Hi all.what is the best treatment to use in my holding tanks. ???
more water...
tank treatments are another joke perpetrated by Campers World and other rv hoodwinks..
^ I agree
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Quote from: eagle19952 on April 28, 2016, 07:55:44 PM
more water...
tank treatments are another joke perpetrated by Campers World and other rv hoodwinks..
But when the hose comes off and soaks your clothes you smell better ;D
Quote from: luvrbus on April 28, 2016, 09:07:09 PM
But when the hose comes off and soaks your clothes you smell better ;D
never wear white...even before Labor Day :)
Blue powder stuff
Biff -
The stuff you buy at the RV store is way, way overpriced for what you actually need, plus several of the types will actually kill the "good" bacteria that does the decomposition work.
My coach has a 100-gallon black/grey tank. After I drain & rinse, I put in 5 gallons of fresh water, then add one of those little enzyme tablets designed for septic tank systems you can pick up at any hardware store cheap compared to the RV store. I'm currently using ZEP Septi-Pak tablets I picked up at Home Depot - a bag of six sells for about $12 - and I've had no issues with them. Because of the size tank I have, I'll wait until it's 2/3 - 3/4 full before dumping, and have not had to add a second tablet because of malodorous fumes.
FWIW & HTH. . .
;)
Quote from: eagle19952 on April 28, 2016, 07:55:44 PM
more water...
tank treatments are another joke perpetrated by Campers World and other rv hoodwinks..
I could not agree more.
Has anybody tried a little red X.
Brewers yeast
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Since I have a house toilet, I don't have to worry about additives.
--Geoff
I don't use any tank additives. I also don't use anything anti-bacterial for soaps or cleaners either.
When I drain the holding tank, I leave a little in the tank to feed the good bacteria until I add more 'bacteria food'. :-[
I haven't noticed anything more than a light musty odor, never any strong or offensive odors. Considering what I put in the tank, I'd say I've got some GOOD bacteria in there ! :o
I inject air into my tanks, have a 24V air pump and can also use the bus air, only need 2-5 psi.
An old school charter driver will tell you, there is NOTHING that will stop that little house back there to stop stinking, once it starts...
Use your imagination, old school charter drivers did, and NOTHING works...
A skin of transmission or engine oil on the top of the water was suspected of suppressing odour while parked...
As noted, a healthy bacterial culture and some fresh water. Chemicals just kill the good bacteria, making it stink, once the perfume wears off.
Happy coaching!
buswarrior
I'm with RJ. The enzyme/bacteria stuff that is used for septic tanks works great and is really cheap. Although I really only used it sometimes when I remember to. That means most times it just works on its own like a septic tank. The only problem we have had is if the coach sits for a long time and air is not getting into the tank, the anaerobic bacteria builds up and can create quite a stink.
we use nothing but after we dump 5 times we put in a cup of A &H washing soda powder and 2 gallons of water. It cleans the tanks without doing anything. Never any odors.
Dave5Cs
Ardemco, a leading provider of RV Tanks, Toilets, Holding Tanks, and Holding Tank Level Monitors, recommends poring a half cup of laundry detergent into your potty and shower drain each time after you MT your gray and black water tanks. This helps clean up any residue which may be sticking to the top and sides of your tanks and even in your drain hose. For more information about Ardemco, click on their Ad that pops up at the top of this Forum every now and then. If you need a new Toilet, Toilet parts or accessories or need any information about RV septic systems, check them out.
Ardemco also offers Marine toilets like I have in my Eagle that macerates up the goodies and pumps them into your black water tank so there is no clogging up of the tank with bunched up TP. With this system, you don't even need to close your black water valve when you are hooked up because gravity takes care of everything. Feel free to call them at 800-253-0115 or visit their website at www.ardemco.com (http://www.ardemco.com) for all of your Tanks, Toilets, and Holding Tank needs.
Tell them Gary sent you for first class treatment. They specialize in dealing with crap. ;D
If your bus will be sitting for a while without being used, it is a good idea, if you don't have them already, to install the side spray nozzles that you install into the side of your black water tank that you hook a garden hose to. They shoot a high pressure spray pattern against the sides of your tanks so it knocks off anything left after you drain your tank. I did this on my bus and you can definitely see the excess TP chunks flow out into the drain hose after you think it is already clean.
BTW, I also use a clear RV sewer hose adapter so I can see what is coming out. This helps tremendously and they come in three different lengths of about 4", 6" and 10". I just bought a new one for my Eagle from Pacific RV Parts. They run less than $10 each there but Pacific's prices are a bit lower than most. Then you can be sure to flush your tanks completely until the water comes out clear enough to drink. (Just be sure not to use too much laundry detergent or it will taste soapy.) When it is that clear then you know you got everything out and it won't stink anymore.
Click on Pacific RV Parts Banner Ad at the top of this page when it pops up now and then for all of your RV needs. They are very knowledgeable folks and it is a small family operated business with low overhead and they ship all over the U.S. Check them out at http://www.prvparts.com/ (http://www.prvparts.com/) or call them at 888-600-4845.
Tell them Gary sent you and ask for the "Good Guy" discount.