Hey guys, thanks for the blooper (or rather "bleeper") reel. Sometimes you just gotta keep it real and drop an f bomb or two. We've been watching you guys for years and consider you both to be top notch in the industry.
Awwwwe. It’s so good to see people like you and Brian [Tito] making DIY project mistakes. Makes me feel like I’m not the only one. Thanks for including the blooper.
Thats the way everything like this always goes....there's always something that will get a couple of F bombs....LOL Man I love the shot of you guys camping along that river...just drop dead gorgeous....must be up in the northwest somewhere.
Thanks for showing me how to replace that water pump.....with an ‘07 Kountry Star, I’m sure that’s in my not too distant future! And thanks for the bloopers - I would be sitting in a puddle of water just like you!!
Good points on power and water consumption, the Flowjet pump we have in our 07 rig is still going but when I replace it I will go with the same pump...thanks!
OMG! Straight to the point and no BS! Great video! The RV tech quoted me a thousand bucks to replace my water pump. Screw that! I know I can replace my water pump myself now after watching your video. Thank you!
I have a 3 gpm pump in my 40 foot Foretravel and find it sufficient. Bigger is not always better as you pointed out. I am sure that will help a few people that watched. Used your discounts at M4 and Micro air recently. Thanks!
As always, great video! So glad I watched it. I'm not having water pump issues, but two of my water pump switches aren't working in my rig. I did not know about the latching controller and had no idea where to start, but now I do. Thanks!
Love the blooper/paper towel. Too funny. Remember Crescent is a name brand. Correct terminology is "Adjustable Wrench". Many people use brand name instead of more accurate terminology such as Allen Wrench is a Hex head, Channel Locks. Channel is a name brand, for Adjustable pliers. You get the point. Thanks for the video. My water pump on my 14 yr old class c just died also. Thanks. Joseph. 👍😎
So glad I haven’t had to change mine yet. As John said yes I haven’t been boondocking much but need to start more lol. Love the bloopers also guys keeping it real is the only way to camp love you guys meet loving the dream
If I had a nickle for every time I've ended up soaking wet from a plumbing mishap...lol. Loved the blooper. I know I'll eventually be faced with this task. Hope I can find a direct replacement for my pump too. Thanks for showing how easy a job like this can be!
Thanks for your video. It was both informative and intimidating. On our way to Maine after fighting our water pump for over a month we finally replaced ours Today. Paid way to much for a SureFlow pump rather than figuring out how to buy one from Amazon and having to figure out where to have it delivered. Our pump had more difficult access under the bed. I was extra worried about water coming out of the lines when I took the pump off, but I guess I had done a good job draining them. What a relief to have our water pump back in operation even though we only got 5 years of service out of the original pump.
As always a very professional video. It's obvious you guys work hard to create the best content. If I recall John did not like being in front of the camera years ago. I must say John does a terrific job very well spoken and very professional. It's hard to remember to smile when you're doing these but it can really make a difference. You definitely did add a twist with your bloopers and I don't ever recall hearing Peter bleep. Cracking me up.
Love you guys! Thank you! My pump isn't dead yet, but it comes on often when I'm not using water, so I am planning to get a spare now, so when it's time, I have it. thanks for giving me the confidence to attempt the job!
Another great how to video. Also very good advice on boondocking which is RVing at it's best. Campgrounds are fine but more times than not you are jammed up with as many neighbors as they can fit into the available space. Safe travels!
Thanks to the both of you! I particularly appreciate the wisdom in not using a higher GPM pump. He one in ours is original I think, so in anticipation I’ve thought about getting a higher volume pump, but now I’ll stick with the same GPM. I’ve been wondering how often to replace that little filter, now I know I need to check to see if it disassembles, and just clean it out. In my plumbing escapades I’ve not had the problem with getting water all over myself- more than once or twice. 😂 The good news is that it’s better than drain water!
Another excellent DIY video. Loved the up front "Tech Talk" with John before introducing Peter's "master mechanic" hands into view to illustrate the repair. If I ever do this repair, I expect my blooper water leak to be before, during and after the job is done.
Great video - informative and funny. Just a suggestion and if you have a multimeter, you should always check the voltage even after pulling the fuse; which could be mislabeled.
I always open my low drain point before working on plumbing. Also, most pumps use those quick connect fittings and you don't need to unthread any fitting. I have a spare pump that we use to fill our tanks from a bladder while boondocking, I have used that spare before when the main pump failed. Replaced in five minutes. Good points about boondocking.
Because of the mounting location of our pump, it’s actually easier to unscrew the fittings than to reach and unplug the quick connects. Great idea to have a second pump both for filling from a bladder AND as a spare. Double duty!
LOL yes a lot of water in the plumbing will come out. Ask me how I know. I agree water pump replacement is a straightforward job albeit a wet one. A direct size replacement is a good idea as some of the larger pumps do draw quite a bit more power and the RV pump wiring may be undersized. Great tips as always, Lou.
Good question, Peter! We know that additional damping can be beneficial for noise and vibration reduction, but the rubber dampers included with the pump have always kept things acceptably quiet for us. So even though we didn't add them, it's a good consideration for anyone with a pump mounted in such a way that noise or vibration is a problem.
Lol 😂 the bloopers are the real life of repairs everyone try’s to hide. Lol 😂 you definitely would not like my bloopers..xxx rated. Great video...Love all your videos and the bloopers. 😊
As usual another enjoyable and helpful video - you two rock. Your comments regarding pump sizing was of particular interest and help. Enjoyed your comments on boondocking which is our preferred choice. Curious to know how you find and evaluate potential boondocking sites for your large rig.
I just swapped out my water pump. You didn't have to unscrew those fittings, just slide the small locking pieces and pull the entire fitting assy right out of the pump and all you have to do is push them into the new pomy and lock them in place again :-)
I've only replaced one pump in my 50+ years of RVing and replaced it with the same unit. I opened the low point valves before starting. I hadn't considered the extra power demand when replacing with a higher volume unit. Crescent wrench comes from the company, Crescent, who made most of them in the early 1900's. Ya could have called it a "Spanner" and really confused people. LOL
Off topic sorry, but at 8:38 marker your roof is full of solar panels compared to just 3 in the closing drone shot. Did you start with several and upgraded to new technology by going with 3 updated panels? Or you started with 3 and added more? I tried looking for a video on the change but didn't see one.
Good spotting! The footage with only 3 panels was shot last winter. We had those 3 for about 14 years, a total of about 375 watts. We recently removed all three of them and installed 8 new Xantrex panels. There are 4 flexible panels at 165 watts each and 4 tiltable rigid panels at 160 watts each, for a total of 1,300 watts! It’s been a game changer, and we’ll have a couple of videos about it coming up within the next few months. Stay tuned! 😄
@@RVgeeks Wow big improvement! I had to pause the video to see how many panels are up there then backtracked to compare lol. Can't wait to see the videos on it. I did take in the beautiful scenery also. So relaxing and serene.
What do you think about combining a water pump with an accumulator tank? We have a tankless water heater and when we tested the water heater using the water pump we could not get enough pressure to get hot enough water, so thinking an accumulator tank will help with this.
Hi Wonder! We're not thinking that an accumulator tank is going to help your problem. Accumulator tanks are designed to provide consistent pressure (to help reduce pressure fluctuations and to reduce pump cycling)... not necessarily to increase the pressure. It sounds more like it could be a FLOW issue. Either you're not running the water fast enough to get the tankless water heater to kick on fully (?? just guessing, as this is a concern we've had about switching to a tankless heater... since we drizzle water when dry camping to conserve). Or maybe there's enough restriction in the lines to the water heater that the pressure on the hot side isn't the same as on the cold? We'd look at what the pressure rating for your current pump is... and see if maybe replacing it with a newer pump could get you a pressure increase that might solve the problem? But we'd only do that if it works fine when on city water and is only a problem when running the pump.
Hi there. Nice video. I have a question on water pump. Mine is leaking from one of the red wire here are the spect: 2.8 GPM. 12 VOLT. 7.0 MAX Amps. And 45 PSI. I can not find the same pump..witch other ones are compatible to the original one I have? I have 2005 Carriage Cameo LXI THANK YOU. GOD BLESS
Hi Daniel. Most water pumps are fairly interchangeable. But it’s always easiest to find the same one you have to make a replacement go as easily as possible. We’d suggest inspecting the pump carefully for a manufacturer, model number, or other identifying information. You may need to remove it to see that, or better yet use a small mechanics mirror if you need to see behind it to get the information. Once you have that, you can, Google search on it, or search on Amazon to find an identical replacement, which will make the job much easier.
Hi guys, quick question about the windshield cleaner you use. Are you still using rainx or have you replaced it with invisible glass with rain repellent?
Hi Carolyn! We actually use both. When we want to do a super-duper job of cleaning and treating the windshield, we use Rain-X. When we're feeling a little less ambitious, we use Invisible Glass with Rain Repellent. We end up using the IG about 95% of the time, and probably down to about once a year with the Rain-X! Both work great, but Rain-X lasts longer (and repels rain a bit more) and IG is so easy that we use it every time we do a regular wipe-down of the glass. Can't miss either way!
I just replaced mine, after it was all connected, I powered it up, and turned on the water tap hose on the panel there, It would run good then I shut it off, it ran and stopped but it wouldnt turn back on if I opened the tap valve again. I disconnected all hoses, in put and outlet, it ran empty great for a few seconds, I did not leave it running, then hooked up just the inlet, it ran great , turned it off, then back on, ran for a couple seconds then stopped, It continues to do this. It wont stay on if hooked up to the outlet. Any ideas? Thanks.
Wow, that's a tough one, Clatimer. Could be a failed backflow preventer... or the pressure switch in the pump is bad (unlikely though since it's a new pump). Triple-check that you have the pump installed inline in the correct direction for the water flow, too. Can't think of anything else at the moment... scratching our heads!
You point out 5 gallon per minute pump 'filling up gray tank' but maybe state, you're also using your Potable Water as well. Even though I have 80 gallons on board fresh water storage. that doesn't go far when dry camping The 3.5gpm pump is appreciated simply because of that very reason Great video, had wondered if either of you had taken into account that maybe Water Pump was @low point in that Wet Bay, and the amount of water that would come out when replacing pump. As well as you two obviously care for your Rig, good chance you'll still be in this Motorhome when replacement water pump needs replacing. Wondering, how is the Solar/Lithium setup working so far for you two? Any issues? Any 'hiccups'? Or smooth sailing? Thanks, Derek
Hi Derek! We're not sure where in the grand scheme of things the pump sits in the plumbing system (high or low, etc), but we did have the rig perfectly level, so we're guessing a pretty good volume of water was gonna come out no matter what. Our Xantrex lithium battery, and brand new Xantrex solar panels are rockin' it! We'll have lots to share in upcoming videos. 😊
1. Push-fit adapters with O ring seals - spit on your fingers and wipe around the O ring as a lubricant - it should slide home a lot easier. 2. I'd be very tempted to mount the pump 'upside-down' - so the electrical part is above the water part. I'm going to suspect the reason for fail is water getting into the motor.
Sure thing, Bill! Details can be found in our most recent blog post: www.thervgeeks.com/the-rvers-tv/announcing-the-rvers-season-two/ and you'll also find links to the show's website and Facebook pages, where you can sign up or follow to be notified about about show updates.
Longer spray on your hose; more pressure in your shower; less pressure drop when you decide to shower, wash your hands, flush the toilet, and do the dishes all at the same time.
@@Kineth1 Well after some research I now can answer my own question. You are100% correct. This is a variable speed pump with a self regulator. All that allows it to accomplish just what you said. Thanks for the help.
Hey guys, thanks for the blooper (or rather "bleeper") reel. Sometimes you just gotta keep it real and drop an f bomb or two. We've been watching you guys for years and consider you both to be top notch in the industry.
Thanks so much, Richard! 😊
Awwwwe. It’s so good to see people like you and Brian [Tito] making DIY project mistakes. Makes me feel like I’m not the only one. Thanks for including the blooper.
Thanks Lance! Glad you liked it. 😊
Am I the only one that gets a kick out of hearing Peter let loose a couple F bombs and a “damnit”? Love it!
Glad you liked it, Ashley! Keepin' it real! 😊
Thats the way everything like this always goes....there's always something that will get a couple of F bombs....LOL Man I love the shot of you guys camping along that river...just drop dead gorgeous....must be up in the northwest somewhere.
Thanks Sandy! That spot is indeed in beautiful British Columbia. 🇨🇦 😄
Thanks for showing me how to replace that water pump.....with an ‘07 Kountry Star, I’m sure that’s in my not too distant future! And thanks for the bloopers - I would be sitting in a puddle of water just like you!!
Good video, thanks. Your boondocking spots look amazing. Nice bloopers!
Excellent step by step video. Thank you for making the video to help us rv people
Good points on power and water consumption, the Flowjet pump we have in our 07 rig is still going but when I replace it I will go with the same pump...thanks!
OMG! Straight to the point and no BS! Great video! The RV tech quoted me a thousand bucks to replace my water pump. Screw that! I know I can replace my water pump myself now after watching your video. Thank you!
Awesome! ❤️
We recently had to replace our water pump also. We added shut-offs on each side of the pump to avoid puddles in the future.
I have a 3 gpm pump in my 40 foot Foretravel and find it sufficient. Bigger is not always better as you pointed out. I am sure that will help a few people that watched.
Used your discounts at M4 and Micro air recently. Thanks!
Thanks Bob! 😊
As always, great video! So glad I watched it. I'm not having water pump issues, but two of my water pump switches aren't working in my rig. I did not know about the latching controller and had no idea where to start, but now I do. Thanks!
Love the blooper/paper towel. Too funny. Remember Crescent is a name brand. Correct terminology is "Adjustable Wrench". Many people use brand name instead of more accurate terminology such as Allen Wrench is a Hex head, Channel Locks. Channel is a name brand, for Adjustable pliers. You get the point. Thanks for the video. My water pump on my 14 yr old class c just died also. Thanks. Joseph. 👍😎
We also clean our ears with Q-tips, and use Scotch tape, too! 😝
@@RVgeeks Wow, great response. :)
So glad I haven’t had to change mine yet. As John said yes I haven’t been boondocking much but need to start more lol. Love the bloopers also guys keeping it real is the only way to camp love you guys meet loving the dream
If I had a nickle for every time I've ended up soaking wet from a plumbing mishap...lol. Loved the blooper. I know I'll eventually be faced with this task. Hope I can find a direct replacement for my pump too. Thanks for showing how easy a job like this can be!
Thanks for your video. It was both informative and intimidating. On our way to Maine after fighting our water pump for over a month we finally replaced ours Today. Paid way to much for a SureFlow pump rather than figuring out how to buy one from Amazon and having to figure out where to have it delivered. Our pump had more difficult access under the bed. I was extra worried about water coming out of the lines when I took the pump off, but I guess I had done a good job draining them. What a relief to have our water pump back in operation even though we only got 5 years of service out of the original pump.
As always a very professional video. It's obvious you guys work hard to create the best content. If I recall John did not like being in front of the camera years ago. I must say John does a terrific job very well spoken and very professional. It's hard to remember to smile when you're doing these but it can really make a difference. You definitely did add a twist with your bloopers and I don't ever recall hearing Peter bleep. Cracking me up.
Thanks Arthur! You just made our day. 😊
Thank you for being so thorough. You explained all the steps. Thank you.
Love you guys! Thank you! My pump isn't dead yet, but it comes on often when I'm not using water, so I am planning to get a spare now, so when it's time, I have it. thanks for giving me the confidence to attempt the job!
Amazing work, yet again guys! LOVE the blooper 🤣
Thanks! Glad you got a laugh out of that! 😊
Y'all are amazing and super helpful! Thank you so much for this video - like having extra dads or uncles exactly when I need them! Happy camping! 🚌🩵
Thanks so much! Great to hear. 🥰
Another great how to video. Also very good advice on boondocking which is RVing at it's best. Campgrounds are fine but more times than not you are jammed up with as many neighbors as they can fit into the available space. Safe travels!
My pump's been held together with vice grips for over a thousand miles, so looking forward ti picking up another at 3.5 gpm.
Excellent water pump replacement video guys 🚌🎶🎥🌎👍😊thanks for sharing and safe travels
Thanks to the both of you! I particularly appreciate the wisdom in not using a higher GPM pump. He one in ours is original I think, so in anticipation I’ve thought about getting a higher volume pump, but now I’ll stick with the same GPM.
I’ve been wondering how often to replace that little filter, now I know I need to check to see if it disassembles, and just clean it out.
In my plumbing escapades I’ve not had the problem with getting water all over myself- more than once or twice. 😂 The good news is that it’s better than drain water!
Thanks David! We'll definitely second that last thought! 😂
Another excellent DIY video. Loved the up front "Tech Talk" with John before introducing Peter's "master mechanic" hands into view to illustrate the repair. If I ever do this repair, I expect my blooper water leak to be before, during and after the job is done.
Too funny! 😂 Thanks for the kudos. 😊
Great video - informative and funny. Just a suggestion and if you have a multimeter, you should always check the voltage even after pulling the fuse; which could be mislabeled.
Oh, thanks for that blooper. I was crying in tears laughing! Glad to at least know it doesn't ONLY happen to me
Glad you liked it, Joe! 😁
Paper towel? What were you thinking? 😀 LOL. I never connect the water and run only on the tank. Hopefully my 12 year old pump holds up a bit longer 👍👍
I guess I was just being overly optimistic (or unrealistic)! 😂
Boondocking is wonderful!!!
I always open my low drain point before working on plumbing. Also, most pumps use those quick connect fittings and you don't need to unthread any fitting. I have a spare pump that we use to fill our tanks from a bladder while boondocking, I have used that spare before when the main pump failed. Replaced in five minutes. Good points about boondocking.
Because of the mounting location of our pump, it’s actually easier to unscrew the fittings than to reach and unplug the quick connects. Great idea to have a second pump both for filling from a bladder AND as a spare. Double duty!
LOL yes a lot of water in the plumbing will come out. Ask me how I know. I agree water pump replacement is a straightforward job albeit a wet one. A direct size replacement is a good idea as some of the larger pumps do draw quite a bit more power and the RV pump wiring may be undersized. Great tips as always, Lou.
Another great DIY project....👍👍 to the real life mishaps
I need to replace my water pump soon so thanks for the tips.
Really good video. Thanks! Love the blooper reel!
THANKS, I am replacing my WATER LINES now... I may need a new pump as well!
14 years Made in USA!! Nice!
Thank you for helping
More proof that it's "not the size of your pump" that matters. It's the perfect size pump for the job. 😁
Did you consider adding rubber feet/mat to further reduce noise and vibration?
Good question, Peter! We know that additional damping can be beneficial for noise and vibration reduction, but the rubber dampers included with the pump have always kept things acceptably quiet for us. So even though we didn't add them, it's a good consideration for anyone with a pump mounted in such a way that noise or vibration is a problem.
❤ step by step videos!! Thanks
Lol 😂 the bloopers are the real life of repairs everyone try’s to hide. Lol 😂 you definitely would not like my bloopers..xxx rated. Great video...Love all your videos and the bloopers. 😊
Thanks Ron! 😁
Step #1....get a BUCKET....1ST!! LOL! Great point about low flow replacement pump! Must resist MORE POWER!! Thx!
As usual another enjoyable and helpful video - you two rock. Your comments regarding pump sizing was of particular interest and help. Enjoyed your comments on boondocking which is our preferred choice. Curious to know how you find and evaluate potential boondocking sites for your large rig.
Thanks! Our favourite boondocking resource is campendium.com
I just swapped out my water pump. You didn't have to unscrew those fittings, just slide the small locking pieces and pull the entire fitting assy right out of the pump and all you have to do is push them into the new pomy and lock them in place again :-)
Thank you so much for this video.
Another repair successfully completed. Enjoy your Winnebago! Hahaha sorry guys but I couldn't resist that one!😀
Nice one Gary! 😂
Think ours might be in need of replacing soon
I've only replaced one pump in my 50+ years of RVing and replaced it with the same unit. I opened the low point valves before starting. I hadn't considered the extra power demand when replacing with a higher volume unit. Crescent wrench comes from the company, Crescent, who made most of them in the early 1900's. Ya could have called it a "Spanner" and really confused people. LOL
Thanks Roy! I'll stay away from "spanner" to avoid any more confusion! LOL
That's realistic, a little foul language, during a DIY project, great bloopers.
Great video! Where is that where you filmed on the water? It is beautiful!!
Thanks Denise! That was along the Harrison River in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia, Canada!
@@RVgeeks thank you for the reply. We hope to be full time London Aire owners. 😊
Off topic sorry, but at 8:38 marker your roof is full of solar panels compared to just 3 in the closing drone shot. Did you start with several and upgraded to new technology by going with 3 updated panels? Or you started with 3 and added more? I tried looking for a video on the change but didn't see one.
Good spotting! The footage with only 3 panels was shot last winter. We had those 3 for about 14 years, a total of about 375 watts. We recently removed all three of them and installed 8 new Xantrex panels. There are 4 flexible panels at 165 watts each and 4 tiltable rigid panels at 160 watts each, for a total of 1,300 watts! It’s been a game changer, and we’ll have a couple of videos about it coming up within the next few months. Stay tuned! 😄
@@RVgeeks Wow big improvement! I had to pause the video to see how many panels are up there then backtracked to compare lol. Can't wait to see the videos on it. I did take in the beautiful scenery also. So relaxing and serene.
What do you think about combining a water pump with an accumulator tank? We have a tankless water heater and when we tested the water heater using the water pump we could not get enough pressure to get hot enough water, so thinking an accumulator tank will help with this.
Hi Wonder! We're not thinking that an accumulator tank is going to help your problem. Accumulator tanks are designed to provide consistent pressure (to help reduce pressure fluctuations and to reduce pump cycling)... not necessarily to increase the pressure. It sounds more like it could be a FLOW issue. Either you're not running the water fast enough to get the tankless water heater to kick on fully (?? just guessing, as this is a concern we've had about switching to a tankless heater... since we drizzle water when dry camping to conserve). Or maybe there's enough restriction in the lines to the water heater that the pressure on the hot side isn't the same as on the cold? We'd look at what the pressure rating for your current pump is... and see if maybe replacing it with a newer pump could get you a pressure increase that might solve the problem? But we'd only do that if it works fine when on city water and is only a problem when running the pump.
Love bloopers, sorry, lol
Poor, wet Peter. :-( Thank you for the video! Have a great fall! :-)
Thanks Neal! 😊
Hi there. Nice video.
I have a question on water pump.
Mine is leaking from one of the red wire here are the spect: 2.8 GPM. 12 VOLT. 7.0 MAX Amps. And 45 PSI. I can not find the same pump..witch other ones are compatible to the original one I have? I have 2005 Carriage Cameo LXI
THANK YOU. GOD BLESS
Hi Daniel. Most water pumps are fairly interchangeable. But it’s always easiest to find the same one you have to make a replacement go as easily as possible. We’d suggest inspecting the pump carefully for a manufacturer, model number, or other identifying information. You may need to remove it to see that, or better yet use a small mechanics mirror if you need to see behind it to get the information. Once you have that, you can, Google search on it, or search on Amazon to find an identical replacement, which will make the job much easier.
Hi guys, quick question about the windshield cleaner you use. Are you still using rainx or have you replaced it with invisible glass with rain repellent?
Hi Carolyn! We actually use both. When we want to do a super-duper job of cleaning and treating the windshield, we use Rain-X. When we're feeling a little less ambitious, we use Invisible Glass with Rain Repellent. We end up using the IG about 95% of the time, and probably down to about once a year with the Rain-X! Both work great, but Rain-X lasts longer (and repels rain a bit more) and IG is so easy that we use it every time we do a regular wipe-down of the glass. Can't miss either way!
@@RVgeeks Thanks guys, happy RVing :)
I just replaced mine, after it was all connected, I powered it up, and turned on the water tap hose on the panel there, It would run good then I shut it off, it ran and stopped but it wouldnt turn back on if I opened the tap valve again. I disconnected all hoses, in put and outlet, it ran empty great for a few seconds, I did not leave it running, then hooked up just the inlet, it ran great , turned it off, then back on, ran for a couple seconds then stopped, It continues to do this. It wont stay on if hooked up to the outlet. Any ideas?
Thanks.
Wow, that's a tough one, Clatimer. Could be a failed backflow preventer... or the pressure switch in the pump is bad (unlikely though since it's a new pump). Triple-check that you have the pump installed inline in the correct direction for the water flow, too. Can't think of anything else at the moment... scratching our heads!
You point out 5 gallon per minute pump 'filling up gray tank' but maybe state, you're also using your Potable Water as well. Even though I have 80 gallons on board fresh water storage. that doesn't go far when dry camping The 3.5gpm pump is appreciated simply because of that very reason Great video, had wondered if either of you had taken into account that maybe Water Pump was @low point in that Wet Bay, and the amount of water that would come out when replacing pump. As well as you two obviously care for your Rig, good chance you'll still be in this Motorhome when replacement water pump needs replacing.
Wondering, how is the Solar/Lithium setup working so far for you two? Any issues? Any 'hiccups'? Or smooth sailing?
Thanks, Derek
Hi Derek! We're not sure where in the grand scheme of things the pump sits in the plumbing system (high or low, etc), but we did have the rig perfectly level, so we're guessing a pretty good volume of water was gonna come out no matter what. Our Xantrex lithium battery, and brand new Xantrex solar panels are rockin' it! We'll have lots to share in upcoming videos. 😊
1. Push-fit adapters with O ring seals - spit on your fingers and wipe around the O ring as a lubricant - it should slide home a lot easier.
2. I'd be very tempted to mount the pump 'upside-down' - so the electrical part is above the water part. I'm going to suspect the reason for fail is water getting into the motor.
To start that would be me... " Im Screwed" .... TY for the laugh...
Nice, I like it, showing all. Hehehehe I am screwed O-yes
We have to replace ours. I think there was some water left behind and froze.
Sorry to hear that. 😕
Where's it located at on the RV
Different on every rig! Turn it on, open a faucet, and follow the whirring sound!
Any idea when the RVers airs?
Sure thing, Bill! Details can be found in our most recent blog post: www.thervgeeks.com/the-rvers-tv/announcing-the-rvers-season-two/ and you'll also find links to the show's website and Facebook pages, where you can sign up or follow to be notified about about show updates.
Thanks, got date marked on calendar!!!
I owe you an apology. I laughed madly when you got that impromptu shower. BUt, it was a good laugh, with some sympathy!
No apology needed! I laughed afterward, too! 😂
@@RVgeeks Well, all's well, that ends well!
Been there. :-)) :-))
Plumbing ALWAYS leaks for me.
Can you by-pass the water pump?
Not sure, Tina. But not sure we’d want to. Are you having a problem with it?
I’m screwed! I’m screwed!
What does a $259 pump offer that a $69 one does not?
Longer spray on your hose; more pressure in your shower; less pressure drop when you decide to shower, wash your hands, flush the toilet, and do the dishes all at the same time.
@@Kineth1 Well after some research I now can answer my own question. You are100% correct. This is a variable speed pump with a self regulator. All that allows it to accomplish just what you said. Thanks for the help.
Ah, the best laid plans get wet. 🤣
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