Aquahot water leak in Florida

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Aquahot water leak in Florida

January 03, 2023, 01:56:30 pm

Our aquahot started with a small water leak that is now more like a spray.

Doesn't matter if Aquahot in on or off, it's spraying. We put a valve to stop the water from going to the Aquahot so we could have water (cold fosset). We turn on the valve only for short showers.

The heat system works.

Is it repairable? Any recommendations in SE Florida ?

Thanks

Re: Aquahot water leak in Florida

Reply #1 – January 03, 2023, 02:03:27 pm

Quote from: Twosons 04 U295 – January 03, 2023, 01:56:30 pm

Our aquahot started with a small water leak that is now more like a spray.

Doesn't matter if Aquahot in on or off, it's spraying. We put a valve to stop the water from going to the Aquahot so we could have water (cold fosset). We turn on the valve only for short showers.

The heat system works.

Is it repairable? Any recommendations in SE Florida ?

Thanks

Your best bet is to contact a local mobile repair that knows the aqua hot system.

You might crawl into the aquahot area with your phone and post a picture of where the leak is. Also, you can down load the AQ repair manual.

Even turning it on for short showers is not recommended. You DO NOT want water getting into the belly foam structure.

Re: Aquahot water leak in Florida

Reply #2 – January 03, 2023, 04:53:19 pm

Where is the leak coming from? Inside the unit covers or external? If it's cold water, it may be the feed line. If so, it's probably Pex and easily mended. Post a picture.

Re: Aquahot water leak in Florida

Reply #3 – January 03, 2023, 07:57:11 pm

Probably going to be either the hot or water lines into and out of the aqua hot. Did you come down from the frozen north country?

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Reply #4 – January 03, 2023, 07:59:56 pm

I have experience working with aqua hot, am close to Tampa. Have a space with electric hook up if you can't find help closer. Thanks Ron

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Reply #5 – January 03, 2023, 08:15:47 pm

Can see the actual leak or take picture without taking it appart but we hear it spray

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Reply #6 – January 03, 2023, 08:17:37 pm

So, this is potable water-- leak quits when shore water is disconnected and water pump is off and pressure bled off?

Re: Aquahot water leak in Florida

Reply #7 – January 03, 2023, 08:53:59 pm

Go see Ron (Red Tractor) and you are done.

Re: Aquahot water leak in Florida

Reply #8 – January 05, 2023, 11:57:15 am

Just talked with Ron, we will go see him

Thanks everyone ☺️

Re: Aquahot water leak in Québec

Reply #9 – May 26, 2023, 10:29:06 am

Update on our leak...

We were not able to make it to Ron's and are now back to Quebec Canada. Called a autorised Aquahot repair here and he can't get replacement parts (discontinued) and gave us a 17k quote (cnd currency) to replace the unit.

On top if the water leak we also found boiler fluid and are pretty discouraged

Plan A : sell the coach as is and buy someone else problems
Plan B : replace the unit with a new unit for just hot water and use the AC/heat pump for heat
Plan C : Take it apart and try one of those DIY project. DH pretty good but never did that kind of rebuild. We do have time and tools but no knowledge.

Please share your experiences and/or advices. Our aquahot model us a AHE-130-02X

Thanks

Re: Aquahot water leak in Florida

Reply #10 – May 26, 2023, 11:03:00 am

There are posts of members rebuilding their units. Scott (DSD) being the last one. It can be done your coach would probably sell for less than the price of a new or used one if you sold it as is.

Re: Aquahot water leak in Florida

Reply #11 – May 26, 2023, 11:13:04 am

If it were me I'd make the journey to see Rudy or Red Tractor. It's a long way but it will be fixed correctly.

Re: Aquahot water leak in Florida

Reply #12 – May 26, 2023, 12:09:42 pm

Do you know if @red tractor or @Rudy would do rebuild jobs and how much that could come up too.

We will be back in Florida next winter and if a trip to Texas is worth it we could consider that too

Thanks

Re: Aquahot water leak in Florida

Reply #13 – May 26, 2023, 12:16:41 pm

I'm a tinkering kind of guy so I would go with plan C. If you get lost there are several here on the site that can help you out with guidance as we have been down that road.

Mike

Re: Aquahot water leak in Florida

Reply #14 – May 26, 2023, 01:37:22 pm

Quote from: Twosons 04 U295 – May 26, 2023, 10:29:06 am

Update on our leak...

We were not able to make it to Ron's and are now back to Quebec Canada. Called a autorised Aquahot repair here and he can't get replacement parts (discontinued) and gave us a 17k quote (cnd currency) to replace the unit.

On top if the water leak we also found boiler fluid and are pretty discouraged

Plan A : sell the coach as is and buy someone else problems
Plan B : replace the unit with a new unit for just hot water and use the AC/heat pump for heat
Plan C : Take it apart and try one of those DIY project. DH pretty good but never did that kind of rebuild. We do have time and tools but no knowledge.

Please share your experiences and/or advices. Our aquahot model us a AHE-130-02X

Thanks

That's odd, Ours (1998 ahe-100 model) is older than yours and also long discontinued. And yet the Aqua Hot factory in Colorado had no issue rebuilding ours. And folks on this site are always replacing parts on the older AHE-100 model.

I suggest you call Aqua Hot directly and ask about replacement parts. Might be the case of your shop just not wanting to deal with it and maybe not having experience with this older model.

Re: Aquahot water leak in Florida

Reply #15 – May 26, 2023, 01:45:32 pm

TwoSons, I am a factory authorized service center too. That info plus $4.00 will get you a cup of coffee in Las Vegas.

I can replace your heater for about $10,500, parts and labor. There are a few leaks that can be repaired for a whole lot less. But, would have to see it to tell you for sure.

I am in the Houston TX area with a full hook up rv spot should that interest you.

I wish you well in solving your issue.

Re: Aquahot water leak in Florida

Reply #16 – May 26, 2023, 02:04:26 pm

TwoSons; I see you are from Canada and it was asked a few questions ago if you had this leak happen while in Canada? I would also recommend either Rudy or Red Tractor for your repair. May be as simple as cutting into the pex line and fixing that leak for a few dollars! Good luck and please keep us posted.

Re: Aquahot water leak in Florida

Reply #17 – May 26, 2023, 02:05:26 pm

Option C. But it's not your ordinary DIY skillset.
Option D. Go on Vacation to Texas. Get Rudy to repair or replace. Easy Peezy. And you end up with a great coach. Also ask him for factory training on how to operate and service for extreme use were you live. Carry all required fluids and tools to accomplish anywhere, anytime you need to.
Scott
Found my leak U320 Aqua hot

Re: Aquahot water leak in Florida

Reply #18 – May 26, 2023, 02:44:41 pm

Thank you all for your great advices and offer (Rudy).

We are 3rd owner of this beautiful coach. Still looks brand new and low mileage (69k miles) . In all it's life, this coach spent only 1 winter in Canada. Every years (except for the one) all it did is trip from eastern Canada to Florida .We think it was properly winterize for that winter.... Could also have happened late fall or early spring as Canadian are limited to 180 days in a 365 period in the USA and still experience some freezing nights here and there. We used all our days and can't set foot in the USA until end of November

Wich sucks on so many levels beeing retired and financially self sufficient but not really free.

Anyway, I will call Aquahot to see if we could get parts for that model as one of you suggested.

I (the wife) am not a fan of option A (selling) but DH is a little tired of all the issues

Re: Aquahot water leak in Florida

Reply #19 – May 26, 2023, 04:15:44 pm

Did you guys ever take any pictures? If you show us where it's leaking, we may be able to give you some more help. The AH in my 03 U320 leaked engine coolant from the coolant loop, but it was a relatively easy fix...just one copper elbow that had a pinhole in the joint. $20 at Lowes and fixed it right up.

Re: Aquahot water leak in Florida

Reply #20 – May 26, 2023, 05:17:14 pm

We don't have access to the boiler area where the leak is coming from, without taking the whole unit out.

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Reply #21 – May 26, 2023, 05:25:38 pm

The blue valve is something we put to stop the water from going in

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Reply #22 – May 26, 2023, 06:12:02 pm

Please call me. Rudy Legettt 7 one 3 8 one 8 3234 before 8 pm central.

Re: Aquahot water leak in Florida

Reply #23 – May 27, 2023, 08:49:00 am

Quote from: Twosons 04 U295 – May 26, 2023, 05:25:38 pm

The blue valve is something we put to stop the water from going in

I wish my AH was that easy to access! Just saying.......... some are buried and you have to lay on your side over the bay rails to work on unit! Rudy is da man and I would make that trip in November to see him in TX, or he might be able to help you over the phone. Either way, life is short, enjoy your coach!

Re: Aquahot water leak in Florida

Reply #24 – June 05, 2023, 10:23:28 am

Quote from: juicesqueezer – May 27, 2023, 08:49:00 am

I wish my AH was that easy to access! Just saying.......... some are buried and you have to lay on your side over the bay rails to work on unit! Rudy is da man and I would make that trip in November to see him in TX, or he might be able to help you over the phone. Either way, life is short, enjoy your coach!

Same here.....recently had to deal with a leak on my Engine incoming loop way up inside the belly of the beast.....all fixed now, but took a few weeks for my body to get back fixed due to all the twisting and turning.

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