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Lantley
Sep 11, 2015Nomad
allen8106 wrote:DutchmenSport wrote:
I've had a Barker 32 gallon blue tote for about 15 years now (same one). We take it with us every time we are at at a campsite that does not have full hook-ups, even if it's just a week-end trip. I've towed that tote several hundred miles now between campsite and dump station, and it has been worth every penny we paid for it. About 4 years ago I replaced the wheels as the rubber literally disintegrated on me from so much use. I put original stock wheels back on and it's been in service ever since, going strong. We used it just last Saturday again.
Everyone does their own style of camping. But this is one trailer owner that does not like to break camp once settled in. For us, the tote is priceless!
I also use it at home to flush my tanks out when needed. I have the ability to either dump on the ground or into my septic tank (depending upon which tank I'm cleaning out).
Storing is no problem. It has it's place in the garage when not in use. When in use, it rides in the pick-up truck bed. Gravel, sand, dirt has never been a problem with the tote. A simple trick I have found is to always have a length of rope around to help pull it out of a soft spot near the camper. Once on the road, it tows with no problem.
Our tanks (3 of them) are 25 gallon also. So there's never a problem with over spilling. So, this is one happy camper that has been extremely satisfied with his tote and use it all the time.
I never leave home without it! You just never now what might happen.
For the OP, I think you'll be glad you have one too. After a couple times of use, you'll be glad you have it, for the simple reason you do NOT have to break camp. When holding tanks are smaller, moving the camper every day or every couple days is a real pain.
Good luck! Enjoy your new toy! .... even with the "Ewww!"
Same here except we have the 42 gallon model.
I also use a 42 gallon tote when required. I sold my 32 on Craigslist and purchased 42.
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