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MikeGL
Explorer
Feb 05, 2015

Water Pump

Hey y'all. We have a 2012 Forest River Shamrock 21SS Hybrid. We do some boondocking and I want to up upgrade the water pump. Can someone tell me what the flow rate is on the factory one, since I cannot seem to find it anywhere and I can't run check as the trailer is in storage. I'm looking at a new one that's 4.5 GPM. But, I don't know how that compares to whats in there now. Thanks, appreciate it.
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  • MikeGL's avatar
    MikeGL
    Explorer
    Feb 05, 2015
    I can get to it, just not right now, it's in storage and not easily accessible. Just figured someone might know is all. No biggie.
  • ScottG's avatar
    ScottG
    Nomad
    Feb 05, 2015
    Can you get to the existing pump? They're normally marked with their delivery rate. The ones they install at the factory are usually in the 3.X range.
  • MikeGL's avatar
    MikeGL
    Explorer
    Feb 05, 2015
    I would just like a stronger flow rate is all. I understand water conservation, but there is usually a water tap where we camp that 150 feet of hose will reach if we run out. Absolutely nothing wrong with what we have, just somewhat weak, as I assume it is in all RV's running off a battery or generator.
  • azrving's avatar
    azrving
    Explorer
    Feb 05, 2015
    Boondocking? You dont want to pump more water, you want to pump less. Is there a problem with you system now?

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