[C320-list] waste water

[Fred LEcuyer]

Gaetano:
 
We had a similar situation. In our case, a 2003 model, we had the black hoses and they did give off some odor. In the process of changing them, I discovered that the original (7 year old) hose clamps weren't making a good enough seal and had been dripping some of the waste water under the tank. I removed the tank and cleaned under it, and replaced most of the hoses with the white ones. Most of the problem is gone now. I still have two hoses left to change this Spring.
 
Good luck!
 
Fred L'Ecuyer
First Light 
 
 
> From: wupdike at hotmail.com
> To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
> Date: Fri, 18 Mar 2011 17:18:33 -0400
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] waste water
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> Gaetano, a late model 320, like your, should have all plastic hoses (tubes.) If they have a shiny 
> White surface, that is what they are and you should not have a problem related to the hose (tube.) If you are using fresh water flush and your vent hose is not blocked, then I'm not sure what to say about the cause of the odor. 
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> I think Odorlos is a very good product. We've been using it for several years; and, with the fresh water flush, we've not had a problem. Hopefully, you can find it from a supplier in Europe. Certainly, you can buy it from WestMarine.com. Try an RV supplier as they may charge less.
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> Google "peggy hall" the avowed expert on marine toilet systems for ideas. Learn about aerobic and anaerobic bacteria. It's the latter that make the odor. You need to promote the former.
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> Warren & Pattie Updike
> 1994 C320 #62 "Warr de Mar"
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