Seacocks difficult to close?

[TJR]

What is the best way to keep the valves opening and closing without alot of effort? What do you use to lubricate them?

 

[striped bass]

The OEM sea cock gear on Gradys quickly froze up and became difficult to open and close. Grady issued an advisory and replacement equipment. Even now it is helpful with the new equipment to open and close the sea cocks every time you are on the boat to keep them moving effortlessly. If you have the OEM arm and fitting I am not sure there is any fix or lubricant that will stave off the stiffness unless you do the replacement.

 

[seabob4]

Exercise your shut-off valves REGULARLY, regardless of how often you use the boat! This is the only way to ensure proper operation when you need them to work...