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11-12-2020, 12:27 PM
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Senior Member
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Quote:
Originally Posted by viator36
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
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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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11-12-2020, 02:12 PM
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Thank you, I will buy one.
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11-12-2020, 02:22 PM
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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
escape artist N.S. of Lake Erie
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11-12-2020, 05:39 PM
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Location: Arroyo Grande, California
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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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11-12-2020, 05:57 PM
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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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11-12-2020, 07:07 PM
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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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11-13-2020, 04:47 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by tractors1
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.
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I used a file to make the tab area larger, easier to remove. Didn't take much filing.
Enjoy,
Perry
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11-15-2020, 08:01 AM
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Location: Moultonborough, New Hampshire
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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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11-15-2020, 09:30 AM
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Member
Join Date: Nov 2019
Location: Lacey, Washington
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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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11-15-2020, 10:37 AM
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Doesn't it work like a grit magnet?
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11-15-2020, 10:38 AM
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Seems like it would work like a grit magnet?
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11-15-2020, 11:55 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Jinny
Will try vaseline and filling the peg openings on the hose end.
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Silicone grease is a better choice. Vaseline is a petroleum product and can deteriorate plastics and rubber products.
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11-15-2020, 01:53 PM
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Location: Snohomish, Washington
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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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11-15-2020, 02:42 PM
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Member
Join Date: Nov 2019
Location: Lacey, Washington
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Thanks. I will get the silicone grease. Cty
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11-18-2020, 01:11 PM
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Location: Crestwood, Kentucky
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Rubber strap wrench?
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11-18-2020, 01:42 PM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Aug 2015
Location: New Freedom, Pennsylvania
Trailer: 2016 Escape 19, 2015
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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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11-18-2020, 03:55 PM
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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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11-18-2020, 04:11 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by John in Santa Cruz
indeed, a funky old pair of large ChannelLock pliers permanently lives behind the drivers seat of my truck
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aka as the "equalizer" in time of need.......
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11-18-2020, 04:30 PM
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#39
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Junior Member
Join Date: Sep 2018
Location: Moss Beach, California
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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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11-20-2020, 11:31 AM
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Site Team
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BilltheGil
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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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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