Do Waste Valve Rubber Seals Need Lubricant?

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Is a lubricant recommended for the rubber seals or should the valve and seals be installed dry? If so is it included with the valve?

asked by: Ray K

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The Valterra EZ Valve Electric Waste Valve for RV Black Water Tank - 3" Diameter # E1003VP does not require any lubricating of the rubber seals. I do know that some people choose to add silicone plumbers grease to the seals because they believe it helps the seals to last longer, but it is not required and also is not included in the kit.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Answer 1

I went out to our warehouse to take a look at the Valterra RV Waste Valve #T11 referenced in your question. I measured a length of right at 7-1/2 inches from the end of the 3 inch lug to the end of the 3 inch hub. I have attached an image with this…

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Answer 2

If you were to ask a waste valve manufacturer like Valterra or Dometic, they would tell you that their valves do not require lubricant. That being said, along with regular cleaning/flushing, adding a lubricant like a silicone plumbers grease will…

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Hi Dan; you can add a lubricant to the #T1003VP seals but I would stay away from Vaseline. It is petroleum based so it can damage the seals over time. A silicone spray would be a better choice.

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The Valterra EZ Valve Electric Waste Valve for RV Black Water Tank - 3" Diameter #TC372 does not require any lubricating of the rubber seals. I do know that some people choose to add silicone plumbers grease to the seals because they believe it…

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Answer 5

LaSalle Bristol doesn't make it so that you can replace much on their cable actuated waste valves besides just the handle so you would be better off just replacing the entire valve and cable system with Valterra's Black #TC372 and Gray…

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Answer 6

I do have an option for you but the shock absorber for the B&W Companion OEM 5th-Wheel Hitch part #BWRVK3300 is not something we offer as B&W does not sell these since they do all repairs in house. Therefore, if you want to get this replaced…

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I do have an option for you but we do not offer a replacement shock absorber for the B&W Companion OEM 5th-Wheel Hitch part #BWRVK3300. The option we do have however is a new head, the Replacement Head Assembly for B&W Companion 5th Wheel…

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Answer 8

Usually what causes an RV tank valve to leak is something getting caught in the disc/valve causing water to seep through. I recommend attempting to flush your tanks out and seeing if that clears whatever may be causing the leak. If that does not…

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Answer 9

Valterra RV Waste Valve #T11 can be installed horizontally. We state to position the valve at the desired angle during installation which would indicate it could technically be placed at any angle. For installation I do recommend some ABS solvent…

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Answer 10

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 11

Hi Paul, you’re definitely on the right track here, and I can help you narrow this down with confidence. With your tandem 3,500 lb Dexter axles and 33 inch spacing, both the Dexter EZ Flex part #K71-652-00 and the Lippert Road Armor part #LC53CK are…

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