Sf49erfan Report post Posted December 17, 2016 I have a Cummins 525 hp ISX engine in a 2006 Monaco Executive. The coach is in the shop due to a breakdown. I was told the problem was I needed a new hydraulic fan motor- which I had to get from salvage yard because Monaco/Roadmaster doesn't have any, otherwise a 4 month wait. Anyhow, the shop called yesterday to say Hey, your fuel transfer pump is leaking and also needs to be replaced, it's leaking onto the starter and is a fire hazard. Gonna be $1600 for the part. Is this something that needs to be done now? Will it really catch on fire? Unsure of how long it has been going on. Can we finish our drive from TX to WA and have it dealt with in WA? Is it something that someone who isn't mechanically inclined able to do? Sorry for so many questions. Now to this motorhome stuff and am beginning to wonder if we got a lemon, seems we have one issue after another. Tracey Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hermanmullins Report post Posted December 17, 2016 Tracey, Welcome to the Forum. Where are you in Texas? What repair shop are you in? Contact Colaws RV Salvage in Carthage, MO I will send you a message just as soon as I get their number. By some chance do you have the part number for the fan motor. Herman Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hermanmullins Report post Posted December 17, 2016 Tracey, Here is the information. Colaw RV Used Parts 10389 Cimerron Rd. (I-44) Carthage, MO 64836 877-5482125 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sf49erfan Report post Posted December 17, 2016 hermannmullins The coach was towed to Lodestar Truck Group/Corley Wetsel Freightliner shop in Abilene, TX. I don't really need salvage info, I have already found the hydraulic fan motor from Visone Salvage. Colaw didn't have one. My question is regarding the fuel transfer pump: Your fuel transfer pump is leaking and also needs to be replaced, it's leaking onto the starter and is a fire hazard. Gonna be $1600 for the part. Is this something that needs to be done now? Will it really catch on fire? Unsure of how long it has been going on. Can we finish our drive from TX to WA and have it dealt with in WA? Is it something that someone who isn't mechanically inclined able to do? Sorry for so many questions. Now to this motorhome stuff and am beginning to wonder if we got a lemon, seems we have one issue after another. Thanks, Tracey Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfe10 Report post Posted December 17, 2016 Tracey, If you are really asking if it is safe for diesel fuel to be leaking onto a high amp electrical "spark producer", I hope/suspect you already know the answer-- it is NOT. Even if it were not a fire hazard, you could ruin the paint on your toad and back of coach coating it in diesel fuel. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
desertdeals69 Report post Posted December 17, 2016 Check with Air Dog to see if they have a transfer pump that will work. I got a complete transfer pump and dual filter assembly for my Cummins ISB 275 for $550 and they had the pump only for $250. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dickandlois Report post Posted December 18, 2016 Tracey, Desertdeals mentioned Air Dog and a second option might be a FASS fuel pump and or one of there complete fuel systems. A replacement pump with the proper power connector to connect directly to the existing connection will reduce some of the labor time. A mounting kit maybe required for an aftermarket pump also. Note, check with the replacement suppliers on the current requirements of a lift pump replacement. They both make a pump that will function well if used to replace the OEM unit. The High Pressure pumps require around 30 amp supply and the OEM / ECM's often have a 20 amp maximum current. The pump power is supplied from ECM. So have the repair center check with Cummins regarding the maximum current the ECM on your engine can supply! A relay and fuse can be added to the Chassis circuit to cover a high current pumps power requirements. Rich. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Carmar122 Report post Posted December 18, 2016 Just did a lift pump in my 04 tradition. About $800 at cummins. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
five Report post Posted December 19, 2016 On 12/17/2016 at 10:43 AM, sf49erfan said: ...Gonna be $1600 for the part. Is this something that needs to be done now? Will it really catch on fire? Unsure of how long it has been going on. Can we finish our drive from TX to WA and have it dealt with in WA? Is it something that someone who isn't mechanically inclined able to do? ... Cost, time, drive, and who will fix it are all irrelevant...if it catches on fire! Get it fixed. I've landed an airplane on fire...you don't want to be driving and have the MH catch fire. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hermanmullins Report post Posted December 19, 2016 Quote Can't imagine being in a plane that is on fire. If a motor home is on fire at 60 MPH it doesn't take much to stop and get out. Not to easy to pull over and get out of a plane at 5,000 feet. I have jumped from a plane, but it was by desire not necessity. Herman Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jleamont Report post Posted December 19, 2016 $1600.00 seems a bit steep for just the part. Since its there, leaking, potential fire hazard or further damage to the fuel system if not fixed, I would ask them to show you, if its really leaking I would have it fixed. Given the situation, it sounds like you really don't have a choice that sounds it will end on a positive note. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
