Heater Valve Rebuild Woes

[Schon '02]

On 8/21/2020 at 10:20 PM, npdw said:

Before installation I made a setup in my shower with a garden hose etc to check if it would function properly without leaks. I learned to do that because I had to remove and disassemble the heater box 3 times. That was not a nice experience

Once the heater valve has been rebuilt and the valve hardware has been refreshed, I’ve found it relatively easy to work on the valve’s O-rings without removing the heater box. Reaching into the cowling with a 7mm wrench and a stubby Phillips screwdriver to loosen the screws and bolt to remove the valve cover, plug and shaft is relatively easy. The hardest part is getting the lever arm and bolt back on the valve shaft entirely by feel. It takes a bit of touch and dexterity, but it’s doable. Lord knows I’ve had enough practice.?