Moe
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Post by Moe on Feb 14, 2016 22:00:13 GMT -8
Hello Everyone, I recently came into ownership of a 1973 Santa Fe 23 foot travel trailer. It needs some repairs, so I am making a list of what I want done to it. That being said, I am thinking of removing the standard RV toilet, and black tank, and wanting to install a composting toilet (natures head). I'v seen some reviews and that got me thinking. If I dont need a black tank anymore, can I make that area a battery tray/compartment for solar? I have a battery bank of 6 and I think that would fit nicely there (at the very rear of the trailer). what are your thoughts?
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Post by vikx on Feb 14, 2016 22:10:13 GMT -8
Do some research on weight and towing. I think it might be do-able, but difficult to get to the batteries. (under the trailer?)
A 6 battery bank is HEAVY. I know that some trailers have had rear end sag due to excess weight in the rear. Would it be possible to balance the load closer to the axle(s)? I'm not experienced with big systems like this but believe they can work if you do the homework.
Let us know how it goes.
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turbodaddy
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Post by turbodaddy on Feb 15, 2016 15:22:50 GMT -8
Just checked out "Natures Head". Almost $1000! Here is my take (for what its worth)
I could see using a composting toilet in a permanent location like a cabin, where it would be used frequently, but it seems impractical in a camper. Consider this as a different approach. Buy a Thetford "Curve" porta potty (about $120 and neat and clean to use). Keep the black tank, but re-plumb and use it for additional gray water capacity.
6 batteries seems like an awful lot. What size are they?
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SusieQ
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Post by SusieQ on Feb 15, 2016 19:56:31 GMT -8
Someone here does have a composting toilet. I did some research on them a while back when considering one for a cabin (that I didn't buy). The efficient ones are expensive as you probably know by now. IMO, a composting toilet would be a reasonable solution as long as you have space for it and space to get to it for emptying and maintenance. I have the Thetford Curve and I love it, and you can get "green" chemicals for it.
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