popping noise in auto leveling system

[Liebealb]

We bought our 2013 36RL redwood in Nov of 2017. Since we have been using it this winter in AZ we have been hearing a loud popping noise in the leveling system. At times it pops so hard that the RV shakes. We have added the Cat anti-stiction oil, the noise became less for a while but it is back with a vengeance lately. Any one have any suggestions

[travelin' texans]

Need to wipe/spray the tubes with silicone spray & then operate them once. When extended for long periods I think the fluid bleeds off a bit.
Factory techs told me that if extended for long periods to wipe the dust off of tubes & spray with silicone weekly or at least a couple times a month.

[piper guy]

And to add to what Danny said, it helps a bunch to have the jack pads on wood blocks or pads such as SnapPads. Also, keep the jack stroke (extension) as short as you can. Coach will be more stable. I wouldn't hesitate to add more of the CAT fluid too. Just remember to retract the slides and jacks before removing some and filling some

[mhs4771]

I wonder what would happen if you removed as much of the cheap fluid that Lippert put in and replaced with a good quality synthetic fluid?? Might be worth a try.

[brenkco]

Lippert recommends replacing 1 quart of fluid with fork oil.

Here is the article:

https://www.lci1.com/images/support/lipsheet/0295.pdf

I've attached a photo of the oil I used.

It stopped the popping for me.

Ken

[r time soon]

I also used the Torco brand RFF. If you have a motorcycle shop near you they should carry it. It is racing fork fluid used in off road motorcycles. Eliminated 98% of the noise in my front leveling legs.

Chris
2012 36RL