ER gate valve, or will a ball valve work?

[Kaos]

I plan on modding my CS6-1 w/ the gate valve mod I've read about here. The only thing is I don't think I will be able to find a PVC gate valve locally. Can I use a PVC ball valve or is there a particular reason for the gate valve? TIA.

[45commando]

Hi,the gate valve is just easier to fine tune than a ball valve.You may find it a little more difficult to get the ball valve at just the correct setting-but other than that I think you'll be fine.

[gibson981]

Menard's has both ball and gate valves in PVC.

[Russ Braaten]

I don't know about that specific mod but a gate valve gives you a lot more control on the water flow.

[Kaos]

Thanks for the help. I didn't think of that. A gate valve can be fine tuned easier than a ball. Tomarrow I think I am going to have a good look around town to see what I can find. Maybe one of the mom and pop hardware stores will have one. BTW, what size do I need....1.5"? Thanks.

[Russ Braaten]

size it for what ever type of pipe you have. Look at industrial plastic and plumbing companies.

[xtrstangx]

http://savko.com/partlist.asp?pgid=1

First thing on the page. They ship really fast and the prices are awesome. Save yourself the gas and don't drive over town looking for them like I tried to.

[Kevin McG]

I been using a ball valve on my 8-2 series and its works fine.

[wbeavers]

You can use either, but the gate valve is just alot easier for fine tuning the consistency of skimate.

[itstheantitang]

I ordered one off savko- the only kicker is 8.95 for shipping.
It got here in 2 days.

[bllfish]

Are there any threads on the gate valve mod? I cannot seem to find one