In a 2021 transcend 221 rb I have a problem with hooking up the fresh water to the control center in the front. I tried 3 different hoses ( 2 were new ) and no matter how tight the connections were it still leaked. Is this a common problem going from metal to plastic? I had to fill the water tank and use the pump or flood out the front storage area.
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Can you put a pic of where it leaked at? I know I am on my second city water inlet. I think it has to do with the hose pulling onto the inlet causing a leak. Mine started leaking behind the female end.Brent, Krista, and our 6 year old nugget
Cruising with two Black Labs, Lestat and Pandora
2021 Ram 3500 Dually Long Bed 4X4 HO Cummins (Blue Sapphire)
2021 Imagine 3110BH (The Dog House)
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Yes it has a washer! It leaks between the threads of the plastic and metal threads. Not behind it. It is the "all in 1 utility center" located in the front storage area. The hose comes in from the bottom and 8 inches higher you have to curve it to screw it into the built in connection.2021 Grand Design Transcend 221RB
2018 f150 4x4
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You may want to try adding a 45 or 90 degree adapter to soften the transition and you can also add teflon tape to the adapter and see if that mitigates to leak.Jerry and Kelly Powell, with Halo, Nash, Reid, Cleo, Rosie, and the two newest additions Shaggy and Bella..
Nash County, NC
2020 Solitude 390RK-R​
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I have some adapters sitting around somewhere. Not sure of the angle but will check. Was thinking of an elbow coming out about 2 1/2 " and then it would be straight down to under the trailer. Shouldn't have to use Teflon tape every time you hook up. No problem for 15 years with our old trailer. I'll also add it to the other 14 items that have to be looked at under warrenty.2021 Grand Design Transcend 221RB
2018 f150 4x4
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I was just thinking about Teflon on the male end of metal connection. If you have a problem with your hose connecting, your hose may the problem.Jerry and Kelly Powell, with Halo, Nash, Reid, Cleo, Rosie, and the two newest additions Shaggy and Bella..
Nash County, NC
2020 Solitude 390RK-R​
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Originally posted by Mokey View PostI have some adapters sitting around somewhere. Not sure of the angle but will check. Was thinking of an elbow coming out about 2 1/2 " and then it would be straight down to under the trailer. Shouldn't have to use Teflon tape every time you hook up. No problem for 15 years with our old trailer. I'll also add it to the other 14 items that have to be looked at under warrenty.
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Central Florida
2021 Imagine 2970RL
1996 Chevy K3500 Crew SRW 7.4L Gas
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Tapered pipe threads that create a seal between the male and female threads can benefit from Teflon tape. All other connections (including any type of hose connections) rely on compression of a soft O-ring or washer to create the water tight seal between the two parts. If the leak is between the male hose end and the female connector on the trailer, this comes back to the washer not sealing properly between these two parts . . . or, one or the other is cracked.
RobCate & Rob
(with Border Collies Molly & Angel + Kitties Hazel & Elsie)
2015 Reflection 303RLS
2022 F350 Diesel CC SB SRW Lariat
Bayham, Ontario, Canada
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Tried 3 different hoses. 2 were new. Same results from all. Doubt if it is the hose. Never been hooked up before so all parts are new, washer and screen in place. If trailer part is cracked it should be replaced under warrenty.2021 Grand Design Transcend 221RB
2018 f150 4x4
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Mokey You might want to look into https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 and some drinking water safe quick disconnects like https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
This is what I did based on either Rob or Howard's setup and it works quite well. The quick connects keep me from having to thread the hose in the compartment. Also makes for quick work in hooking to the lack flush line (I keep a separate set on hand in case it's a public dump vs site dump).
One other thing I have to help keep from flooding the compartment is a short 3' connector hose. This allow me to drain the water lines before disconnecting to minimize the available water that needs to be relieved. https://www.amazon.com/Flexzilla-Gar...-garden&sr=1-3
I also found in some instances these work better than flat washers. https://www.amazon.com/Nelson-50381-...s%2C196&sr=8-9 can be picked up at the local orange box store in the gardening section. MFG stocked locally is Orbit.Joseph
Tow Vehicle: 2024 GMC K3500 Denali Ultimate Diesel
Coach: 303RLS Delivered March 5, 2021
South of Houston Texas
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Add another washer to see if the leak stops.
I had a case where the shoulder of an adaptor seated against the fitting swivel before seating and sealing against the washer inside the inlet.Ted
2021 Reflection 310RLS
2020 F350 PS,CC,LB,SRW
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Originally posted by Mokey View PostTried 3 different hoses. 2 were new. Same results from all. Doubt if it is the hose. Never been hooked up before so all parts are new, washer and screen in place. If trailer part is cracked it should be replaced under warrenty.
RobCate & Rob
(with Border Collies Molly & Angel + Kitties Hazel & Elsie)
2015 Reflection 303RLS
2022 F350 Diesel CC SB SRW Lariat
Bayham, Ontario, Canada
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Originally posted by ThePowells View PostYou may want to try adding a 45 or 90 degree adapter to soften the transition and you can also add teflon tape to the adapter and see if that mitigates to leak.Grand Design-Imagine
2021 (1st Edition) 2600RB
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