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07-10-2008, 09:23 AM
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The brown hose inside your E-Z-Pivot??
We bought our rig in 11/06, but didn't start full timing until 08/07.
I replaced the hose today, but I found some pin holes way up near the "rig" end, so I'm guessing I should replace this hose more often.
What are your results??
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07-10-2008, 09:23 AM
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Senior Member
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The brown hose inside your E-Z-Pivot??
We bought our rig in 11/06, but didn't start full timing until 08/07.
I replaced the hose today, but I found some pin holes way up near the "rig" end, so I'm guessing I should replace this hose more often.
What are your results??
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Doug and Jutta
2005 Forrest River Charleston 400TS DP
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07-10-2008, 09:42 AM
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Doug,
Our fiver is a 2005 but we bought it new in April 2007 and we have lived in it since. So far, no issues with the pipe.
I have noticed in various stores that there seems to be 3 or maybe 4 qualities of the spiral flexible sewer hose. I bought what I think is the top level and have used it as the "extention". When the stock hose goes out, I'm going to use the extention as a replacement. Also, I have been pretty good about keeping the stock hose covered and not exposed to the sun.
PS This is my best imitation of being serious.
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07-10-2008, 06:36 PM
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<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by D and J:
The brown hose inside your E-Z-Pivot??
We bought our rig in 11/06, but didn't start full timing until 08/07.
I replaced the hose today, but I found some pin holes way up near the "rig" end, so I'm guessing I should replace this hose more often.
What are your results?? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
Doug,
I replaced mine after about 8 months. It got pin holes more at the sewer end. It was from UV damage. I replaced with the better hose with a brown colored hose, which I believe is a 15 mil grade. This is when I added the co-extrusion pipe to the E-Z pivot. Since I added the co-ex I haven't had a problem now for over 2.5 years. IMHO the secret is using a decent grade hose, protect from UV and doing good rinses, including a final flush with the grey water. Works for us.
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07-11-2008, 04:58 AM
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We're not 'full-timers' and replaced our connector hose after two-years due to pin hole leaks. As 'Rockin' stated, use a high quality of sewer hose. I would really like to find a clear hose to provide a visual as to when the tanks are empty/clean.
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07-11-2008, 05:44 AM
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<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by ChiefJohn:
We're not 'full-timers' and replaced our connector hose after two-years due to pin hole leaks. As 'Rockin' stated, use a high quality of sewer hose. I would really like to find a clear hose to provide a visual as to when the tanks are empty/clean. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
Chief,
I got a clear elbow that I put at the dump site sort of like this http://www.campingworld.com/browse/products/index.cfm/O...Adapters/prodID=3709
It does allow you to see when things are clean.
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07-11-2008, 12:16 PM
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<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by ChiefJohn:
I would really like to find a clear hose to provide a visual as to when the tanks are empty/clean. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
Oh Chief,
You just like watching "stuff" flow! 
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07-11-2008, 12:43 PM
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<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">You just like watching "stuff" flow! </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
Should get plenty of practice around here.
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07-11-2008, 02:06 PM
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Thank you Mr. Godby! You're very observant son and I appreciate your not helping "stuff" flow. Not like another member who shall remain anonymous. 
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07-11-2008, 02:24 PM
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<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by ChiefJohn:
Thank you Mr. Godby! You're very observant son and I appreciate your not helping "stuff" flow. Not like another member who shall remain anonymous. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
I travel during the day...and stay off here for numerous hours....and I still get picked on...don't you remember how sensitive I am? You know, I can alway sic the whiners back on you!   SirKnowitAll has spoken!
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