Cleaning the holding tanks

[OneOleMan]

Didn't want to hijack another discussion on holding tank probes so just a thought:

After dumping the tanks what about refilling them to 1/3 then adding some liquid Dawn. I would think the sloshing around would do a pretty good job of cleaning things up, probes and all, when travelling from site “A” to site "B".

[padlin]

I've heard of this before, sure sounds like it's worth a shot, if you can remember to do it.

[cpaharley2008]

Yes it is called the GEO method RV Tank Sensors &The GEO Method | Wheeling It

[jamie beers]

I think this has been mentioned elsewhere - can put a bag of ice cubes into tank, which will slosh around and scrub the tank as you drive.

[rbryan4]

The problem with the stock probes is that they have a tendency for things to stick to them no matter how clean the tank is, since they're just threaded bolts. As many have also done, I decided to send Reace some Horst probes instead. They stay clean because of their design.

[cpaharley2008]

Never had any issues with the stock probes in any of my trailers over past 10 years. Your use may determine your issues. Thus it can vary.

[Thane]

Dish soap is a good idea. I put in a powdered water softener like White King and a little laundry detergent as it doesn't makes as much bubbles as dish soap.