Possible Ballock Valve problem
#1
02-20-09, 06:58 AM
Possible Ballock Valve problem
Hello!
I was wondering if I could get some advice/help here. I checked the FAQ and did a search and haven't found an answer, yet. The left most part of the tank is dripping constantly. Based on the diagram of a tank found on the site, I think it is called the ballock valve. I have a pic so you can see what I am talking about. It is coming out of the yellow part somewhere and being diverted to the white tab thing and dripping from there. I have been unable to locate why it would drip from there and how to fix it (unless I am totally missing it somewhere!
) I think its an easy fix (at least I hope so!) and I am just missing it with all the reading!
DSCF4293.jpg picture by trksh22 - Photobucket
It was the only pic I could get before my camera battery died.
Thanks in advance for your help!
I was wondering if I could get some advice/help here. I checked the FAQ and did a search and haven't found an answer, yet. The left most part of the tank is dripping constantly. Based on the diagram of a tank found on the site, I think it is called the ballock valve. I have a pic so you can see what I am talking about. It is coming out of the yellow part somewhere and being diverted to the white tab thing and dripping from there. I have been unable to locate why it would drip from there and how to fix it (unless I am totally missing it somewhere!
) I think its an easy fix (at least I hope so!) and I am just missing it with all the reading!DSCF4293.jpg picture by trksh22 - Photobucket
It was the only pic I could get before my camera battery died.
Thanks in advance for your help!
Last edited by trksh22; 02-20-09 at 07:25 AM. Reason: Fixed picture link :)
#2
02-20-09, 07:32 AM
The pic is small so it's hard to tell but basically the inner part of the unit that pushes down as the float rises has one or more rubber gaskets on it and they have gone bad.your choice is either to rebuild the unit,if you can find the proper replacement part(s) or replace the unit.
If you go the repair route you will need to know the exact brand and model of the unit as you must get the exact parts to repair it.Best way is to disassemble it and take them to a hardware store or plumbing supply that sells to the public for exact replacement.This assumes it's a type that has readily available parts as some do some do not.
Best choice is replacement.The best replacement and most popular choice is the Fluidmaster 400A costs around 8-10 dollars.Easy to do easy to maintain easy to find.
Suggest replacing the supply line under the toilet,the line that brings the water in,with a stainless steel flex line,also an easy job.
Since your existing unit is plastic the removal will be easy.Even if you feel unsure about the job it's an easy job for someone handy.
If you go the repair route you will need to know the exact brand and model of the unit as you must get the exact parts to repair it.Best way is to disassemble it and take them to a hardware store or plumbing supply that sells to the public for exact replacement.This assumes it's a type that has readily available parts as some do some do not.
Best choice is replacement.The best replacement and most popular choice is the Fluidmaster 400A costs around 8-10 dollars.Easy to do easy to maintain easy to find.
Suggest replacing the supply line under the toilet,the line that brings the water in,with a stainless steel flex line,also an easy job.
Since your existing unit is plastic the removal will be easy.Even if you feel unsure about the job it's an easy job for someone handy.
#3
02-20-09, 08:02 AM
Thank you! I checked and it will be around 10.49$ for the part at our local Ace. Not bad. This is a rental, so we'd have to get the OK from the Landlord to replace the flex line. I don't think he would mind and would likely be thankful.
As for the pic, when I added it before it was too large and kept resizing the page. In case you still wanted to see it, here is the full sized image:
DSCF4293-2.jpg picture by trksh22 - Photobucket
Thankd again for your help!
As for the pic, when I added it before it was too large and kept resizing the page. In case you still wanted to see it, here is the full sized image:
DSCF4293-2.jpg picture by trksh22 - Photobucket
Thankd again for your help!
#4
02-20-09, 12:01 PM
Can't tell the brand but I'd still swap it out for a Fluidmaster'
BTW as time goes on after installation if the unit begins to perform oddly etc there is only one replacement part on all versions.It is a black rubber seal located at the top of the unit,easy to get to and can only be installed one way.Generally cures the ills of the unit so maintaining them is simple and easy.
BTW as time goes on after installation if the unit begins to perform oddly etc there is only one replacement part on all versions.It is a black rubber seal located at the top of the unit,easy to get to and can only be installed one way.Generally cures the ills of the unit so maintaining them is simple and easy.
