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the front valve sounds like the LQ2:
http://www.steelsoldiers.com/archive/index.php/t-92788.html
The bottom of the drier is notorious for sticking and indicates your drier needs to be replaced or rebuilt.
When mine used to stick I used spray silicone lube(rubber o ring safe) and a screwdriver...