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06-08-2013, 09:15 PM
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Water leaking inbetween wall
On our most recent weekend trip, we decided to use the shower to fill the toilet (we had to replace the shower attachment due to that was previously leaking) and my hubby yelled for me to turn it off. He said that there was water running down from between the wall. This only happens when the tub/shower faucets are turned on. This weekend he opened up the area surrounding the faucet (have to remove the caulking and screws and panels) and found what appears to be a gray 1/2" weird shaped gasket looking like it is cracked on one end. It is where the hose connects to the hot & cold faucet. Does this sound familiar to anyone? If so where did you find the replacement gasket?
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06-09-2013, 08:22 AM
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Sounds like the previous owners forgot to drain the showers (inside and outside) during cold weather. A freeze break here is not uncommon, and not a big deal to fix. The only hard part is getting access to the plumbing in that area, and you've already done that.
All the plumbing parts - pipes, connectors, nuts, washers, etc - are standard-issue hardware store items. If you are not familiar with the plumbing here, you might take a couple well-focused detailed pictures of the break area, print them out, and take them to the store with you. Try to put something in the picture that will show the scale of things - a coin or a ruler is a good choice. If you can find a real hardware store (as opposed to a big box store), so much the better. The salesman will know more. But even if you can't find a knowledgable salesman, the pics may allow you to find what you need on your own.
If you could post the pics here, we might be better able to help you, too. A "weird shaped gasket thing" isn't bringing a picture into my mind.
Bill
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07-09-2013, 01:32 PM
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My husband was able to find a replacement for the 'weird' shaped gray gaskets via work however when replacing them the actual faucet gasket died so we ordered a new faucet from CW this past weekend. Hope all goes well once installed. I would like to use the hose for filling up the toilet and washing feet in the evenings before bed. tick tock tick tock .... waiting for the delivery to arrive
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07-09-2013, 01:40 PM
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We also found out there was a leak there after we purchased our new-to-us TM from a previous owner. We purchased a new faucet from a camping supply company and found we needed to cut the threads a bit to make it fit into the space, but other than that no other problems. We just make sure we blow out the water lines before we close it up for the winter and so far, no problems.
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07-19-2013, 11:38 PM
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Trying to solve the problem in advance ...
If I want to wrap the water pipe to the bath/shower in heater tape, for cold camping, will I need to remove the tub to get access, or is the whole idea of heating these pipes impossible?
If that's REALLY difficult, I can also imagine draining the bath/shower end of the water system by installing shut-off valves at some point before the the hot and cold pipes become freeze-prone, draining each night where it will get too cold, and then re-filling the system in the warmer daytime (morning, maybe noon).
Which way to go?
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07-20-2013, 05:06 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by rickst29
If I want to wrap the water pipe to the bath/shower in heater tape, for cold camping, will I need to remove the tub to get access, or is the whole idea of heating these pipes impossible?
If that's REALLY difficult, I can also imagine draining the bath/shower end of the water system by installing shut-off valves at some point before the the hot and cold pipes become freeze-prone, draining each night where it will get too cold, and then re-filling the system in the warmer daytime (morning, maybe noon).
Which way to go?
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On my 3124 and 3326, the tub plumbing is accessible through an access plate in the rear storage area. You can also remove the outside shower.
If I understand your question, you suggest adding shutoff valves inside the trailer somewhere, then draining some of the plumbing? This will only work if you add an air vent valve after the shut offs. Without it the water won't drain. Seems easier to drain the trailer using the existing system and refilling if it is a concern.
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