expansion tank from well leaks air- can I replace the air/valve stem?
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02-20-13, 01:23 PM
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expansion tank from well leaks air- can I replace the air/valve stem?
Can I replace the air intake stem on my expansion tank? There is a small amount of rust around the valve where it is leaking.
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02-20-13, 04:57 PM
How old is the tank ?
As Chandler says, it might be time for a new one anyhow..
If it's otherwise good, you just need to find an appropriate schrader valve for it (parts shops that sell hydraulic hoses and stuff for trucks/equipment would have them).
As Chandler says, it might be time for a new one anyhow..
If it's otherwise good, you just need to find an appropriate schrader valve for it (parts shops that sell hydraulic hoses and stuff for trucks/equipment would have them).
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02-21-13, 05:12 AM
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Thx guys...the tank (Amtrol) is 10 years old. I think replacement might be best....Should I assume that the size of the brass fitting that attaches to it is standard. It's on the basement floor....hard to see in there.
By the way....I gave it a tap on top and midway....there is definately air on top.
By the way....I gave it a tap on top and midway....there is definately air on top.
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02-22-13, 06:41 AM
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Thank you. I purchased a new tank on line yesterday. It doesn't look very complicated to install. I have what appears to be 1 inch PVC attached to the brass T. One side has an obvious threaded disconnect; not so sure about the other side coming up from a brass elbow. I figure I can cut the PVC and get some coupling to reattach. Tried to attach a picture...no luck.
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02-22-13, 10:32 AM
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If you can, put a shut off valve on the output of that tank. The benefits are numerous. If you need to work on anything you can just shut it off and not have to drain it. Without it, if you ever have a burst pipe or other emergency, you will have to wait until the entire contents of your tank flow out onto your floor before you get any relief. There is no other way to stop it. Basically, this valve will be your master shut off valve for your water system, in conjuction with the shut off switch for your pump.
Make sure you prefill it with air at about 3psi below your cut in pressure level of your pump.
Make sure you prefill it with air at about 3psi below your cut in pressure level of your pump.
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02-25-13, 06:42 AM
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My new tank arrived Saturday, and I installed it Sunday. I took a photo of the set up and copies it to my tablet. Took it to the hardware store and got ALL of the fittings from the brass T to the PVC to include shut-offs....just in case I broke something or couldn't disassemble or reassemble. Anyway, getting the old tank out and replacing the new one went without a hitch. I returned all the pieces-parts I bought.
Thanks so much for sharing all your expertise and expereince.
Thanks so much for sharing all your expertise and expereince.
