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07-05-2016, 11:59 AM
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Junior Member
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FR-1 water filter
Has anyone had leakage problems with their water filter? Ours was tightly screwed in (using the tool provided) and dropped off the cap causing flooding. Has anyone else had this happen to them?
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07-05-2016, 12:14 PM
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Give this a try. Lots people!
Let me google that for you
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2018 Heartland Landmark 365 Louisville 5th Wheel
2015 Heartland Bighorn 5th Wheel
2013 FR Rockwood 8289WS 5th Wheel
2012 FR Rockwood 2703 SS Travel Trailer
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07-05-2016, 12:25 PM
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Senior Member
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Pull the filter assembly out and throw it away. It will, at best, just leak. A lot of these are blowing apart and flooding everything. Not to mention the filter replacements cost way too much.
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07-05-2016, 12:32 PM
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I had to undo the glass filter container while it was fully charged to put the water filter in luckily I remembered to unscrew the drain cap in the bottom compartment when the water went everywhere
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Having fun in our Forester Gump (2015 3051S forester)
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07-05-2016, 01:00 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by B and B
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I read this thread not because I have a leak at my filter, but I was trying to lock away some knowledge in case I ever did have a leak.
But now I am confused by the intent of this reply and the attached link. When I clicked the link, it took me to Google web site. Are you implying I should trust the responses in Google more than the responses of FRF members?
Thanks for the question and helpful replies.
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07-05-2016, 05:49 PM
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Senior Member
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Location: Texas
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Quote:
Originally Posted by magpie15
Has anyone had leakage problems with their water filter? Ours was tightly screwed in (using the tool provided) and dropped off the cap causing flooding. Has anyone else had this happen to them?
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No leaks but I removed it from under the counter where it was hard to get at and moved it outside. I hook it up when I get to the campground. When I purchased our RV, 12/13, the dealer gave us an extra six filters. When those are gone so will the entire assembly be gone, a HD type will be used. Three down three to go.
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Joe & Beverly
2014 Ram 2500 CTD, CC, SB
2014 8289WS lifted
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07-05-2016, 10:08 PM
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If you do a search in this forum, there is no shortage of people who have experienced leaks, many have had major leaks that have caused a lot of damage, caused by the canister completely letting go. Many of us have totally removed the filter and placed a filter outside.
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07-06-2016, 06:33 AM
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Senior Member
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Did you try putting plumbing tape around the thread
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07-06-2016, 06:43 AM
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Phat Phrog Stunt Team
Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: Iowa
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FR-1 water filter
If you tightened it tight with tool that was your problem!
You tighten it by hand and line up the arrow!
This one shows over tightened.
2015 Columbus 320RS
2008 2500HD Duramax
2015 nights camped "34"
2016 nights camped "10"
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07-07-2016, 02:34 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2015
Location: Somewhere in the Ozarks...
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Quote:
Originally Posted by magpie15
Has anyone had leakage problems with their water filter? Ours was tightly screwed in (using the tool provided) and dropped off the cap causing flooding. Has anyone else had this happen to them?
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Yes, I have. Twice. Doesn't take me long to figure things out...
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2014 RAM CTD 6.7 Tradesman 4WD Auto Crew Cab Long Bed
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07-07-2016, 10:35 AM
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Site Team
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Location: Northen IL
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Quote:
Originally Posted by tkarper14
I read this thread not because I have a leak at my filter, but I was trying to lock away some knowledge in case I ever did have a leak.
But now I am confused by the intent of this reply and the attached link. When I clicked the link, it took me to Google web site. Are you implying I should trust the responses in Google more than the responses of FRF members?
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Actually, the link includes responses from FRF. Although it's much easier to just use the built-in search function at the top of the page. This is a pretty common question/problem.
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07-07-2016, 11:32 AM
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Phat Phrog Stunt Team
Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: Iowa
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You'll not have any issues with this filter and housing as long as you use it correctly.
2015 Columbus 320RS
2008 2500HD Duramax
2015 nights camped "34"
2016 nights camped "10"
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07-09-2016, 02:08 AM
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Senior Member
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Location: Georgetown, Texas
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X2 with TURBS response. I have heard a lot of complaining about this filter system. I will agree it is different from the waterpur in our 09 Cardinal but I am just careful removing and tighten.
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07-09-2016, 09:25 AM
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Phat Phrog Stunt Team
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Quote:
Originally Posted by 97flhtcui
X2 with TURBS response. I have heard a lot of complaining about this filter system. I will agree it is different from the waterpur in our 09 Cardinal but I am just careful removing and tighten.
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If done right water filter canister should screw off by hand or very little effort from the wrench
2015 Columbus 320RS
2008 2500HD Duramax
2015 nights camped "34"
2016 nights camped "14"
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07-09-2016, 10:00 AM
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#15
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Senior Member
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Quote:
Originally Posted by tkarper14
I read this thread not because I have a leak at my filter, but I was trying to lock away some knowledge in case I ever did have a leak.
But now I am confused by the intent of this reply and the attached link. When I clicked the link, it took me to Google web site. Are you implying I should trust the responses in Google more than the responses of FRF members?
Thanks for the question and helpful replies.
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This is the easiest way to provide all the links to water filter questions and good answers on the FRF.
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B and B
2022 Venture RV SportTrek STT 302 VRB Travel Trailer
2018 Heartland Landmark 365 Louisville 5th Wheel
2015 Heartland Bighorn 5th Wheel
2013 FR Rockwood 8289WS 5th Wheel
2012 FR Rockwood 2703 SS Travel Trailer
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07-09-2016, 10:02 AM
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Senior Member
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BillyBass
Did you try putting plumbing tape around the thread
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The plumbing tape would prevent proper tightness. The O ring will seal just fine.
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2022 Venture RV SportTrek STT 302 VRB Travel Trailer
2018 Heartland Landmark 365 Louisville 5th Wheel
2015 Heartland Bighorn 5th Wheel
2013 FR Rockwood 8289WS 5th Wheel
2012 FR Rockwood 2703 SS Travel Trailer
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07-09-2016, 06:48 PM
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Senior Member
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Quote:
Originally Posted by B and B
The plumbing tape would prevent proper tightness. The O ring will seal just fine.
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Agreed. No need to use plumbers tape. Plastic to plastic- no tape.
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2014 RAM CTD 6.7 Tradesman 4WD Auto Crew Cab Long Bed
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07-09-2016, 07:05 PM
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Senior Member
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The sealing is done by the o-ring, try cleaning the mating surfaces for the o-ring and apply a light coat of fauset grease to the o-ring
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07-09-2016, 07:48 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: May 2015
Location: USA
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Mine works great had it for 3 years. The key is not to over tighten, and do not us the wrench to tighten. Hand tight to snug only.
2014 cedar creek 36ckts
2014 Chevy 3500 1 ton crew cab 4x4 long bed.
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07-09-2016, 08:10 PM
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Phat Phrog Stunt Team
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Location: Iowa
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Quote:
Originally Posted by cfiowa
Mine works great had it for 3 years. The key is not to over tighten, and do not us the wrench to tighten. Hand tight to snug only.
2014 cedar creek 36ckts
2014 Chevy 3500 1 ton crew cab 4x4 long bed.
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I pretty much agree.
2015 Columbus 320RS
2008 2500HD Duramax
2015 nights camped "34"
2016 nights camped "14"
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