We were supposed to go on a motorhome trip on Friday, but problems with the gas in the motorhome put a spanner in the works. We thought we had already had all the problems you could have, but apparently you could have one more.
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We had planned a campervan trip ...
We had planned to at last go on a motorhome trip this weekend. We have worked for a long time to fix all the faults and get our motorhome fresh again, so now it felt really fun to go out. Considering everything we've fixed, there couldn't be any more faults right now, could there? In addition to cleaning, plastering, replacing windows, repairing lighting and getting a new interior, we have, among other things, fixed:
- Major service including cam belt replacement
- New brake pads and a new clutch cylinder
- New connection
- New starter battery and new habitation batteries
- New front tyres
- New LPG hose
After all this fixing, we thought the motorhome should be ready for new adventures. But no, we wouldn't have that much fun ...
Problem with the gas in the motorhome
To prepare for our motorhome trip, we switched on the gas, and then we discovered the new problem. The gas was not reaching the hob, oven, fridge or heating system. No matter what we did, it was completely "dead". And who wants to go camping without LPG? In our motorhome, we need the LPG to ...
- Cooking on the stove
- Cooking in the oven
- Keeping the fridge cold (even electricity works, when we have a cable connected).
- Get heat inside (even electricity works, when we have an electric cable connected).
Since nothing worked, we realised that it might be a problem with the LPG regulator. The regulator sits between the LPG tubes and the pipes in the motorhome, and regulates the gas pressure.
Trying to solve the problem
We first drove to Gasolfyllarna in Järfälla. The man in the shop was very helpful and accompanied us to the motorhome. He couldn't solve the problem but suggested we do a LPG test at the car test centre or go to their shop in Örebro, which would have better resources. What should we do?
We drove past the nearest car test centre, but they didn't have time at the time. Instead, we called Gasolfyllarna in Örebro who thought we should "reset" the regulator on the "yellow button". We later realised that there are yellow buttons on other regulators, but ours had none... But if it was the regulator that was wrong, could we simply buy a new one?
CampService in Haninge
We called Caravanhallen in Haninge. They said that they usually have this type of regulator, but that they did not have any at home right now. Instead, they recommended us to contact CampService in Haninge. We called, were told that they had ONE regulator of the right model, and off we went. It turned out to be the right decision.
Replacing the gas regulator
At CampService we were told that regulators can deteriorate over time. The greatest risk, according to them, is apparently if you fill up with LPG instead of buying new tubes, as oil can then accumulate in the regulator (if we understood them correctly). We have always bought new tubes, but on the other hand, the motorhome is a few years old.
We bought a new regulator (1765 SEK) and stood in the car park outside CampService and installed it. We hoped for a miracle, but .... no. The stove was still completely dead when we tested!
On the new controller there was a "yellow button", so we tried to press this, but it didn't help. The stove was as dead as before.
We went back into the shop, looking (probably) a bit disheartened, and asked if we could possibly make an appointment for service. The man in the shop looked a bit puzzled. He said they were short of time before midsummer, but dropped everything in the shop and followed us out.
He peeked both inside and outside, then did the trick of "pressing the yellow button and". twist". Voilá, suddenly the cooker, fridge, oven and everything worked. Fantastic!
This was our first visit to CampService in Haninge, and it was a very positive visit. We really appreciated the personal treatment and that they took the time to help us. Can highly recommend a visit here sometime if you need to!
How did our motorhome trip go? No, this day there was no tour, but maybe we will try again today.
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Anna / boihusbil.se says:
But so messy, nice it is fixed now at least. Hope you get away today!
06 June 2020 - 7:36
Helena says:
Thank you very much! We got away! 😉
06 June 2020 - 15:28
Bear says:
Exactly the same error on our 670 sl. Feel free to install a gas filter with health Kerstin and Bj3.
07 June 2020 - 11:11
Matts Torebring says:
If Peter were not so technical, things would not be going as well as they are for you. I myself would go mad. Problems with LPG can be as much in new vehicles as in used ones. In our last brand new motorhome, there was also no LPG when we started it before the first trip. Then the fault was "heard", a gas hose was hanging straight out into the void and was not attached. In our last (complete) motorhome, we have an automatic electronic shut-off of the gas. This caused a bit of a headache the first evening. Hope you have a nice weekend after all.
06 June 2020 - 8:21
Helena says:
Unbelievable that the hose was not fitted! You'd think they'd have to do checks!??
06 June 2020 - 15:29
Lena - good for the soul says:
Soooo frustrating with errors like that! Nice to meet someone who knows what customer service is. Nice that they could also solve the problem. Keep your fingers crossed that you get away now!
Hug Lena
06 June 2020 - 9:22
Helena says:
Yes the customer service was good! And that means a lot!
06 June 2020 - 15:30
Husis blog says:
Such problems are never fun. There is almost a feeling of powerlessness in the end when everything is tried, replaced etc. Good workshop that received you, indicates good customer service.
Let's hope you can get out and about.
06 June 2020 - 9:35
Helena says:
We were very happy with the reception and service! Feels important when you have problems like this.
06 June 2020 - 16:26
Ama de casa says:
But what a mess! It's good that it worked out in any case 🙂 .
Hope you have a great National Day trip!
06 June 2020 - 9:59
Helena says:
Thank you! 🙂
06 June 2020 - 16:26
Majk says:
Would highly recommend a LPG filter, otherwise you will soon have problems again with the MonoControl.
06 June 2020 - 10:31
Helena says:
Yes, we must try to fix it. They didn't have any in stock, so it's important to remember that in the future. Thank you very much!
06 June 2020 - 16:26
Åsa / husbilsresa.se says:
But oh how I feel for you! Talk about the law of everything being fucked up. So heavenly good that it worked out!
06 June 2020 - 11:51
Helena says:
It was a pretty tough day, but it ended well!
06 June 2020 - 16:27
4000mil says:
Bad luck when you were travelling and all!
Christofer has started to look into motorhomes as well. Or preferably an expedition vehicle that he can build himself. 🙂
06 June 2020 - 14:03
Helena says:
It sounds exciting! But then he has a lot of work to do, we think 😉 .
06 June 2020 - 16:29
Lisa says:
What bad luck you have, let's hope that it turns around and that you can enjoy the motorhome and feel that all the investments have paid off. Have a good time on the trip.
06 June 2020 - 16:42
Helena says:
Thank you very much! Yes, it will work out in the end, we hope 😉.
06 June 2020 - 18:54
BP says:
It could have been worse. I mean, it could have happened on a glorious summer day. Today it's raining, so it might feel less bad. But a big praise to CampService in Haninge! Hope you and more motorhome owners favour the company in the future.
06 June 2020 - 17:15
Elisabeth says:
Too bad about your many setbacks with the motorhome. Now it will still happen, so you can enjoy the beautiful nature. Have a great time!
06 June 2020 - 18:40
Mr Östen Eriksson says:
Had to change the regulator last year and then the fitter said that the warranty on the regulator was only valid if there was a filter between the tube and the regulator.
06 June 2020 - 20:51