Water pump as a spare…necessary?

[PG’s trips]

What’s the general consensus on carrying a spare water pump? Heading to Europe for 6+ weeks and curious as to whether I should add one to my spares list or take a chance and know that I should be able to pick one up easy enough in France or Germany? Faulty pump would be a pain.

 

[VXman]

Where do you stop with taking spares? I'm sure there are dozens of things that could break.

 

[Two on Tour]

Where do you stop with taking spares? I'm sure there are dozens of things that could break.

It's sensible to carry spares for equipment that's known to cause problems on your van that could potentially curtail your trip away if they fail, how far you go with carrying spare depends on how lucky you feel.

 

[VXman]

It's sensible to carry spares for equipment that's known to cause problems on your van that could potentially curtail your trip away if they fail, how far you go with carrying spare depends on how lucky you feel.

Well, my pump isn't known to cause me problems. There are quite a few who might benefit from keeping a spare Comfortmatic gearbox in the garage though.

 

[tonyidle]

Depends on what type of pump... submersible or pressure system pump ??

Submersible, .. yes and yes .. they fail regularly , even the expensive Reich pumps IMV are a piece of crap .. ..I carried two.. before changing for a Shurflo pump
Shurfo pump..
never had one fail.. I had one in my RV that we full timed in for four years .. four of us showering every day , and a domestic automatic washing machine,.. never missed a beat.. .. so no need to carry a spare..

In all the mohos I've owned, if they had a submersible pump the first thing I do is change it for a Shurflo ..
another bonus.. no need for micro-switch taps.. you can fit much cheaper and better quality brass domestic ones..

Submersibles work just as well as Shurflo on a pressure-switched system, flow more, and are simple to replace.

(Currently using a Shurflo, and carrying a spare, having had 4 fail over the years )

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[Two on Tour]

Well, my pump isn't known to cause me problems. There are quite a few who might benefit from keeping a spare Comfortmatic gearbox in the garage though.

As I said " sensible"

 

[WESTY66]

Amazon next day delivery to a nearby drop box if required.

I wouldn’t even know how to

 

[Brains]

Where do you stop with taking spares? I'm sure there are dozens of things that could break.

I have a tyre, a water pump, some fuses and bulbs, gaffa tape, cable ties and 5 litres of diesel.
I also have a spare Hymer Hab door spring, as they are also known to fail on a regular basis.
That is about it.

It's basically the things most likely to go wrong that I can do something about whilst away from home.

 

[ontheroadagain]

We also carry a spare.
This has reminded me that I have an unused spare Whale pump from our previous Elddis somewhere. I must have a look for it and put it on classifieds.

 

[Brains]

Well, my pump isn't known to cause me problems. There are quite a few who might benefit from keeping a spare Comfortmatic gearbox in the garage though.

I'm on my 3rd pump, but still first gearbox.

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[L' Hobo]

Where do you stop with taking spares? I'm sure there are dozens of things that could break.

I carry spares that are easily changed on a campsite or aire.

The more complicated bits I leave at home.

Every time I change any pipe work etc. where possible, I am changing the parts from the original 12mm to 15mm.
I'm sure this will help in sourcing parts from DIY places instead of relying on Motorhome retailers.

 

[Wizz]

Why didn't you drive?

Because we had a lovely pitch where we were all set up for several days, and I like a challenge !

 

[L' Hobo]

Because we had a lovely pitch where we were all set up for several days, and I like a challenge !

At least you got your challenge!
One can't have everything.

 

[gus-lopez]

I do carry a spare.

& me.I have had one fiamma aqua 8 pack up & fitted a new one. then new valves in the old one which is now the spare for a sureflow I have fitted to this van.

Amazon next day delivery to a nearby drop box if required.

I assume that is to replace the spare you have just fitted?
I keep the spare pump with the new clutch master cylinder next to the front & rear brake pads by the side of the complete auxiliary belt kit, & enough hose to replace the whole van water system + the 2 x turbo intercooler hoses. This is just insurance that none of these will fail.

 

[WallaceandGromit]

When I emptied the caravan, I had 3 shurflo's and 2 whale submersibles, so just transferred them to the motorhome

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[Flairy]

I always carry a spare water pump, (yes it packed up once the NIGHT before a trip to alde, booked months in advance, so that would have been thwarted had I not had a spare)
I also carry a gas regulator spare gas and water pipe and numerous other bits but more importantly I carry a spare pair of suspension airbags

I thought I was the only one who carried spare goldsmith air bags x4

 

[WESTY66]

I thought I was the only one who carried spare goldsmith air bags x4

Nope, I have two (full Alko rear air only) if they go bang, you’re stranded then you have to wait to get some!!
Better looking at them, than for them

 

[L' Hobo]

Nope, I have two (full Alko rear air only) if they go bang, you’re stranded then you have to wait to get some!!
Better looking at them, than for them

I'm curious, why would Flairy carry 4 and you carry 2?

Surely 1 spare is all that's needed?

 

[WESTY66]

I'm curious, why would Flairy carry 4 and you carry 2?

Surely 1 spare is all that's needed?

You have a valid point
I only have two airbags on mine (at the rear) but they will be the same age and could go the same week.
Good insurance all the same
Flairy might have different bags on the front and rear

 

[pelican]

I bought a new one to carry as a spare and when I tested it it didn't work.
So test it before you set off.

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[Roby2008]

I am on my second wife, should I carry a spare?

 

[Barclaybasher]

I am on my second wife, should I carry a spare?

Ask your wife.....if you dare

 

[mark49]

Yes. I’m no Moho expert, but carry the essential need parts, it’s not like they’re gonna come down in price in the near or very far future. Mine failed at a perfect free beach stop. Changed in couple o mins. No brainer. Also spare tap.

 

[Roby2008]

Ask your wife.....if you dare

She said, @#£×÷&&%%!!!!!' , I took that as a No.....

 

[L' Hobo]

I am on my second wife, should I carry a spare?

Spare what?

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[Flairy]

You have a valid point
I only have two airbags on mine (at the rear) but they will be the same age and could go the same week.
Good insurance all the same
Flairy might have different bags on the front and rear

Tag axle and there over 20 years old you never know

 

[Clive Bishop]

What’s the general consensus on carrying a spare water pump? Heading to Europe for 6+ weeks and curious as to whether I should add one to my spares list or take a chance and know that I should be able to pick one up easy enough in France or Germany? Faulty pump would be a pain.

If it is anything like mine which is in the tank unless you have access to a lift to drop the tank I don’t think it is worth it .

 

[Mleabon]

I carry tools, a gas regulator and a tap microswitch. Spare wheel.

 

[Figaro]

If it is anything like mine which is in the tank unless you have access to a lift to drop the tank I don’t think it is worth it .

Surely you have an access hatch on top of the tank ?
Rookie omission if you don't

 

[gus-lopez]

If it is anything like mine which is in the tank unless you have access to a lift to drop the tank I don’t think it is worth it .

That is why many change to an in line type pressurised system. easier to change & no need to drop tank

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[Woodburner]

I do carry a spare.

Me too. Had one fail and bugger up a holiday so lesson learned. Cheap as chips and weighs sod all so why wouldn't you. Same goes for tap microswitches.