Do Holes Need to be Drilled Into Valterra Fresh Water Tank for Fill Kit
Updated 09/12/2025 | Published 05/16/2025
Question:
I am looking to purchase Valterra R8030 and a Valterra fill kit. Do you need to drill a hole to install the 1 1/2 fill thread adapter? Do you have a smaller size adapter that would attach to a regular garden hose?
asked by: Andrew K
Expert Reply:
Hey Andrew, thanks for reaching out!
The drain plug on the Valterra RV Water Tank # R8030 is pre-existing, but to add any of the fill kits you will need to drill out one of the ports on the tank.
I'm not seeing anything that has a 1-1/2" thread, but if you can let me know what part you're looking at, just let me know and I'll be happy to see if it's compatible or not!
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Valterra RV Water Tank - Non-Toxic - ABS Plastic - 30" x 8" x 16" - 15 Gallons
- RV Fresh Water Tank
- 11 - 20 Gallon Tanks
- 3/8 Inch Fittings
- 21 - 30 Inch Long
- 11 - 20 Inch Tall
- 0 - 10 Inch Wide
- Black
- Valterra
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Jon G.
9/12/2025
Hey Andrew, did you have a chance to drill the port for the fill kit on your Valterra water tank? I'm asking because your experience could help others who are considering similar installations.