Using the RV toilet on the road

pennysmom09 wrote:

crimmps49 wrote:
You will learn more each time you use it. We always keep water onboard in our tank so we can use the bathroom. Be sure to turn on your water pump and then remember to turn it off once you have flushed enough to slosh around in the black tank. It can be intimidating---don't be afraid to ask questions, that's what this forum is for. Happy camping!

Thanks! Even with all the mistakes with using the toilet, hooking and unhooking, slightly denting the cab with the FW, even with them slider hitch, (no 90'% turns :)' forgetting to disconnect the battery when stored, having the FW slip out and land on the jacks, (left them only a few inches off the ground saving our "bacon" whew)', finding water in the bottom of the shower in the morning, forgetting to put chemicals and water in the toilet before use....um, probably more! The first night I shed a few tears....what else can go wrong! Haha...but we learned quickly and have had fun since then, have done a flawless hook up and leveling and felt quite smug! Sorry to put it in storage, but going out again next week!

Don't be afraid to make yourself several check lists i.e. Hitching, Unhitching, last minute items...etc. If you are also going to use your fresh water tank for drinking you will want to learn how to sanitize the tank a few times during the year. As stated above...don't be afraid to ask questions...most campers love to help each other. Also keep reading this site...lots of good info. Continue making memories:)