I am new to the BAC. We recently bought our first diesel pusher. 2005 Beaver Monterey. I have been reading technical support bulletins all winter in preparation of getting the motorhome. I must say, I am very impressed with the support in this community.
First post.
I have been chasing air leaks. Found several on the main tanks which are located on the passenger side storage between the frame rails. I have read many posts where members routinely curse the swivel push-to-connect fittings. Clearly with good reason. There are 5 leaking swivel connections on the two tanks. They all leak at the swivel. As luck would have it most of the fittings are located near the top of the tank with minimal clearance to the motorhome floor above. Some fittings I was able to remove, but others are stuck fast. The fitting above the 7/8 wrenching surface is larger, so there is limited space to get a wrench on it. I have pulled as hard as I dare using a 7/8 open end wrench. I can feel the brass starting to deform. There is very little room to get ahold of it with anything else. My typical stuck bolt go-to ideas like breaking out the torch do not seem advisable in such cramped spaces. I did try some penetrating oil, but given the amount of sealant on these fittings, I wonder how well it will be able to penetrate.
I searched the forum as I assume I am not the the only one to face this predicament. I did not find any articles other stuck-fittings techniques or tools I should try. Can you point me to posts if they exist or share your advice. Your wisdom would be very appreciated.
PS: I hope to never have to service any of the fittings on the far end of the tanks as they extend into the Hydro-hot bay, overtop of the fresh water tank. How does one access those fittings should they become a problem?
