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**chuckster57** · 09-02-2017, 12:48 PM

There are three different valves:
Valterra
Valterra BladeX
Bristol

BladeX will fit valterra, BladeX requires BladeX seals, Bristol requires Bristol.
Replacement seals don't come with instructions.

You want the valve closed when installing new seals. A dab of axle grease helps hold them in place. I have had to lay on my back and use both legs to push the pipe enough to get the valve out. It's easier to put the seals on the pipe first, and then after the valve is in, rotate it to make sure the seal isn't pinched. Then install 2 bolts, kitty corner snug and operate the valve once more to verify the seal isn't pinched. Then install the other bolts and tighten. Black valve uses 7/16 hex head bolt and nut.

09-02-2017, 12:48 PM	#3
chuckster57 Site Team Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Modesto Posts: 20,343	There are three different valves: Valterra Valterra BladeX Bristol BladeX will fit valterra, BladeX requires BladeX seals, Bristol requires Bristol. Replacement seals don't come with instructions. You want the valve closed when installing new seals. A dab of axle grease helps hold them in place. I have had to lay on my back and use both legs to push the pipe enough to get the valve out. It's easier to put the seals on the pipe first, and then after the valve is in, rotate it to make sure the seal isn't pinched. Then install 2 bolts, kitty corner snug and operate the valve once more to verify the seal isn't pinched. Then install the other bolts and tighten. Black valve uses 7/16 hex head bolt and nut. __________________ 2012 Copper Canyon 273FWRET being towed by a 1994 Ford F350 CC,LB,Dually diesel. Airlift 5000 bags, Prodigy brake control, 5 gauges on the pillar.Used to tow a '97 Jayco 323RKS. Now an RVIA registered tech. Retired from Law enforcement in 2008 after 25+ yrs.