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HWH level system out of adjustment - RV-EZ-Level fix

We use RV-EZ-Level to peak our automatic HWH level if needed.  This is an electronic level that measures both axis at the same time and has lights to show which are low.  It is very easy to use.

This is also a good 'emergency' tool to use temporarily if the HWH automatic level is not working, but the manual level buttons still work.

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Re: HWH level system out of adjustment - RV-EZ-Level fix

Reply #1 –
I 2nd the RV-EZ-Level. We bought one on Barry's recommendation and are happy with it.

I like to keep the coach at it's maximum height. The gray/black tanks seem to drain much better when there is a larger height differential between the bottom of the tanks and the top of the sewer drain. When we park I get out the EZ-Level raise the coach then lower where necessary to get level. Very fast very easy. (the leveling not the raising :) ) I rarely use the automatic leveling anymore.

I paid $35 for a like new used one off of ebay. The Amazon price of $37.32 with shipping looks pretty good.

see ya
ken
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Re: HWH level system out of adjustment - RV-EZ-Level fix

Reply #2 –
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This is also a good 'emergency' tool to use temporarily if the HWH automatic level is not working, but the manual level buttons still work.
Barry, I must be missing the obvious. How is this an improvement over the HWH indicator lights? I like to level manually to keep it high and just go by the HWH indicators. Thanks.
jor
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Reply #3 –
I initially leveled our coach with a 6' level and a 3' level on the coach floor. After working all the HWH controls to attain bubble on center I then mounted a small single square level with the bubble dead center, on the driver's left window sill. Very easy to check after letting the HWH system do its thing. Final check is if the bathroom door stays wherever we stop it in its swing.
Nitehawk,  Demolition Lady, & our NEW master, Zippy the speeding BB cat.
1989 Grand Villa 36' ORED
Oshkosh chassis, 8.2 DD V8
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Reply #4 –
Reply to Jor:

All level systems like HWH or RV-EZ-Level have a tolerance where over several inches it shows as level. Sometimes after automatic HWH leveling, our shower door will stay open, sometimes it will slowly close or open, indicating that there is no exact place that is level.  After and automatic HWH leveling operation, put your HWH in manual mode and see how much you can raise or lower each of the 4 positions and still keep the HWH level lights on, to see the tolerance the system has. We find RV-EZ-Level has a closer tolerance and find it easier to use than keeping the shower door from moving.

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Reply #5 –
Quote from: Barry & Cindy –
Reply to Jor:

All level systems like HWH or RV-EZ-Level have a tolerance where over several inches it shows as level. Sometimes after automatic HWH leveling, our shower door will stay open, sometimes it will slowly close or open, indicating that there is no exact place that is level.  After and automatic HWH leveling operation, put your HWH in manual mode and see how much you can raise or lower each of the 4 positions and still keep the HWH level lights on, to see the tolerance the system has. We find RV-EZ-Level has a closer tolerance and find it easier to use than keeping the shower door from moving.
I never really understood why you would want to buy a RV-EZ-Level when a simple bubble level would do the same thing.
Is the RV-EZ-Level more sensitive (i.e. accurate) than your average bubble level too?
John Fitzgerald
1991 U300 (SAI) Side Aisle Island Bed 40'
Detroit 6V92 with Allison Retarder
Meridian (Boise), Idaho

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Reply #6 –
@John My findings are similar to Barry's. The RV-EZ-Level has closer tolerances than the HWH but is not as accurate as a good bubble level. The advantage the EZ-Level has is that you can place it on the floor in the middle of the coach and view it from the HWH panel as you are leveling the coach. Not so much with a bubble level.

If the HWH is good enough (automatic or manual) for you use it. The EZ-Level is just a handy accessory for some of us.

see ya
ken
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🍺1992 U300 GrandVilla WTBI #4150 FOT FBP 2011
✨6V-92TA DDEC Parlor Coach 350HP Series 92
🏁2011 Nissan XTerra Pro-4X

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Reply #7 –
I use a clinometer app for my smartphone.
Clinometer (+bubble-level) - Android Apps on Google Play

Much like a round bubble level. Available for iPhone and Android

HTH
Elliott & Mary Bray
ex. 1996 36' U295 - Build 4879
ex. 2018 Coachmen Leprechaun 319MB
 

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Reply #8 –
RV EZ Level is the same as two bubble levels with lights. This is the age of technology, why use analog when digital can do it ???

Besides you can see the lights from far even without your glasses on.

Re: HWH level system out of adjustment - RV-EZ-Level fix

Reply #9 –
I just use my iPhone if I need to check but I did go to the electronic HWH instead of the spider arms. It is  Much faster and I am always level.
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Reply #10 –
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put your HWH in manual mode and see how much you can raise or lower each of the 4 positions and still keep the HWH level lights on
Now that you mention it, I have noticed that as well as the door swing. Thanks.
jor
93 225
95 300
97 270
99 320

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Reply #11 –
Similar app on iPhone, works great if HWH needs to be "fine tuned " (seldom BTW)
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Re: HWH level system out of adjustment - RV-EZ-Level fix

Reply #12 –
I use a pair of bubble levels installed by the previous owner in the driver's area. I've checked them with other levels placed in various locations in the coach. They are very representative of the attitude of the coach.

The automatic leveling is sufficient, but I often tweak the system with the manual controls.
J D Stevens
1997 U295 CAI 36' Build #5085
2002 Subaru Outback
Motorcade 16869
Bellville, TX

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Reply #13 –
News flash:

If you have an IPhone, and you do the newest 7. upgrade, the included compass has a new feature, a Level.  Did the upgrade this morning, and actually read and understood some of all the way too many features of the upgrade.  But bubble level was mentioned, and I just checked, it is there with a swipe of your finger when you are on Compass mode.

It shows in black and white, or tap the screen, in red and white, and goes green when level.
Dave Cobb
Buckhorn Lake Resort The Club, #6202, Kerrville TX
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Reply #14 –
Fascinating!  I took my iPhone around the coach.  When the bath sink top was dead level, other spots around the coach floor and cabinet tops showing varying out of level up to 6 degrees.  I guess my coach is shaped like a pretzel.  Maybe I'll just leave the HWH to decide.
Regards,
Brett

'99 42' Foretravel Xtreme
'14 Brown Motorsports Stacker
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Reply #15 –
"Level" for an RV is when the refrigerator is most level. I learned that when I installed a tiny Dometic refrigerator in an AMF Skamper tent trailer.

As with many things we "learn," it is one way of interpreting how things "are" or "should be" or "how we expect them to be." Your interpretation of level is likely to vary from mine. The HWH usually does a good job of getting close enough to "level" to keep most of us, and our appliances, satisfied.
J D Stevens
1997 U295 CAI 36' Build #5085
2002 Subaru Outback
Motorcade 16869
Bellville, TX