RV Products That Damage Your RV! Black & Grey Tank Cleaning Myths

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[@DaveArtkowsky]

How much water? Is this for a gallon?

[@tarseneau8975]

The recipe mixture is 48 ounces (40 oz pine-sol and 8 oz Calgon pearls and some water. Then you have a large batch. Just use 6-8 oz each dump. More with hot weather.

[@heath8200]

6-8 oz Each time you take a dump or each time you dump tanks?

[@tarseneau8975]

Each time you dump your tank.

[@Debi0614]

Do this before or after you drain tank

[@tarseneau8975]

@@Debi0614 after your drain your tank and start fresh.

[@brianshackett5753]

Is there a ratio for an 80 gallon tank?

[@blness1957]

Jim, his team, his company and service are a class act

[@kleentank]

Thanks! We appreciate the support and kind words.

[@HaroldsAdventure]

I have been using the Calgon Pine-Sol mixture since your first video. It has been working great for us! My tank sensors have never worked better. Thank you for the information!!

[@brianshackett5753]

What is the ratio you are using for the size of your tank? Please

[@kleentank]

That's awesome! Good to hear.

[@kleentank]

@@brianshackett5753 For tanks that are 40 gallons or less, use 1/2 cup (four ounces) of the pre-mixed tank solution. For tanks over 40 gallons, use one cupe (8 ounces) per tank. In hot and humid weather, you can double the amount added. Always follow the tank solution with some water (one to three gallons) so that it gets thoroughly down in your tanks (both black and gray). Great question!

[@starnelson7899]

Yes I do use the mixture because it leaves a thin coat of very slippery agent & when I open the black tank everything goes & use the side wall water hose for 4 minutes and clean... Yes I'm a rookie at this camper stuff.. he's right on. Thank you for reading

[@enigkotik]

Hi, the first thing I would like to say is that THIS MAN KNOWS MORE ABOUT CAMPER TOILETS THAN ANYONE ELSE I'VE WATCHED. His info is the BEST I've found, and I assure you I've watched every video out there about campers because I live in mine FULL TIME. I can assure you, there are some HARD lessons that you can learn but you DONT HAVE TO lol. Sorry for the caps but this info can make or break you. Ok, so here's my experience, from living in a 2017 Jayco Jayflight. Just a simple camper with NO fancy back washing, self leveling, on demand hot water, etc. I've done both major ways of toilet flushing. The first was letting both tanks fill, dumping black, then flushing that out with gray. My first winter I ended up with a frozen mass of my own fecal matter, lovingly referred to as a POOP PYRAMID. I was without water for over 2 weeks, and had to go through quite an ordeal with adding tank heaters, and wrapping my pipes with heat tape, which is what you have to do in winter with a camper like mine that is NOT actually set up for 4 seasons use. That's another major deal but not for this video. Anyway back to my point. STOP GOING THROUGH ALL THE BS TANK TREATMENTS and treating your tank like he said, its NOT meant to hold your poop forever lol. I used those additives and had nothing but trouble, now, I treat my toilet like it is a regular one at home after I go either 1 or 2, I flush accordingly. I leave both my gray and black tanks open always. Every now and then I'll drop an anti bacterial in my black tank just to sanitize, but other than that I use no chemicals ever. If there is any smell coming from my toilet, it is coming from the tubing system going into the septic system that Im using where I live. I have a reverse flush like he showed, and it works, but not that well, especially if it's been in there for long. I have had better results using a metal wand with holes in the end that you hook to a water hose and flush your black tank from the inside going through the toilet. Then flush like regular. With the jets in the end it will actually break up the hardened matter. It's 1 degree outside as I type this message from Strafford Missouri. I am proud to say I have running water, and I can go out there right now and look at my regular accordion style waste hose and its clear. It's funny he mentioned using baking soda and vinegar, because I did that to my tub drain 2 days ago and it went from slowly draining to fast. Simple, and effective. USE LOTS OF WATER is some of the best advice anyone can give in reference to this info. Let it be known that I have no connection to anyone who made this video. I'm an actual person giving a small but very important tidbit that can help you tremendously whether you go full time or 3 times a year. Luck doesn't exist, and will get you nowhere, but the application of wisdom will get you anywhere !

[@thecherryrvlife]

We use one of the natural enzyme products - no clogs, no odors, and no issues. The secret to avoiding sludge is the golden black tank rule: lots and lots of water and flush your black tanks multiple times when dumping. Kleen Tanks "exclusive" jetter is not exclusive and they are not the only cleaners around. I am an independent tank cleaner and have a 1500 psi jetter, the same high pressure hose, and jetter heads.

[@karencupp439]

True! I am also an independent tank cleaner and have a 1500 psi jetter.

[@starhopper457]

Agreed!

[@balow2]

​@@karencupp439Hi , I'd like to start offering this service to my customers and would like to know where to purchase the jetter system you use. Thanks! I can't find much information regarding a good jetter system for this application.

[@dglass7141]

That's very interesting. I started working for the then Calgon company in 1976. It started as a small plant (no longer there) in Rockwood Michigan. We made the Calgon for the washer and bath products. Other products were add like cling free drier sheets and Lime Away. It was a good place to work. 😃

[@kleentank]

PDC Brands, which owns the Calgon brand now, provides the Calgon Bath Pearls (the recommended product) and other Calgon bath products currently. They contract with a manufacturer in China to produce the products.

[@dglass7141]

@@kleentank thank you for that update there is a group of us still staying in contact. It was a family like environment. Great memories 👍❤️

[@glendaolsen9158]

That part is problematic ​@@kleentank

[@MakingMyAbodeOTR]

When we first saw Jim on your channel we had been having a stink issue, we immediately stopped wasting our money on tank treatments. Started using Kleen Tank's recipe and things improved immensely! Now we use straight calgon as our "tank treatment" and it has been a game changer! So thankful you guys continue to make videos like this. 😊❤

[@kleentank]

That's awesome! What a great success story.

[@annbotnick8247]

We installed a Natures Head compost toilet four years ago and live in our rv full time. This has alleviated all the septic issues including gate valves, chemicals, waiting in lines, clogs, broken fittings & hoses & smells. Works for us!

[@kcwerv]

I am happy to report I followed this guys suggestions. No chemicals in our tank for the past few months. No bad orders from out tank. I do the flush at our last stop before we get back home until the tank is clean. After 3 months in the storage in including 100 degree days over the past few weeks we still didn't have any odors. It is so nice not to mess with those chemicals now. Thanks for the video on this Tom!

[@s.witzenburg4642]

I use dawn liquid dish soap and pine sol to clean my grey & black tanks., Smells amazing!!

[@kar-r5i4f]

I have a 2006 Fleetwood bounder, and for 18 years never had an issue with either the Black or Gray tank, just rinse them out every few weeks and they stay clean, no extra money, or special chemical's.

[@birdmandave]

Jim with Kleen tank seems like a awesome person. If we had that company here I would not only use the company, I would try and get a job with them

[@cjg1482]

Other than plain water in the empty black tank before use, we add nothing to either tank. We have had zero smells. I’ll always dump the black tank first and use the built in tank sprayed/flush at the end of a trip and then bump the gray tank. I’ve been doing this for many years with zero issues.

[@craig7083]

The best way to keep down black tank odor is to keep 2-3 inches of water in the bowl after each flush. Periodically I rinse the black tank with an rv water wand until clean water comes out. We use pinesol and will now try calgon.

[@kleentank]

A great solution! Remember, our tank solution is a good start, but there's no substitute to a professional cleaning first -- and then using plenty of water and, if desired, our tank solution.

[@bobabooie6389]

Just bought 16 oz of Calgon bath pearls off Amazon for about 6 bucks👍🇺🇲

[@ManunyaManya]

32 Oz in Walmart coast 6$

[@nancyk9112]

That’s lavender that also has vitamin e and aloe that’s at Walmart for little$. Is vitamin e and aloe ok?

[@ralphb.3802]

Good information. I've been using the Calgon Pine sol treatment for two camping seasons now in both black and gray tank. No clogs, no smells and my sensors work. I use the lemon scented variety. I fill and flush my black tank multiple times and store it with some water and treatment in the tanks between camping trips. On a recent camping trip our neighbor had KleenTank come and clean there tanks. Fun to watch the procedure. Thanks for the video.

[@AndreRamos-i6m]

I have used Pinesol and Calgon for a year and there is nothing better!

[@kleentank]

That's great to hear!

[@kckettridge]

Kleentank cleaned our tanks in Shipshewana, IN when we were there for a rally and one of the tank sensors didn't work properly after the cleaning. I contacted the dealer, she was going to have one of their guys come take a look at it but the guy never showed up. I texted her a couple of times after that but never got a response. I'm sold this process works well but disappointed with the follow-through after the sale.

[@BillO964]

Not familiar with the PineSol mix but have used Calgon in my tanks for years. Works great. Not ai will mix up the PineSol too. Forget the stuff they sell. This probably works better , cheaper, and better for the envirnoment.

[@pmtips4482]

Bleach will also swell the rubber seals on your gate valves to the point of barely being able to move the valves.

[@kleentank]

And not to mention that it is extremely caustic. It can be used -- in a temporary and fast situation -- to sanitize your freshwater tank, but take the necessary precautions to flush it completely out of your RV's plumbing and holding system.

[@Berrypancakes229]

It’s very little bleach The rest is more water .

[@danrambow7721]

for years, have just used some dishwasher detergent to keep things clean and flowing. But over the last few years have used a packet of yeast every two or three dumps. on our 14th year, things are flowing easily from our tanks. And of course, lots and lots of water.

[@catbird1759]

Key is to add plenty of water with your #2 business. We add 2 bags of ice before we leave for our vacation to our prior water and cleaner that we added after our dump/flush. The ics is solid at first and moves around and kinda beats inside the tank to break loose anything that happened to been left behind on the last flush. Never any stink.

[@johnlynch5221]

Bleach produces gas. I learned this horrible lesson years ago. When I opened the flush valve on a porta-Pottey. It launched the contents of the bowl all over the place.

[@Andy_Mark]

Having a nice smooth runner for your septic hose is nice. The best performing and cheapest way to do this is by picking up an aluminum gutter. This will fit nicely in your rear RV bumper in sections and when you put them together makes for a long, ridged, runner that also keeps your gutter secure.

[@yvonnelee5766]

I use 1/2 cup of borax and dawn each and I dissolve that in a bucket of warm water and I dump that down the RV toilet with plenty of water. No smells and it keeps the black tank liquified. You don't need a lot of borax, just a little. It's called the bio-geo method.

[@kleentank]

Yep. Just be careful of Borax. It's an extremely caustic chemical. In our opinion, Calgon Bath Pearls are a much better (and safer) option.

[@davidleon3588]

Thank You for sharing....We are new to Rving and appreciate any help in any way ....and will implement the processes to help keep Our tanks in Good working order...Thank You Once again for this Valuable information...😊

[@briann8785]

This is basically a variation of the Geo Method for maintaining RV tanks without the occasional use of bleach. The reasons for not using bleach seem sound. I'm curious why the use of bath pearls rather than the traditional Calgon water softener. I was not aware of the Kleen Tank service. I might have to give them a call to clean the tanks of my used, but new to me, RV.

[@VayaconChupacabra]

I love this guy, Mr. Kleen. Both of you good sirs, are doing a great justice in the world! haha I am tempted to have a Kleen associate come out and meet me at one of my next Oregon Campsites. My trailer is a 2022 coleman light 1805RB with a 28 gal black. around June of 2023 we started getting an odor in the trailer after I dumped the tanks. It would stick around for a while even after adding back in a few gallons and treatments. Just before our last trip in October of 23, I made up a batch of Kleen juice (learned about through this channel!) and added that to my tanks after dumping them.....Before our first trip of 2024 ill probably add more juice along with 10 gals of additional water, then dump once we get to site and hook up. I am really hoping to get a handle on that dank stank.

[@kleentank]

That's awesome! We're hoping to add one or two Oregon Kleen Tank dealers in 2024. Stay tuned!

[@VayaconChupacabra]

@@kleentank I most certainly will :D

[@Visiorary]

I use normal TP. Have been for years. I flush the black tank with the elbow sprayer every time. I leave the tank half full afterward. Only have trouble in the winter if it's super cold. NE Oregon.

[@susanryan622]

Thanks for the great info! I’ll be picking up a “fresh from the factory” new RV soon. It has 40gal grey/35 black tanks. How much water should I start out with in each. I’ll be doing a lot of 2 week boondocking so available volume is important to me. Grateful for the education!

[@kevink4914]

Just get some cases of beer. You will fill it up with fluid quickly 💁‍♂️😂

[@TonyB4679]

That’s exactly what happens, mine fills up within a day if a couple my buddies come hangout … 💯

[@WrenchWarrior99]

Question: why do we not want to use the liquid Calgon for laundry? And use the Calgon meant for baths?

[@youcanthide004]

Awesome, great video Miss subscriber. Thanks for all the information of New in this RV world.

[@GregBentkowski]

My question is how often should I dump the tanks. We are on a seasonal site. We do not have FHU. I have to haul the blue tote to the dump every time its full. Can I wait to they are full which could take a few weeks or should I empty them into the blue tote and start with a fresh 2 - 3 gallons of water. Also, how often should I use my internal jet cleaner. Every time I dump or can I go a few dumps before rinsing.

[@talk2hubba]

So should we get pine oil and add it to the tank?

[@loneranger8293]

Awesome video! Although we never drink from our freshwater holding tank, what is acceptable to use to sanitize the tank? We do clean the black/grey tanks using Jim's mixture. Cheers!

[@tanana2070]

When my husband drains the black tank, he closes up the grey water drain so that tank fills. After the black tank drain, he drains the grey water and that soapy dishwasher and shower water cleans out the pipes really well. Doesn't do anything for the blank tank though, just the drain pipes.

[@christopherjacob6209]

Kleenexes Tank is a good service, but the digesters info isn't real that great. If you flush well after each trip and dump 10ls of ice and a cup of Borax when traveling to your camp ground, your black tank will work well. Also if possible add a cup of Dawn dish soap to your grey tanks, and fill them with hot water, let them sit over night of possible, and drain and flush, and your never need a service like Kleen Tank

[@jonathanrenaud772]

I used just water and odour eliminator and my thanks never had issues.

[@JudyGraesch]

Depends on the shape of your tank.

[@jimhart821]

Thanks for info. What RV park is this at. Looks very nice.

[@allenbeaulieu]

Hello First thank you for these videos on black tanks I have 2 questions: 1) I am not a us resident, Where can I buy the pipe and fitting you using with your wather pressure machine? 2) We are 2 adults and we can barely go over 3 days with our 30g black thank. You reports family going 2-3 weeks. Do we use too much water. Thank you Allen

[@rosswunderlich5299]

Curious on how to maintain and clean the gray tank.

[@EnjoyTheJourneyLife]

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[@Retired5oh]

National Rv Training Academy did a KZbin video comparing black tank additives. They actually recommended them. They gave Liquified the best additive. Is he saying that NRVTA is teaching the wrong information?

[@btorr2945]

So I image to each his own applies here. The first video I saw them do was with Unique. I have been using that three years now. (Full time RVer) Does a wonderful job for me controlling odors and treating the solids. Saw the comparison video and thought I’d try Liquified because it did “liquify” better. For me though? It did not control the odor like Unique did. But? To each his own. I am sure you know everyone is different Including diets. Your crap may stink “differently” than mine. Otherwise, 3 years plus and no ill effects on the RV system. I do however just have a basic system. Toilet, tank, tube to dump valve. No sensors to worry about. I’ll also add Liquified is enzyme based while Unique is bacteria based. Both are “supposed” to be safe.

[@starhopper457]

I wondered about that too, having just come from the NRVTA myself. Bacteria are there to help digest and PineSol can kill them, which has me wondering. I’ve tried this home grown recipe and yes my tanks smelled great, but it did have me wonder.

[@btorr2945]

Really wasn’t sure why I clicked on this video. I’ve been full time RVing for just over three years now and have been treating the black tank like a septic system. Tank treatment, try to top it off with plain water just before dumping but rarely a complete rinsing. I would imagine if I have any buildup it would be on the ceiling and maybe in the corners of the black tank. The relatively small tank looks pristine inside after just dumping. Obviously cannot see the ceiling or corners, but I can say when I changed dump valves a few months ago there was no buildup on the tubing leading up to the tank. (I have one of those swivel 2 into 1 dump valves that I actually do swivel up for the added ground clearance so yes the seal started dripping from the grey tank side. 2 seals in three years is okay for me) Call me lazy, but the little money I spent on treatment does a good enough job with odors and cleaning out the tank between dumping. Maybe I’ll borrow a borescope sometime and check the ceiling and corners. Or just wait until I either quit full timing or sell the camper to get a professional cleaning(if needed). Good video though!

[@mtwofeathers]

If you come to my rv park and tell me you use pine sol. I will politely ask you not to dump. I have a septic system. And pine sol kills the bacteria my septic tank depends on to keep it working properly

[@anthonyg5055]

Can I put some bath beads and Pine-Sol in the tank then pour 5 gallons of water on top of it instead of premixing it before I leave for a trip?

[@MrTheresyourproblem]

Question.. what is the shelf life of the pine sol calgon wated mix. Can k mix it now and use next summer

[@papafredrosebush]

Wow! Great info!

[@bjones211]

This coming from the guy who wants to charge big bucks to clean out your stopped up black tank. Yeah, I believe him! 😂

[@Robnord1]

👍👍 Snake Oil

[@ThePatgaudet]

Jim we just had one of your guys out here to clean our tanks because our kitchen was filling up rather quickly. He said that we have mould in our tanks which I agree we probably do. But how do you get rid of the mould? Because our kitchen sink is still filling up rather quickly. We are able to go a little longer but still not like it used to be. The guy did an excellent job but its filling quickly

[@Robnord1]

Mold doesn't reduce the tank volume, so much of what you're saying makes no sense. I suggest you find out exactly what size the tank is, and start paying attention to how much water is going down the sink. Put a gallon of vinegar down to help freshen a grey tank. Also, do you have a washing machine? If so, which tank is it draining into? It can go to any tank...even the black. Good luck. 26 yr full timer and pro RV repairman. BTW, you can easily clean your own tanks by fill and rinse method...unless you just enjoy having someone come out to do what they do.

[@ChefRondaE]

Is there an alternative to the calgon? I cant use pinesol, so i use water and pine eo (essential oil)

[@richardpowell471]

I would like to know Jim’s thoughts on a deep cleaning on a Entegra Reatta class A with a macerator pump

[@EnjoyTheJourneyLife]

Jim’s contact info enjoythejourney.life/tank/

[@1crussell]

I'm just curious how do you get that high-pressure hose into the gray tanks?

[@EnjoyTheJourneyLife]

Very carefully

[@Robnord1]

RV tech of many years here. I knew some smart person in the comments would catch on to this nugget of deception. It's darn near impossible on most rigs to snake/hose to the grey through the main dump. It requires going in from the top, as in the vent or one of the tank entry points OR cutting pipes below. Good catch. 👍

[@donpee5204]

For a few weeks my Black Tank sensors kept giving me a full indication reading after dumping numerous times. I poured some white vinegar with dawn dish detergent & baking soda down the toilet ( full with fresh water 30 gal tank ) & let it sit for 30 min, dumped it again & it was back to normal. And yes more Sludge 💩 came out. BLT Rv'ers 🤗

[@Robnord1]

Nice! Quit the baking soda though. It can settle out and solidify like concrete, making dump valve replacement necessary. 26 yr full timer and RV repairman.

[@birdmandave]

Very good info, only bath flagon, not the other products like water softener, or dishwasher

[@birdmandave]

Kleen tank is only in 3 cities in Canada, in Alberta and Ontario. No where near me in Canada

[@MrCyruskrakow]

Great video. I was wondering, does Calgon work like a surfactant?

[@kleentank]

Absolutely! It breaks the surface tension of water, making water "watery-er" (is that a word?). Just like the old Calgon bath TV commercial, surfaces in your tanks become slippery and resistant to waste sticking on them.

[@jonandsaragalindez2930]

Because when the government made it impossible to live in a normal home and people started going towards rv life. They out there hands in it. Everything is now a shortage or you cant be approved for a rv especially with 15k down tells me exactly that

[@alive-awake]

Why not calgon water softener?

[@mikehicks7135]

Are you putting this in the grey tank as well?

[@davesauerzopf6980]

So, I put this in before I start using the tank or I do it before I flush the tank(s)?

[@EnjoyTheJourneyLife]

Before using

[@jasonwebb1113]

What about if you are hooked to a sewer system and you tanks are never full. How do you go about the maintenance for this scenario?

[@Robnord1]

Does your rig have a black tank? Are you operating with the black valve open if so? If yes to both, I'd stop it right away and begin filling the tank 3/4 or more then dump. If not, you have nothing to do.

[@GuntherSnaps]

what about a macerator pump? Do you need to use the drop in tablets to "break down the toliet paper?"

[@Sean-oy5ks]

Number 2 on our channel. I see what you did there!

[@philscott9405]

so 4oz of the tst max orange scent is a no no?

[@DustyRoosters]

Excellent information. Thank you!

[@EnjoyTheJourneyLife]

Glad it was helpful!

[@karentilbe844]

Can I use the Calgon liquid instead of the beads?? As my unit is stationary and can’t be pulled out. Thanks

[@jcastell1]

I am purchasing my 1st RV (used), I am in Texas, how much would it cost to bring my RV to you and get my tanks cleaned? This way I can start off fresh and maintain the tanks myself in the future?

[@EnjoyTheJourneyLife]

Congrats! Just contact Kleen Tank for a quote enjoythejourney.life/tank/

[@thousel9325]

Has he tried to clean a tank after they have just used his mixture for a year? Curious to see the results.

[@EnjoyTheJourneyLife]

Yes, Jim re-cleaned our tanks for one of our upcoming videos. One year of using regular toilet paper and only his tank solution.

[@thousel9325]

Oh great

[@VayaconChupacabra]

@@EnjoyTheJourneyLife any spoilers you can drop here ;)? I promise to still watch that video, of course.

[@timtank3853]

I may have missed it on ratio or amount Calgon and Pinesol per tank. Thank you

[@timtank3853]

Found it

[@Flashracer1]

Why wasn’t Calgon water softener liquid mentioned? It’s in the laundry section.Will it be harmful to my tanks?

[@kleentank]

Good question! We've ran extensive tests over the last 10 years, trying all versions of Pine-Sol (and equivalents) and Calgon (bath, laundry, dishwasher, water softener). We've found the Calgon Bath products -- and the Pearls, specifically -- to have the best results.

[@jimmycrumpler1853]

I just use plain water, has worked for 12 years

[@fastestfusionsport2363]

How do you clean the tanks when you have a Macerator pump system?

[@nepatswin]

THANKS!

[@mikevp2]

Mentioning bleach and vinegar in the same segment without emphasizing DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES MIX THEM makes me cringe. Acidified bleach is unbelievably corrosive to any ferrous metals.

[@kevink4914]

Good thing there is no metals in the 💩 system 💁‍♂️😂

[@mikevp2]

@@kevink4914 There are steel screws holding the valves together. Get that stuff on them and they're toast. The sensor probes are also metal.

[@orbnoj]

The chlorine gas that is produced can be lethal.

[@Robnord1]

Mixture of the two = Mustard gas. Highly toxic.

[@mrsmatt2010]

What is recommended to sanitize fresh tank?

[@Robnord1]

1/2 cup bleach per 50 gallons. Fill to top and let sit for hours. Dump. Fill and dump at least once. Done. I never run it through piping, as bleach can damage water valves/faucet seals. Some do, but it can cause problems. RV tech 26 yrs. Many good videos on YT on the process.

[@josephtingle9479]

So good 😮

[@peaceful5121]

As a certified and insured RV technician working on RV's since 2009. The only thing exclusive about this video is it is misleading. This video sounds like they are paying each other. What Calgon and a cap of pin sol is free with a tank treatment? WOW!! Sign me up. I highly recommend the use of the natural enzyme products - never a clog or odors. Sludge or poop slurry means that the tank does not have clumps of poop and toilet paper or fat because it was LIQUIFIED. Yes use regular toilet paper! Use lots of water and flush your black tanks. The "exclusive" jetter is not very exclusive. A tank cleaner has to have a electric pressure washer that goes to 1500 PSI. Kleen tank is not doing anything more or less than all the other cleaners. outside of marketing and franchising. There are many certified insured independent tank cleaners that have a super cool 1500 psi jetter and we all do it the exact same way with a high pressure jetter hose, and high pressure jetter nozzles.

[@Robnord1]

TRUTH. He is a slippery snake oil salesman all the way. 26 yr pro RV repairman myself. He is also faking getting all the way to the grey tank from the main dump too. That only works in a very few rigs. I'm surprised more don't call him out on that.

[@ericconklin6195]

Good video

[@rictech.]

Ok …. Years I’ve been doing this???? I use thetford liquid. I dump tank then flush tank 7-8 times flushing from top of toilet and also the clean out on side of trailer filling to top of toilet. Then I leave cap off on main line and let dry for several days. I cap ? Then put my liquid thetford with 3-4 gallons of water back in tank.. and ready for my next trip. After 30 years of same procedure? I have never ever had any problems? I also flush grey the same. I do not need to waste money on all these expensive chemicals…

[@jessicae7229]

we don't use chemicals in ours. Just water and water. but we still have a smell sometimes when we flush...??? we have to empty and flush bout every 3-4 days bc we r full time 4 in our family. any ideas or suggestions?

[@Robnord1]

Go to RV geeks channel and watch their old video on black tank usage cleaning and all will be well. 26 yr RV tech.

[@jessicae7229]

this actually helped. but since u r an rv tech.. any advice for window insulation? I'm so tired of water all over windows and walls with cold weather. we use dehumidifiers and vent while cooking and showering but still gets bad

[@Robnord1]

@@jessicae7229 Hi Jessica. There is a clear window film that sticks to inner window frame you cut to fit and tighten up using a hair dryer. Called 'window insulation shrink kit' by Frost King at Home Depot and others. You're using a real de-humidifier like a 20 to 30 pint with a compressor? If so, I'm surprised humidity is a problem. On your smell; be sure all know not to run the bathroom vent fan when flushing the toilet. Good Luck & Happy New Year!

[@jessicae7229]

thanks happy new year!

[@bobfincher1767]

I am craving chocolate milk

[@jamesthurston5529]

Sadly, the Calgon/Pinesol solution caused a significant respiratory reaction with my wife and we had to stop using it.

[@jonandsaragalindez2930]

This is what I'm worried about

[@Robnord1]

PineSol sets many folks sinuses on fire...including mine. You are MUCH better off using enzyme digesters and fill/rinse method rather than this snake oil anyway. 26 yr RV repairman and full timer

[@happiercamping-gm7jq]

How can I open my black tank when handle won’t budge 1:26 1:26

[@Robnord1]

Cal a local RV mobile repairman. I am one, and it would take me many words to describe the remedy.

[@mikemillette4936]

Hi Jim!!

[@kleentank]

Hello good sir! So nice to hear from you, brother!

[@thebrothers4311]

Has anyone ever told you that you look like Buzz Light Year 🤣🤣

[@jimcurrence3644]

Why don't y'all have a company in Oklahoma?

[@Robnord1]

Because Oklahomans (most) are smart, budget minded, and know snake oil when they see or hear it. 26 yr full timer and RV repairman.

[@jonandsaragalindez2930]

I would also like to see the comments that were removed about this business in person I saw it underneath that I was watching the video and I went to click that and it's removed

[@mcgilm69]

And just about every certified RV technician will tell you that every thing this guy told you was wrong, except for making sure to use enough water.

[@Robnord1]

I will confirm that. 26 yr RVIA certified RV repairman and full time RVer. It's all income generating snake oil nonsense

[@talk2hubba]

h2o2 35 % or 17 % ???

[@EarlBalentine]

Usually the smell is caused by bad "Air Admitness Valve or a tank vent is obstructed. If vents are blocked when you dump your tanks the tanks being drained with cause the P-traps to empty and smell with come up thru the sink drains.

[@mikeshay4866]

Don't use RV additives, just use our additive, I get it

[@Robnord1]

Oh...and call for an annual Kleenout...of your wallet.

[@kathleenrutherford733]

I reached out to his company and NEVER heard back from anyone? I was in California, now I'm in Utah maybe he isn't in those States?

[@chrisdakin4657]

I'm currently in Utah until April if you would like to reach back out maybe i can assist you.

[@kathleenrutherford733]

​@@chrisdakin4657will do, currently in Arizona for a couple weeks, thank you

[@micheleulrich-hb2ok]

I have been using dawn and calgon for laundry; but will be switching to the beads. But what about using the dawn? Coments appreciated.

[@kleentank]

Personally, we think RV owners use more than enough detergent that gets into their tanks. There's no need for more. In fact, over time, a super concentration of detergent can gel up and concentrate, causing clogs and other problems. Get a professional cleaning, use our tank solution and use plenty of water and you'll do just fine.

[@ginathompson-it1my]

Anybody ever used Red devil lye

[@solitaryrv5335]

You should research this owner...Contact me personally for information bout his actual business practices...

[@NW-Scale]

Incorrect. Happy Camper does a great job and doesn't turn to peanut butter or sludge. Verified with camera. Using YOUR method of just water, ended up with clogs every month. Using lots and lots and lots of water. This advice is meant to drum up business for your repair. Full time here.

[@Berrypancakes229]

I noticed the poop didn’t break down with the pine sole and calgon

[@jessiegatto2117]

Isn’t this the same guy that said to use bleach to sanitize a metal water heater tank? lmao, no thanks. Never use bleach on metal. Ever.

[@crutcher84]

Washing machines have metal tubs

[@dah_ditdit_dahdah]

Thought I watched this like 2 years ago?