Crusty Posted May 7, 2009 Share Posted May 7, 2009 After I hooked up all the pond stuff for this year, I got everything settled and then, the water level would not maintain its self. The previous owner invented all this stuff to do this, and it worked great last year when we moved in(all ready running) This valve (see picture) is broken and I cannot find anyone who knows what it is, what it is called, or where to get one. Does anyone here have an idea about this? Thanks, James Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackhawkxx Posted May 7, 2009 Share Posted May 7, 2009 Don't know the name but it looks just like the one in my old toilet. It controlled the water level. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Beakman Posted May 7, 2009 Share Posted May 7, 2009 It's a Mexican Swine Flu Bomb! Call Homeland security! Yep, as Blackhawkxx says. See if there's a little arm or lever with a hole for a float that would actuate it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crusty Posted May 7, 2009 Author Share Posted May 7, 2009 No, there is no arm/rod/siphon I have been to Lowes/Homedepot/Rona and three plumbing shops, none of them know what it is used for. I use it for the pond water level, but can not find where to buy a new one. :icon_wall: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Beakman Posted May 7, 2009 Share Posted May 7, 2009 No, there is no arm/rod/siphon I have been to Lowes/Homedepot/Rona and three plumbing shops, none of them know what it is used for. I use it for the pond water level, but can not find where to buy a new one. :icon_wall: Get the name stamped on the case and post it. I see an inlet hose, diaphram case, tension control knob and outlet port, correct? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveK Posted May 7, 2009 Share Posted May 7, 2009 You can't tell? Pipes cupped. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpokaneXX Posted May 7, 2009 Share Posted May 7, 2009 It's a Delta or Fill Pro toilet fill valve. You can pick one up at your local Ace Hardware their stock # 43668 should cost around $16. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crusty Posted May 7, 2009 Author Share Posted May 7, 2009 No, there is no arm/rod/siphon I have been to Lowes/Homedepot/Rona and three plumbing shops, none of them know what it is used for. I use it for the pond water level, but can not find where to buy a new one. :icon_wall: Get the name stamped on the case and post it. I see an inlet hose, diaphram case, tension control knob and outlet port, correct? I believe so. I installed the whole -filter-watertank-UV light-pump system, and have the thing running. Its cleaning up the pond nicely, but won't maintain the water level automatically. The pictures were taken last summer when it was being set up by the then owner. I set if all up, and see that the 'valve' is broken as it spits water out from all over. I was hoping to find somone that knew what the name of the 'valve' was so I could just by it, and when I have shut the pond down and replace it, I can minimize the down time. Its looking like I will just have to shut it all down and pull the valve off ... It's a Delta or Fill Pro toilet fill valve. You can pick one up at your local Ace Hardware their stock # 43668 should cost around $16. http://www.buzzillions.com/dz_902311_fillp...l_valve_reviews HA!! Thats it. Now I have to find a store here. Thanks!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John01XX Posted May 7, 2009 Share Posted May 7, 2009 according to the reviews they are available at Ace Hardware or just order one online for the $10.00 with free shipping Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crusty Posted May 7, 2009 Author Share Posted May 7, 2009 Fucking bastards .... A $10.00 part, and you have to go through the email address, the home address, the phone number, the password, create an account, fill out the shipping address... then they charge you $35.00 for shipping, (via UPS) who's going to charge me some fucked up 'brokerage fee' the thing is going to be $80.00 fucking dollars. Thanks for fucking nothing.. according to the reviews they are available at Ace Hardware or just order one online for the $10.00 with free shipping I checked the Ace Hardware site, and they don't have them listed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackhawkxx Posted May 8, 2009 Share Posted May 8, 2009 Yep, as Blackhawkxx says. See if there's a little arm or lever with a hole for a float that would actuate it There was no arm or anything on mine either. If I remember right, you can take them apart to maybe fix it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crusty Posted May 8, 2009 Author Share Posted May 8, 2009 Yep, as Blackhawkxx says. See if there's a little arm or lever with a hole for a float that would actuate it There was no arm or anything on mine either. If I remember right, you can take them apart to maybe fix it. That seems to be an option now ... Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skull Posted May 8, 2009 Share Posted May 8, 2009 Fucking bastards .... A $10.00 part, and you have to go through the email address, the home address, the phone number, the password, create an account, fill out the shipping address... then they charge you $35.00 for shipping, (via UPS) who's going to charge me some fucked up 'brokerage fee' the thing is going to be $80.00 fucking dollars. Solution #1: Don't live in Canada. Solution #2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crusty Posted May 8, 2009 Author Share Posted May 8, 2009 Fucking bastards .... A $10.00 part, and you have to go through the email address, the home address, the phone number, the password, create an account, fill out the shipping address... then they charge you $35.00 for shipping, (via UPS) who's going to charge me some fucked up 'brokerage fee' the thing is going to be $80.00 fucking dollars. Solution #1: Don't live in Canada. Solution #2: Thanks, the help is appreciated... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hobicus Posted May 9, 2009 Share Posted May 9, 2009 Fix the leak in your liner??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crusty Posted May 9, 2009 Author Share Posted May 9, 2009 Fix the leak in your liner??? Liner? :icon_shifty: The pond has a LINER I gotta find a hole in my LINER? :icon_wall: Found the valve in question... Never even bothered going to the local Hardware store, figured there was no way they would have one, or, even know what it was... turns out they use them for the water levels on the water for live stock. Who woulda thunk it... Edit. Offendning picture removed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hobicus Posted May 14, 2009 Share Posted May 14, 2009 Fix the leak in your liner??? Liner? :icon_shifty: The pond has a LINER I gotta find a hole in my LINER? :icon_wall: Yes, most contractors lay down a 45 mil EPDM liner under the pond, to keep the water from running away. I develop pond estimating software as one of my side businesses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crusty Posted May 15, 2009 Author Share Posted May 15, 2009 Fix the leak in your liner??? Liner? :icon_shifty: The pond has a LINER I gotta find a hole in my LINER? :icon_wall: Yes, most contractors lay down a 45 mil EPDM liner under the pond, to keep the water from running away. I develop pond estimating software as one of my side businesses. No, I was joshing ya.. I understand the need for a liner, I have one it seems to be fine, just the little valve thing was the issue. Water level is fine for a day or two, then it shows a drop in the level a bit. (evaporation) I found a new valve, just have to install it. The software sounds interesting. Hope you do well with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorthRider Posted May 15, 2009 Share Posted May 15, 2009 Fix the leak in your liner??? Liner? :icon_shifty: The pond has a LINER I gotta find a hole in my LINER? :icon_wall: Yes, most contractors lay down a 45 mil EPDM liner under the pond, to keep the water from running away. I develop pond estimating software as one of my side businesses. Sorry I was goin g to tell you he's Fucking with you .. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crusty Posted May 16, 2009 Author Share Posted May 16, 2009 Well, anyone that's into 'wet & rubber' can't be all that bad! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skull Posted May 24, 2009 Share Posted May 24, 2009 I keep thinking this thread title sounds like something that would get you in trouble with the National Collegiate Pond Association and have all your juniors banned from playing next school year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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