Macerator system

Mine is a built in. Takes about 15 mins to empty both the black and grey tanks if they're both pretty full. It also depends on the distance the sewer is away from the coach. I've pumped about 150' from the coach and it seemed to take a little longer but I was only emptying the grey tank.

PROS: Easy to dump. No mess, You can eat a sandwich while dumping..:W...easy to store. It's a MUST for any coach we buy. I've had two.

CONS: Takes longer to dump. Annual maintenance, for me anyway, is to disassemble the pump and clean out any hair or debris left on the blades. Impeller needs to be replaced about every five years. $60 item, 15 mins work.

Hope this helps...Dennis

Freebird1958 wrote:
With myself being new to rv`ing, I am complying a list of what we want on our coach. Does a macerator system a must or not. Any pro or cons comments are appreciated.

There are no cons, and you do need it if the slurry is to go uphill or a long distance. I have a Flojet which I rarely have to use but it is there if I need it. Highly recommended and properly cared for it is a one-time investment.

Freebird1958 wrote:
By using these macerator systems. What is the time frame during dumping?

Depends on the type. Some have the system permanently mounted. For them it is quick.
I have to attach the Flow Jet and uncoil the hoses. It does take longer but I mainly use mine to clean tanks at home. Pump up to 100 feet away.

By using these macerator systems. What is the time frame during dumping?

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I have one of these and really like it. Rather than stopping somewhere to dump, I can drive home and empty the tanks at my leisure. I use a garden hose and pump about 100 feet slightly uphill into my septic system clean out. I use non-formaldehyde chemicals in the black water tank. The pump usually gets a couple of breaks during the pumping out to avoid overheating.

Matt B

You could Build Your Own Macerator Pump.

I have the SEWER SOLUTION and really like it. The main advantages are 1. cleaner to use, not messy at all and 2. can drain 20 feet away if necessary without having to 'walk it'. I only use the stinky slinky when need to dump at dump station, which is not very often at all.