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Leaking solenoid valve.
- Thread starter stampedecarwash
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MEP001
Well-known member
You can fix it, but you'll eventually have to replace it. A Dema 473P is 3/8" pipe thread, a Dema 474P is 1/2". They have a stainless seat insert so they won't wash out like that.
If you want to try and fix it, get a 1/4" bolt, nut, and fender washer, sandwich some emery cloth under the bolt head with the nut holding the washer tight, chuck it into a drill and polish it smooth. You'll probably have to change the piece of emery cloth several times.
If you want to try and fix it, get a 1/4" bolt, nut, and fender washer, sandwich some emery cloth under the bolt head with the nut holding the washer tight, chuck it into a drill and polish it smooth. You'll probably have to change the piece of emery cloth several times.
stampedecarwash
Member
UPDATE: Yes changed the whole thing and its good now.
I think that was a wise move. Did you find a exact replacement?
stampedecarwash
Member
Yes more or less. Ordered it from GC directly. The valve inlet is 3/8” vs the 3/4” I had but the result is the same.
