My 2015 Fleetwood Storm keeps losing antifreeze in the exp. tank. It is the Ford V10 engine. Have had pressure checks done (excellent). Have had all connections checked (ok). No leaks on ground etc. The only white smoke occurs on startup until condensation in exhaust clears(couple of minutes). Gauges show no signs of overheating etc on 90 degree days. Any thoughts? Just finished long trip and had to fill a couple of times. No other problems encountered.

How long was the pressure check done? 5 minutes or 60 minutes can make a huge difference. A small leak that sprays on an exhaust manifold will not leave any puddle. I assume that you are not overfilling the expansion tank and are stopping at the hot or cold line when you replace the anti-freeze. Isn't this coach still under warranty?

Pressure check was about 45 minutes. Unit is still under warranty but try to find a Ford Dealer willing to check it. I bought it in Florida an will be seeing the dealer this coming January but only expect the runaround there. If the engine blows then a new one can be installed. Maybe that's the only solution.......

Wandering view wrote:Pressure check was about 45 minutes. Unit is still under warranty but try to find a Ford Dealer willing to check it. I bought it in Florida and will be seeing the dealer this coming January but only expect the runaround there. If the engine blows then a new one can be installed. Maybe that's the only solution.......

Was the pressure check done with the engine running? Not the usual procedure but can be beneficial to see if there are any surges from air bubbles, leaks. I understand about finding a dealer willing to look at it. It may be a Ford engine, but in reality very few Ford dealers will take in an RV.

Not sure if the engine was running but will check that. Thanks

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WILDEBILL308
Explorer II
Dec 12, 2015
Have you tried a Fleetwood dealer?
Bill
Wandering_Storm
Explorer
Dec 12, 2015
Not sure if the engine was running but will check that. Thanks
rgatijnet1
Explorer III
Dec 12, 2015
Was the pressure check done with the engine running? Not the usual procedure but can be beneficial to see if there are any surges from air bubbles, leaks.
I understand about finding a dealer willing to look at it. It may be a Ford engine, but in reality very few Ford dealers will take in an RV.
Wandering_Storm
Explorer
Dec 12, 2015
Wandering view wrote:
Pressure check was about 45 minutes. Unit is still under warranty but try to find a Ford Dealer willing to check it. I bought it in Florida and will be seeing the dealer this coming January but only expect the runaround there. If the engine blows then a new one can be installed. Maybe that's the only solution.......
Wandering_Storm
Explorer
Dec 12, 2015
Pressure check was about 45 minutes. Unit is still under warranty but try to find a Ford Dealer willing to check it. I bought it in Florida an will be seeing the dealer this coming January but only expect the runaround there. If the engine blows then a new one can be installed. Maybe that's the only solution.......
rgatijnet1
Explorer III
Dec 12, 2015
How long was the pressure check done? 5 minutes or 60 minutes can make a huge difference. A small leak that sprays on an exhaust manifold will not leave any puddle.
I assume that you are not overfilling the expansion tank and are stopping at the hot or cold line when you replace the anti-freeze.
Isn't this coach still under warranty?

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