RV Black Tank Leak- How to Replace the Coupler

[@Shaeyjosan]

a true friend puts up with your shit and helps you sort it out. Edie is a keeper!

[@donnac.1609]

Carolyn, you never cease to amaze me! Courageous! Good job!!

[@sherivanhorsentikihutrv7377]

Great job ladies. I got the rhino blaster for my class A and do a couple of rinses when I dump. It is a dirty job.

[@MBMCincy63]

Great job fixing your own issues!! Shivering black bell thumbs up 👍🏻😎. Way to go Edie!!

[@WoolPearls]

The same thing happened to the coupler on my Winnebago View a couple of years ago. Despite emptying and flushing the tank, there was still some sludge that oozed out. I brought mine to an RV repair place. I felt sorry for the owner who did the repair. I thanked him for doing a shi**y job and gave him a generous tip. 😂

[@egonzalez9854]

Hi Carolyn and Edie what a good friend to assist with this unpleasant job. Best to you both always. Happy travels.

[@donnalatty]

👋👍❤️

[@deebauguess4054]

That was interesting, friends are the key when your out alone on the road.😊Happy trails

[@michaelzorro2738]

Carolyn you are one talented young lady, it's awesome to have helpful friends at your side.

[@waynepinion3543]

Hi from New Zealand that cross member on the chassis rail is pretty rusty might need to look at it.

[@lindadonahue9279]

Carolyn, girl you never cease to amaze me! Great job!

[@kaleidiatrikos]

One more reason I’m planning to install a composting toilet.

[@havenonwheels5158]

That’s exactly what I did after dealing with MY black tank coupler last spring. I still have to deal with waste, but the OGO saves water and I don’t have to dump as often.

[@cassyharrison3592]

OMG, Edie is a true friend. That was great, and am so glad it's now a done deal. Love it!

[@beatricebritt347]

I have the same problem on my 2000 rv. Now I will repair my own. Thanks, Carolyn. I always learn from you.😊

[@sueg2658]

Edie is a very good person and friend to help you. Way to go you two! 💪🏻👍🏻🤘🏻👏🏻♥️

[@troyedante6128]

Well done ladies.

[@cargotrailereric6738]

So far, the bucket I poop in hasn’t leaked! Lol😂

[@karenm.welter5351]

Thank you for sharing this Carolyn! Now I know how to do this repair if needed! Great video! ❤😊👍🐾

[@geogypsytraveler]

Not only a shitty job but in tight spaces. Nice to have help. I often lack the right tools and strength. Feels good to make your own repairs. Go have fun!

[@adequatebus8280]

Fantastically educational! I loved the "coupler cam" shot from inside the rig. If you ever have to do this again, I've found it easier to change the rubber couplers from the grey and the black tank at the same time. That way the entire rigid piping assembly is loosened and it moves around a lot easier to squeeze the couplers into place. Yes, doing this out in the wild, laying on the gravel is a tough job. Wonderful video. Thank you. -C

[@helenac.4081]

Go ahead Sister Carolyn!! You did it!! Excellent friend stuff Edie!

[@msdjdj6635]

CAROLYN...GREAT JOB WELL DONE(EVEN THO A STINKY JOB...YOURE BRAVE& INDUSTRIOUS

[@pupcamper58]

Great job Carolyn ❤

[@RvDavy]

Crappie job a good job well done.

[@msdjdj6635]

THANKU CAROLYN

[@richardross3172]

Now that’s a true friend!!!!!!!😂

[@naomik615]

Three cheers for Edie!! Thank you for sharing these repair videos. I don't have an RV yet... but when I do, I am so much more prepared. Stay awesome.

[@nancynurse]

May 25, 2023, 3:25 pm: Excellent vid, C!!!

[@loisxander6321]

You are so good at figuring out problems. Your rig is really starting to show wear,however she has taken you on many journeys over all kinds of terrain. How many miles have you traveled since you got her. Love your posts. Happy trails.

[@joesrvhome]

I think I may have do this soon too...old MoHo is 27 years old! Thanks Edie!

[@papasmurf1904]

Always trusted instruction from Carolyn! 😃

[@csmoothsk8ter17]

Hi Carolyn hi Sadie girl💙🐾💚🐾 You always manage to handle your shit well😂😂 Hooray for Edie's help! She has the sweetest voice❣

[@mavisgillard653]

Way to go Carolyn!!

[@sky02148]

I admire you so much ask that you do on your own or with a friend you do it and get it done. Thanks for sharing and as always stay safe and God bless love ya Nancy

[@kimprocarione5473]

What an incredible woman! Have you ever interviewed her? Or toured her rig?

[@annieyahu676]

Brave soul taking on that job!!! ❤️ thanks for Sharing and showing us how to do it. Good information.

[@vanofgold1029]

Get it done 😊 Get er done 😊

[@zeldasimpson8959]

I’m always amazed at how you can get us the most interesting camera views!!! Good job! I don’t have a black tank but my friend does so I’ll share this video to her! You’re the best Carolyn!!

[@meredithheath5272]

Yes - these creatives do a lot of hard work!!! She said her video took over an hour!

[@CarolynsRVLife]

The footage was an hour. The video took all day to edit thanks 😊

[@Tom-yy9xj]

Well done ! I bet you get a lot of views on this over time and leaks

[@Carol-qi6me]

You have taken handling your own shit, and the courage takes to do it to a whole new level! Bravo 😊

[@ronaldabenthien7189]

I don't throw toilet paper in my tank (unless a poo) but i usually use an outhouse in the bush ✌️🇨🇦💗

[@ronaldabenthien7189]

Thanks!

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Thank you for the tip Ronalda. I appreciate it!!

[@elainemcintyre4407]

Good on you Carolyn & Eddie, job well done. Elaine from Queensland,Australia.

[@Gskuhn1958]

If you over-tighten hose clamps you will cause the lip of the rubber part (coupler, hose, seal, gasket) to bulge which them promotes the determination of the rubber leading to leaks and cracks. Also, always wear heavy duty rubber gloves anytime you enter your black tank compartment or touch any black water equipment. All it takes is one little scratch and you can wind up in the ER.

[@gradygipson8969]

One of your best video, Thank you for the information.

[@JayJayFromAZ]

Rubber mallet and longer screwdrivers. Good job!

[@CarolynsRVLife]

We had longer screwdrivers. They wouldn't fit with the knobs from the valves and there is no way a rubber mallet would have gotten in there to do anything.

[@E.K.2003]

It's so great when a good samaritan is there to help out. Good for you on getting that needed part and continuing on with your adventures.💩🚐🔦🔩🔧

[@samhandley1]

lol didn’t we all have to handle Our own 💩. Awesome job fixing the problem!

[@jennifercampbell5071]

What you may want to invest in is an electric drill with rechargeable batteries and long extensions for drill bits and a socket set for smaller clamps like the ones you were working with. It would've made short work of that job,but, bravo to your success in changing your part. GIRL POWER!

[@CarolynsRVLife]

I have an electric drill (in fact it has appeared in many videos) and long extensions and none of it did a bit of good. Did you see those knobs?? But I sure do love the advice I get once the job is done and the video is live. .So Helpful.

[@andreamcguin2375]

@@CarolynsRVLife Whoa Carolyn, it sounded to me like Jennifer Campbell was trying to be helpful, AND also applauding you for a job well done. Why so snarky?

[@Notmymonkey35]

​@andreamcguin2375 I think you have misunderstood what Caroline's response was. Not sparky at all, just straightforward and honest. Seems like you aren't familiar enough with her, or you would know this. 😮

[@andreamcguin2375]

@@Notmymonkey35 "but I sure do love the advice I get once the job is done and the video is live, so helpful." I'm sorry, it comes off as mean spirited. Doesn't she end some of her segments with "be kind?"

[@cherylsibson2529]

Great Carolyn!

[@HopeLivesHere721]

Great job Carolyn. You rock. Thanks for sharing.

[@poetfederico]

Okay I've been solo in isolated far too long! You said say hi to my friend and I literally raise my hand up to say hi before I realized😮😮😂

[@jamesfay3319]

Nice video on how to do it

[@heathergentlyinthewind806]

Nightmare! Kudos to you for willing to try it!

[@debliedel]

Good job!!

[@jeanwonnacott2718]

Always keepin it real, Carolyn!!! Thanks for that!!! Poor Matilda, had a bad day.....😂 her butt is leaking....

[@dreamingmusicgal]

It's a shity(pun intended) job but someone has to do it as the always say. Happy you had your friend there to help and moral support. Blessings! Sherry

[@michellebarlondsmith6243]

look at you yeah I would have called the rv guy..... good job .... Bravo

[@yepimonyoutube]

Awe this actually an awesome video i love your vibe 💛💛💛

[@ThePeasantsCottage]

It's always the black tank! Why is that, lol? Great job, but I too am planning to install a composting toilet. It's worth it not to have the worry or hassle.🤪

[@kzedd60]

Thank you for sharing!👍🌻

[@CarrieMtn]

Edie! Great friend! Carolyn more power to you! Doesn’t it feel great to accomplish something difficult?

[@alysiachristensen5475]

Yes…. More how to’s

[@paige_n_neri]

Great job! Want to come change my black tank valve?

[@havenonwheels5158]

Sure! But you’ll have to drive to us 😂😂😂

[@paige_n_neri]

😂😂😂😂

[@bambihargrove6499]

Girls Rock ❤😊

[@willhunt3857]

Good job, I hate poop jobs! Lol

[@panchamama]

Well done👌

[@CH-eg7tg]

Edie was so sweet and cool to help! Does Edie have a channel to follow also ?

[@troyedante6128]

I'm sure if Carolyn's friend had a channel she'd have mentioned it.

[@havenonwheels5158]

Thank you. We don’t have a channel. I’ve been a moderator for Carolyn’s channel long enough to know I don’t want to deal with the nasty trolls out there. But thank you for asking 😊

[@Luvpig]

Sh*t happens!😂❤

[@unclerick4569]

Better you than me, and since I haven't walked a mile in your shoes, just an idea... Nitrile Disposable Gloves, maybe? I mean... people wear them when they drain their tanks, so why not wear them while repairing your system?

[@colette1885]

great job

[@daveogarf]

HIIII!, EDIEEEEE!

[@pilyaventuras2391]

I think is time for a new RV

[@oceanlover3530]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@orthodudeness]

You have released a new fragrance. How many in your ride think the same????💩😁

[@elizabethcarney3608]

😮

[@luzrucci5534]

Just purchased a portable toilet..no black tank for me.

[@Linda-td8hj]

Good job girls well done 🎉 doing a ☢️job on the rv ❤

[@Karen-nc1db]

fix. it. with Duck tape . never travel. without DUCT Tape

[@havenonwheels5158]

We have rolls of duct tape. It’s a great patch, but it’s better to fix the problem. 😊

[@johnhershey4010]

Don't forget to wash your hands

[@freddie_ray1498]

A nut driver works better that a screwdriver..

[@troyedante6128]

I don't think Carolyn carries a garage with her. She did great.

[@freddie_ray1498]

@@troyedante6128 Having a nut driver is an essential tool. It's not carrying a garage, should be in every tool kit...

[@theoracle6881]

@@freddie_ray1498 You're driving me nuts 😂🤣😂

[@deirdre5279]

Good job!