Macerator pumps

FireGuard wrote:
Does anyone use a macerator pump rather than the 3" hose?
From the videos it looks pretty good.

I seldom use my stinky slinky, but still take it camping. The Macerator is not bullet proof, and can fail, so the stinky slinky can still do the job. I have been using mine since about 2006, and it has failed about 4 times. I have discovered if you run about a table spoon of oil (cooking, motor oil, transmission fluid, or ...) after each use you will reduce if not eliminate failures. There is a screw on the bottom of the pump that can be turned with a screwdriver. Turn it the wrong direction, and you will destroy the rubber/buna impeller. It typically cost $40 to $50. I made this mistake two times.

FireGuard wrote:
I'm planning on using one for my toyhauler that I keep parked on 5 acres I have in the mountains where I spend a night or 2 each week.
I thought of drilling a hole about 5' deep and dumping in that. With the little use, the water would seep into the ground and the waste would decompose.

May not be a good idea. Some folks might take exception to it and the fines could get pretty ugly.

FireGuard wrote:
With the pump I could run a hose 50-100' away from the RV as it slopes down.

You could do that, but the question is what would be the consequences if it was discovered?

FireGuard wrote:
What are some of the better brands and any pros and cons?

You can build your own, but I question the savings after buying the necessary parts. A Macerator designed for RV use is very simple and turn key. This one Flojet 18555-000A, Portable RV Waste Pump, 12 Volt DC, Macerator, Includes Carrying Case, is plug and play (switch, fuse, RV adapter, water flush inlet, and case).

Wayne