Can the Cable on Valterra Flexible Cable Kit # TC172 be Cut Shorter
Updated 10/02/2025 | Published 04/03/2017 >
Question:
with the 72 inch cable on the cable actuated valve...will I be able to cut the length of thecable down to 10 inches or so?
asked by: Chris
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Helpful Expert Reply:
The cable part of Valterra Flexible Cable Kit # TC172 is not already installed so you could cut it to length if you wanted or needed to in order to get it positioned where you want it.
expert reply by:
Michael H
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Valterra Waste Valve Body w/ Flexible Cable for RV Gray Water Tank - 72"
- RV Waste Valves
- Straight Valve
- Single Waste Valve
- 1-1/2 Inch Valve Body
- 72 Inch Cable
- Cable-Actuated
- 1-1/2 Inch Spigot
- Stationary Valve
- Valterra
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Joe
10/2/2025
Do you have the Valtera instruction that shows dims for how much cable needs to stick out after cutting?