's or anywhere else you might see me. Just let me know you'd like me to look at it.
And of course I do most repairs on a pay it forward policy

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danemayer · Apr 25, 2017

sdnative1970 said:
Well, woke up to water all over the ground this morning. Anderson 4-way valve is filling the tank while on city water. Called all dealerships close to me in So. Cal. and nobody has a rebuild kit and some didn't even know what I was talking about. I called Anderson Brass directly and talked to Ron. He is mailing me a rebuild kit free of charge. Now that's customer service.

James,

It's not always caused by the Anderson Valve. Take a look at our Fresh Tank Fills by Itself user guide.

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