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12-09-2008, 05:47 AM
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Seasoned Camper
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: El Cajon
Posts: 67
M.O.C. #8905
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water regulator
Good morning , after having water pressure problems several times this past summer I have deceided to purchase a good pressure regulator. I see that a lot of people purchase from www.rvwaterfilterstore.com , they have a popular model #263a brass with a good glicerin gauge for 80 dollars, they have the same model in stainless steel for 175 dollars. My question is can any of you think of a reason to spend the extra 100 dollars ? I am not at all afraid to spend good money for a good product, but I don't see the point with respect to this particular item. The regulator on all of our homes are brass , and how often do they go bad, oh well just thought I would get some input from some of you .Have a Great Day..Scott
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12-09-2008, 06:12 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: anywhere
Posts: 912
M.O.C. #6260
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Built my own from parts from Lowe's, all brass, cost about $55.00. Have used it for 2 years with zero problems. A lot of MOC's have done the same setup, no need to spent the $$ for SS. Parts List w/o Gauge: 1 Water Regulator Valve ¾” – Watts # 25AUB-Z3; 1 brass male hose to ¾” MIP adapter – Watts #A-665; 1 brass female hose to ¾” FIP swivel – Watts # A-661 (I used a Solid Brass fitting instead of the Swivel and think it worked better);1 brass ¾” close nipple – Watts #A-877 (I used a ¾” short nipple as the close was out of stock); Teflon thread tape.
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12-09-2008, 06:19 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: Santa Fe Springs
Posts: 4,189
M.O.C. #639
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I have the same as JimF and no problems on mine either I have a picture of it somewhere I'll post it when I find it.
TT2
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Pulling a 2004, 2980 RL an oldie but goodie.
Tow vehicle is a 2009 RED RAM 3500 DRW.
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12-09-2008, 07:33 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Cedar Rapids
Posts: 4,876
M.O.C. #1944
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You don't have to pay that much. We use the 263A model for $59.95.
Orv
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12-09-2008, 08:04 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Merlin
Posts: 668
M.O.C. #7368
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Shooterdad, Welcome to the forum. I'd only use the stainless if I had chrome water pipes that I was showing off. Only kidding, no need for stainless, and its high cost.
Bob
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12-09-2008, 03:28 PM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Montgomery
Posts: 279
M.O.C. #8231
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Shooterdad, noticed from your profile you are a plaster contractor, find out from one of your plumbing contractor contacts who they use as a supplier and get you a price on the 25aub as Don suggested above. The 25AUB is my best seller and I've had zero complaints (been in the supplyhouse business for over 30yrs). However brass has steadly gone up in the last couple of years as I get around $56 now and we wholesale. Another watts product that works just as good is the N55B and it runs a little less @ around $36. Steve
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12-10-2008, 01:02 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: Clearwater
Posts: 10,917
M.O.C. #420
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Scott, I have almost exactly what Trailer Trash has pictured. I no longer use it and you can have it. Pay the postage from Florida and it's yours.
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12-10-2008, 05:28 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: Texas City
Posts: 5,736
M.O.C. #7673
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Free is good, but if you want to spend money, Camping World has:
Water Pressure Regulator
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12-10-2008, 12:46 PM
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Seasoned Camper
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: El Cajon
Posts: 67
M.O.C. #8905
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Thank you Glen for the generous offer I really appreciate it, however I did as Steve had suggested and talked with a buddy of mine that is a commercial plumber, he is putting one together for me {thanks Steve} . I am sure that there is someone on this site that can use it that may not have access to a plumber or the ability to build one themself. Thanks ..Scott
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12-10-2008, 02:21 PM
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Seasoned Camper
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: El Cajon
Posts: 67
M.O.C. #8905
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Just wondering Glen , why did you stop using your regulator? Out here in the west , high water pressure can be a real problem. I wished I had started using one a long time ago , it would have saved me a lot of grief. Thanks ...Scott
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12-10-2008, 02:32 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: Santa Fe Springs
Posts: 4,189
M.O.C. #639
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Yea!! why Glenn............
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Pulling a 2004, 2980 RL an oldie but goodie.
Tow vehicle is a 2009 RED RAM 3500 DRW.
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12-11-2008, 12:45 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: Clearwater
Posts: 10,917
M.O.C. #420
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Very simple. I bought one of these....
because it is lighter and more compact.
I also added a gauge to the inlet side so I also know the incoming pressure. If the incoming pressure is 60PSI or below I do not use the regulator.
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12-11-2008, 02:53 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: Casa Grande
Posts: 5,369
M.O.C. #6333
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I bought the N55BG from the RV Water Filter store. It's brass and adjustable and let's me see what the pressure is. I have found that they are great to work with also and they make great hoses in any length you want, brass or stainless fittings...I also have the dual jumbo canister filter set up AND an undersink filter for drinking....(I know, some do, some don't, We do).
http://www.rvwaterfilterstore.com/Pr...Regulators.htm
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12-11-2008, 09:04 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jan 2007
Location: Lobelville
Posts: 2,128
M.O.C. #6650
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Just a question to anyone? I have use the Cheapo regulator and have never had a problem. Most parks have low water pressure, and some cases I don't use the regulator at all because the pressure is so low. At our home base the pressure is on the high side. Dave and Betsy are here and his regulator (a nice One) said the pressure was 100 lbs. And I have only used the cheapo regulator. GBY....
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12-11-2008, 10:50 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: Clearwater
Posts: 10,917
M.O.C. #420
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The El-Cheapo regulators set pressure between 40 to 50 PSI. That is unacceptable for me. I set my adjustable reg at 65 PSI minimum and have yet to have a problem. I only use the regulator if I feel I can't trust the CGs water pressure not to spike at some ridiculously high PSI.
In fact, the park we are in right now is around 80 PSI and I am not using my regulator as I know, after over 5 years, this pressure never waivers more than 5 pounds. Remember the water lines on our rigs are tested at 125PSI.
I wanna tell ya taking a shower with 80 PSI of pressure is a pure pleasure.
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12-11-2008, 11:55 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: Santa Fe Springs
Posts: 4,189
M.O.C. #639
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Oh ! OK! very good Glenn I kinda like it too but the DW says I can get it when mine brakes. 
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Pulling a 2004, 2980 RL an oldie but goodie.
Tow vehicle is a 2009 RED RAM 3500 DRW.
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12-11-2008, 11:56 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jan 2007
Location: Lobelville
Posts: 2,128
M.O.C. #6650
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Thanks, that is what I thought the answer would be and I agree. GBY....
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12-11-2008, 01:24 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location:
Posts: 2,376
M.O.C. #6575
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I've often wondered if those cheapo regulators would keep the pressure down when there is no flow in the line. Just looking at it, you would think the pressure might equalize when there is no flow. I tried to test one this evening, but we don't really have the pressure here to do so. We have about 55PSI, and when I shut the line past the regulator off, the pressure went to about 53PSI. Wonder what it would do if the pressure was 100PSI? BTW, I don't usually run a regulator either.
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12-11-2008, 04:10 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: Land O Lakes
Posts: 2,751
M.O.C. #7753
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The regulator we have is a Watts N55BG with gauge. I also got an inlet gauge so I can see the incoming pressure. Like Glenn I don't us it if the pressure is below 50 PSI. I used to use the CW el-cheapos but they have a very small opening and are usually pretty low flow. The Watts is very solid and has a flow rating of 6 to 9 gallons a minute. That is way more than a hose can pass. We have all the water we need with this regulator. Lindy is right, his pressure is right at 100 lbs and the regulator is now set at 60. I put a quick disconnect fitting on it so all I do is thread it on to the CG hydrant and then just click the hose on. We love the Watts unit, way better than those cheapos... Dave
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12-11-2008, 10:33 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: Clearwater
Posts: 10,917
M.O.C. #420
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The other thing with those 40-50PSI El-Cheapos you never know when they will stop working unless you also invest in a gauge. I don't think there is anything stopping them from failing to the HI side.
To me having 2 gauges is the best way to go. One connects directly to the hydrant reading incoming pressure from the CG. The other attaches to the regulator reading out going pressure to the RV.
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