R-pod Owners Forum : Help! Water leak

R-pod Owners Forum : Help! Water leak https://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Podmods, Maintenance, Tips and Tricks : Help! Water leak Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Tue, 27 Oct 2026 05:45:09 +0000 Sun, 24 Apr 2022 18:26:23 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 https://www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=15222 R-pod Owners Forum https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.rpod-owners.com/ Help! Water leak : With a full tank, I ran the pump... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147847#147847 Author: richardd
Subject: 15222
Posted: 24 Apr 2022 at 6:26pm

With a full tank, I ran the pump and let it cycle. It worked fine. Like you say, it should have flushed the check valve. It looks like it should stop dripping eventually.]]> Sun, 24 Apr 2022 18:26:23 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147847#147847 Help! Water leak : Okay. As the sag in the tank flattens,... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147845#147845 Author: StephenH
Subject: 15222
Posted: 24 Apr 2022 at 6:05pm

Okay. As the sag in the tank flattens, you will get water dripping. The only other possibility is that the city water connection is seeping through the check valve in the water pump. If you put the cap back on and your tank fills, that will verify that it is a check valve issue. The way to resolve is to have enough water in the tank to run the pump. Let it cycle several times and whatever is in the check valve should be flushed out. Even so, you might still have water dripping unless you tilt the RPod and get more water out of the drain so that it is not high enough to be at the level of the drain.]]> Sun, 24 Apr 2022 18:05:53 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147845#147845 Help! Water leak : I apologize if I have been unclear.... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147843#147843 Author: richardd
Subject: 15222
Posted: 24 Apr 2022 at 11:03am

I apologize if I have been unclear. It continues to drop leak from the fresh water tank drain. The screw on cap is removed. It's coming from inside the tank. I drained it 2 days ago. The city water connection is getting water with a new regulator/guage. The fresh water tank remains slightly bowed at the bottom, not flat, though empty.]]> Sun, 24 Apr 2022 11:03:30 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147843#147843 Help! Water leak : Originally posted by richarddI... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147842#147842 Author: StephenH
Subject: 15222
Posted: 24 Apr 2022 at 8:48am

Originally posted by richardd

I just replaced the Anode rod. I noticed the water tank drain is still leaking. I took the cap off yesterday. Maybe it takes awhile, but shouldn't that stop leaking?

Okay. Perhaps I am misunderstanding you. Which tank drain is leaking? Is it the fresh water tank, the water heater tank, or something else?]]> Sun, 24 Apr 2022 08:48:49 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147842#147842 Help! Water leak : Originally posted by richarddI... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147841#147841 Author: jato
Subject: 15222
Posted: 23 Apr 2022 at 8:30pm

If the leak/drip is at the 1 1/16" plug a wrap or two of teflon tape on the threads will eliminate that problem.

]]> Sat, 23 Apr 2022 20:30:49 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147841#147841 Help! Water leak : Are you talking steady stream... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147840#147840 Author: StephenH
Subject: 15222
Posted: 23 Apr 2022 at 4:25pm

Are you talking steady stream or occasional drip? The tank when filled will sag. As the weight of the water is removed, the tank bottom will flatten out. This is not immediate. As it flattens, it will allow water that was trapped in the sagging area to reach the drain. That could be it.]]> Sat, 23 Apr 2022 16:25:48 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147840#147840 Help! Water leak : I just replaced the Anode rod.... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147839#147839 Author: richardd
Subject: 15222
Posted: 23 Apr 2022 at 1:25pm

I just replaced the Anode rod. I noticed the water tank drain is still leaking. I took the cap off yesterday. Maybe it takes awhile, but shouldn't that stop leaking?]]> Sat, 23 Apr 2022 13:25:20 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147839#147839 Help! Water leak : I use that taste pure as well.... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147837#147837 Author: mjlrpod
Subject: 15222
Posted: 23 Apr 2022 at 10:25am

I use that taste pure as well. I've used it for a2 or 3 years. I also buy it from walmart. I don't drink the f/w tank water, but I don't want to use unsafe water. Occasionally we are not hooked up to city water, and use it to wash, or brush teeth. I want to be sure it's clean. ]]> Sat, 23 Apr 2022 10:25:15 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147837#147837 Help! Water leak : I found it at our local Walmart... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147836#147836 Author: StephenH
Subject: 15222
Posted: 23 Apr 2022 at 9:03am

I found it at our local Walmart in the area with other RV accessories. I use it every time I fill up at the proportion specified and yes, it does have a bit of a chlorine taste which can be taken care of with a Brita or other filter if desired. I just want to make sure the water is safe to drink so I am willing to put up with it. I took US Army field sanitation training and we had to be able to make sure the water we drank was safe. I just apply that to the RPod fresh water tank.]]> Sat, 23 Apr 2022 09:03:11 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147836#147836 Help! Water leak : Also do you use the freshener... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147835#147835 Author: JR
Subject: 15222
Posted: 23 Apr 2022 at 8:33am

Also do you use the freshener every time you fill the fresh water tank throughout the season or just a couple of times during the year?]]> Sat, 23 Apr 2022 08:33:10 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147835#147835 Help! Water leak : Where did you purchase the Camco... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147834#147834 Author: jato
Subject: 15222
Posted: 23 Apr 2022 at 8:23am

Where did you purchase the Camco product? Local hardware store? Sounds interesting as we never sanitized for the first 5 years of ownership (we do use for drinking as well but never got sick) but since then have used the bleach method and then gone through the process of white vinegar, baking soda, and lemon juice to rid the lines of the smell and taste of bleach. Thanks as this method would be a lot simpler. Does this product leave a noticeable after taste or smell in the lines?
]]> Sat, 23 Apr 2022 08:23:18 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147834#147834 Help! Water leak : I sanitize the tank when I de-winterize.... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147833#147833 Author: StephenH
Subject: 15222
Posted: 23 Apr 2022 at 7:41am

I sanitize the tank when I de-winterize. I have no problems using water from the tank. I fill with fresh water and put in the appropriate amount of Camco Tastepure Drinking Water Freshener. It is essentially bleach, but made for drinking water, so it keeps the water in the tank safe to drink. Since it is made for that purpose, I am pretty sure it does not have any added ingredients that could be harmful. That is not necessarily the case with laundry bleach. We've been doing this since we bought the trailer in 2015 and have had no problems using the water for drinking, cooking, and washing/showering.]]> Sat, 23 Apr 2022 07:41:46 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147833#147833 Help! Water leak : This is a good video about the... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147832#147832 Author: richardd
Subject: 15222
Posted: 22 Apr 2022 at 5:48pm

This is a good video about the water pump...https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aL_3kz7y2zM

I did what it says and it seemed to work. My filter was upside down, the place for the allen key was a little tricky, but turning it 1/4 turn counter clockwise seemed to cure it's hiccups. Also, I put in a water regulator (with guage) and a water cut off. I used what was in the tank and drained the little that was left. Tomorrow I'll see if it still leaks from the tank. Now I plan to replace the Anode rod.]]> Fri, 22 Apr 2022 17:48:50 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147832#147832 Help! Water leak : Good advice. I only consume bottled... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147796#147796 Author: richardd
Subject: 15222
Posted: 18 Apr 2022 at 9:27pm

Good advice. I only consume bottled water. Thanks again]]> Mon, 18 Apr 2022 21:27:46 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147796#147796 Help! Water leak : Hey guy, glad you found out about... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147795#147795 Author: SC for Huskers
Subject: 15222
Posted: 18 Apr 2022 at 8:58pm

Hey guy, glad you found out about how to get the pump turned on. Just for giggles, i wouldnt drink that tank water without boiling it. I use city water and bottle water to drink.

Good Luck

]]> Mon, 18 Apr 2022 20:58:39 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147795#147795 Help! Water leak : I watched a Youtube video and... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147794#147794 Author: richardd
Subject: 15222
Posted: 18 Apr 2022 at 8:47pm

I watched a Youtube video and realized it is an "on demand" system. I was thinking something was wrong, but the pump only comes on when water is turned on. After I use all the water in the fresh water tank, I will see if I still have a leak from the tank. I did find the screw on cap has a crack. I'll replace it. Thanks for all the help and making this a great site.]]> Mon, 18 Apr 2022 20:47:44 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147794#147794 Help! Water leak : If a fuse was bad or not connected... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147789#147789 Author: jato
Subject: 15222
Posted: 18 Apr 2022 at 6:44pm

If a fuse was bad or not connected into the spade connectors properly a red light would be on next to the faulty fuse. If lines are pressurized the pump will turn off, so when you turned the pump on and it went off soon thereafter, did you have a line or two open? Open both the H and C while turning the pump on - will it turn on then? One time I took a screwdriver when another podder had this issue, and using the handle of the screwdriver gave a few good raps on the housing of the pump and it turned on. Simple fix - that individual had never used the pump, always camped where they could plug into a water supply. Maybe you will encounter the same?
]]> Mon, 18 Apr 2022 18:44:29 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147789#147789 Help! Water leak : I checked the connections, the... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147788#147788 Author: richardd
Subject: 15222
Posted: 18 Apr 2022 at 6:21pm

I checked the connections, the switch, and the only 10v fuse in the box and all look good.]]> Mon, 18 Apr 2022 18:21:27 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147788#147788 Help! Water leak : I don't know how to use a... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147786#147786 Author: richardd
Subject: 15222
Posted: 18 Apr 2022 at 5:46pm

I don't know how to use a voltmeter. Do you know which fuse is for the pump? I suspect the source of the leak, which was only a drop every couple seconds from inside the tank with the cap off, could be as I was told in previous posts. the water pump valve sticking. So I'm trying to do what was suggested to clear it up. But the pump won't run.]]> Mon, 18 Apr 2022 17:46:18 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147786#147786 Help! Water leak : Did you use a voltmeter or similar... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147785#147785 Author: jato
Subject: 15222
Posted: 18 Apr 2022 at 5:36pm

Did you use a voltmeter or similar to double check that the fuse for the pump is ok; that you have continuity? Also have you found the source of the leak from your original post? If the fuse is ok then you may have a loose wire going from the pump, check your 2 wire nut connections.

]]> Mon, 18 Apr 2022 17:36:35 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147785#147785 Help! Water leak : I filled the tank. When I flipped... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147781#147781 Author: richardd
Subject: 15222
Posted: 18 Apr 2022 at 5:28pm

I filled the tank. When I flipped the water pump switch, a quick sound, then nothing. I looked at the water pump, it's dry. I've never used it, it's like new. Noticed it said use 10AMP fuse on top of water pump. I couldn't find a fuse other than in the panel, and none are blown there. ??]]> Mon, 18 Apr 2022 17:28:24 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147781#147781 Help! Water leak : Originally posted by richarddHelp!... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147765#147765 Author: StephenH
Subject: 15222
Posted: 16 Apr 2022 at 10:27pm

Originally posted by richardd

Help! I found a water leak on the floor of my 2016 R-pod 171. I was hooked up to a house hose. I've never used the fill tank but I took the drain plug cap off and a lot of water came out. Turned the water back on and that worked. Maybe the previous owner had left water in the tank. So I left the plug cap off and overnight it's still dripping slowly. Is that normal? Or is the shoreline hookup leaking somehow into the tank? I don't where to look for a possible leak.

Multiple possibilities, but it is likely that the water in the tank comes through the check valve in the pump. Sometimes, a bit of something gets stuck in it and it allows water from the city water connection to flow into the tank. Now, a slow drip could be that the bottom of the tank is flattening out as the water pressure is no longer pushing it down. It can drip for quite a while.

Now, water inside is a different issue. Check the tightness of all the drain connections. I had a problem there when we first got ours and found that the kitchen sink drain had not been properly tightened. Then check the connections for all faucets and the toilets. Unless something mechanically punctured one of the water lines (like an errant staple), they should not leak. You are using a pressure limiter I hope. If not, you should be. Pressure should not exceed about 50 PSI.

]]> Sat, 16 Apr 2022 22:27:45 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147765#147765 Help! Water leak : Tom, Do you have a link for that... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147764#147764 Author: richardd
Subject: 15222
Posted: 16 Apr 2022 at 9:35pm

Tom, Do you have a link for that Youtube video? Did he have the same problem?]]> Sat, 16 Apr 2022 21:35:56 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147764#147764 Help! Water leak : Thanks Rosie, I see you're... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147763#147763 Author: richardd
Subject: 15222
Posted: 16 Apr 2022 at 9:31pm

Thanks Rosie, I see you're in beautiful Bend, Or. I've never been, but my Dad used to say it was the most beautiful place he ever saw. Thanks for the tip. I'll give it a try. Happy Easter!

Richard]]> Sat, 16 Apr 2022 21:31:35 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147763#147763 Help! Water leak : Thanks Tom, I see you're... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147762#147762 Author: richardd
Subject: 15222
Posted: 16 Apr 2022 at 9:27pm

Thanks Tom, I see you're in Goose Creek. I'm in Summerville. Happy Easter!]]> Sat, 16 Apr 2022 21:27:43 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147762#147762 Help! Water leak : Our 2016 178 has 1/2" NPT... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147760#147760 Author: Rosie
Subject: 15222
Posted: 16 Apr 2022 at 7:13pm

Our 2016 178 has 1/2" NPT plug on the fresh water tank drain. I suspect if the tank did not have water in it when you bought it it could be a stuck check valve in the water pump. This will cause the fresh water tank to fill when hooked up to city water. Potential cure is to cycle the pump several times to basically reseat the check valve in the pump. This should stop the fresh water tank from adding water when connected to city water. On a side note, our low point drains also have 1/2" NPT plugs, not straight thread that would require an oring.
]]> Sat, 16 Apr 2022 19:13:22 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147760#147760 Help! Water leak : There has to be a check valve... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147756#147756 Author: SC for Huskers
Subject: 15222
Posted: 16 Apr 2022 at 6:15pm

There has to be a check valve of some kind between the tank and fresh water feeding the whole system. My guess is it may be leaking. I would leave the drain cap off until you find that valve. I have never looked but would think it would be near the pump. Video on youtube says to fill the tank, run pump for 10 min, and that fixed his.

Good Luck

]]> Sat, 16 Apr 2022 18:15:08 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147756#147756 Help! Water leak : I think you misunderstand me.... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147755#147755 Author: richardd
Subject: 15222
Posted: 16 Apr 2022 at 5:38pm

I think you misunderstand me. My low point drain cap(on the fresh water tank) doesn't have an o-ring or rubber washer. It's just a screw on cap. But that's not the problem. With the cap removed, the leak is coming out of the water tank where it was removed.]]> Sat, 16 Apr 2022 17:38:17 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147755#147755 Help! Water leak : Should have no leak, no drops,... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147754#147754 Author: jato
Subject: 15222
Posted: 16 Apr 2022 at 4:43pm

Should have no leak, no drops, nothing. The low point drain caps either have an o-ring or rubber washer that is either dried out, distorted, or cracked and needs to be replaced. Go take the part with you to a hardware store and get the part replaced. Are you located where it never freezes I hope because if you do, there may be more 'leaks' in store in the future. Sounds like maybe not as you stated you have no other leaks - - that is a good sign.

May you have a blessed Resurrection day as well !

]]> Sat, 16 Apr 2022 16:43:16 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147754#147754 Help! Water leak : The leak was small, on the opposide... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147751#147751 Author: richardd
Subject: 15222
Posted: 16 Apr 2022 at 2:55pm

The leak was small, on the opposide side of the shower. It's not the shower. It was just under the drawers. When I drained the fresh water tank it went away.I think the tank was full. I had never used it, thinking the city water hose connection bypassed it. But the previous owners could have left water in it. I left the cap off the fresh water tank low drain and it's barely leaking, only out of the low drain on the water tank. Only a drop every couple seconds. I don't know if that is normal or not, but it is something I can live with if I have to because it's not leaking elsewhere. I have a water pressure regulator, and have ordered the kind with the adjustible gauge. The hot water tank area is dry.

Thanks for responding, have a blessed Easter!
Richard]]> Sat, 16 Apr 2022 14:55:58 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15222&PID=147751#147751