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Posted by on April 30, 2008, 3:03 pm
> On Apr 30, 1:11 pm, trad...@optonline.net wrote:
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> > There's no way I'd use the garden hose type valves that are meant to
> > screw onto a sillcock. =A0I've never seen one of those that I would
> > consider well built, sturdy, etc to use for a washer. =A0 If you can't
> > get at the existing ones to replace them, what exactly is the
> > problem? =A0 I'd prefer ball valves too, but it the existing gate ones
> > work, which is what the vast majority have anyway, why screw around?
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> The existing gate valves may or may not work for their intended
> purpose... I never turn them off because of the stigma associated with
> them (they are often seized open, or the packing nut starts leaking
> once you turn them, etc). =A0
That can be a problem with gate valves. On the other hand, there are
a zillion of them around and working reasonably well. Unless they are
in real bad shape, I'd just use them. You can also replace the
packing and washers, etc. Another option, which is what I would do
if I were concerned, is to get the electric type valves that open/
close automatically.
But to avoid un-needed problems with burst
> hoses, I want to be able to shut the supply off except when in use.
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> I could theoretically get access to replace the existing valves, which
> would be the best solution but it would be a lot of work. =A0Like many
> home owners, my spare time has a supply/demand crisis (thanks to the
> leaky roof, the leaky barn, and the leaky patio door ;-). =A0So I'm
> looking for an easier alternative.
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