Can Cable on LaSalle Bristol Cable-Actuated RV Waste Valve be Shortened

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Am I able to shorten this? The valve itself is only 24” from exterior bracket and does not allow for the cable to operate well.

asked by: Jillan

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You can definitely cut and reattach the handle on the LaSalle Bristol Cable-Actuated RV Waste Valve # 34466N11AB96GMA, but since this has a 96" cable and you just need 24" I recommend going with part # 34466N11AB36GM instead which is the exact same part just with a 36" cable.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Remove the locknut from the cable housing assembly of the #34466N11AB96GMA. Feed the cable through the mounting bracket or hold in the wall of chassis. Feed the locknut back over the cable and fasten securely to the backside of the bracket or wall.…

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The cable is a fixed length and does not allow for tightening. It is recommended that you use a gentle u-shape, s-shape or gentle 90* bend in the cable and secure it every so often with cable ties part #DW05727-25 to take up the slack that you might…

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

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Answer 12

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