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Re: Question about removing black tank
valhalla360 wrote: As long as the tank isn't sealed up in the underbelly (Ie, you can get to the tank without disassembling a lot of stuff), it shouldn't be a major project. I think that's probably the biggest issue I'll face. This is one of those 4 season models that's got the underbelly completely enclosed and (I think) insulated, so you can enjoy it in cold weather. I really dread removing the undercover to see what's required. Thanks for the response.539Views0likes0CommentsRe: melting plug
If it's the same pedestal plug I agree with Flute and cavie. I've seen the same thing with automotive headlamp plugs. You notice the terminals on the headlamp bulb are burned so you get a new bulb. But the female part that the terminal goes into is burned just as badly. If you don't replace both parts it just repeats the damage over and over.356Views0likes0CommentsRe: Question about removing black tank
Another concern I have about this is that the toilet in the rv doesn't have a tank on it and I'm afraid the hole through the floor is too close to the wall behind it for a residential toilet to match up with it. I'd hate to have to figure a way to move that hole forward and fill the original one. Anyone done this or have any ideas about that?539Views0likes0CommentsRe: Question about removing black tank
garyp4951 wrote: I wonder if there is room between the toilet, and black tank to install a bypass that could be undone if you decided to sell later. A very good point. I'm gonna check into that and see if it can be done. I'm thinking it may be possible since the toilet doesn't sit directly on top of the tank like in did in my travel trailer I had previously. Actually, the down pipe from the toilet is pretty long and it makes a 90 Deg turn a little ways down. In fact I have one of those whirly bird cleanout tools that has about 2-2.5 feet of flexible hose and another 2 ft of stiff plastic and when I run it down in there it uses up almost all of it before I get to what I think is the tank. I may just be able to route past the tank and just leave it in place. Thanks for the idea.539Views0likes0CommentsRe: Question about removing black tank
whereyoumakeit wrote: There are some good repair shops up in the Western NC area. I've personally used these guys before and had a great experience: https://keepcampingrvrepair.com/ Here are some good toilet options as well: https://whereyoumakeit.com/rv/best-rv-toilet/ Hope this helps! Thanks for the response and link. I looked at their site and we're outside of the radius that they say they cover. Plus, if I'm still physically able, I'd like to try to do it myself to save a few bucks. Thanks again.540Views0likes0CommentsRe: Question about removing black tank
Cavie and ScottG, That's a good point you bring up about the value of the rv after this is done. In my case it's not really a big concern. It's an 06 model to begin with so it's not extremely valuable either way. Also, it's on a permanent site and we're investing $3500 for a shed to cover it so it's most likely going to be more valuable to someone looking to use it the same way I am. Plus my wife and I had already decided to sell it in place as a vacation spot rather than a mobile rv when the time comes. Thanks for your input!539Views0likes0CommentsQuestion about removing black tank
Hello All, With my fifth wheel now permanently setup in the mountains of western NC I'm starting to consider removing the black tank and putting in a flush toilet. Has anyone done this that can advise me on what's involved? Is it a huge job? If I were to pay an rv company to do it, approximately what would they charge for this? I'd prefer to do it myself but at 61 years old with a bad back and rheumatoid arthritis I have to be careful not to bite off more than I can chew. Thanks in advance4.8KViews0likes20Comments
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