Each of my 12 radiators is plumbed using the Maxtwin valves (two 8mm piles
to a double coaxial valve at one end of the radiator) - the opposite end has
a draincock. When I decorate I like to remove the radiator but I am finding
that the washers in the draincocks are in a bad state.

I have tried to buy some new ones but no success. I reckon they are 14mm
outside diameter + 4mm hole and 2.5mm thick. Any ideas on a source - I would
like to have some in hand.

On Thu, 18 Oct 2007 15:38:09 +0000, John wrote:

I have tried to buy some new ones but no success. I reckon they are 14mm
outside diameter + 4mm hole and 2.5mm thick. Any ideas on a source - I
would like to have some in hand.

Toolstation list some drain-off cock washers though they don't give
dimensions. Plumber's merhants may be able to supply.

--
John Stumbles

What do you mean, talking about it isn't oral sex?

John wrote:

snip

Blimey, thought it was another missive from the lady with the dirty
dirty mouth...

David

On Thu, 18 Oct 2007 15:38:09 +0000, John wrote:

Each of my 12 radiators is plumbed using the Maxtwin valves (two 8mm piles
to a double coaxial valve at one end of the radiator) - the opposite end has
a draincock. When I decorate I like to remove the radiator but I am finding
that the washers in the draincocks are in a bad state.

I have tried to buy some new ones but no success. I reckon they are 14mm
outside diameter + 4mm hole and 2.5mm thick. Any ideas on a source - I would
like to have some in hand.

Rubber and fibre washers for drain cocks seem to be available at real
plumbers' merchants. (I.E. Not at "sheds" or PlumbCentere etc.)


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