One way valve in air bleed system

XJ-S
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Greetings all,

My question concerns the small jiggle type one way valve situated in the spigot just below the main filler cap. after removing the old valve ( not easy ) the jiggle ball was facing towards the filler cap direction and not the banjo bolt. From what I can gather that is the way they were fitted at the factory. I would appreciate any help with this dilemma as to me it dose not make sense and should face the banjo. I have a new valve ( $5 ) in Aus .and want to get it right.

Cheers
Bruced

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Here’s my solution to your dilemma :wink:
https://forums.jag-lovers.com/t/radiator-bleed-pipe-check-valve-eac4168/354948/4

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Heh heh, that little valve has generated huge discussion over the years, here and elsewhere.

FWIW, as the result of a very lengthy debate on another forum I ended up so flummoxed that I took the cowardly approach and removed mine entirely… and never looked back.

I dunno if this was right or wrong, and I’m not advocating doing so. But, if it’s a bad thing, I’ve not seen, felt, or heard any ill consequence.

Cheers
DD

4

Thank you John for your reply,
Checked that link, wow !! , it is like the never ending story, now I am more confused.
cheers,
Bruce

5

Thanks Doug for your reply,
I am going to try it both ways, the factory way towards filler cap ( mine was this way when removed ) and then towards the banjo bolt. I will see what happens and then take it from there.
Cheers,
Bruced