Are RV sewer hose supports necessary?

[GravelRider]

We just got our travel trailer a couple months ago and have only been out a few times. Thus far, we've only ever boondocked or dry camped, and plan to continue camping this way for probably 90+% of our camping. In a couple of weeks we're leaving for an 11 day trip where we'll be staying in a full hookup spot two nights (not consecutive). Realistically, I will probably empty the grey water tank a time or two (long showers by my wife), and might empty the black once right before we leave. The hose supports seem like an unnecessary expense and packing bulk for only occasional use. Is this really necessary at most campgrounds?

[LarryJM]

mobeewan wrote:
I bought some white half round vinyl gutter from Lowe's to use as trays in my 2 vinyl fence post sewer hose carriers for sliding the hoses in and out.
I use them to support the hose at the proper slope if needed. I use stacks of scrap wood pieces to support the gutters.

I have and always use the same thing and also use my extra wheel chocks as supports for the gutter sections. I have two 10' gutter lengths cut into 8ft a 6ft and a 4ft length. The 8ft I store in my in vinyl fence post bumper along with my hoses and tank flushing wand. The other two I store in my rear pass thru. I like to use them since the not only give a good even slope from the trailer outlet to the sewer inlet. but also keep the sewer hose straight for best drainage and flushing. It takes no real extra time to set up and use them when connecting to the sewer.

Larry

[Bobbo]

bucky wrote:
I've got 120 gallons of tank. If I want to walk that far I'll walk to the beach. The park mentioned was a SC state park. A new environmental policy, not sure if fed or state.

But, you don't have to walk the whole 120 gallons, just the remainder in the hose after the 120 gallons finishes draining.

[bucky]

I've got 120 gallons of tank. If I want to walk that far I'll walk to the beach. The park mentioned was a SC state park. A new environmental policy, not sure if fed or state.

[pbeverly]

I only empty when tanks are full without any supports. When the grey is basically done I left the hose near the camper and work my way to the sewer connection to get what is left out. Whole lot easier and quicker than messing with the supports.

[mobeewan]

I bought some white half round vinyl gutter from Lowe's to use as trays in my 2 vinyl fence post sewer hose carriers for sliding the hoses in and out.
I use them to support the hose at the proper slope if needed. I use stacks of scrap wood pieces to support the gutters.

[pianotuna]

Hi Bobbo,

Some times the sewer connection is 4 or 5 inches above the ground. In that case a support might be useful, but not essential.

[Bobbo]

mdcamping wrote:
only boondocked once or twice, my trailer has a low sewer connection, been multiple times where my accordion sewer hose supports has come in handy on full hook up sites.

Mike

How did they come in handy above just laying the stinky slinky on the ground?

[mdcamping]

only boondocked once or twice, my trailer has a low sewer connection, been multiple times where my accordion sewer hose supports has come in handy on full hook up sites.

Mike

[bukhrn]

I bought one because it seemed like a good idea after watching others with them, and "walking" the hose several times, but I've only had to use it a few times, actually stayed at one place that had the pipe about 8 inches higher than my outlet, in that case I still had to Walk the Hose.

[Flan]

Lousy, till you need one! I started in 2017 and never used (needed) one until our last trip. Slight uphill to the sewer connection and the stink pipe was about 8” above the ground. I got tired of walking the 2 lengths of hose out and when we passed a Walmart I stopped and spent the 30 bucks. Made life a lot easier, less cuss words the last few tank dumps.

[GravelRider]

Thanks for all the replies. I think I'll pass on this purchase.

[schlep1967]

I bought a fifthwheel for the convenience of having my own services in my unit. When we camp for a weekend and have full hook-ups we use them. We take normal long hot showers (sometimes 2 a day) and will drain the grey water Saturday afternoon. I use a plastic expanding hose support for the stinky slinky. Once I am set up I don't need to handle the poop pipe again until I break down Sunday after lunch. I just pull a handle and walk away for a few minutes. No need to pick up the stinky slinky and walk it to the drain.

Do you need one? Based on your example of the kind of camping you do, probably not.

[BB_TX]

On the other hand, I always use mine. After draining the tanks the slinky is also fully drained. I watch others "walking" the water out of their slinky that was laying on the ground with the park dump pipe several inches above ground and wonder why people don't use them. Folded up it takes very little room. And it keeps the slinky off the rough concrete or paved or gravel site pads.

[jdc1]

Waste of money, time and space. But, it you want to help with the economy.....

[Big_Katuna]

I carry one. We half time. I use one occasionally for a reason I haven’t read yet and why I bought one.

We camped at a campground And the dirt around the pad was red clay. After a week of on and off rain the sewer hose was coated with red clay. A real dog to clean off.

So I bought a support to use when it’s a muddy site.