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08-17-2019, 09:27 AM #1
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Shark Bite Valve for fresh water overflow
I am going dry camping for the first time next week and want to install a shark bite valve on the fresh water overflow line. My 303RLS is in storage right now so I was wondering if anyone knew what size valve I need to buy
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FrankFrank and Harriett
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08-17-2019, 09:52 AM #2
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My overflow is 3/4" Pex. I strongly recommend a ball valve over a gate valve. A quick 1/4 turn lever or several turns of a handle, plus they last longer when used frequently.
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08-17-2019, 11:36 AM #3
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Mine is 3/4" too. Something like this is what you're looking for:
https://www.homedepot.com/p/SharkBit...00LF/202270643
I'm guessing that you know that it's closed only when you're travelling with a load of water, and open at all other times. Others may need to know that having it closed while using/draining or filling the tank could cause expensive trouble.
Hope your first dry camp is all good.Mark - 2018 Solitude 310GK - 2017 F-350 diesel SRW short box - Pullrite Superglide hitch
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08-17-2019, 12:17 PM #4
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08-17-2019, 12:22 PM #5
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Thanks, yes, I do know I need to keep it closed only for traveling. I'll have to make a note by the pump switch to remind myself to check it to make sure to open it when I arrive at my destination.
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Thanks for the quick response and the link to the valve.
FrankFrank and Harriett
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08-17-2019, 01:05 PM #6
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03-28-2021, 10:42 PM #7
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I just picked up the parts from Amazon and completed this mod in all of 2 minutes...However, I did it slightly different and used a 1/2" Shark-bite X 1/2" FNPT ball valve and installed a vented plug to allow water out but hopefully keep creepy crawlies out as well...
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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03-29-2021, 10:14 AM #8
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Just remember you MUST OPEN IT to use your water pump or tank damage can occur. Conversely you must open it to fill the tank or damage can occur too. I added a label to my nautilus panel to remind me. Overflow pipe is 3/4" pex. Mark (@boyscout) is correct on his suggestion. HD carries several models of this valve with different end configurations. Be sure you get the correct one.
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03-29-2021, 01:30 PM #9
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Agreed and am fully aware of the ramifications of forgetting to open the valve when drawing from the tank. I am going to put a warning sticker by my Compass Connect panel to remind me to ensure the valve is open before I turn on the water pump. But more importantly, it will be added to my site setup checklist...
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07-22-2021, 10:34 AM #10
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Thank you guys ,after my first boondocking in my new 30 G I went to check my water tank after setting up and lost a 2/3 of a tank on the drive (2 hours).Will get the ball valves as you have mentioned to say this was a shock is an understatement ,why design something that needs mods to work properly??. I guess buyer be where thanks again site has been great.
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