Last post by Dkaeini -
Thought I would post an update to my own major problem. My unit is the hydro-hot HHE-200-9E. I thought I had properly winterized this unit and due to issues beyond my understanding the waterloop coil has failed. There are 4 options dealing with this: 1. replace the whole system with a new Aquahot 450d at the cost of $8700 + Labor 2. replace with a refurbished unit for $6700 + labor 3. Replace the tank with a new tank for $2900 (if you can do the labor yourself)(shipping is around $300) 4. Replace the tank with a refurbished tank for $2400 + $1500 core charge + shipping (if you can do the labor yourself)
John Corrillo at Heatmyrv.com located in Colorado provided the above information and used to work for aquahot company
Last post by Dkaeini -
Hello everyone Started working on my 2007 Inspire after our winter in North Idaho and ran into major issues with the Hydro-Hot. As I connected the city water to the bus, water started to gush out of the back of the Hydro-Hot. Was able to locate the problem and fixed it. Broken 90 degree fittings in the back of the unit. Once that problem was fixed and water was reconnected to the bus, now the expansion tank in the front of the unit is filling up with fluid coming from the Radiator Cap on top of the unit. I got a generic radiator cap from Autozone and replaced it but that did not fix the problem. When I turn the water off (regardless of city water or RV water tank via water pump), of course the leak stops. Any idea what I'm dealing with here? Thank you so much Dave
Last post by Gator1 -
I just got back with my Diesel tech, and somehow, I got an engine serial # with no emissions controls at all on a 525 HP CAT how can that be. I wonder where it came from Canada?
Last post by Gator1 -
I haven't looked at mine yet, still at the dealer getting suspension, and brakes worked on, but if it's still plugged with the factory PCV/filter I would add a catch can to help relieve internal pressure, and hopefully stop any leaks it may have. On my Cummins I added an extra hose to the valve cover to relieve pressure, and it stopped the valve cover gasket from seeping oil.
Last post by bbkefike -
Not to mention the sound should be great as well! any extra breathing in or out of the big C-13 should up the power band. The other extra I am adding back there is a small catch can on the slobber tube to stop from having bits of oil on my toad and back of the coach.
Last post by Gator1 -
Thanks for the response, and I can't wait to address any issues that may need improvement. I suspect even the pre def rigs will have a catalytic converter that will plug up and slow things down causing many issues. One of my first changes will be to make my own exhaust and bypass the converter, and with an engine this large should be good for an extra 50 to 100 hp 1 to 2 mpg, and cooler running as well. I built one for my Dodge tow rig with a 5.9 Cummins out of stainless steel, and Titanium tubing.
Last post by bbkefike -
I am a new owner of 2006 Intrigue w/ tag and C-13 as well. From all that i've read and researched engine cooling seems to be the biggest issue and frequent cleaning seems to keep them running within temps. The 1 Other issue ive heard is exhaust plugging from light throttle use building up carbon. Hope to see you down the road someday, happy traveling.
Last post by Gator1 -
So, just to add I found out from the dealer that the radiators on these from 2005 or so and on are prone to failing / leaking, and need to be replaced before they do. I was assured mine was replaced before I received it. Nice, an honest salesman!
