HappyKayakers
Well-known member
The last time I dumped the black tank last week something blocked the exit pipe towards the end of the dump. So, this week I spent a lot of time trying to clear the blockage from the street side - no luck. Finally tried the SanTFlush. Lo and behold, it was draining. But wait! Close the valve and it's still draining Now what. Drop the front half of the underbelly to see where everything is and make sure the cable is still connected. (Note to factory: I'd be more than happy to pull handles on individual pipes instead of using the cable actuated valves.) Cable still attached and moving valve, just not closing all the way. Take the valve out and clean the expected TP out of the slot. Also found the piece of plastic (pic below) stuck in the pipe. How the heck did that get in there? The black tank is ........ well, black. The piece of plastic is sort of milk bottle opaque. Removing the valve is a real pain in the neck due to the lip on either side of the casing. Still working on final adjustments, may need new gaskets. Would've been a lot easier if the drain valves were on the exposed pipes. Excuse me, I need to take a few more showers. It's unbelievable how much dirty water will continue to drain after you think the tank is empty.