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Topic: Onboard Water Pump

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jan1910

20/6/2021 at 2:09pm
Location: Northern Ireland
Outfit: Bailey unicorn Barcelona

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Recently changed caravan to a Bailey unicorn barcelona that has a onboard water pump, however it was so noisy, the dealer gave us a new pump, but it has made little difference. Any suggestions to get the noise level down

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20/6/2021 at 7:41pm
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It should be mounted on some little grey rubber feet to remove vibration through the floor. I have seen then additionally mounted on a foam mat to add to the solution. Any additional sound proofing around it will help but not too much, it needs to remove any heat when running.

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Romatone

02/7/2021 at 4:44pm
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Hi Jeanette, I have a Bailey with an internal pump. Yes they are reasonably noisy . Just when they’re refilling and emptying of course You say it’s a 2 berth ( not a fixed bed) in which case it’s in your living area , then it is more noticeable.. what do the dealers say ? When you can listen to others it maybe something you have to get used to.
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mnlatham

02/7/2021 at 8:58pm
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We have an onboard pump in our Swift. After time you just get used to it.

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via mobile 03/7/2021 at 12:19pm
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Yes, they tend to be noisier but the better water flow is worth it.
You can reduce the noise a little bit by simply replacing the 4 securing with rubber anti vibration bolts.
As above though, you may find that you get used to it.
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morepints

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I had this on our Swift; as well as the transmitted noise through the mountings, I suspect the board itself was acting as a soundboard. I bought an equipment vibration mat and glued it to the board then remounted the pump. It has reduced the noise to a more acceptable level.

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