Very long term pool tech here. After Pentair bought out PacFab, they started supergluing the gaskets into the multi-port valve body.
I used to have no problem replacing these when Pac Fab made them. (Actually Hayward built them for PacFab).
I guess Pentair would rather sell new valves than a $15 gasket. Anyone know how to get these gaskets out?
Solvents damage the valve body. For this and many other reasons, I'm not very happy with what the manufacturers are putting out.
Anyone have a solution?
I used to have no problem replacing these when Pac Fab made them. (Actually Hayward built them for PacFab).
I guess Pentair would rather sell new valves than a $15 gasket. Anyone know how to get these gaskets out?
Solvents damage the valve body. For this and many other reasons, I'm not very happy with what the manufacturers are putting out.
Anyone have a solution?
