Surplus RV places in Elkhart

[Jim Blackwood]

Based on the jet sizes I'd say NG but I haven't looked at the orifices yet. Those could be reduced for propane. Once I have it cleaned up and painted I'll test it out and see.

I've been looking at RV toilets. I want one with gravity flush, porcelain, standard height, pedal flush and an elongated bowl. Both the Dometic and Thetford have a number of bad reviews for substandard parts and/or quality control. Presently I'm leaning a little towards the Thetford.

My impression at this point is that here is another item where I will have to just pony up the money and buy new. Anyone care to state your preference and why?

Thanks,
Jim

[richard5933]

New isn't that expensive, especially if you take into account the possibility of having to buy new flush valves for a used one. Only used I'd consider would be from a rig which was new and only used a short time before being wrecked.

Not sure I understand the excitement over the porcelain either - yeah, it's more durable and you can scrub it without having to worry about scratching, but to me it's unnecessary weight and expense. Lots of options for simple gravity drop toilets in the traditional plastic.

[dtcerrato]

Our 1979 Sealand porcelain bowl is as new as the day we bought it. The plastic bowl in the prior class C was cigarette burnt by a visitor in short order. Just saying.

[Tedsoldbus]

If someone smoked in our bathroom there would be a burn mark in the toilette and a bullet hole in the bathroom door.....
A used toilette? Are you kidding me? Ick factor alone I'd say go new. We had 3 RVs with plastic bowls and too hard to keep looking good. Go porcelain. It doesn't weigh that much more. We all like to save a little money but treat yourself on this one...

[Jim Blackwood]

I did. Thetford #34431, ceramic oblong bowl, 17-1/2" tall, foot pedal, hand washer, white. Similar to the replacement one we bought at Camper's World when the one in the Coachmen needed replaced. Just a smidge under $300 with shipping. Had generally good reviews.

There remain a few items from my original list but I've got enough to keep me busy for awhile. Need to let the bank account recover a bit as well.

I'm still planning to make the trip, primarily in order to search for the propane tank, but also a water heater and a few other odds and ends. Won't be for at least a couple weeks though and maybe longer.

Jim