Just noticed that my water fill valve 12f24c2148a3f is leaking out the fill hose when coach pump is pressurized. Rebuild kit is 12f24c2148a3fr. Does anyone have a affordable source. Crazy to pay 100$ for a kit when new valve is 150$ Thanks
Scott
Or is there a check valve?
Okay found check valve. Thanks Scott
Amazon.com: Camco 23303 1/2" Back-Flow Preventer - Lead Free: Automotive (https://www.amazon.com/Camco-23303-Back-Flow-Preventer-Lead/dp/B000EDUTN6/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?dchild=1&keywords=1%2F2+water+check+valve&qid=1601308646&sr=8-6)
The leaking back flow preventer is a common problem. It doesn't take much "junk" to prop it slightly open and cause a leak back through the hose. I took the guts out of our B.F.P. and replaced it's function with a plastic quarter turn valve. Push-to-connect fittings make it a easy mod. Valve provides positive shutoff of water fill line.
I carry a hose end cap incase of a failure of the check valve and wanting some time to replace it if it isn't convenient at the time.
I replaced my check valve twice. The third time it failed I replaced it with a shark bite ball valve.
Roland
I replaced my check valve three times before I started using a filter on the incoming water when I fill the tank. As a "belt and suspenders" kind of deal, besides the check valve I now plug the end of the hose when not in use. I made a plug for the hose by cutting the end off an old hose and plugging it with a dowel and 5200 caulk. As an added bonus the plug keeps unwanted critters and ambient dirt out of the hose.
Richard
Alternative: They make brass (or plastic) male garden hose end plugs.
Available most big box and garden supply stores. I use one to keep bugs and dirt out of our water fill hose.
Amazon.com: Aqua Pro 27838 Plug And Strap: Automotive (https://www.amazon.com/Aqua-Pro-27838-Plug-Strap/dp/B01EXKTY90/ref=sr_1_10?dchild=1&keywords=male+hose+plug&qid=1601325383&sr=8-10)
You can also hit the garden section at Lowes or Home Depot and pick up a brass 1/4 turn valve that fit hose ends.
Yes I did order check valve for now, no need to reinvent the wheel at this time. Yes it has a cap on it to prevent leak but like all that mess unpressurized if possible.
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Thanks everyone Scott