I have a 3-port Jandy neverlube that combines skimmers,main drain and vacuum before sending water to the pump. The valve has a leak under the valve cover and squirts water when pump is shutdown. I have replaced the O rings but three of the eight screws will not tighten. Anyway to repair valve short of replacement?
jandy neverlube valve leak
- Thread starter crudsrus
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Longer or bigger screws is one way. They also make inserts the renew the threads. Or you could fill the hole with something like A+B Putty and smooth and redrill the holes.
Thanks for the information and quick reply. The screw are # 14-3/4, so I will try to fin a different size for the loose screws.
You could probably remove the O-ring and glue the cover on with PVC glue. Apply the glue, install the cover, install the screws, and then clamp the cover on using a clamp, if needed. Be careful not to get any glue in the valve, and allow the glue to dry overnight.
The only problem with that, is that then you've negated the ability to ever repair the valve again. To industry people, you may not care, but to the pool owner that has to buy a new valve just because the shaft seal is leaking it's more of a deal.
I was suggesting it as an alternative to replacing the valve if repair was not possible or cost effective.Bama Rambler said:
[edit]The Never-Lube has a lifetime guarantee. You should be able to get it replaced for free.[end edit]
Also, I have used Jandy Never-Lube valves for years without ever needing to service any of them.
Jandy said:
Yes the jandy neverlube valves carry a lifetime guarantee. when you call the manufacturer make sure to have ready any information regarding install such as a contract or invoice as proof of original ownership.