Modifying PEX plumbing

[Rsmith99]

The bottom ball valve needs to be replaced. It appears it has already been replaced before, due to the splice.
I only have about 2” between the crimp rings. I don’t know how far the fitting extends past the crimp ring.
How would you splice in a new valve? Can the crimp ring be cut, and the fitting reused?
Thanks!

 

[Jeff H Young]

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[Rsmith99]

re useable yes ! dont get even the tinyiest nick in it. other wise even the slightest barely noticeable scratch throw away , buy new .

Is there room on that bottom horizontal pipe to install a new fitting?

 

[Jeff H Young]

Is there room on that bottom horizontal pipe to install a new fitting?

I dont know I cant make heads or tails out of this you said something about a valve on the bottom I see 2 valves the same height? You asked can fittings be reused . YES Last question I cant tell what your asking It looks complete no idea what this last problem is ?

 

[Rsmith99]

I dont know I cant make heads or tails out of this you said something about a valve on the bottom I see 2 valves the same height? You asked can fittings be reused . YES Last question I cant tell what your asking It looks complete no idea what this last problem is ?

The photos are sideways.

 

[Reach4]

That ring marked Wrong looks to be too far to the left, don't you think? Don't save that.

Check crimps with a go-nogo gauge.

https://www.pexuniverse.com/1-2-pex-brass-ball-valve-drop-ear-lead-free

Sharkbite makes some ball valves with mounting tabs (drop ear).
https://www.sharkbite.com/products/ball-valve-drain-vent-and-mounting-tab

 

[Rsmith99]

View attachment 65730 That ring marked Wrong looks to be too far to the left, don't you think? Don't save that.

Check crimps with a go-nogo gauge.

https://www.pexuniverse.com/1-2-pex-brass-ball-valve-drop-ear-lead-free

Sharkbite makes some ball valves with mounting tabs (drop ear).
https://www.sharkbite.com/products/ball-valve-drain-vent-and-mounting-tab

Thanks! I had to have the plumber redo several connections that were poorly done. I guess I missed that one.

 

[Rsmith99]

I got everything back together today. So far, no leaks!

Thanks for everyone’s help!