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Old 11-12-2020, 12:27 PM   #21
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I replaced mine with this model, much easier to hold and turn.

But I chose the clear one. Reason being before I open the cap if there is any accidental leak from either the black or gray valve, or in rare case maybe kid's pranks I can see if the section behind the cap is empty. In case it's not I can drain what got out of the valves from the small screw cap opening on the cap itself.

https://www.amazon.com/Valterra-F02-...75EMMNRV8&th=1
Smart. I don't think there are many kids going around pulling tank valves but I guess you never know. It will certainly indicate if you have a valve seal that is starting to go bad or has some crud stuck on it.
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Old 11-12-2020, 02:12 PM   #22
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Thank you, I will buy one.
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Old 11-12-2020, 02:22 PM   #23
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Stuck up!!!

Hi: All... Every once in a while I rub some vaseline around the outer edge of the drain pipe and the inner rim of the cap. It helps for a while!!! Alf
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Old 11-12-2020, 05:39 PM   #24
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Get the cover with the huge handle, Valterra F02-3106BK

Tried the orange Rhino wrenches, and they were definitely better than nothing.
Then I went to my local RV parts store and they recommended the Valterra F02-3106BK, with the big chunky handle. It is so easy to grab and twist on that massive handle.
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Old 11-12-2020, 05:57 PM   #25
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That one looks great but won't help with removing the Rhino hose. (My big problem- the original cap was okay). I hope it helps Jinny, though. Better than nothing may work for me as I eventually got it and I figure it likely loosens over time.
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Old 11-12-2020, 07:07 PM   #26
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i'd get some silicone plumbers grease, put on some disposable gloves, and use a finger to rub a thin layer all over the inside of the outside fitting and all over the outside of the inside fitting, including around the pins.
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Old 11-13-2020, 04:47 AM   #27
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I took 400 grit sandpaper to my neighbors Rhino fitting to reduce the lock-tab height just a small amount to make it easier to attach/detach. He countered with silicone spray on them and the valve pegs which worked well for him.


I used a file to make the tab area larger, easier to remove. Didn't take much filing.

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Old 11-15-2020, 08:01 AM   #28
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Plumbers grease was made for this. Works great, stays on when things get wet and does not damage O-Rings. Also like the Valterra caps. Easy to get a good grip on them.
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Old 11-15-2020, 09:30 AM   #29
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Thanks everyone. I bought the volterra cap with a big handle. Will try vaseline and filling the peg openings on the hose end.
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Old 11-15-2020, 10:37 AM   #30
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Doesn't it work like a grit magnet?
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Old 11-15-2020, 10:38 AM   #31
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Seems like it would work like a grit magnet?
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Will try vaseline and filling the peg openings on the hose end.
Silicone grease is a better choice. Vaseline is a petroleum product and can deteriorate plastics and rubber products.
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Old 11-15-2020, 01:53 PM   #33
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Thanks for the help I also have trouble with the cap and the hose. I just bought the cap with the large handle and the Silicon grease, all set for Arizona this winter.
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Old 11-15-2020, 02:42 PM   #34
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Thanks. I will get the silicone grease. Cty
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Old 11-18-2020, 01:11 PM   #35
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Rubber strap wrench?
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Old 11-18-2020, 01:42 PM   #36
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I've had the same problem, especially with hoses that were attached for a week at a full hook-up site. My solution was to buy a large adjustable plier (TEKTON 16 Inch Groove Joint Pliers (4-1/4 in. Jaw) | 37526). This tool is not only large enough to fit around all hose fittings, but is a pretty handy tool to keep around for all kinds of challenges such as getting a stuck cap off of a sewer hole.
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Old 11-18-2020, 03:55 PM   #37
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indeed, a funky old pair of large ChannelLock pliers permanently lives behind the drivers seat of my truck
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indeed, a funky old pair of large ChannelLock pliers permanently lives behind the drivers seat of my truck
aka as the "equalizer" in time of need.......
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Old 11-18-2020, 04:30 PM   #39
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Good advice on using a light coating of Vaseline. It works well for me and cleans up easily. Also, don’t tighten the cap too tight. I twist it on so that it’s just starting to get snug, no need to fully tighten it. Mine has never unloosened itself and fallen off to dangle in the breeze.
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Good advice on using a light coating of Vaseline. It works well for me and cleans up easily. Also, don’t tighten the cap too tight. I twist it on so that it’s just starting to get snug, no need to fully tighten it. Mine has never unloosened itself and fallen off to dangle in the breeze.
As said before, you really should use a silicone plumbers grease on o-ring based things like the sewer hose fittings. Vaseline can do nasty things to plastics and rubbers in the long term
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