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08-15-2015, 04:49 PM
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Orange hydraulic hoses
Notice a leak under the motorhome. Crawled under and saw fluid on the hoses. The orange hoses are developing bubbles. Coach is 2012 350ts. From reading some posts, Lippert hoses are junk. Does anyone know if Forest River upgraded the orange hoses?
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08-15-2015, 05:03 PM
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There have been a few threads about this problem, the fix has been to go to a auto repair shop or a hydraulic shop with the hoses and have them make new ones.
If you wait for a dealer or Lippert the wait will be long and frustrating.
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08-15-2015, 08:28 PM
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I had one replaced a year ago about 100.00 bucks installed.
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08-15-2015, 08:46 PM
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A Georgetown two units from mine had every orange hose replaced at this years rally. Lippert spent most of the day doing the repairs. His houses were also starting to bubble.
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08-16-2015, 04:52 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Cover Dog
A Georgetown two units from mine had every orange hose replaced at this years rally. Lippert spent most of the day doing the repairs. His houses were also starting to bubble.
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Did they replace them with the same type or a better kind of hose?
Just asking.....
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08-16-2015, 06:24 AM
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I will call Lippert tomorrow and see what happens.
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08-16-2015, 10:52 AM
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Was following the run of the Orange hoses. All wrapped in Ty-wrap, go through cavity under gas tank. The third hose is hidden under the small bedroom slide which appears difficult to get too$$$. They have no real mechanics at dealer where I purchased the coach.
Has anyone had work done at Good Sams. Update tomorrow when I speak to Forest River.
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08-16-2015, 10:08 PM
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1 replaced one myself. Left rear jack. 2 hour job, including a trip to the local hydraulic shop.
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08-17-2015, 07:59 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Ford Idaho
Did they replace them with the same type or a better kind of hose?
Just asking.....
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Don't know if they were different or the same, but they were orange.
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08-18-2015, 11:08 AM
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Heard back from Forest River rep today. Explained my situation and he was a nice gentleman. He is going to send me 3 orange hoses, but no labor cost. He said," They were an upgrade from the previous hoses. ". I am ok with the no labor. I rather install them myself.
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08-24-2015, 07:36 PM
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I notice the orange hydraulic hoses on our 2011 378 are dripping all along their length. These are Lippert hoses which replaced the originals in 2012. Originals bubbled, these have not. Not sure whether this problem is likely to get a lot worse or not. Does not seem to be a leaking fitting. Overall, not happy. This unit seems to be continual problem child.
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08-25-2015, 06:44 AM
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When I receive the new hoses, will see what grade they are. I am sure many Georgetowns are leaking and owners are not aware.
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09-09-2015, 12:39 PM
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The hoses came in yesterday. Rated at 3000psig. I believe that is an upgrade from the originals. They are cut to length with new fittings. Nice job FR. Now the fun begins.
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09-09-2015, 12:50 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Coach 350
The hoses came in yesterday. Rated at 3000psig. I believe that is an upgrade from the originals. They are cut to length with new fittings. Nice job FR. Now the fun begins.
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Best advice is take your time purging the system. It is best done stroking slides and jacks both directions. Trick is to baby the pump motor with lots of rest time. Do not let it get hot and trip out! It may be too late. Located right under the steps, easy to monitor. Also watch oil level during puurge.
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09-09-2015, 04:06 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Coach 350
The hoses came in yesterday. Rated at 3000psig. I believe that is an upgrade from the originals. They are cut to length with new fittings. Nice job FR. Now the fun begins.
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Coach, If I may ask would mind sharing your contact name and phone number?
Thanks
Anthony
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09-09-2015, 04:12 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by awwall
Coach, If I may ask would mind sharing your contact name and phone number?
Thanks
Anthony
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Send me your email
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09-09-2015, 06:21 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by VinceU
Best advice is take your time purging the system. It is best done stroking slides and jacks both directions. Trick is to baby the pump motor with lots of rest time. Do not let it get hot and trip out! It may be too late. Located right under the steps, easy to monitor. Also watch oil level during puurge.
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Thanks for the tip!!
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