Hi,
I rebuilt my multiport valve, but now that that is complete, i noticed that the handle is loose, but it seems to be sealed asked the spider gasket well (still rebuilding pool). Is this normal, or should it be tight from the moment you press on it? I replaced the o ring (had to reuse the teflon seal, but it was ok) and the larger O ring and spider gasket, plus is got a thorough cleaning. Also, it seemed the previous owner may have over-tightened the guage. While it isn't loose, the threads aren't as tight as I think they should be....Any suggestions? (I think a few extra wraps of teflon tape would help) or does anyone have any other ideas? I though about putting in some small pieces of pipe from the hardware store, and premanently attached them to the valve, but leave the guage so it can be chaged.
Thanks
Jamie
I rebuilt my multiport valve, but now that that is complete, i noticed that the handle is loose, but it seems to be sealed asked the spider gasket well (still rebuilding pool). Is this normal, or should it be tight from the moment you press on it? I replaced the o ring (had to reuse the teflon seal, but it was ok) and the larger O ring and spider gasket, plus is got a thorough cleaning. Also, it seemed the previous owner may have over-tightened the guage. While it isn't loose, the threads aren't as tight as I think they should be....Any suggestions? (I think a few extra wraps of teflon tape would help) or does anyone have any other ideas? I though about putting in some small pieces of pipe from the hardware store, and premanently attached them to the valve, but leave the guage so it can be chaged.
Thanks
Jamie