Replacing Dump Valve - Handle Exchange Problem

[mikefos]

Howdy,

I bought a Valterra 3" Bladex Valve (T1003VP) to replace a leaking waste tank valve. On the packaging material it says "Threaded handle for easy replacement." I take it this means that I could unscrew the short handle from the new valve and replace it w/ the much longer handle from my existing valve. So I thought I would try it today before pulling apart the old valve installation. The problem is, I can't figure out how to get the new shorter handle out on the new valve - it simply turns but does not want to back out. Anybody know the secret for backing these handles out, or did I misunderstand the "easy replacement" claim and actually need a drilled valve handle receiver without a handle already in it?

Thanks,

Mike

[82corvette]

You will have to hold the metal shaft and just turn the black plastic handle off.

[mikefos]

Well, if its just the plastic handle that comes off that doesn't do me any good. I need to replace the valve and it is some distance down the rod. Maybe I will call Jayco next week and see exactly what valve I should replace it with that will work w/ the long rod-handle that is attached. Thanks for the reply.

Mike

[82corvette]

You can buy the screw on sections of rod at any camper place, they come in different lengths.