Proper black tank usage and cleaning.

[@patbullard9276]

I am a full timer for the past five years and always try to keep my tank very clean. Thanks for your information , which I find to be very accurate. But one thing that I would like to add I’d, using my factory clean out is good but I still, about once a month, find it helpful to use the old fashioned stick wand and go through the toilet from the inside using a hose for a better clean out. I have tested using the wand after cleaning with the factory system and managed to get a lot more waste cleaned out using the wand.

[@marckarstaedt5078]

Helpful. Thank you. Please consider providing links to recommended products in the comments.

[@azexpertshorts2284]

Welcome to KZbin the content monster always needs to be fed! 😊

[@Thatrvtech]

You got that right! as you have had great success here, ill always appreciate any feedback you have on my content! you were one of the reasons I pursued this whole thing, never realized the demand for RV content.

[@BoTaylor-y2v]

What enzymes do you recommend? I didn’t see it listed?

[@justinsimon2074]

Thanks for all the info, extremely helpful. I’ve got an issue with black water value becoming tough to open all the way. Any maintenance or tips for resolving that issue

[@jc0d67556]

Great content! I would love to see anything you have about propane refrigerator maintenance and generator and solar system maintenance.

[@kimby59]

Thanks Nick I'm going to checkout your other videos too. Keep them coming. I love to learn. 😊

[@BigSkyLandDevelopments]

Thank you for taking the time to educate myself and I'm sure others.

[@barrymarootner504]

Hey RV Tech. New sub here and full timer in a 1995 Monaco dynasty. In future videos (this is the first I’ve watched so maybe your newer videos have it) when you recommend something like the chemicals for the tank could you please post a link or more info in the description or comments? I understood one of the chemicals you mentioned but had a hard time hearing the other. My hearing is not the best anymore either. Thanks for the info. I’ll check out more videos soon. This summer for me has been educating. Hot water heater, air conditioner, and inverter have all decided they wanna take a break. Well being broke I can’t afford to hire anyone so I’m learning lots from peoples videos. Kinda sucks when ya have old appliances and stuff because most videos cover newer models. But I’m getting close to having all these issues dealt with. Well anyways, thanks again for the videos. Goodby from Eugene OR.

[@bryanmontgomery4050]

Fill black tank then dump it, flush drain lines with the grey water. Keep plenty of water and surfactant/deodorant in the black tank all the time. Hot water will melt waxes, soaps, fats, oils and grease. When they melt they MUST be flushed well or you just made a big plug that will find a low spot and eventually cause a plug in the system.

[@stac01]

I’m so excited for this channel!!!! Here from your TikTok and I’m a full timer I have been off and on since 2014. Just want to learn so I can fix it myself!

[@epiphanieswithtiffany7631]

Very helpful! Looking forward to your next videos

[@kakelso]

Great advice, but what happened to the black tank mock-up video? I don't see it on the channel. I'd like to see that!

[@vinnysuecaruso7139]

Love the video!! Please hold your phone horizontal when filming, it’s much better for viewing purposes. Thanks

[@Thatrvtech]

I started all this on tiktok so it’s just habit unfortunately, when I start using the GoPro it won’t be an issue 👍

[@gorvyourself]

I’m 200! Congrats sir on your success and hope you get even more here on KZbin.

[@kevinsaramatthews4693]

Great video and look forward to more! How about valve maintenance? My black and grey valves get tough to open or close sometimes. Is there something to spray into the valve or? Mine don’t have cables just straight pull handles.

[@tammyslack6070]

Minor hard to open to and close I wish I could get an answer for that can you spray it with WD-40 or what ?

[@sharonschlosser599]

I was reading that putting a mixture of pine sol, calgon ageless bath pearls and water will help and clean the sensors. What is your take on this mixture for use in the black tank?

[@my73Thing]

One thing I do is I use a tub in my kitchen sink. Once it am done with hand washing or light dish washing I use that water and dump in the toilet/blank tank.

[@bmcdecon70]

Thanks Nick! All great info!

[@eziodeldegan414]

I kept hearing salads, and how they build up in the black water tank, salads this and salads that....what?...??....oh wait its Solids!...lol....:)

[@Mojo32]

I heard the same, you weren't alone 😂

[@tarrynekellam4147]

How do you feel about changing out the original toilet for a compost toilet ?

[@pattinewman5186]

I really like this video. But, I have another problem. We own a 2020 Keystone Cougar half-ton and cannot get rid of the formyahide smell. We bought an Ozone machine, and bought chemicals off the internet that worked for a while but the smell keeps coming back. Can you help us?

[@jgutz347]

Just found your channel and find it informative and easy to watch. I have a question regarding the black tank. I am a full timer and was told that these tanks are not septic tanks, but holding tanks. And you do not want to break down the 💩 where it can become sludge. I used RV Digest It, but now use a mixture of PineSol, Calgon Bath Pearls and water (10oz Pine-Sol, 2 tbsp Calgon and 32 oz water. 1 cup per tank + 2 gallons of water when flushed). Based on your expertise, is this a bad practice? Thank you in advance for your answer.

[@jonellcarter3732]

I live full time in my trailer. You mention poop pyramid. Do you have any suggestions to help fix this problem? I do use chemicals but i am now emptying my black tank every week instead of every other week. I do add plenty of water, just like i have done for the past year. BTW no toilet paper Ever!!

[@gerrygorka801]

Wow I’ve ran the fan without a windows open ! And I’ve added chemicals to the tank before storing. Oops

[@freedakaye6720]

I wonder if mines a bit stinky because I haven’t been using much water when flush. Maybe I need one of those spray things? I’ll try the hot water or ice first.

[@freedakaye6720]

Ohhh okay. How do I do a seal check? I never wait til you finish before I comment. lol

[@chadkoller7809]

So your saying after we finish camping for the weekend or week I should not leave 5 gallons of water and unique in my black tank while it’s parked in my driveway until our next trip?

[@redcauthen771]

Nice info great to see a New face

[@SuperJellicoe]

My issue was that the vent line was never extended through the roof! It took a while to find it. I was suspecting that one of the P traps was not flooded but I was so focused on that there had to be another source. When I remodled the Toilet space and removed one the the wall panels, I found it! Just shoddy workmanship.

[@davedailey1623]

I've been using happy camper for like 25 years

[@billlallone2891]

Are there any products that you recommend to clean the black tank sensors? I tried commando, it worked okay but still having some issues.

[@Ytviewer43]

Great information. Thank you for sharing! I’m a new subscriber for sure. Look forward to your next KZbin video!

[@debbiefromillinois532]

Thanks for the great info!

[@gerrygorka801]

Good job !

[@ricdog50]

Hi just found your videos and I like the tips and clues Thanks . I have a question about interior molding I was told to use glue and that did not work also double sided tape ,again no specific brand so looking into it I found the 3m brand but now they have all types of application I know all weather would be good but really what are your recommendations for molding comes up in middle and I know I will have to pull it down and put back up.Thanks

[@TheMamaAmmah]

If money was not an issue, what fifth wheel brand would you buy?

[@rongriswold1292]

Followed you from Tik Tok. Great video.

[@Thatrvtech]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@joebroke76]

Do you have any reccomendations for toilet paper? Any household stuff that works or should we only us RV specific toilet paper?

[@peterpro2a]

We use Scott it works great and it desolves really good. We have gotten the poop mountain but not cause of that 2 yrs using it and it does fine.

[@EdwinHernandez-gc2ef]

Here from tik tok love your videos what are you thoughts on borax in black tanks?

[@raymondschoch788]

Shouldn’t you always keep around 5 gallons of water in the black tank at all time

[@garybrady2505]

Follow u from ticktock! Do you ever use chemical from the people that service Porta pots?

[@Thatrvtech]

That’s essentially what black tank treatment is. Some of it is even blue like the porta potty juice!

[@bryanmontgomery4050]

No digestion, it’s a holding tank!!! Breaking down solids cause the buildup on the tank walls. Something that breaks the water surface tension like a surfactant will help solids leave your tank. Water is 100% your friend, use plenty of it. Grey tanks need a degreaser like simple green to clean the fats, oils and greases. I have a drain and holding tank cleaning company and see this all the time…

[@Thatrvtech]

Do you do any social media as well? I’d love to collaborate with you to help educate my followers and maybe learn a thing or two myself.

[@entreri76x]

I have been using unique RV digest for years and have had zero issues or odors or sensor failures.. that’s why they are extremely specific with the exact amount of ounces to use.. I agree , water is your friend as well.. that’s why every time, I dump my black tank, I always do a black tank flush for 10 minutes.. to get any residue out of the tank.

[@timothybuchanan1611]

I have been using RidX septic tank chemical for two years instead of RV chemicals without problems. Can anyone give me a reason for not using it going forward?

[@nickk3765]

Could be so caustic it breaks down the plastic, most septics are made with concrete. I think if you flush it regularly enough it probably won't be an issue

[@peterpro2a]

Welcome to KZbin. Now like I have said on ticktok I will bring you my 5th wheel and you can work on it and make your videos with it as well. Ofcourse I'll pay for the work. #justsaying my friend

[@KevinCoop1]

Just my opinion. If you travel with an RV and only spend 1 to 2 nights at RV parks and dump the tank before you leave each time, enzymes will do no good. If you park and stay for week, month, or longer, different story. Also, some studies have shown that saliva and stomach juices (which is enzymes and acid) So the videos that show dog food or some combination of other foods in water, with and without enzymes, mean nothing as they are not real waste. From internet searches, Gastric juice is made up of digestive enzymes, hydrochloric acid and other substances that are important for absorbing nutrients - about 3 to 4 liters of gastric juice are produced per day. The hydrochloric acid in the gastric juice breaks down the food and the digestive enzymes split up the proteins.Dec 31, 2009 What science says about septic tank additives There is little scientific data to suggest that you should add bacteria or enzymes to your septic system. The United States Environmental Protection Agency reported that biological additives do not appear to improve the performance of healthy septic tanks. These same findings were unable to justify the cost of septic system additives for residential use (EPA, United States, 2002). As I said, just my opinion. Respectfully, Kevin