Faster Cold Storage Tank Filling?

[mbc0]

Hi,

I have attached a link to a video of my storage tank filling, is there a different filler I can use to allow a faster flow of water as our shower pumps water faster than it can fill. Upgrading to a larger tank would be a massive headache! I have removed the pipe to the filler and it has enough pressure/flow to fill much faster so the filler is restricting too much.

Many Thanks!

2017-12-10 18.01.46.mp4

 

[ShaunCorbs]

I would turn the mains off and strip the valve normally there some rubbish on / inside the cone / flow seat

 

[snowhead]

Either the washer has gone brittle and isn't flexing enough.
Or the float valve seat (white plastic Orifice) is partly blocked.
Or both the above.

It's simpler to buy a complete new valve.

 

[mbc0]

Hi, thanks for the replies, I definitely want to replace it, can anyone recommend a good high flow one? quite hard to find online!

 

[ShaunCorbs]

Any brass part two will be fine

 

[mbc0]

Many Thanks, ordered a Pegler from Screwfix

 

[townfanjon]

Bit over the top but put a 3/4 ball valve in it , but upsize your overflow pipe if you do ..

 

[Murdoch]

Gosh this OP seems to be using the forum as a step by step guide to plumbing judging by all his threads since yesterday!

 

[mbc0]

Bit over the top but put a 3/4 ball valve in it , but upsize your overflow pipe if you do ..

Ah is it? I just ordered it as per Shauncorbs message..

Any brass part two will be fine

 

[mbc0]

Gosh this OP seems to be using the forum as a step by step guide to plumbing judging by all his threads since yesterday!

Am I ok to post multiple threads? I am just a DIY'ER seeking the best possible advice?

 

[Ric2013]

Yeah, but we like to throw in a bit of stick for free

 

[townfanjon]

A few more posts and we will forward our bank details .


Regards to the ball valve , you will have ordered a half inch , that should be fine asuming your pressure and flow is ok a 3/4 will simply let more water in but its not generally what you do .

 

[ShaunCorbs]

A few more posts and we will forward our bank details .


Regards to the ball valve , you will have ordered a half inch , that should be fine asuming your pressure and flow is ok a 3/4 will simply let more water in but its not generally what you do .

cant get a 3/4 part two easily only in part one which isnt allowed any more

 

[townfanjon]

cant get a 3/4 part two easily only in part one which isnt allowed any more

3 in jonnys garage , “ rocking horse “ I agree