Posted: June 25 2009 at 20:05 | IP Logged

My vaccu flush toilet is having trouble.

The ball that is supposed to rotate open and closed is sticking either open or shut.  Sometimes it works, but most times it will stick.

I've tried some marine drain lubricants, but it did not work.

Has anyone had this problem?  Any ideas how to fix it?

Thanks

Posted: June 30 2009 at 11:53 | IP Logged

There is a spring mechanism that connects to the pedal and ball assembly that is what seem to be broken.  The original ones had a plastic shaft that would break over time. The new ones are made of brass.  Just go to the sea/land web site and you can order the parts directly from them.  It's an easy fix.  Watch what lubricants you use, they could break down the rubber seal that is around the ball and then you will be replacing it also.

Posted: July 20 2009 at 18:53 | IP Logged

Thanks for the help Doral 310.

Got my replacement parts and it wasn't too hard to fix.  The I-Driver really helped get into the tight spots.  It works perfect now.  Wife will be happy!