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06-03-2019, 12:25 PM #21
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X2 most definitely !
Thanks, for sharing, Bob @bogen2 !
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06-05-2019, 06:26 AM #24
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The links are in post #4 of this thread.
But after all the fuss to replace the nylon plug with the valve I don't use it! As mentioned, I open the drain lines (under the camper) and when I open the T&P valve (that's the one with the small arm on the hot water heater) all the water drains out. Since I've put 1/4 turn valves on the drain lines it is a very quick and easy process to drain the hot water heater.2017 Ford F-350 DRW 6.7L Platinum
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06-16-2019, 10:26 AM #25
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Hey Rob,
I'm late to this newest "party", but I LOVE this newest idea..
Does this Bostitch ball valve require your 3/4 to 1/2 nylon bushing ??
I think someone asked.... but I did not find an answer.
I'm pretty sure it does but would like to confirm with the RV Guru...
Thanks,
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06-16-2019, 10:55 AM #26
Hi Michael,
Not really the "newest" idea . . . I did this in April of 2015! See post 24 on this thread https://www.mygrandrv.com/forum/show...840#post182840 The nylon bushing is still required to separate the brass fittings from the aluminum tank to prevent galvanic corrosion.
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07-16-2019, 11:12 PM #27
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I am so glad to have found this and Rob's old thread. Just got back Sunday afternoon from our trailer's inaugural camping trip (a short weekender), went to drain the hot water heater, and found that the plastic drain plug was obviously badly cross-threaded (from the factory?). I initially thought about simply finding another plug. Now, I have ANOTHER project to add to an endless list. But, since y'all have seemingly done all of the legwork on this one, all I have to do is get the parts and install. I have found so many answers to my newbie questions in just a short time here, I just have to say: YOU GUYS ROCK!
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10-26-2019, 12:42 PM #29
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I did this but used the parts in posts 2, 3 and 4 here: https://www.mygrandrv.com/forum/show...ter-tank-drain
Works great! I do suggest using a thread sealant rather than teflon tape on the threads. Teflon tape is for making threads slick so you can better tighten NPT (tapered) threads but a sealant is better at sealing the connection. I noticed my water heater plug had sealant on it from the factory. Blue Monster Sealant is rated safe for all metal and plastics including nylon threaded connectors. Buy at Lowes here: https://www.lowes.com/pd/Blue-Monste...ant/1000255337Last edited by HighFive; 10-26-2019 at 12:46 PM.
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