RV Black Tank Cleaning, Maintenance, Tips & 7 Mistakes To Stop Doing NOW!

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[@beautifulandlovely3508]

There is a weirdo commenting with your picture scamming money for africa...just thought you might want to know....

[@chasesterlington2943]

Someone comes and tells you that washing poop with water is effective and suddenly its "myth busted!"???? You havent proved anything. And based on the fact your were so easily convinced water is all you need to clean your tanks well enough to eat off of as you said, i wonder what misinformation your other videos might be spreading. Its cool that you have a channel, but this video is just dumb. By your logic, I assume you have stopped using shampoo and soap in the shower, correct? Cause you cant tell me a half full tank of crap is cleaner the the average persons hair.

[@Berrypancakes229]

What do you do for smelly tanks, or to prevent smelly tanks.

[@h2o100c]

@@Berrypancakes229use more h2o

[@johne.hilbert2046]

Been a master plumber for decades. This fella gives great advice!!!!

[@David-cw3qw]

This video changed my RV sewer tank life. It can be a real problem and this Kleen Tank owner is a gem. He made sense and he is logical and has no agenda, You guys have a done a GREAT service for featuring this man and one of the better RV videos that is a complete explanation - NO agenda - what a relief. Thank you . David

[@pasttensehouseofmouse5194]

There was no mention of protecting the toilet inside from any overspray. It should have the lid closed and perhaps sealed with tape or plastic wrap as a precaution. Err on the side of caution.

[@djflook9465]

I would “assume” the toilet valve is not in an open position while they are cleaning.

[@hotshotgamer2124]

​@@djflook9465yeah like how would that even happen, does your toilet just have an empty hole in the bottom of it

[@davemccage7918]

@@hotshotgamer2124mine does…

[@duckstudios3513]

I wish I'd found this about two weeks ago

[@mozandy]

WTF, this video should be required training for everyone that owns an RV! Thanks to Kleen Tank for the free “RV tank science 101 class”! We’ve been lied to by marketing departments for years.

[@ao22172]

the transparency this man lives by is what this whole world needs today. his will to help a the community of rv living is amazing

[@andycommonsincanada]

We are at Stella Mare RV resort here in Texas and guess who is right next to us here ? Jim from Kleen Tanks. We got him to do our tanks and are so happy he did. Highly recommend him and his crew.

[@theresageorge5796]

Having lived off and on more than 50 years on a sailboat, I can testify that TP is a no no. Just keep a bag in the head and throw TP away in the bag. If you close it and change it frequently, it doesn't smell, and you never ever have the problem of TP blockage. I follow our sailing protocols on our RV, and it helps!

[@jimgates4801]

I do t same thing as you. And……. I’m a sailor also. A small trash can lined with a Walmart bag works nicely next to the toilet in the head. Some may not agree, but no one has complained or said anything yet. I used to be in the Navy. Now I’m a REAL sailor. 🤪

[@letitiakidder8123]

I started that when I moved into my RV, figured it was a good idea to not flush TP.

[@garystone2863]

Finally. Somebody stops mincing around the point and tells me how it works. As an old retired science teacher I can really appreciate this straightforward explanation of HOW IT WORKS. In fact, I just now put the principals of 'jetting water' and 'flushing' to work. And yes, after sticking the hose with a high pressure nozzle on the the end of it down the black tank and flushing it several times I FINALLY cleared the sensors and the tank. Unusually the gray tank was harder and it took several back flushes before I got the last sensor to clear but clear it did. Probably because the gray tank doesn't have a large diameter access hole for the hose pressure nozzle but it did FINALLY work. Many many thanks...gives me almost as much satisfaction as finding the automatic choke adjustment on the generator. Both problems were probably some 23 years in the making as I've got a 2000 Born Free.

[@life-is-recovery]

We just bought our first (used) RV. This video has definitely upped my confidence level. And, as a retired journalist, I want to compliment you on your interviewing skills; you asked every question that was on my mind. Good job! Glad to be a new subscriber.

[@Adendum82]

We're new RV owners and we bought new, but I'm super confident now that we can keep our tanks as factory clean as possible. I am so glad I watched this before we've gotten to use our RV. This is a game changer for sure. Reality has exceeded my expectations and I couldn't be happier 😄

[@foretravelman]

We have a flusher on both the grey and black tanks and use the 12oz of Pinesol and 2oz of calgon after every flush out. I also use a plastic cup of Happy Camper in my grey tank to keep the sensors clean. Have never used RV toilet paper and just added a bidet to our coach as well and it not only cuts down on the use of toilet paper, but also adds extra water which is your friend! We are going on our 10 year of full time and have had no issues with this method. The man is correct in what he suggests!

[@valeriehouck9422]

What kind of bidet do you have and where did you get it?

[@darrentaylor4262]

Isn't Happy Camper what he advises against?

[@HDRider1601]

I’ve used a Flush King and water meter for years to black flush my tanks every time I dump. This guy in this video is spot on with his advice.

[@kleentank]

Thanks, Darrell!

[@leeH3Love]

@@kleentank I have my RV in Eloy AZ. ( just south of Phoenix )Do u have someone in this area? Or are you willing to train someone to service this area.... Thankyou I'm needing to have mine cleaned as well

[@porkchop10]

I bought a flush king and a meter immediately after watching this gem of a man in a different vlog. I'm not a full timer (barely a weekend warrior in my first season) but my guilty pleasure is fill/flush/fill/flush/fill/flush until I get clear water a couple times. It's oddly satisfying lol

[@christinakendrick8523]

I purchased a 10 year old Class A about 18 months ago and have always wondered what the tanks held after 4 previous owners plus the sensors on the black tank never worked correctly. After watching this video I contacted Kleen Tank and by the next day they had contacted me back and had an appointment within the week. They came out today and wow I was surprised how bad my tanks were. According to the guy my tanks really only about a C on the scale which is better than I thought. They were very professional, friendly and did a great job both during and after cleaning up. Now my sensors work for both tanks and well worth the money and I highly recommend Kleen Tank. Thank you!

[@EnjoyTheJourneyLife]

Awesome! Thanks for sharing!

[@mrspeeddemon727]

This video was a life saver. We just a travel trailer with tanks and we're new to all of this.

[@Freightmeister]

Tom , it looks like you chose THEE best guy/company to clean your tanks. What an authoritarian on tank cleaning and maintenance.

[@lorrainerowell478]

😊can you do mine please

[@lorrainerowell478]

4 times

[@securit7590]

An issue that Im curious about is even if you can use any type of TP in a "holding tank', you still need to dump your tanks into what is most commonly a "septic tank". At least in the midwest, most dumps have septic tanks and a drain field. Just a thought before getting that super thick TP and putting down your toilet.

[@marydelfico8406]

Just an FYI. I called this company to get this done, as they researched my RV they told me they can not flush if you have a Macerator. I have a 2022 Entegra Accolade XL and they cannot get the sprayer past the macerator. I was bummed but I did the recommended self service cleaning by Thetford and all my tanks were sparkling clean and my sensors all worked perfectly.

[@ChiefRevenueCRA]

thanks for that, so do i so great to know.

[@dianacrutchfield923]

We have a macerator and we did this to ours , worked great . No problem

[@michaelarundel2269]

I'm from Australia, this has been very informative. All these chemicals that are expensive, I don't need, just more water. And regular clean . Thanks mate

[@Alleycatthegadite]

I’m brand new to RVing and am very glad I came across this video.

[@marcusaponte1287]

What's the cost to get this professional service cleaning done?? How long did it take?? He is very kind and informative! Awesome Video!

[@rickpallisso4431]

Looked it up and he said on video about $250 - $300 total. Usually takes 1-3 hours to complete depending on how bad tanks are. Gentleman said the worst tank he’s encountered took him 5+ hours. Hope that helps!

[@TheRVkeys]

Good video! Most KZbinrs avoid the subject, but you boldly go forth! When we first began RVing, we used to use tank additives, because we didn't know any better. We dont use any additives (other than for just cleaning the bowl), just water, because we know these are holding tanks, not septic tanks. We use electric dishwasher detergent on occasion in our grey tanks to scrub them clean while driving. We've never had a problem with our sensors because of this regiment. Thanks for being bold and speaking truth!

[@amytesch663]

Dishwashing tablets?!?! I would have never thought of that! How novel. My only concern is bleach in the tablets. What brand do you use if you don’t mind sharing??

[@TheRVkeys]

@@amytesch663 not tablets, but liquid form, the kind you use in the dishwasher. You dissolve it in the sink after you fill it slightly, then let it go into the tank, then drive to your next destination and empty as soon as you can.

[@amytesch663]

@@TheRVkeys how much dishwasher fluid do you use?

[@TheRVkeys]

@@amytesch663 excellent question! I fill a small Dixie cup as a measure and dilute that in the partially sink filled with warm water. If you want to use the same treatment for the black tank, would get a small tub with warm water and dilute and pour into the toilet and flush.

[@Joy-W777]

I just bought a used RV and I’m thinking I should call these guys to have my tanks cleaned just so I know they actually ARE cleaned out.

[@luigi2bad]

I don't even own an rv and found this video very useful. Thank you for sharing and mr kleen was awesome he's a wonderful and knowledgeable person.

[@NathanFrith]

Excellent video for a new RV owner! No agenda, and packed full of information. I'll probably need to watch this a couple of times to absorb it all. Thank you!

[@BuildingByFaith]

Great video. Thank you for sharing. I never knew this service existed. You know you can trust a guy that freely gives away all his secrets and relies on hard work and not schemes to make a living. The myths busted make total sense now that I hear the reasoning. We are picking up a new RV in a couple days. It will never see the store bought additives. Buying the flush king and water meter.

[@lisfong]

This is COMPLETELY changing how we do our tanks! Thank you so much for posting this - I can't even believe all the wrong advice we followed!

[@TexCynRVLife]

Thx. I put a flush king in my shopping cart. I had something else, but it walked off - good old RV life at parks! I do keep both my grey & black tanks closed. I figured that one out a couple of years ago since my grey also flushes out my black tank. I totally forgot about the Calgon trick! TFS! 👍

[@markhuesser8237]

This man is a true RV black tank expert, best I have found. Thank you for the education!

[@rx2ride259]

I just made up my Calgon/Pinesol mix and 10% capacity of water. My trailer is brand new. Glad I found this. Everything he says in this video 100% seams logical. Starting off right with a brand new RV! Thanks KEN!

[@sheilahughes5185]

Hello, what kind of Calgon did you use as I see there are a few different kinds. I live in Canada otherwise I would hire this man lol. What ratio did you use of Calgon/Pinesol? Thank you

[@rx2ride259]

@@sheilahughes5185 tried it, stunk... Using the normal rv treatment, just flushing my tanks good with extra water at dump.

[@randymiller8361]

I’ve been using Jim’s recipe for a year now after seeing a video from another KZbinr. I don’t have any issues with the sensors or foul odors.

[@Juiceman86]

Watching this video for a second time. Bought all the recommended equipment here. Looking forward to applying this amazing man’s useful information. This video is gold, thank you for taking the time to share 😊

[@billjaeger4839]

I 100% agree with Jim's advice. I do Not use chemicals, only water, and have never had any issues as long as I have water in my tanks at all times, especially while driving

[@hillcountrylivin]

This is without a doubt the most informative RV maintenance video that I've ever seen. I actually watched it to the end. Thanks for posting this.

[@EnjoyTheJourneyLife]

Glad it was helpful!

[@shopart1488]

We owned our MH which had a 50 gal black and 70 gal gray for 14 years used it about 80 days a year racing and 78,500 miles in all. And I must say we never ever did any major cleaning or had any problems at all. We did drive a lot and it sloshed around maybe that’s why we did not have any issues.

[@kenstankiewicz6405]

Just curious. After this deep cleaning of your tanks what did you sensors finally read??

[@antonetterose6061]

Thanks for the honest view! I’ll be a new camper van with a much smaller tank and stressing about how we’re going to keep the tank as clean as possible. Great job!

[@jeffreyhorton4669]

This info is PRICELESS. So interesting to hear Jim talk about this stuff.

[@johna5428]

At our campground, we just have septic tanks in the ground. That have to be pumped out when they get full so using this method, but probably sell that septic tank in about an hour or so.

[@PeeWeeHenson]

BEST RV CARE VID I'VE SEEN SINCE WE'VE RV'D

[@barbarapadgett5538]

You cut us off. Why? Let us see him doing his job. Very good video. Thanks for all this helpful information!

[@bajaskier]

Black tank sensor lights have been somewhat more accurate since I stopped using Happy Camper. The only time I get an "empty" reading is at the end of the season when I fill the black tank with fresh water, let it sit overnight, then drain. I always keep 5 gallons in each (34 gallon) tank when traveling. Never had a problem with gray.

[@BridgetStuart]

I literally dry heaved a few times. Thank goodness I saw this video before picking my RV up next week. I am going to follow everything that he recommends!

[@MikesGarageReviews]

Dramatic😂 Do you dry heave after spicy taco night and dropping that rumbling load

[@BridgetStuart]

@@MikesGarageReviews LOL that could be possible.....BTW - I am doing very well with managing all the processes. Much better than I thought I would.

[@thumperpaul]

“Don’t use additives “. “ Here’s our additive”. 😂

[@davemccage7918]

I’m not buying that no additives advice. As someone who worked in a pathology lab, you are seriously risking your family’s heath by sleeping in a sealed container with a tank of raw sewage under your feet. This guy must not know much about how diseases are transmitted seeing as how he keeps touching his face with contaminated gloves. Why even bother wearing them?

[@BaronVonOrvil]

Truly nothing better than an expert giving you the facts and advice based on experience. Thanks for this video and demonstration and education. One of the best videos if not the best video on this topic. Thanks

[@ruffroadrvlife]

This was super helpful and answered a lot of our questions. Thank you! 😊

[@judyhelding4470]

That was such an interesting video, he did such a good job of explaining what he was doing, what to look for and the myth busters too.

[@hammahamma9167]

25:38 looks like the rv tank valve is actually leaking. I'm seeing drips. Very informative vid. Good job.

[@XPLORCAMPER]

We had the pleasure of attending a seminar that Jim held during a Grand Design rally. I discovered Kleen Tank a few years back and have been using their tank recipe for a few years now. I have found that in hot climates like FL. I need to add a little more of the recipe each day. I am so glad that I learned how to take care of my RV's holding tanks the proper way!

[@kleentank]

Our pleasure, Wayne. Glad you got something out the seminar and advice!

[@cherylbudge5417]

😊

[@dave4943]

Great video Tom! We enjoy your clever commentary and banter with the maintenance man. "Don't watch it!" This one is a must watch. Enjoy the journey!

[@EnjoyTheJourneyLife]

LOL! 👍

[@kleentank]

Sometimes you see things you just can't unsee!

[@FSULAUBACH]

holy heck this is gold! Im SOOO glad I found this before picking up my RV in a week!

[@stevehildreth1934]

I spent 30 years working in a pulp & paper mill. We ran limited runs of RV toilet tissue. It was a single ply tissue, other than switching from two ply to single ply the only other difference was the package wrap. It was no different from any other toilet tissue.

[@richardyates8670]

Wow just from watching this episode you have really changed my mind about actually getting an rv and talking the plunge to full time thank you very much

[@timothyvigil9210]

Probably THE most informative video I’ve seen. Very good information and knowledge. Thank you for this. New camper owner here, glad I watched.

[@johnmulgannon]

Big fan of you guys and have learned a lot. I don't have a rig yet, but I'm planning for later this year. This video is probably the best learning lesson I have learned. Thanks again. I can't wait for part 2.

[@NomadicNeighborhood]

“Don’t need to bother with the whole dissolve test…”. Um… I’m in the middle of a dissolve test now. After four days in water, I’m am not seeing any significant difference in the products I’m testing, including the one marked “quick dissolve.” The information you presented here makes a lot of sense, so I think I’m done with the experiment. Thanks for the great video.

[@klimber10001]

We also keep our tanks closed until we're ready to empty.. the big gush of water helps to flush anything that might be caught. . Emptying the tanks every couple days is much better than having to clear a clock as it could probably be pretty nasty. Also use only RV toilet paper. Along with using chemicals you should be in pretty good shape. We've been in our RV for five years with only one clogging problem.. I'd say this is pretty sound advice thank you!

[@dbergent]

This was very informative! We just got a new Forest River Alpha Wolf and we love it. We've only had it for about 6 weeks and I think the sensors are stuck with stuff already! I will stop using the additives and use more water. Our previous camper we found out after we bought it, the people had emptied the cat's liter box into the tank! We had a little problem, but I think we got a clog out. Thank you so much for all the info. I hope we can get service in our area when we need it.

[@sheilahughes5185]

Great video....thank you. What kind of Calgon does he use? As far as I know there are bath beads and water softner

[@matsulli2086]

Recipe he mentioned: Mix 40 ounces of Pine-Sol with enough water to just about fill a gallon jug. Top off with a one cup or eight ounces of Calgon Bath Beads. Use eight ounces in each tank

[@kleentank]

To reduce foaming: Add the 8 ounces of Calgon first, then the 40 ounces of Pine Sol. S-L-O-W-L-Y add the water (to reduce foaming) and then shake vigorously (with the cap on, of course!). You're ready to use!

[@laurieann5312]

And, don't forget..to add 3-5 gallons of water into tank..

[@juliewellington7374]

Can u use the liquid calgon instead of the beads

[@kleentank]

@@juliewellington7374 Yep! Just make sure it's Calgon from the bath department.

[@bonnieowens5257]

@@juliewellington7374I use the liquid

[@trainnedgunner5189]

Thanks for providing the down and dirty!!! J.E.E.P. of an RV'r here and Thanks for providing the Ed. That a Maintenance manager will testify too.😊

[@stevedenoyer5956]

I never would have known about the tank additives. So glad to learn about that. Our 5th wheel is new so I’ll start right out with the Calgon and pine sol mixture. It makes sense whe you hear it. I guess I never wanted the tanks to have an odor so thinking the additives will help when in reality it hurts the tanks. Appreciate the info!

[@Berrypancakes229]

He said no additives . I’m confused

[@stevedenoyer5956]

@@Berrypancakes229 yes thats correct. I would have never know the additives create a problem and that just plain water. The calgon/pine sol is to clean the existing i assume. This was quite a while ago so cant remember 100%

[@Berrypancakes229]

@@stevedenoyer5956 do you add the mixture after emptying your black tank for cleaning it out.

[@stevedenoyer5956]

@@Berrypancakes229 yes, i would put the mixture in after draining, and fill the black tank with water, let it sit over night and then give it a good flush

[@Berrypancakes229]

@@stevedenoyer5956 is the Calgon liquid or powder. It’s it the water softener liquid one? How water do I fill in my tank for overnight.

[@mikefarmer4748]

This guy's great. Good sense of humor, down to earth. Lots of good advice here. Just discovered you guys. Good timing too. Picking up the new unit next week. A fresh start. 🇺🇸

[@terribushnell1145]

We just purchased our 2nd rv and the black tank light is on - all of the myths you busted are what they dealership told us to do - so now - we are going to see if we have a local cleaner to come get the tank clean and start from scratch so we can have cleaner tanks - Thanks for the vid!

[@NotJustBBQLLC]

Did you find someone?

[@VayaconChupacabra]

**Edit: sub'd!! This is great!!! I am now 1 year in as a new rv'er. From go I grabbed one of the back flush valves along with that exact same black/green meter for my black/grey needs, as well as a white/blue one for my fresh tank fill. Thank you for so much helpful knowledge, freely shared. I now believe that I have not bet traveling to my next sites with enough water left in my tanks to help agitate that gunk within each. And I have never dumped upon newly arriving. I will now always travel half full and dump and flush when I reach my next site. I'm will be cutting back on my treatments and focusing on water, water, water!! Hearing and seeing you do this work has turned on so many lights in my mind. Looking back over my first year of use, certain things I have experienced so far makes a lot of sense.

[@busaj383]

Some good info here! I never understood why people would leave their grey tank open, even for a long shower. If you are that worried you are going to fill it up how bout maybe pull the valve and dump it before the shower, problem solved. Just don't say it's easier that way, when I comes down to people just being lazy. I go as far as draining and the disconnecting my drain hoses every time and hooking them back up even when staying in the same location for weeks. Being left out in the sun every day really breaks down the hose. Also the lawn people at some park weed wack and put a hole in it. After 7 years of full time living and buying a new waste hose every year from leaks for 5 of those years. Still on the same hose for 3 years now after putting it away every time. It's not for everyone, but works great for me dumping the Grey tank once a week and the Black tank dumping and flushing once a month 👍

[@beckycrump8831]

I use a tank additive for the smell. Happy Camper. That the only one I have found that doesn't smell like chemicals.

[@gregprince2523]

Thanks Tom and Jim.... knowledge is power.... the power to maintain your stuff saves you time and money

[@doingitwithnothing]

This has been the most and best knowledge video I’ve ever watched… I appreciate you and the guy and his business for educating me … thank you

[@jameycossey486]

This was so informative! We have had a small camper for years and realize now we have been doing it all wrong😢. We just bought a class c motor home and want to take care of it properly. Thank you for all the great information.

[@john-xs3rs]

Question: Regarding the Flush King to do the final rinse-out, wouldn't it be more effective & faster to run a hose, maybe with a spray head you could move around, from inside the bathroom/toilet? The Flush King is pushing water from below, but wouldn't rinsing it out from the top be better, and much faster (if a 2nd person was outside watching the color)?

[@BuzzedKitty]

That's a good question but I would guess that it might have to do with how much length of hose has raw sewage flowing over it maybe? I just can't imagine pulling that much hose out and it not touching different surfaces in the bathroom since it's such a small area. I'd think you'd have to sanitize ever bit of hose as you slowly pull it back out. So maybe it's more sanitary to do it from the outside, but I'm just guessing

[@providentdesignbuildllc2147]

Yea this guy knows his stuff fixed my black water tank in 20 mins.

[@scubeedu2]

Not using an additive like "Happy Campers" in place of the calgon mixture with lots and lots of water is fine if you have a sewer hookup. In Canadian provincial parks, you have to empty at a dump station and so for me, I would be dragging my TT out of my site every 3rd day. I make use of a "honey wagon" when my black tanks fills which is much more convenient, and I only have to do this about every 4-5 days. I would like to try the calgon method if it were more feasible, especially since the troublesome sensor issue is a pain!

[@johnwheeler9742]

This is the best video I've seen for tank maintenance. The information contained in this video is priceless. Kleenex Tank seems to be an honest company. Years of experience shared in a few minutes. Thank you for doing this video.

[@EnjoyTheJourneyLife]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@davidoverholt251]

I Love this Kleen Tank show for my RV friends!

[@syracuseprepper8579]

Thank you! Just about to start out full time and I feel so much better now!

[@BoardGameFellowship]

Great video but I am confused about the additive at the end. He spent the whole video saying you don’t need it and to just use water. Then ended with, recommending an additive. What do you suggest?

[@BrittCHelmsSr]

Great video. Very educational. Perhaps I missed it, but I didn't hear them say exactly "when" to add "the recipie" to the holding tanks. Just after emptying? Just before going on a trip? Does it really matter as long as you add it? Things that make you go HMMMMMM! 😄

[@brendasolis9002]

I thought i heard him say after dumping.

[@Berrypancakes229]

I use the recipe after dumping black tank and I put in 5 gallons of water for my next camping trip.

[@kathleenrutherford733]

I can't thank you enough for this video full of great information! Amazing to learn from the professional how to take care of our RV/ homes tanks and water heaters and what NOT to do! I was failing at the what not to do's! Thank You, Thank You I've purchased the recommended items as well as scheduled service from this outstanding teacher and business owner Thank you Tom and Jim

[@kleentank]

No problem! A smart RVer is the best one. Glad you received some helpful information.

[@prisrubv9635]

Great video. But what’s calgon and pine-sol ratio to make your own mix at home?

[@remote.inspired]

I believe the recipe is on the Kleen Tank website.

[@stanr3491]

I can’t imagine how many “must-have” products like tank treatments and toilet paper in the RV industry and flat out un-needed money grabs. Great video.

[@Beemernow]

No kidding, as we've been keeping them all in business, not anymore after this vid...JustSaying

[@BradGroux]

I'm picking up my first RV later today, and this just saved me. I totally bought into all of the additive and disolving toilet paper hype. It makes sense though, they are holding tanks, not septic.

[@kellywilson8835]

Thanks for an amazing video! I really learned a lot and he was extremely knowledgeable. Would you mind sharing the mixing ratios of the solution he recommended?

[@danstehler9062]

Down the road you’ll have to keep us updated on your sensors working and how well things flush out…..

[@soundsmith703]

Just watched your video, if I were that kinda guy, I would kiss you!! I have a 2022 wolfpup with pump issues. The pump comes on but no water pressure. I fixed the problem quickly after watching your video. Thank you!!! I will be checking out more of your videos!!

[@dikhurtz2406]

I bought the necessary parts and made my own tank cleaning system. Works great!

[@olegrudoi4024]

what water pump do you use ?

[@dikhurtz2406]

@@olegrudoi4024 I just use a small electric pressure washer

[@TravelRN910]

How many parts to how many parts?

[@tonibell1766]

Fellas, you just saved us a whole lot of trouble! We just bought a lightly used (1-2 times) travel trailer. Going to use the Calgon/Pinesol mix.

[@Berrypancakes229]

Did he mentioned Calvin/ Pinsol mix

[@bilgreen3173]

I had my tanks cleaned almost 2 months ago and have been using the Flush King every time I dump my tanks My sensors showed full prior to the cleaning, and now I can tell how full the tanks are per sey.

[@snowbirdlady8496]

Thanks Tom! Your technical RV videos are always so informative. I learned a lot. By the way, tell Cherie I can't imagine why she didn't participate on this one! 😛

[@laurieann5312]

I don't see the Part 2-Water heater video..what was linked was the double decker RV.

[@EnjoyTheJourneyLife]

That video should come out on 1/15

[@DreamIt_PlanIt_DoIt]

Lots of good information here! I won't miss the crappy RV toilet paper.

[@maynardholmes8870]

I would love to do this at 56 soon to be 57 in May and bad knees do to 24 years of trucking with Food Service. I’d have to get my knees checked and lower back as well but I would love to do this and put this trucking thing on the back burner.

[@jimgates4801]

Great information on tank maintenance. Bought a Flush King,, meter, shut off valve, and a clear extension since my 3” opening in my MH sets a ways back in the compartment. ( I use the shut off valve on other things too). Works nicely. Thanks to you and Jim for the excellent video. I’ve been schooled now.

[@KayDerr]

Fantastic information. Thank you so much we will be using you in the future for sure.

[@nashfire343]

Thanks for this! We r new owners of a GD 2023 22mle and I now have confidence to deal with the tanks! (Mixed my first batch of the tank treatment...Smells awesome!)

[@bluethunder1951]

By far the best video on tank cleaning on the planet, thanks. 👍🏻

[@EnjoyTheJourneyLife]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@K_Dawg1979]

Mix 40 ounces of Pine-Sol with enough water to just about fill a gallon jug. Top off with a half cup of Calgon Bath Beads. Use eight ounces in each tank (or more in especially hot weather or if your tanks will be filling up slowly over time).

[@K_Dawg1979]

Is this the correct mix ?

[@71CutlassS]

What a great video, and to share his years of experience for free is great! I’m not sure if I’m the first plumber to watch and comment on this video, but since I cannot see the whole setup, I really hope there is some type of backflow prevention on his system. Potable water and waste being that close together without any backflow prevention is a huge issue, especially when there can be pressure fluctuations and other anomalies which can happen at campgrounds that aren’t closer to bigger cities and towns.

[@jimgates4801]

There is a back flow preventer included with the Flush King. Install it at the spigot then your hose.

[@jimcunningham2614]

If I'm getting all of this right, the backflow preventer only protects the water supply used for the cleaning, not the potable water in the RV, which is what I think @71CutlassS was referring to, and relative to that, the Kleen Tank guy's protective measure seems to be only filling the tank to 80-90% of its capacity, which is not absolute protection. However, if the question is actually concerning differing water pressures at campgrounds, etc., I believe he said there is a meter on the unit to control the pressure? @@jimgates4801

[@whorti1]

That old guy probably never gets sick as often as he touches his hat and glasses with those gloves on was amazing 😊

[@kimwood8311]

😂

[@alanrowe4501]

I have just had my black tank cleaned out by Kleen Tank and we are using their mixture. Time will tell and I will update the comment within the month to see how it works. Could a mixture of the surfactant (Kleen Tank) and liquified chemical stuff??

[@johnhenryholiday4964]

I enjoyed the pep talk about black tank cleaning... Its nice to know that I have been doing things right for 30 years.... I always flush my tanks out (at least twice each time), I always prefer to use RV park bathrooms when possible so I reserve my black tank for night time use.... I also use a good soap and a flushing wand to "scrub" the tank.... its always nice to be able to do maintenance on the toilet and tank and not have death slime to deal with....

[@ceciliaholcombe818]

Picking up our first new travel trailer, I learned a lot from this...thank you for sharing.

[@mackpeteno]

Good job on the cleaning.But,when you have to work at not telling the cost, it is usually too expensive for me.