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Brand/model of OEM Pex ball valves

I've got a leaking ball valve and would like to replace with the same brand/model if they are still available.  Anyone know what these are?

Keith
2003 U320 38' #6197

Re: Brand/model of OEM Pex ball valves

Reply #1 –
Called the mothership this morning and they say they are using Viega valves now.  #46021.  It doesn't appear to be the same as what was used previously.  I guess looks are secondary, but does anyone know the brand/model of these old valves and if they are still in production?
Keith
2003 U320 38' #6197

Re: Brand/model of OEM Pex ball valves

Reply #2 –
Just looked at mine and all I could see was the word "Italy". Short of removing one from the system to see what's on the other side that's all I could find. Did not FOT know what they used before they changed valves? You would think they would have a record of that.
Richard & Betty Bark & Keiko our Golden Doodle
2003 U320T 3820 PBDS
Build # 6215
MC # 16926
2016 Chevrolet Colorado 4X4 diesel

Re: Brand/model of OEM Pex ball valves

Reply #3 –
Not sure "replace with the same" is critical.

A ball valve (yes, there are quality and "not so quality" ones) are pretty universal.

Depends on the size and how they attach to plumbing.

Would be quite surprised if a  box store or more likely a plumbing house could not get you a quality replacement.
Brett Wolfe
EX: 1993 U240
Moderator, ForeForum 2001-
Moderator Diesel RV Club 2002-
Moderator, FMCA Forum 2009-2020
Chairman FMCA Technical Advisory Committee 2011-2020

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Reply #4 –
Look at supplyhouse.com,all the pex vales you could want,if the handle would be in the way,take it off and use a wrench to open/close.
96 U270 BUILD 4810
85 380SL
Drummonds TN.

Re: Brand/model of OEM Pex ball valves

Reply #5 –
For sure there are other options...just my OCD that doesn't want one oddball in the batch.  Plus, it needs to use the OEM size handle to fit without interference.
Keith
2003 U320 38' #6197

Re: Brand/model of OEM Pex ball valves

Reply #6 –
If it's leaking maybe that's why Foretravel stopped using them,our son has OCD,know what you mean.
96 U270 BUILD 4810
85 380SL
Drummonds TN.

Re: Brand/model of OEM Pex ball valves

Reply #7 –
It's leaking where the pex crimp is, but it's corroded there.  I'll replace the line and fitting, would just prefer it look factory.  If I'm buying a valve, I'll buy the one that looks like the rest if it's available.
Keith
2003 U320 38' #6197

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Reply #8 –
IMO, good quality is more important than OE look.
Brett Wolfe
EX: 1993 U240
Moderator, ForeForum 2001-
Moderator Diesel RV Club 2002-
Moderator, FMCA Forum 2009-2020
Chairman FMCA Technical Advisory Committee 2011-2020

Re: Brand/model of OEM Pex ball valves

Reply #9 –
Quote from: WS6_Keith –
...just my OCD that doesn't want one oddball in the batch.
Keith,

I know what it's like to be anal...been that way my whole life.

See what you think of the one linked below:

1/2" PEX x PEX Full Port Ball Valve With T-Handle (Lead Free) | Fittings N'...
1993 U280 SE 40' WTBI, Build: 4359
C8.3 300hp, 6-Speed, Exhaust Brake
960 watts on the roof (6 x 160)
Sorento (or BOLT) on a Kar Kaddy SS
"Nature abhors a vacuum"

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Reply #10 –
From the book
Frank & Daisy
NO LONGER  "looking for the perfect Foretravel
36' or less non slide preferred."  She has been found and is ours.
2003 U320 36' non slide  Unit 6103
Cummins ISM 450
Allison 4000MH

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Reply #11 –
That's totally different than mine. Mine look like Keith's.
Richard & Betty Bark & Keiko our Golden Doodle
2003 U320T 3820 PBDS
Build # 6215
MC # 16926
2016 Chevrolet Colorado 4X4 diesel

Re: Brand/model of OEM Pex ball valves

Reply #12 –
I replaced all my crimped pex valves in that wet bay location with SharkBite ball valves 4 years ago.  No issues. 
2001 4010 U320 build #5865 "Bluto-d-Bus" since 09/18
2006 Honda Element ESP Toad
Full timing since 2016 in Western MT
Copilot: Sitka
1975 GMC 260 Avion: sold
 

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Reply #13 –
Ordered Sharkbikes as I couldn't find the exact replacement.  Thanks guys.
Keith
2003 U320 38' #6197