Seneca - water pressure regulator

JimL-JAY

Advanced Member
Joined
Oct 20, 2017
Messages
96
Location
San Juan Bautista
IMG_9995.jpg
Greetings,

Upgraded my fixed setpoint water regulator to an adjustable one that is going to live onboard.

Out of the box it’s set to 45psi.

Interested in hearing what water pressure others run in their rigs (those that have adjustable regulators anyway).

Thanks!IMG_9994.jpg
 
Your top pic shows 50psi, just fyi, not sure if you adjusted it up (I don't remember what mine was set to out of the box). I have the same regulator and I have mine at 40psi. I believe in using the lowest pressure that provides just enough pressure for a decent shower is the best setting for the entire system. I may try 35 next time out. ~CA
 
Hello! I have that same regulator, and run mine just a hair above 50psi. I've heard from some that tell me that's too much, and others who tell me I'm safe as long as I stay below 60psi. Although I haven't had any problems with it set at that level, I know it doesn't mean problems won't happen. So much different information from so many sources, sometimes you don't know who to believe. But, oh man... a shower with it set just above 50psi sure is nice!! Enjoy the shower, and Happy Trails...
 
Your top pic shows 50psi, just fyi, not sure if you adjusted it up (I don't remember what mine was set to out of the box). I have the same regulator and I have mine at 40psi. I believe in using the lowest pressure that provides just enough pressure for a decent shower is the best setting for the entire system. I may try 35 next time out. ~CA


I did not adjust it, but you are correct - I’ll take a closer look, and see what taking 5PSI off does, I agree with using lowest pressure needed - thanks!
 
I would add that if 40psi seems to low for a good shower, to consider changing your shower head to an oxygenics shower head. It provides for what feels to be a much higher water pressure and flow than there actually is. ~CA
 
I would add that if 40psi seems to low for a good shower, to consider changing your shower head to an oxygenics shower head. It provides for what feels to be a much higher water pressure and flow than there actually is. ~CA


Oh yeah, I changed out the shower head a couple of years ago - the OEM one was crap......
 
We set to 55 PSI and always leave connected when hooked-up. Same regulator as yours. Not sure the gauge is very accurate though.
 
I'm not familiar with that water regulator. Could you give me the model # of the device? I was not aware that this was needed at most campgrounds. In ignorance, I've never noticed a problem. Does Jayco recommend a certain water pressure limit? Thanks in advance for your help.
Damian Neeld
Carmel, IN
2018 Seneca HJ
 
I'm not familiar with that water regulator. Could you give me the model # of the device? I was not aware that this was needed at most campgrounds. In ignorance, I've never noticed a problem. Does Jayco recommend a certain water pressure limit? Thanks in advance for your help.
Damian Neeld
Carmel, IN
2018 Seneca HJ


It’s the Renator M11-0660R - $34.50 on Amazon.

Note - you don’t necessarily need this regulator, but you absolutely DO NEED A WATER REGULATOR of some kind to protect your RV’s water lines - they are not designed for some of the high pressures (which can vary widely) found at home and when traveling.

As for setpoint 45-50psi seems to be the consensus to run it at and in my case works fine and still makes for a great shower (I have upgraded my shower head)

I believe the lower cost fixed setpoints are more in the 60-75psi range, which is also fine, but if you don’t need the higher pressure - why run it.

Hope this helps.
 
What is the small black tube going from the regulator up to that fitting? My regulator didn't come with any additional tubing. What kind of fittings did you use?

Damian Neeld
Carmel, IN
2018 Seneca HJ
 
What is the small black tube going from the regulator up to that fitting? My regulator didn't come with any additional tubing. What kind of fittings did you use?

Damian Neeld
Carmel, IN
2018 Seneca HJ

That looks like a cable tv or satellite antenna cable. It's not part of the regulator, it just looks like it in the pictures.
 
That looks like a cable tv or satellite antenna cable. It's not part of the regulator, it just looks like it in the pictures.


That is correct.

It’s just bundled with the short leader hose inside the pipe insulation that I installed. They both drop out of the wet bay to make for an easier and faster connection when I’m setting up or striking at a campground.
 
That is correct.

It’s just bundled with the short leader hose inside the pipe insulation that I installed. They both drop out of the wet bay to make for an easier and faster connection when I’m setting up or striking at a campground.

Like the idea of your leader hose and insulated cover. Did you run it all the way out side or just inside wet bay for hook up? I use speed connectors up to the inlet of the panel, but your set up is nice and clean.
 
Like the idea of your leader hose and insulated cover. Did you run it all the way out side or just inside wet bay for hook up? I use speed connectors up to the inlet of the panel, but your set up is nice and clean.


It drops outside wet bay - and yes, I use brass QD’s as well for my water hose connections.
 

Try RV LIFE Pro Free for 7 Days

  • New Ad-Free experience on this RV LIFE Community.
  • Plan the best RV Safe travel with RV LIFE Trip Wizard.
  • Navigate with our RV Safe GPS mobile app.
  • and much more...
Try RV LIFE Pro Today
Back
Top Bottom