If you're looking to winterize your RV, one option is to use your fresh water tank. You'll need to start by draining all the water from your tank, then adding a non-toxic antifreeze. Be sure to run the antifreeze through all your lines, including your faucets and shower head. Once everything is flushed out, you can fill your tank back up with fresh water and add more antifreeze, just to be safe.
RV water tanks need to be vented to allow air to enter the tank as water is used. This prevents the tank from becoming a vacuum and collapsing. The vent also allows the tank to equalize pressure as the water level changes.
No, RV water does not have to be hooked to city water. You can use an on-board water tank and fill it up with fresh water as needed.
If you are considering adding a freshwater tank to your RV, you will need to decide how big of a tank you need. A good rule of thumb is that you will need one gallon of water per person per day. This means that if you have a family of four, you will need a minimum of four gallons of water per day. You may also want to consider adding a little extra to your tank for emergencies.
5/5
Built-in Thermostat is Set to Turn Itself on at 45°F( + - 5 degrees) and Turn Itself off at 68°F( + - 5 degrees). As long as the On/Off Switch is in the ON Position and Electrical Power is Supplied, the Thermostat will Continuing Cycle Preventing Freezing
Heater Pads are Designed and Engineered to Protect RV Holding Tanks, Pipes and Steps from Freezing. Winter Convenience of Today’s RV’er. Provides Water for RV Trailer Mobile Home in Winter
Pad Size 12' x 18' Works Efficiently Up to 50 Gallon Holding Tanks. Self Adhesive Make it Easy Installation, 3mm Foam Insulation Pad, no Extra Facility Required
Passed US Standard QAI Certification. 2-Wires Design Without Plug- Convenience for Fixed Place Installation. Includes Lead Wire for Power(Red wire) and Ground Wire(White wire)
We Own the Patent and Certificate for this Heater Pad, Patent No.: US10257888B2. Genesis Lighting are the Only Manufacturer for this Product, With Registered Brand " Facon"
$234
They matched the description to a T. received them right away. really simple to install Since I haven't gone camping yet this winter, I haven't actually had an opportunity to utilize them. I did test them for heat, and they function as they should. I am really happy with these tank heating pads and would suggest them to anyone who is looking for them because they are about a third less expensive than ones from my local dealer.
4.8/5
10 Gallon Capacity Fresh Drinking Water Safe Holding Tank Manufactured by Class A Customs - NSF FDA Approved & BPA FREE - Fresh & Drinking Water Safe
NON-PRESSURIZED TANK: you will need to vent this tank to use it, letting air in and out during use. Do NOT hook garden hose to tank use a fill dish.
WATER TANK MEASUREMENTS: 19†Longest Length (not including fittings) x 9†x 14†(rotate tank to change height or width) Average thickness 7/32†+/- (+/- .25" on each measurement)
Great extra water storage in RV, pop-up camper, off road vehicles, concession trailers, hot dog carts, smaller food vendors and portable hand washing sinks. Class A Customs Manufactures this item here in the US in Elkhart, Indiana. NSF paperwork readily available and NSF logo molded into the tank.
BUILT-IN FITTING: (TWO) 1½ " Dia screw in balloon fitting (threaded female - NPT Standard) fitting will be closed, to use remove inner membrane with razor knife (TWO) ½ " Dia screw in fittings (threaded female - NPT Standard)
$234
Although quite durable, the plastic does contain bits of plastic from the assembling process, as others have noted. The holes can't accommodate some of the chips because they are too big. I spoke with the seller and am awaiting word on the next step. Although I am aware that the large plastic fragments in the tank pose no health danger, I am concerned that they will impede water movement. Once I receive a response from the vendor, I update the review.**Update** The maker/seller responded to me before my review was published. I received instructions on how to take the items apart via email. Because my one issue has been rectified and because of the prompt response, I'm upgrading my rating from a 3 to a 4. Without the problems with the trash, I would have rated it a five.
4.6/5
Color: White
Plug Size: 3/4"
Dust plug and strap
Protects your fresh water system from dust and insects
$234
I needed a cover for the water inlet fitting on an older pop-up camp trailer that I recently purchased. This met the requirements. It was simple to install, and I no longer have to worry about toxins contaminating our water supply. When we are connected to city water, the strap means I won't have to worry about losing it.Valterra White 3/4" Plug with Strap (A0170SVP)
4.5/5
1 1/4" barn connection
Parts are constructed with UV stabilized Plastic
4.5" Wide and fits a 3.5" cut out
1/2" air vent for faster fill rates
Bayonet style cap
$234
As soon as you pick up this product, you can know it is high quality.Installation in the side of our camper van was simple. Since few locations offer 3.5" hole saws, I suggest ordering one from Amazon at the same time you purchase this.HELPFUL - Finding tubing for the 1 1/4 barn fitting on the back was difficult, but we discovered that aquarium supply companies carry tubing ( we filter our water with a berkey after so not worries about what kind of tubing we use for filling the tank )putty/silicone installed, with a watertight sealNo problems with the cap remaining on, and I heartily endorse it for everyone.
4.5/5
Brand New
$234
If installed properly, this component performed well and fit well! If you purchase a new water pump, just get a new one of these too; it's not worth the trouble to remove the old pipe and reuse it. I battled to line it up similarly to the old water pump and make sure that it was snug. I tried to tighten it by stepping on the water pump, but soon I was hurting myself for no gain. Then it dawned on me: remove the A/C Compressor bolts (but leave the fifth bolt holding the a/c lines in place! ), set it aside, and then tighten the water pump bolts. The pipe alignment can then be completed by using a decent wrench. I was nervous when I started because I thought I had stripped the pipe nut by myself before, but with a little elbow grease and a little dancing, the simple task was successfully performed.
4.1/5
Easily slips into all water tank fill fittings
Reduces back flow pressure, cutting fill time in half
Includes a large 3/8" opening valve and 5/8" tubing for the maximum fill rate
$234
We routinely camp in the Midwest on state parks and federal properties with our two young children while towing a travel trailer. Water hookups are rare in most. This fill hose has a shut-off valve dial on it and twists on easily to the water hose at the filling station. Our 30 foot Jayco trailer has a secure fill hose that I can plug into the fill hole and let go of without worrying about it slipping out. The shut off valve has so far performed admirably for us; we haven't encountered any of the issues that some other reviewers have reported (perhaps just a faulty batch of that component?). I'm aware that there are several variants of how to make one of these yourself on Pinterest, but saving the hassle and the cost was worth it. It was simple to place the order with Amazon Prime, and it was delivered to my house in just two days (I'm a sucker for not having to schlep the kids to the store!). Value it. I'll definitely purchase another one if ours ever gets lost or damaged.
4.1/5
We Own the Patent and Certificate for this Heater Pad, Patent No.: US10257888B2. Genesis Lighting are the Only Manufacturer for this Product, With Registered Brand " Facon"
Passed US Standard QAI Certification. 2-Wires Design Without Plug- Convenience for Fixed Place Installation. Includes Lead Wire for Power(Red wire) and Ground Wire(White wire)
Heater Pads are Designed and Engineered to Protect RV Holding Tanks, Pipes and Steps from Freezing. Winter Convenience of Today’s RV’er. Provides Water for RV Trailer Mobile Home in Winter
Built-in Thermostat is Set to Turn Itself on at 45°F( + - 5 degrees) and Turn Itself off at 68°F( + - 5 degrees). As long as the On/Off Switch is in the ON Position and Electrical Power is Supplied, the Thermostat will Continuing Cycle Preventing Freezing
Pad Size 12' x 18' Works Efficiently Up to 50 Gallon Holding Tanks. Self Adhesive Make it Easy Installation, 3mm Foam Insulation Pad, no Extra Facility Required
$234
A tank heater that was six years old and had a broken ground wire where it joined to the heater pad was replaced with a Falcon CW-T1218 heater. This was most likely brought on by the factory's inadequate wire tying down and lack of strain relief for the wires on the heater pad. The strain relief clasp on the pad of the Falcon heater made installation simple, and it should prevent broken wires. How well it holds up will only be apparent with use and time.The testing done after installation is listed below.The 13.5V DC 65 Watts (4.8A) rated Falcon CW-T1218 tank heater was tested at 30 degrees F.voltage measurements made at the battery.Clamp meter readings of amps taken close to the heater pad.Lower values are probably caused by resistance that occurs naturally in RV wiring.When the RV is connected to a 120V AC outlet and a converter is supplying the DC power, 13.5V x 4.4A = 59.4 Watts.RV running on battery power when unplugged: 12.6V x 4.0A = 50.4 WattsOn the outside of the heating pad, additional temperature testing was conducted using an infrared thermometer:The outside air was between 47 and 48 degrees Fahrenheit.Tank has a half gallon of liquid.Initial temperature reading: 47.3 °F1/2 hour: 57.7One hour: 60.2 One and a half hours: 52.7With the outside temperature just a little bit above 60 degrees, the tank heater allegedly shut off shortly after one hour.A shutdown temperature of about 68 degrees was likely reached on the interior surface where the heating element is located.
4/5
Stackable // Water NOT included
Includes one 63mm cap with gasket and center threaded 3/4 FPT with cut-away membrane.
Made in the USA, Shipping Included in the Price.
Portable (8" x 9.5" x 12")
Natural BPA free Food-grade Plastic; container resin USA sourced
$234
These came in a timely manner and were in perfect condition.It has big dimples on the top that fit into nooks on the bottom of another jug, which I find appealing. Because of this, you may stack them one on top of the other without worrying about the top one falling off. It could use a separate capped vent, but I'm not giving it a point because that would only add another leak-prone aperture. It might also break off if it is handled roughly.Both the recessed mouth and cap and the incorporated handle are excellent. I'm certain that the weight of a full jug won't cause the handle to break off and leave holes, rendering the jug useless because the handle appears to have a reinforced section where it joins to the container. The internal threads on the cap allow you to attach a spigot, which is another feature I enjoy. I purchased a spare cap so that I can still seal the jug without worrying that the spigot will break off. Simply put, I keep the cap with the spigot with the rest of my bug-out gear.These can be readily and swiftly thrown in the car along with my bug-out bag and box (we live in earthquake and fire country).Last but not least, I love, love, love that it's American-made. I don't believe the products from some nations of origin to be what they claim to be.
3.7/5
Parts are constructed with UV stabilized Plastic
Outside dimensions: 7-5/8" wide and 6-1/2" high
1/2" MPT, 1-1/4" barb connection and 1/2" air vent for faster fill rates
Gravity/city water lockable hatch that used for filling the water holding tank with gravity (meaning it does not have a threaded connection) or a city water threaded connection with a garden hose.
2 Keys & Lock
$234
Despite the fact that I haven't yet used it, I must admit that it is well-made, a good size, and will be greatly appreciated whenever it is used on the THOW this coming Spring.
There is no definitive answer to this question. It depends on a number of factors, such as the size and weight of your RV, the roads you'll be traveling, the weather, and your own comfort level. In general, however, it's best to limit your driving to about 500 miles per day. This will give you plenty of time to rest and explore your surroundings.
If you are referring to how long water can sit in an RV fresh water tank without being used, the answer is typically around three to four days. This timeframe can be extended if the water is treated with a RV holding tank sanitizer. If the water is not treated, it is recommended that you use it within two days.
Assuming you are driving an average RV at an average speed on an average highway, it would take you about 6 hours to drive 300 miles. Of course, there are many variables that could affect this number, such as the size and weight of your RV, the posted speed limit, and the amount of traffic on the road.
RV's don't really have a set "mileage" that they travel each day. It all depends on the driver and their destination. Some people like to take their time and travel only a few hundred miles a day while others are willing to drive all day long to get to their destination. It really varies from person to person.
If you live in your RV, you should start it at least once a week to keep the engine in good working order. If you're storing your RV for the winter, you should start it every month or so to keep the battery charged and to prevent the engine from seizing up.
Yes, it is perfectly fine to pull an RV with a full fresh water tank. In fact, it is often recommended to do so in order to help keep the water fresh and prevent any contamination.
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