A butterfly valve is essentially a valve that is used to isolate and control flow in cars in particular. They come from the quarter-turn valve family. When the valve is turned it opens and closes. These types of valves are very popular as they are less expensive than other types. They are also lighter than others, which means that they do not need to be supported as much. There is a metal disc that is situated in the middle of the pipe. There are problems that you can get, though, with butterfly valves and it is important to know what the cause is and what can be done to resolve the situation. They are quite easy to repair and replace, which is handy. Check the Potential Causes One of the biggest problems you can get with a butterfly valve is that it can easily be eroded by the elements and when that happens it doesn’t open or close properly and can have a direct result on how your car operates and runs. The valve unfortunately has lost its ability to be resistant to high temperatures and corrosion of the metal. By becoming eroded this affects the flow that is being sent through the valve and you will not be able to control it correctly. Damage to the sealing of the valve can also be affected. The fact that you may be unable to get rid of all substances that are left in the valve is a major disadvantage and this is down to its design. The valve can easily wear down very quickly. If you install a butterfly incorrectly, then this too can lead to problems.

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