Barry_J
Jun 20, 2018Explorer
Sewer
I have a 2003 Four Winds Travel Trailer , that is parked at the camp ground all year, it does not move. I just bought it, there is skirting around the whole camper, and around back is a stone wall aro...
sgfrye wrote:chindog wrote:
What maillemaker said is absolutely true. The key is to use lots of water when flushing, and dump only when at least 2/3 full. You can also get an extension valve handle so you don't have to crawl under your rig to empty the tanks.
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I always start with 3 or 4 gallons in tank and never dump before it's at least 3/4 full. If it's not that full I use water hose to finish filling. A full tank dumps better. After dumping I fill tank again to full capacity with water hose and dump again. I don't use chemicals anymore. These aren't septic tanks they are short term holding tanks. Several days in 90 degree weather and no sewer odors as long as your tank vents work properly. And seals are in good shape