rear end won't air up, tradewinds-spartan

[ChrisNJ]

front air's up, but rear won't, 02-Tradewinds-Spartan chassis. no air bag leak I can hear, tanks go to full pressure. assuming a bad or sticking valve(s)? any ideas on where to check first? I will check the level valve first, but just seeing if anyone knew what else to look for while i'm under there.

[Vegasdan]

Are the jacks down or up? If down the bags may not fill until you raise the jacks. Just an idea.

[ChrisNJ]

Yes, jacks were all the way up with a green light. Of course, now I put the rear end up high just so I can get under it tonight and see what I can find. Thinking more about it, I'm thinking there must be a dump valve too in order to deflate the bags, and while there was no leakage, maybe this valve is sticking in-between dump and fill (or not dump), if this valve has any relation?

[ChrisNJ]

fixed, took the level arm off and moved it up and down a couple times. just key on doesn't work, turn engine on, raised jacks and she leveled out just fine. valve must have been a little sticky, will have service center replace it next time i'm in.

[GaryKD]

Hi ChrisNJ,
Your problem is a common one and may very well reoccur. Consider adjusting your leaving camp procedure.
1. Start engine (with jacks down).
2. Wait about 10 seconds and store the jacks.

The coach should air up fine as it moves when the jacks are stored and the PSI is already available.