Alfred622
Rochester, MN
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I noticed a "spill" under our Class A about where the driver rear tires are. I thought it might be hydraulic fluid leaking from a Kwikee level jack near the wheel. However, I went to work on it a few days later and the "spill" looks like it evaporated. If I had a leaking hydraulic line, would that have evaporated in a few days?
I also noticed there was a lot of condensation on the gas tank of our MH. If there was a huge amount of condensation, that might have made the puddle. I'd guess the puddle was maybe 3' x 2' in size.
The fluid seemed clear also. Likely water?
Alfred
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romore
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Hydraulic oil has a rather distinctive smell and will leave a stain. Run your finger across and take a sniff. If not water you will be able to tell the difference.
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Mustang7370
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Dexron III or any other trans/hyd fluid will not evaporate
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haddy1
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A full tank of cold soaked fuel added to a warm moist spring day equals A LOT of condensation.
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ArchHoagland
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Last week I spilled about three quarts of used Dexron III on my concrete pad where I keep my motorhome after changing the transmission fluid.
I'm here to tell you that stuff doesn't vanish by itself!
Had to use a degreaser twice over a couple days to clean it up.
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I've found liquid on the ground next to an inside dual tire that had me guessing. It turned out to be the neighbor's cat; needless to say what the liquid was! 
Eric
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Alfred622
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Thanks All! Enjoyed the story about the Cat! I think haddy1 figured it out. I checked my fuel tank on a warm moist day after a cold night. You're right, that can generate a lot of condensation!
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