Leveling Valve Muffler

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Leveling Valve Muffler

April 15, 2014, 11:20:40 am

I remember seeing a link for a replacement muffler that goes on the leveling valves but now I can't find it. I did several searches with no luck.
Any help would be appreciated.

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Reply #1 – April 15, 2014, 12:10:00 pm

You could make your own levelling mufflers from an 4" section of an old bicycle inner tube, staple the bottom partially shut ands attach it with a cable tie.

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Reply #2 – April 15, 2014, 12:17:15 pm

What would that sound like?

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Reply #3 – April 15, 2014, 12:41:53 pm

It is available at NAPA and is Haldex. About $7.50 each IIRC. I'll hunt for the part number....

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Reply #4 – April 15, 2014, 12:44:34 pm

Found it! http://epi.hbsna.com/products/product.asp?msi=0&sid=BB223C91F3E241C6BDA9DDA8640D31B1&pf_id=RN10JE&dept_id=570

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Reply #5 – April 15, 2014, 01:03:45 pm

That exhaust cover kit is not for the engine exhaust it is for the height adjuster exhaust thingys on the leveling system.

Roland

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Reply #6 – April 15, 2014, 01:11:25 pm

The bicycle type covers don't seem to be any louder than originals. At least it isn't objectionable.

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Reply #7 – April 15, 2014, 02:15:41 pm

got it...thanks all

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Reply #8 – April 15, 2014, 03:36:11 pm

I used crutch or chair leg tips. I drilled about five holes in the tip. I put some cotton from pill bottles inside the tip and then crammed the tip onto the valve. That solution has been working just fine.

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Reply #9 – April 15, 2014, 05:12:06 pm

I made my covers out of Washing machine drain hose, cut it off, screwed the end shut, stuffed in coarse steel wool, zip tied it to outlet on Valve.
Gary B

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Reply #10 – April 16, 2014, 08:03:28 am

I have no idea what this post is about. Someone educate me please.

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Reply #11 – April 16, 2014, 08:05:53 am

The exhaust on the height control valves have a filter to prevent dirt intrusion. With time the filter disintegrates and must be replaced.

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Reply #12 – April 16, 2014, 10:06:58 am

Two of my 3 are missing. Probably came off on our recent trip to BBNP because I noticed the increased sound (exhausting air) each time my HWH would re-level the coach. That is kind of annoying at times, plus without them road dirt could get into the valves. I think I will try and used a little dab of silicon to help hold them on at least until the rubber deteriorates again.

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Reply #13 – April 16, 2014, 11:28:10 am

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I have no idea what this post is about. Someone educate me please.

They are talking about the covers on the ride height valves, they prevent debris from getting in to them as well as provide some muffling of the air sound.

http://epi.hbsna.com/products/product.asp?msi=0&sid=BB223C91F3E241C6BDA9DDA8640D31B1&pf_id=RN10JE&dept_id=570

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Reply #14 – April 16, 2014, 12:58:57 pm

Quote from: Falconguy – April 16, 2014, 08:03:28 am

I have no idea what this post is about. Someone educate me please.

To add to Steve's comment, you have 3 of them on your 2002. One up front and one on each side of the rear. If you go over a bouncy road area slowly, and yours are deteriorated, you will hear a "Shussh" sound at each dip of the wheels...along with a similar sound as the coach rebounds. I replaced mine this summer and all three were in some stage of destruction. A pain to stretch them back on, but not a lengthy job, nor a really hard one.

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Reply #15 – April 16, 2014, 01:17:39 pm

If the black rubber 'cap' falls off, which it often does, dirt & water can get into the bottom exhaust vent of the ride height valves, which can damage valve. Everyone should check their valves, because Meritor made the caps with a rubber compound that deteriorates and falls apart, eventually falling off. Don't know if the replacement caps are better constructed. There a dozens of ways to make home-made permanent covers for the exhaust port. Ride Height Valve Cover Replacement

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Reply #16 – April 16, 2014, 03:15:06 pm

NAPA carries these as well.

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Reply #17 – April 17, 2014, 07:12:02 am

The trick with the rubber covers is to turn them inside out before installing, then roll them on.

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Reply #18 – April 18, 2014, 10:35:36 am

Got the replacements and installed them. Leveling is now much quieter. Thanks for the tip about putting them on, it really helped.

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Reply #19 – May 05, 2014, 10:04:07 am

I got my replacement covers at NAPA. Part No. RN10JE.

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