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How To Change An Rv Toilet

Are all RV toilets interchangeable?

The best prices on the best RV toilets in the Industry. Many customers now replace their older plastic RV toilet (that came with their RV) with the newer porcelain toilets. Both Thetford & Dometic toilets will interchange with each other and these newer models are much more water efficient.

Can you put a standard toilet in an RV?

Can you put a regular toilet into an RV? No, you cannot put a regular toilet into an RV. First off, the construction is not meant to be rattled down the road, they use a lot more water, and they will use up lots of black water tank storage due to more water being used.

Can you replace RV toilet with regular toilet?

Don’t replace RV toilet with a standard toilet, if at all possible. While it can be done, it will quickly become a pain afterward because unless you’re in a static position with a park RV model, you will quickly run out of water. This will necessitate refilling the water tanks regularly and stopping off to do so.

Can you put a porcelain toilet in an RV?

Yes, there are porcelain RV toilets. While some RVs come with one, it’s often an upgrade. If you’re unsure if a model comes standard with a ceramic RV toilet, consult the manufacturer or your RV dealer.

How much does it cost to replace an RV toilet?

Replacing an RV toilet can cost anywhere from $300 to $500, depending on your model. To replace the entire unit, you will need to purchase a new unit which typically costs around $130.

How do I find the model of my RV toilet?

It’s usually down near the floor, behind the bowl. If you have a phone with a camera, you might be able to get your arm back there and take a pic of it.

What size fitting is on an RV toilet?

Almost every common RV toilet uses a 1/2″ FPT or MPT fitting at the water entry (generally MPT).

Do RV toilets use wax rings?

Some RV toilets use a wax ring to seal the toilet. Other RV toilets, however, use a rubber ring. The rubber ring won’t melt in a hot RV as the wax ring would.

Do RV toilets have a trap?

Typically, RV toilets do not have p-traps. When you flush an RV toilet, a large flap opens and it flushes directly down into the holding tank. You can see right down in there.

How much does an RV toilet cost?

RV Toilet Pricing $180 to $250: This is the price range into which most standard RV toilets fall. You’ll find RV-sized toilets that mount to the floor, include flushing capability, and work like a typical toilet. Available in plastic and ceramic, you’ll have quite a few options to choose from.

Can you poop in a camper toilet?

RV toilets are designed to handle all human waste, including your poop. If you are properly maintaining your black tank and RV toilet, plus using plenty of fresh water when flushing, you will be able to poop in your RV without experiencing clogs or smells.

How much does an RV porcelain toilet weigh?

Enhance your purchase Color White Item Dimensions LxWxH 22 x 14.75 x 19.75 inches Material Other Brand Dometic Item Weight 36 Pounds.

Should my RV toilet hold water?

Usually, after it has been flushed you RV toilet will hold a small amount of water in the bowl. Less than your toilet at home, but just enough to block odors from rising from the black water tank and entering your rig’s cabin. When your RV toilet stops holding water it’s a (stinky) problem.

What is a RV cassette toilet?

With a cassette toilet, a toilet is installed over a small, removable waste tank. Once that is finished, you put the small waste tank back into your van. The cassette toilet is most similar to other RV toilets because it requires a permanent black-water tank in your van.

What model of Thetford RV toilet do I have?

Using the data sticker to identify your Thetford toilet model. If you are not sure which model toilet you have, you will find a data sticker attached to the base of the toilet beneath the waste holding tank. The model number will be printed at the beginning above the barcode – as shown below.

What is the difference between Dometic 300 and 310?

The rough in for the 300 is 8.5″ and the 310 is 10″. That may or may not make a difference depending on the design of one toilet vs the other. I would think it would work but you might just pull up the install instructions to be sure. The rough in for the 300 is 8.5″ and the 310 is 10″.

Where are Dometic toilets made?

Dometic toilets are built to last with a highly durable plastic and china material. Dometic is located within the United States, so you know you get a good quality product when you buy a new Dometic RV toilet.