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daviddnv · 06-21-2019, 09:28 AM

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Originally Posted by cwk

A macerator pump is the first thing I thought of as well.

David: I suggest watching a couple of youtube videos to see how they work. There are distance and height limits, so be sure what you purchase works for your needs. It may be the simplest solution, and take up the least amount of room. The waste water carts are not tiny.

Good luck!!!

Thanks for the Good Luck. I think I'll use the cart first and see how bad it is. I can pull it with the lawn mower or something. I'll be watching plenty of videos and such before a do anything. I still have a couple of weeks before full time. I can practice with fresh water first.

Sue46 · 06-21-2019, 03:21 PM

Regarding the dealer knowing you are living in it fulltime, he doesn't care, all he want to do is sell the rig to you. The dealer does not warranty the rig, the mfgs. do.

theoldwizard · 06-21-2019, 09:10 PM

A macerator sounds like it is the solution to your problem. I would add that, after the last tank is emptied, you probably want to run 5-10 of clean water through that tank to flush the hose. Buy a good quality 3/4" rubber hose that will not kink !

G Schulz · 06-22-2019, 06:28 AM

As far as the warranty is considered, read the fine print on your policy. Warranty company’s always have reasons for denying claims. Living full-time in a rig that is not marketed as a full-time could be their reason.

twogypsies · 06-22-2019, 01:54 PM

I would say the majority of folks full-timing are doing so very successfully in a RV not marketed for full-time. Plus, once the manufacturer's warranty runs out (1 yr ?) it makes absolutely no difference. Don't get all hung up on this.

If anything happens during that 1 yr warranty period just say you're on a long vacation - which you are. I've never heard of any issues with this and we've been sitting around a LOT of campfires with full-timers.

daviddnv · 06-24-2019, 06:29 AM

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Originally Posted by twogypsies

I would say the majority of folks full-timing are doing so very successfully in a RV not marketed for full-time. Plus, once the manufacturer's warranty runs out (1 yr ?) it makes absolutely no difference. Don't get all hung up on this.

If anything happens during that 1 yr warranty period just say you're on a long vacation - which you are. I've never heard of any issues with this and we've been sitting around a LOT of campfires with full-timers.

This makes me feel a little better, thanks. That's pretty much what the dealer said, but I do agree for the most part, that the dealer will say almost anything to get the sale.

I bought the extended warranty for the appliances and the "on-site" repair service. I didn't want to pack up and transport the the TT just because the refrigerator went out, or something like that. I'm really hoping not to have to use the warranty at all.

Oldelevatorman · 07-22-2019, 10:52 PM

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Originally Posted by daviddnv

This makes me feel a little better, thanks. That's pretty much what the dealer said, but I do agree for the most part, that the dealer will say almost anything to get the sale.

I bought the extended warranty for the appliances and the "on-site" repair service. I didn't want to pack up and transport the the TT just because the refrigerator went out, or something like that. I'm really hoping not to have to use the warranty at all.

You will need the warranty at some point. Just because you’re parked doesn’t mean stuff won’t go south on you, it’s an RV! Having mobile service is a plus too! I’ll give you 2 tips. Don’t leave your awning out when you’re gone or your water on! Good luck!

saddlesore · 07-22-2019, 11:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Oldelevatorman

Don’t leave your awning out when you’re gone or your water on! Good luck!

x 2 !!!!

Barbaraok · 07-23-2019, 02:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Oldelevatorman

You will need the warranty at some point. Just because you’re parked doesn’t mean stuff won’t go south on you, it’s an RV! Having mobile service is a plus too! I’ll give you 2 tips. Don’t leave your awning out when you’re gone or your water on! Good luck!

You don't necessarily have to have a warranty (which really is just a service contract for future work type of insurance) but you can self-fund your own repairs. We put 10% of the purchase price into an account and add to it each month enough to cover cost of annual maintenance, tires every 6-7 years, batteries every 6-7 years, etc. We have been doing that for 14 years now and always have enough set aside to cover any repair that we have needed.

daviddnv · 07-24-2019, 11:09 AM

Thanks for the tips. I've been moved in for about 3 days or so. Then I had to go away for about 10 days. I'll be fully moved in this weekend.

I did turn off the water when I left (which I would do in my condo too). But I left the awning out (about 25% out), I didn't think about that. I like it to give some shade to help with the AC. What would be the reason to close it when I'm gone? For storms and such? It's on property with others, so they will be able to let me know if anything happens.

I think I'm going to like... As long as I don't get tired of carting the waste water (explained prior).

Thanks again for the tips!

cwk · 07-24-2019, 11:56 AM

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Originally Posted by daviddnv

Thanks for the tips. I've been moved in for about 3 days or so. Then I had to go away for about 10 days. I'll be fully moved in this weekend.

I did turn off the water when I left (which I would do in my condo too). But I left the awning out (about 25% out), I didn't think about that. I like it to give some shade to help with the AC. What would be the reason to close it when I'm gone? For storms and such? It's on property with others, so they will be able to let me know if anything happens.

I think I'm going to like... As long as I don't get tired of carting the waste water (explained prior).

Thanks again for the tips!

It sounds like you are going to be fine.

Turning water off is GOOD.

Personally, I would close the awning completely. Can you count on the "others" to close the awning BEFORE a storm or high wind situation? At 3:00 AM? Do they even know how to operate the awning?

I would guess that they would be able to let you know if anything happens. "Yeah, your awning got ripped off and the metal frame poked a hole through the window and the side of the RV. Then we had heavy rain for an hour that blew everywhere. Is there supposed to be water coming out near the bottom of your door? Is that how your gutters work?"

Seriously, assume that no one will be there exactly when they need to close the awning. As others have said, close the awning before leaving.

twogypsies · 07-24-2019, 05:08 PM

A neighbor left for a day of siteseeing and we had to clean the snow from his awning before it collasped by the freak storm!

Barbaraok · 07-24-2019, 05:13 PM

And the assumptions that every awning can be retracted from outside isn’t a good one. Nor are people who have automatic retraction in case of wind good to go, sometimes microbursts aahit before system can fully retract, or system breaks! [emoji35]

daviddnv · 07-26-2019, 10:38 AM

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Originally Posted by cwk

I would guess that they would be able to let you know if anything happens. "Yeah, your awning got ripped off and the metal frame poked a hole through the window and the side of the RV. Then we had heavy rain for an hour that blew everywhere. Is there supposed to be water coming out near the bottom of your door? Is that how your gutters work?"

Lol, yeah, I get. That makes sense. I'm about to go away for another 7 days or so. I'll close it this time.

All great advice. Thanks.