Great idea, but is that hose safe to use for drinking water? IE food grade? Don’t want you getting ill guys...?
@lostweekendscaravan6 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.
@geoffclarke91573 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.
@markeustace662712 күн бұрын
Hi Phil, thanks for the tip. I bought a section of slightly larger ridged plastic pipe and attached it via the filler cap. Perfect. I am happy to send a picture .
@lostweekendscaravan12 күн бұрын
Hi Mark. I am glad you managed to solve the issue. You don't need to send a picture, I am just glad you have a working system now. I have to be honest I don't use the truma one anymore. If I do use one which is very rare I have Whales version which is far better built and works effortlessly. Here is a link to a video I did on it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pHiTc3agotGWnbc worth a watch. Thanks Phil👍🙂
@markeustace662712 күн бұрын
Hi Phil Thanks for suggesting the Whale attentive. I have ordered a replacement for the Truma. Great channel - well done
@lostweekendscaravan12 күн бұрын
Your Welcome Mark. Keep watching and commenting thats all I ask. Thanks Phil👍🙂
@Senna-xi1gr2 жыл бұрын
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. 👍
@lostweekendscaravan2 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👍🙂
@martinkitchin62042 жыл бұрын
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 🤗
@lostweekendscaravan2 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?.
@Jaques2go7 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...?
@DesmondsDonders6 жыл бұрын
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.
@lostweekendscaravan6 жыл бұрын
Thanks David. Yep pipe that is sterile will help. Thanks Phil.😀
@alunwilliams9245 Жыл бұрын
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👍🙂
@martinkitchin62042 жыл бұрын
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 ...
@lostweekendscaravan2 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👍🙂
@hettysmotorhomeadventures48606 жыл бұрын
Well done Phil, agree with David , I you should use a food grade plastic pipe if you can.👍
@lostweekendscaravan6 жыл бұрын
Yep could not agree more but this was a field repair and the pipe was new and sterilised. Thanks Phil.😀
@First4Learners6 жыл бұрын
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 😊
@lostweekendscaravan6 жыл бұрын
Good idea may try this too. Thanks Phil👍
@martynward35366 жыл бұрын
Hi Phil I had same issue and used solid white waste pipe and now works brill. regards Martyn
@lostweekendscaravan6 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
@mervynhardy61614 жыл бұрын
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.
@lostweekendscaravan4 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🙂👍
@johnmayberry76694 жыл бұрын
Better with plastic
@x2gsd Жыл бұрын
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🙂👍
@lensmanonline6 жыл бұрын
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
@lostweekendscaravan6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jon. I would like to see if your idea works. I am open to any suggestions. Thanks Phil.👍
@davereynolds36826 жыл бұрын
Great quick fix Phil, I use a length of 22mm plastic water pipe ( the White stuff). All the best. Black Country Dave.
@lostweekendscaravan6 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
@derekbond35124 жыл бұрын
This really is a better fix Dave, more so than the flexi pipe, thanks for the pointer.
@delphjunction11683 жыл бұрын
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.
@lostweekendscaravan3 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. 🙂👍
@delphjunction11683 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.
@leeblack78172 ай бұрын
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
@lostweekendscaravan2 ай 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.🙂👍
@leeblack78172 ай бұрын
Think I might give it a try, why not. Thanks
@nataliesteel96054 ай бұрын
Thank you that will help me with my caravan
@lostweekendscaravan4 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👍🙂
@HelenandDave6 жыл бұрын
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
@lostweekendscaravan6 жыл бұрын
Thanks and you are lucky you have had no issues. Phil😀
@allanjeffrey83634 жыл бұрын
A good demonstration and a handy tip thank you 😊
@lostweekendscaravan4 жыл бұрын
Hi Allan I am glad you found it useful. Thanks Phil👍🙂
@SewYourselfaCapsuleWardrobe Жыл бұрын
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🙂👍
@digitalchimpuk6 жыл бұрын
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!
@lostweekendscaravan6 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
@digitalchimpuk6 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.
@lostweekendscaravan6 жыл бұрын
Hmm you just have to been careful that you don't contaminate the water though, but it could work. Phil
@rikkibeattie5174 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
Hi. I don't use it anymore I got the whale version which is much better. Thanks Phil🙂👍
@andypandy1488Ай бұрын
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
@lostweekendscaravanАй 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🙂👍kzbin.info/www/bejne/pHiTc3agotGWnbc
@andypandy1488Ай бұрын
Thank you I will look into that . Cheers
@harryredcliffe33566 жыл бұрын
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
@lostweekendscaravan6 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
@johnmayberry76694 жыл бұрын
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
@lostweekendscaravan4 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🙂👍
@superbike12 жыл бұрын
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
@lostweekendscaravan2 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 👍🙂
@Daddymarsh13 жыл бұрын
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
@lostweekendscaravan3 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👍🙂
@gavinstreetie14736 жыл бұрын
Nice one got it ! First job next week me thinks
@lostweekendscaravan6 жыл бұрын
As Martin Davies and David Bell state get some food grade hose. My fix was a field one. Thanks Phil😀
@bcrowcroft3 жыл бұрын
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
@lostweekendscaravan3 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 🙂👍
@bcrowcroft3 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
@Andeecee4 жыл бұрын
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?
@lostweekendscaravan4 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🙂
@kevandrews46996 жыл бұрын
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
@lostweekendscaravan6 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
@kevandrews46996 жыл бұрын
Thanks Phil
@paulyp45415 жыл бұрын
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
@lostweekendscaravan5 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
@lesjsin3 жыл бұрын
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
@lostweekendscaravan3 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 🙂👍
@lesjsin3 жыл бұрын
Phil, can you post the link, I can't seem to see that video? (Should have gone to Specsavers 🤪)
@lostweekendscaravan3 жыл бұрын
Here it is. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pHiTc3agotGWnbc and here is another which mentions it to. kzbin.info/www/bejne/h32Vg3Wmirmenas
@lesjsin3 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.
@lostweekendscaravan3 жыл бұрын
Any time Les. Take care and enjoy. Phil
@sidlewis39546 жыл бұрын
I’ve done the same thing using a length of rigid plastic water pipe. 👍🏼👍🏼
@lostweekendscaravan6 жыл бұрын
Yep anything that is stiff enough and has a bit weight will do. Just make sure it is sterile before use. Phil
@geoffreyallonby49362 жыл бұрын
Yes better but I use a piece of plastic sink waste pipe even straighter
@lostweekendscaravan2 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 😊 👍
@geoffreyallonby49362 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
@lostweekendscaravan2 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. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJfTnHWQfZ6jqMU thanks Phil.👍🙂
@lostweekendscaravan2 жыл бұрын
Truma do a simliar device. www.jacksonsleisure.com/caravan/motorhome/truma/ultraflow/waterline/water/hosepipe/
@robertdaley1194 Жыл бұрын
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. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pHiTc3agotGWnbc 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.🙂👍
@CaravanningwiththeCoxs6 жыл бұрын
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
@lostweekendscaravan6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Oliver yes I could and have since making this film. Andrew Ditton kindly sent me his from his Adria film. Phil
@amandamcnab87916 жыл бұрын
We’ve had problems with Truma , is the whale worth the spending for easier water flow and less stress x
@lostweekendscaravan6 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
@amandamcnab87916 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
@lostweekendscaravan6 жыл бұрын
Amanada make sure you buy from a good dealer and not ebay as there are some cheap copies out there!
@MrSnookerballs5 жыл бұрын
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.
@lostweekendscaravan5 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:)
@MrSnookerballs5 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.
@lostweekendscaravan5 жыл бұрын
@@MrSnookerballs Thanks Does the Elegance have an on board water hence the 2 inlets? Phil
@martinstorey45345 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.
@martinstorey45345 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!
@michaelhennessy98483 жыл бұрын
Not a pump,it,s pick up pipe!
@lostweekendscaravan3 жыл бұрын
Thats correct a Pump hose/pick up pipe but its still not very good. I no longer use it. Phil🙂