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Holding tank implosion

  • May 25, 2013 7:04 PM
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    Message # 1301485
    Deleted user
    This is the second time in 7 years that the holding tank has imploded on me while pumping it out. Am I the only one to whom this has happened?
    This time the threads for the coupler are striped, so I've put an order to Bud for a new one.
    Needless to say, not a fun job!
  • May 27, 2013 5:55 AM
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    Reply # 1302074 on 1301485
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    Norm,

    What do you mean by your "head was in-line"?  I'm not conjuring up what this would look like.

    -Steve
  • June 02, 2013 6:25 PM
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    Reply # 1307710 on 1301485
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    Thanks for your help gentlemen. I gather that the vent isn't sufficient when the holding tank is pumped out. Indeed, by directing the head diverter to the holding tank, everything will sucked out and eventualy even what's in the head, therefore able to suck thrue an 1.5 inches hose at all times. Now, let's remember to properly direct the diverter.
  • June 03, 2013 4:51 PM
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    Reply # 1308615 on 1301485
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    I'm new so I'm still learning but I stumbled across this site that had tanks with vacuum relief valves to prevent implosion.


    I'm needing a whole new system for my W28.

    David F.