Emptying Holding Tanks

Just don't understand some peoples attitudes towards dumping tanks. After all, Its just poop, and at least its your own. And lots better than changing diapers and kids, especially those of us that used and had to wash cloth ones. Done right, there is no mess and little odor. Of course, there are those times (and if it hasn't happened to you, it will) when something goes wrong, or a pipe comes loose..... like they say, s--- happens!

I do ours all the time, and I am 77 years old and getting older. Do have to get DW to help with some stuff low to the ground, but we have managed so far. No real weight involved.

Don't get a RV with electric dump valves to make it easier. My experience is that about half the time you have to crawl under the trailer with a hex key to make it work. You can have a permanent macerator pump installed and the outlet would be a lightweight garden hose size hose.

georgelesley wrote:
My 67 yr old 5' tall DW does ours all the time. We trade off who does what.

I wish I could get my 51 yo DW to help with mine. If it involves excrement (of any kind/animal) it automatically becomes my job:(

Any unit that you are buying ask the dealer/seller to demonstrate the routine for you. make your decision then not after the sale.

My 67 yr old 5' tall DW does ours all the time. We trade off who does what.

In had a severe heart attack and have a pacemaker/ICD.
You should be fine as far as dumping.
Your condition may sway you towards one type RV over another and you may want to get certain options to make your life easier but dumping will not be a problem.

Since you drove truck you may enjoy/be more comfortable with a 5th wheel
You already know how to hook up and driving that should be a piece of cake for you

If it is difficult for you to reach under to pull the handles, perhaps they can be extended. There are electric valves for push button ease as well.

TheCalicoCruisers wrote:
I was just wondering how hard it is to empty the tanks. It's something I need to know before buying an RV. I have cardiac issues and don't want to find out it's too heavy after it's too late. I guess what I'm asking is approximate weight of the tools involved. Thank you.

If you are referring to the Black & Gray normal tanks on any RV, there are no tools required. You only have to hook up your sewer hose approx. 5 lbs. and then pull out and push back in the handles to your tanks.