Black water valve

[HappyGuy]

I have a 2015 Eagle 31.5 FBHS that since I got has had a "leaky" black water valve. The valve is located behind the water hookup door on the side of the trailer and as such is installed with a cable extension. I suspect the cable is out of adjustment and the valve is not closing all the way, so when I open the cap on the drain pipe I get a whole pipe full of "fluid". This is problematic in two ways, the first one being it is just gross, but the second is more of an issue. Because the liquid is draining out of my tank, it is not staying the black water tanks leaving very liquid for the solids to move out.

I am wondering if anyone else has had issues with the cable style valves and what they have done to fix them, and also is thing going to be a constant issue going forward....

[Ela1948]

It is possible but because its your black tank valve, I would suspect toilet paper is wedged in you're valve blade. That has happened to me on a couple of occasions. My advice to you is get a Valterra T58 twist on waste valve. It is a an extra valve that goes on the end of your discharge pipe where you normally connect your waste hose. It will stop all leaks for the short term. If you leave your black tank valve open and keep your grey tank valves closed while you use your trailer for the next trip or two, the toilet paper will usually flush out of the valve.

[lx22f/c]

Being its a 2015 it may be construction debris. Like said above get you a clear adapter and hook it up at a dump station and try flushing a few times to see if you can dislodge something. If you still have leakage after that then either mis adjusted cable ( like you said) or a faulty valve. Good luck and hope it is simple.

[Ela1948]

Originally Posted by Ela1948

It is possible but because its your black tank valve, I would suspect toilet paper is wedged in you're valve blade. That has happened to me on a couple of occasions. My advice to you is get a Valterra T58 twist on waste valve. It is a an extra valve that goes on the end of your discharge pipe where you normally connect your waste hose. It will stop all leaks for the short term. If you leave your black tank valve open and keep your grey tank valves closed while you use your trailer for the next trip or two, the toilet paper will usually flush out of the valve.

It is IMPORTANT to leave the black gate valve open while you use the other tanks. If you are constantly working the valve open and shut, it will only keep the paper packed in the wedge. You need the valve full of fluids so that the toilet paper will swell and float out. Been there and done that even tho it may not seem to make sense...

[namusmc65]

Its a 2015. My advice would be to let the dealer check it out and fix it under warranty. Then you have a record if you have problems later.

[Ela1948]

Originally Posted by namusmc65

Its a 2015. My advice would be to let the dealer check it out and fix it under warranty. Then you have a record if you have problems later.

If its turns out to be paper in the valve, warranty will not cover that. You will pay to either clean or replace the valve.

[HappyGuy]

IT there right now.

[Shorty Cox]

HappyGuy, I had the same problem with mine. I just did what Ela1948 did. That takes care of any valve leaks.

Shorty

[Papa Don]

I had the same problem with our 2013 321 RLTS. Took it to dealer and they flushed a bolt left from assembly fromthe black water shutoff valve. Who knew?

[Livinglife2]

I am having the same problem with my black tank valve in the front tank and the grey tank on the outdoor kitchen. The dealer said it's more than likely full of junk from the factory and since it has done it since day one. Going to take it back at the end of the season. But it dose suck to open the cap and get nasty water all over your shoes and hands and we have used ours a lot this summer.

[RedHorse1]

Originally Posted by Livinglife2

But it dose suck to open the cap and get nasty water all over your shoes and hands and we have used ours a lot this summer.

Our valve has a little dribble when I pull the cap so I don't really worry about it. But I do wear disposable latex gloves that I get from Harbor Freight when "doing the nasty".

[Papa Don]

I put a flush king on the hose connection when i parked before using any tanks. Leave it in place untill you are ready to dump. Hook up your hose and dump as normal. I agree nasty water when you remove the cap just ain't fun.

[Old Blue]

Yea not fun to have nasty water come out when you remove cap. Also not good when you have two grandsons that like to play with the handles and you dont know that its been pulled and remove cap and get a big suprise.. ask me how I know this... But on a serious note hope you can get the valve fixed.

[HappyGuy]

I invested in the Valterra T58 valve http://amzn.com/B000BGHYJS, best thing ever, dont know why this is not standard.

[mikeadrenaline]

Had the same issue with my 2010 315FBHS dealer had no answer for the problem, had them checked it twice, did same thing hooked up the hose to clean it out and also made sure every trip out it was shut properly. Been three years and no leaks.

[HappyGuy]

Picked up the trailer from the dealer, they say it needed adjustment, wasn't closing the last 1/4 inch. We'll see on our trip over Labor Day..

[HappyGuy]

@mikeadrenaline - say you are in Edmonton, looking at moving back up there soon! (St. Albert)

[Zink273]

I bought the exact same camper. 2015 model. After first night camping, black water valve was not closed. Took it back to the dealer, they "fixed" it. Second camping trip, black water valve not closed. We called them, they said that the cable was bent, so they bent it back. Their recommendation: bend it back again. I live 3.5 hrs from the nearest Jayco dealer. Their idea of putting the valve handles on cables was good, but obviously not tested well. I am reluctant to fix it myself because if I screw anything up they will just tell me I voided the warranty.

[HappyGuy]

Got back from out Labor Day weekend, looks like third time is a charm. No leaking black water valve!

[rboschert]

I have a 2007 Designer 5th wheel. The black water tank will not drain when I open the valve. How can I get it to drain?