Great idea, but is that hose safe to use for drinking water? IE food grade? Don’t want you getting ill guys...?

@lostweekendscaravan

6 жыл бұрын

Good point. Prior to using the mention hose was soaked in very hot water. Also it was brand new. So far not been ill. but very valid point David. Thanks Phil. PS there are other options. This was a quick fix while away before I skimmed over a hedge in temper.

@geoffclarke9157

2 ай бұрын

I used a length of rigid white food grade pipe,measured from filter to neck of aquaroll,filter now sits on bottom of roll.

Great help. I actually took the filter off the pipe at bottom & slipped an aluminium ring just slightly bigger than the pipe over the pipe itself then reattached filter to end. This just weighed down the pipe so it goes down to the bottom of my aqua roll. 👍

@lostweekendscaravan

2 жыл бұрын

Hello. Thanks for watching. There are some great ideas to fix this problem. Eventually I got a whale version which is far better. Thanks again for watching. Phil👍🙂

Good idea...I remember this problem 10 years ago with the last caravan we owned. In and out of the van in all weathers ! As soon as we get the new caravan next week I'll make sure we get some extra (clean) grey waste pipe too 🤗

@lostweekendscaravan

Жыл бұрын

Hi Martin sorry for not replying to any your comments sooner but I have been on my hols to France internet hit n miss. I would recommend just buying the Whale version for truma systems. They are far better I have been using one shortly after making this video. Thanks Phil👍🙂

@robertdaley1194

Жыл бұрын

In my caravan the pump switch lights up red but no water is flowing but the part which is submerged has some rust staining on the body ,is the actual pump inside the caravan or is it the submerged part ?.Could it be seized?.

@Jaques2go

5 ай бұрын

Did u try rhis...I'm new to caravanning and have rhe truma...what diameter is the waste pipe and does it actually keep the pipe straight, as it's also a flexible pipe...?

Thank you that will help me with my caravan

@lostweekendscaravan

2 ай бұрын

Hi Natalie. I am glad this video helped. I have since switched to the Whale version which is far better but not cheap. Thanks Phil👍🙂

Great tip. Back when we had a caravan I came up with with a similar fix. I uses a solid piece of pipe but really the same solution.

@lostweekendscaravan

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks David. Yep pipe that is sterile will help. Thanks Phil.😀

Thanks so much for this video. We’ve had terrible trouble drawing water, it was just pulling air into the system. 2 minutes fix with this method sorted it out. We’ll done you and shame on trump for not recalling all of these pumps

@lostweekendscaravan

Жыл бұрын

Hi Alun. Thanks for watching and I am so pleased you have fixed it. I don't think Truma have fixed this issue to this day. I use Whale version if I have to use my Aquaroll. Thanks for commenting. Phil👍🙂

Well done Phil, agree with David , I you should use a food grade plastic pipe if you can.👍

@lostweekendscaravan

6 жыл бұрын

Yep could not agree more but this was a field repair and the pipe was new and sterilised. Thanks Phil.😀

Hi Phil ! Our new caravan came with quite a shallow Fiama (?) water carrier which seemed to exacerbate the floating Truma water pump problem. Desperate for a cup of tea (if nothing else) I soon shot down to the nearest accessory dealer in Stoke from the club site and bought a more traditional wheeled water carrier. It suited the Truma pump slightly better but it still had a tendency to float about. I'm not long back from B&Q with some rigid white piping for a better fix ...

@lostweekendscaravan

Жыл бұрын

HI Martin. Since making this video I have purchased the Whale Pumps version for truma it is a much better device and I have never had any issues. I only use it when flushing out the system. I tend to book fully serviced pitches now a days, less hassle😉 I used the Whale water master system. (i have done a video on it. Thanks Phil👍🙂

Interesting & useful. Got the same pump on our van but had no problem whatsoever but a great tip Phil. I know what to do if I get a problem now. Cheers, Helen & Dave

@lostweekendscaravan

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are lucky you have had no issues. Phil😀

My answer is to use a clean length of dressed wood the length of the pump hose. Fit a suitably sized Terry clip to each end of the stick and fit the pump to the Terry clips, stand upright in the shower cubicle. This keeps the pump hose straight and free from kinks when not in use. Since doing this we've had no trouble with kinky pump hose.

@lostweekendscaravan

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mervyn. Since making this video I found it very interesting how other people have addressed this problem. The only thing that bothers me is that as it is such an issue Truma have never done anything about it. The Whale version which I now use is far better. Many Thanks Phil🙂👍

@johnmayberry7669

4 жыл бұрын

Better with plastic

Hi Phil I had same issue and used solid white waste pipe and now works brill. regards Martyn

@lostweekendscaravan

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Martyn, I agree any pipe or sleeve that weights the hose is great in my book. Sorry for the late reply but have been filming away from home and the internet has been poor where I was. Thanks Phil

A good demonstration and a handy tip thank you 😊

@lostweekendscaravan

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Allan I am glad you found it useful. Thanks Phil👍🙂

Great quick fix Phil, I use a length of 22mm plastic water pipe ( the White stuff). All the best. Black Country Dave.

@lostweekendscaravan

6 жыл бұрын

Yep Dave anything that is clean will do. Thats a great idea. I have since revamped mine with a more stiffer hose. As I said this was an in the field fix. Thanks for sharing. I am loving my Sprite and I love the upholstery😉 Phil

@derekbond3512

4 жыл бұрын

This really is a better fix Dave, more so than the flexi pipe, thanks for the pointer.

Hi Phil, very new to caravanning and I had the same problem, alarming all the time. When got our van it was stored in the sink so we carried storing it there between trips. Stored in the sink it's stored in a circle so in the water hog it just curled up, hence no water and alarming constantly. I now travel with it hanging straight down in the shower head, never happened since 😊

@lostweekendscaravan

6 жыл бұрын

Good idea may try this too. Thanks Phil👍

Hi Phil. Drivers us mad as well. Good idea. I have tried to get round the problem by cable tying a small weight near the filter, I used a small bottle filled with water. It seems to almost fix the problem. Great vlog mucker, keep it up. Have a great year and keep safe. Pete and Su.

@lostweekendscaravan

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Peter. It is very frustrating. Since making this video I have changed to the Whale version of the Truma Pump connector. I have to say it is a great product and requires no fettling. I have a video coming out in a few weeks of the latest version of the Whale version. Thanks Phil. 🙂👍

@delphjunction1168

3 жыл бұрын

@@lostweekendscaravan Hi again Phil. Thank you for your reply. When we had our 2005 Senator, we had a torpedo type filter on the pipe, didn't have a problem with it. They seem to have made things worse. Think it's a case if there is no problem don't fix it. Thanks again. Pete and Su.

Totally agree with you Phil the Truma water inlet pipe is absolutely rubbish, we had so much trouble with it on our recent holiday you wouldn't believe, I came up with my solution only the other day whilst playing with the cats, it's a toy which basically a plastic rod about the diamiter of a pencil with a feather on the end, so my plan is to cable tie or elastic band it to the pipe minus the feather, but as the caravan is still in Dorset in the on site compound I'll have to wait until our next holiday coming soon so I'll film my solution. If it doesn't work it give your idea a go as we have plenty of waste water pipe. Cheers Jon

@lostweekendscaravan

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jon. I would like to see if your idea works. I am open to any suggestions. Thanks Phil.👍

I simply cable tied 15" of 15mm copper tube alongside the original hose. Works perfectly, weighs it down without being too heavy & is food safe.

@lostweekendscaravan

Жыл бұрын

Hi Yep thats another good way to make it work. Thanks Phil🙂👍

Great idea, but tbh I just keep it stored straight, when not in use, and for us, it stays straght when in use,.and works.perfectly fine

@lostweekendscaravan

13 күн бұрын

Hi Lee. Keeping it straight is a good idea. I have to say I no longer use it. I use a Truma Fully serviced pipe kit now. Thanks Phil.🙂👍

@leeblack7817

12 күн бұрын

Think I might give it a try, why not. Thanks

I was looking at doing something similar to this but in the end opted to add a load of stainless steel washers to weigh it down. So far they've worked a treat!

@lostweekendscaravan

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Chris sorry for the delay in replying but I have been away to Longleat where the Wifi sucks. Just catching up. That is a great idea. Any thing to weight the filter. It is a shame that we all have to do this when Whale make a better pump for this truma system. Thanks again Phil

@digitalchimpuk

5 жыл бұрын

@@lostweekendscaravan I keep thinking about using a rare earth magnet with a metal plate glued to the outside of the water barrel but need a safe way of securing the magnet. That way it would simply 'snap' into position and stay there. Still working on ideas for it.

@lostweekendscaravan

5 жыл бұрын

Hmm you just have to been careful that you don't contaminate the water though, but it could work. Phil

Nice one got it ! First job next week me thinks

@lostweekendscaravan

6 жыл бұрын

As Martin Davies and David Bell state get some food grade hose. My fix was a field one. Thanks Phil😀

Just done the same with 500mm of 22mm speed fit, plastic pipe, so there's a bend at the top, but it's straight into the bottom of the aqua roll. Not tried it yet, but can't see why it wouldn't work. Also, I'm surprised that the hose they supply is a soft plastic/rubber type material. When you're creating a vacuum to allow suction lift, you need a hard walled suction pipe to prevent the walls collapsing in under suction. I'm unsure as to whether the pressures here are adequate to cause that problem, but why chance it. Cheers.

@lostweekendscaravan

Жыл бұрын

Hi Thanks for watching and taking time to comment. The poor grade of hose is the main issue as you said. I have to admit I bought the Whale version but I rarely use it as we do fully serviced pitches. Having said that in a couple of weeks time I will have to dust off the aquaroll and waste master as I am away filming a video where its not fully serviced. Thanks Phil🙂👍

We never have issue with it floating to top. We have never rolled up the hose but store it lying down straight behind tap on kitchen unit when not in use. I have seen others use plumbing pipe to keep it straight when in barrel.

@lostweekendscaravan

11 ай бұрын

Hi. I don't use it anymore I got the whale version which is much better. Thanks Phil🙂👍

I did the same thing years ago with a piece of 20mm angle plastic and cable ties whi6has always worked ,do you have a cure for the rubber seals as I bought the genuine ones which are very expensive for a simple rubber ring made in an off size , but every new season it never seems to fit well and I end up forcing it in which caused the housing to crCk once so I had to replace it . Any suggestions would be really welcome . Cheers ps keep making the video please

@lostweekendscaravan

6 күн бұрын

Hi Andy. Thanks for watching. Good question. I no longer use the truma hose . If I have to use an aqua roll (which is very rare). I have the whale version. Here is a link to my video on it. Hope this helps Phil🙂👍kzread.info/dash/bejne/oHtkpKWjnc_Jl7g.html

@andypandy1488

6 күн бұрын

Thank you I will look into that . Cheers

Hi Phil I have the same van as yourself with the onboard flojet pump too. Does the whale submersible replacement you have also work as a pump in the Aquaroll or just a filter. Apologies I’m a little confused if you had to change your wiring? Thanks

@lostweekendscaravan

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Paul the Whale works as a replacement for the very poor quality Truma Connection hose. It does nothing different. However the Whale one is does is work a lot better due to its build quality and weight at the filter bottom end. I hope this clears it up a bit more for you. Many Thanks Phil😀The whale to replace the Truma one is the EP1642

Hi, I had the same problem, to fix it i used a piece o 20 mm diam overflow pipe. It fits from the filter to just sort of the top of the water container

@lostweekendscaravan

5 жыл бұрын

Hello Harry thats another great idea. I am really pleased that so many people have creative ideas to sort out what seems like an age old problems. Thanks for sharing. Phil

I’ve done the same thing using a length of rigid plastic water pipe. 👍🏼👍🏼

@lostweekendscaravan

6 жыл бұрын

Yep anything that is stiff enough and has a bit weight will do. Just make sure it is sterile before use. Phil

Hi Phil I've been having the same problem with my hose kept floating to the top of barrel and causing problems the only thing I was going to try was tie some sort of weight on the pipe to make it sink to the bottom of barrel but watching your video ill get some waste pipe and do the same I don't drink water out of the caravan tap any way I always take a water carrier with me and clean it out every time I use van sterilise cleaner I thought it was just my van with the problem if u com up with any new ways of sorting the problem let us know thanks Phil cheers .kev

@lostweekendscaravan

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Kev. You can only try these things out. It is cheaper than buying the Whale/Truma Hose. Give it go and see if it works. Others have suggested others hoses within the comments. Thanks Kev. Sorry I took a b it to reply but have been busy filming elsewhere. Thanks again Phil

@kevandrews4699

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Phil

I am getting my first caravan in February and I think the starter pack has this pump, should I just buy the whale pump if it fits a bailey

@lostweekendscaravan

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Unless Truma have changed the design, I would recommend the Whale Version. The Whale pump can be bought for either Truma or Whale. There are no other systems used on New UK vans. Hope this helps. Phil 👍🙂

Cable tie a straight length of plastic rod against the water pipe with cable ties so it acts like a splint.and keeps the pipe nice n straight...be careful not to tighten the ties too tightly incase the flow of water becomes restricted....dead easy

@lostweekendscaravan

4 жыл бұрын

Hi John. Yes that's a great idea. I have since changed it to a more rigid pipe. This was a quick solution as we had just picked up the van and it was driving me mad. I also have the Whale version now which is much better but not cheap to buy. Thanks Phil🙂👍

Hi Phil, sounds like a good idea. You talk about the pump system bleeping, but we don't seem to have a bleeper in our Lunar Ultima 2015. I keep saying it's a design fault, as only this morning, I suddenly realised the pump was running with no taps on. Yes, the filter was out of the water. I don't suppose there's a replacement for the one I've got, is there? Thanks in advance. Les

@lostweekendscaravan

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Les. I understand what you mean. There is a replacement made by whale pumps. If you check out my other videos there is a review on it thanks Phil 🙂👍

@lesjsin

3 жыл бұрын

Phil, can you post the link, I can't seem to see that video? (Should have gone to Specsavers 🤪)

@lostweekendscaravan

3 жыл бұрын

Here it is. kzread.info/dash/bejne/oHtkpKWjnc_Jl7g.html and here is another which mentions it to. kzread.info/dash/bejne/g4BmtKSphbfRl6w.html

@lesjsin

3 жыл бұрын

@@lostweekendscaravan ordered! Price a bit higher that when you did video 3 years ago 🤪 I'll keep the truma tucked away as a spare. Thanks again.

@lostweekendscaravan

3 жыл бұрын

Any time Les. Take care and enjoy. Phil

When I try to get water coming out of my taps the water is coming out the blue drain from under the caravan. My drain switch is in the down position. Help please

@lostweekendscaravan

3 жыл бұрын

Hi. It sounds like you have a pipe leak or the drain switch is broken. 1st check all your pipe connections if these are ok then perhaps consider replacing the switch. Hope this helps. Phil👍🙂

A much better idea us to use household white plastic stuff plumbing piping. It cost me around £2 for a 3M length. Cut a length to take the filter to the bottom and you never have any such issues again. The waste pipe version here is bent which is not as good

@lostweekendscaravan

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Brian I agree. This video was recorded when we first got the van and was the quickest solution at the time. I have to say I no longer use the truma version i have a truma connector version made by whale which is far better and has never caused me a problem. The truma version I feel is poorly made and designed and could do with an overhaul, would you agree. Thanks Phil 🙂👍

@bcrowcroft

3 жыл бұрын

@@lostweekendscaravan I’m a little late to the party. I’ve only just started watching your channel. I do find it informative. I’m now looking to add a articulated arm tv stand to utilise alcove space rather than the usual tv on a work surface. If you have done or heard from anyone doing this I would love to know. Keep up the good work

Hi Phil could you buy the Whale pump? Dan and Andrew both showed how good they are. We had the same problem too. Cheers Oliver

@lostweekendscaravan

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Oliver yes I could and have since making this film. Andrew Ditton kindly sent me his from his Adria film. Phil

@amandamcnab8791

5 жыл бұрын

We’ve had problems with Truma , is the whale worth the spending for easier water flow and less stress x

@lostweekendscaravan

5 жыл бұрын

Amanda Mcnab Hi Amanda the simple answer is yes. Since making this film we have been using the Whale one and have not had an issue at all. It sounds strange but has been nice to fill an empty Aqua roll up. Phil

@amandamcnab8791

5 жыл бұрын

lost weekends caravan thank you so much! I will definitely be buying this weekend, last trip the spluttering tap was very annoying, and yes filling a half full aqua roll is also frustrating! 👍🏻 thank you again x

@lostweekendscaravan

5 жыл бұрын

Amanada make sure you buy from a good dealer and not ebay as there are some cheap copies out there!

I replaced mine with the Whale pump and no problems now. Not cheap at about £50 though. This is another example of a poorly designed product. Makes you wonder if the people who design stuff for caravans actually test them first?

@lostweekendscaravan

4 жыл бұрын

Hi I can answer your Question the answer is No. Yes I gave up in the end and have the Whale pump version to. Thanks Phil🙂

I think mine has seized up (corrosion)?.

@lostweekendscaravan

Жыл бұрын

Hi Robert. If you mean this pipe. May I suggest the Whale Pumps version for the truma system. It is a much better bit of kit. Video to it here. kzread.info/dash/bejne/oHtkpKWjnc_Jl7g.html I use this if I am not on a fully serviced pitch. Thanks Phil.👍🙂

@robertdaley1194

Жыл бұрын

@@lostweekendscaravan There is rust staining on the immersion part ,is this the actual pump or a filter ,the red light comes on the panel but no flow?.

@lostweekendscaravan

Жыл бұрын

Hi Robert Have you checked and cleaned the filter? If you have the same system as me the filter can be removed, cleaned and replaced. If not you may need to purchase a new one. If this doesn't work may I suggest a Caravan Engineer take a look at it. Please let me know how you get on. Thanks Phil.🙂👍

Yes better but I use a piece of plastic sink waste pipe even straighter

@lostweekendscaravan

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Geoffrey that's another great idea. I have to say I don't use the truma one anymore I have a whale version which is much better made. Plus I do use fully serviced pitches as much as possible. Thanks Phil 😊 👍

@geoffreyallonby4936

2 жыл бұрын

@@lostweekendscaravan yes so do we.and also use an automatic water fill with a balcock valve from amazon never again that problem you won't be disappointed

@lostweekendscaravan

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Geoffrey. I don't use the aquaroll anymore, I have a Whale water master system. Plugs into the Caravan direct from the tap. Saves weight and space. Been using it for nearly 4 years never had an issue. Here is a link to my video on it. It's not cheap but worth the money. kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZJqkzaSTeJzWosY.html thanks Phil.👍🙂

@lostweekendscaravan

2 жыл бұрын

Truma do a simliar device. www.jacksonsleisure.com/caravan/motorhome/truma/ultraflow/waterline/water/hosepipe/

you didn't say this was for the internal pump and tank as the truma external pump is much heavier and goes to the bottom of the aquaroll.

@lostweekendscaravan

5 жыл бұрын

You maybe correct how ever everyone else under stood what I mean't. I have since replaced this item for a whale version as it is much better. Thanks Phil:)

@MrSnookerballs

5 жыл бұрын

understand. I've never seen that sort of hose/pump but have an elegance 650 on order and that has 2 water inlets so will see what comes with van. cheers.

@lostweekendscaravan

5 жыл бұрын

@@MrSnookerballs Thanks Does the Elegance have an on board water hence the 2 inlets? Phil

@martinstorey4534

5 жыл бұрын

@@lostweekendscaravan does the whale replacement have a filter at the end rather than the pump? I am looking to replace my Truma pump hose. I have looked on Amazon, could you possibly give me the item name please? Cheers.

@martinstorey4534

5 жыл бұрын

sorry meant to say also, does the Whale replacement have the Truma connection to the van? It seems odd that Whale would make something that fits Truma bayonet fitting but if it solves the problem, happy days!

Not a pump,it,s pick up pipe!

@lostweekendscaravan

3 жыл бұрын

Thats correct a Pump hose/pick up pipe but its still not very good. I no longer use it. Phil🙂

I just when not in use i.keep.tye

@lostweekendscaravan

13 күн бұрын

Thanks Lee.🙂👍