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Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-19-2021, 10:50 AM
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Posted By tdf-texas
The dump mod should be easy to do. Just dry fit...

The dump mod should be easy to do. Just dry fit the piping before using the ABS cement and everything should be fine.

After you get the dump mod done, you should have had enough practice with ABS...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-08-2019, 02:02 PM
Replies: 196
Views: 46,582
Posted By tdf-texas
Pat did a great job of mounting the pipe hanger. ...

Pat did a great job of mounting the pipe hanger. It looks like it is located right at where the "turn" in the piping occurs and will give the piping the most support. This piping mod is better than...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-07-2019, 11:04 PM
Replies: 196
Views: 46,582
Posted By tdf-texas
That's a great job of clamping the pipe - it...

That's a great job of clamping the pipe - it looks like it isn't going to flex at all!
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-02-2019, 05:57 PM
Replies: 196
Views: 46,582
Posted By tdf-texas
When I did my plumbing redo, that plumbing strap...

When I did my plumbing redo, that plumbing strap was the first to go. A pipe clamp mounted to the frame is much preferred.



And it looks like you have a really clean upgrade to your drains. ...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-01-2019, 09:17 PM
Replies: 196
Views: 46,582
Posted By tdf-texas
Putting holes in the frame could weaken it. I...

Putting holes in the frame could weaken it. I added a bracket to secure the piping on my mod by scraping the paint off an area of the frame that I wanted the bracket on and JB welding the bracket to...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 03-31-2019, 08:35 AM
Replies: 196
Views: 46,582
Posted By tdf-texas
Thanks, I missed that. Good that you found a...

Thanks, I missed that. Good that you found a home for your T80 - I ended up trashing the one I had due to no takers.
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 03-31-2019, 07:40 AM
Replies: 196
Views: 46,582
Posted By tdf-texas
I think he's using a T84. Same procedure except...

I think he's using a T84. Same procedure except with the 3" to 1 1/2" offset adapter glued to the T84, "your last move can be gluing the 90 onto the short pipe stub you glue inside the collar of the...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 03-23-2019, 07:07 PM
Replies: 196
Views: 46,582
Posted By tdf-texas
Looks good! The 19' is a tough one to do. ...

Looks good! The 19' is a tough one to do. Still wish we had a 2" spin weld fitting on the grey but the way you did yours is about as close to perfect as it gets. :cheers:
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 01-24-2019, 10:00 PM
Replies: 196
Views: 46,582
Posted By tdf-texas
This is a easy mod to do but let me know if I can...

This is a easy mod to do but let me know if I can be of any assistance. My 21' didn't have the foam so it was easier to see what needed to be done. Feel free to PM me for any pictures, parts list,...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 01-24-2019, 03:55 PM
Replies: 196
Views: 46,582
Posted By tdf-texas
Sorry, I posted, read it back, and then changed...

Sorry, I posted, read it back, and then changed the #113 post.

To get the T68 out, he is going to have to cut the grey tank piping anyway - no way around it. He doesn't have to upsize the piping...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 01-24-2019, 03:36 PM
Replies: 196
Views: 46,582
Posted By tdf-texas
I didn't know that the earlier 21' had the T68 -...

I didn't know that the earlier 21' had the T68 - thanks! Yes, to install either the T80 or T84, ATHiker will have to cut both the black tank and grey tank pipe to get it to fit - the T68 is...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 01-24-2019, 09:37 AM
Replies: 196
Views: 46,582
Posted By tdf-texas
Are you wanting to just replace the ETI installed...

Are you wanting to just replace the ETI installed LaSalle Bristol dump valves with new ones or are you wanting to do the dump mod?

If you want to do just a replacement, yes they have the same hole...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 01-07-2019, 09:19 AM
Replies: 196
Views: 46,582
Posted By tdf-texas
The fitting I used to make the 90 turn from the...

The fitting I used to make the 90 turn from the grey tank is
https://www.homedepot.com/p/2-in-ABS-DWV-90-Degree-Spigot-x-Hub-Elbow-C58072HD2/100342577

It keeps the distance from the grey pipe to...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 01-06-2019, 08:06 PM
Replies: 196
Views: 46,582
Posted By tdf-texas
Looks like you're on a roll! :thumb: We want...

Looks like you're on a roll! :thumb: We want pics when it's done. :dance:

Are you going to put the T and cap in the drain line so you have the straight flush path?
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 01-06-2019, 12:35 PM
Replies: 196
Views: 46,582
Posted By tdf-texas
I clicked on your links and they came up "You...

I clicked on your links and they came up "You purchased this item on ...". Yep - that's them. :thumb:

I used this to correct the 3" black pipe slope....
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 01-06-2019, 08:48 AM
Replies: 196
Views: 46,582
Posted By tdf-texas
Using a 3" hub x 3" hub ell with a 3" to 2"...

Using a 3" hub x 3" hub ell with a 3" to 2" offset reducer makes for a faster draining grey tank. I put a 1 1/2" to 2" adapter right next to the tank and ran the rest in 2" pipe.
...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 03-05-2017, 02:28 PM
Replies: 196
Views: 46,582
Posted By tdf-texas
No, and don't intend to. If they are interested...

No, and don't intend to. If they are interested in what we say, then they can read the forum like the rest of us.

I guess the bitter taste of dealing with Casita over the years has left me...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 03-04-2017, 07:26 PM
Replies: 196
Views: 46,582
Posted By tdf-texas
Looks good!:thumb: I see that you used...

Looks good!:thumb:

I see that you used Valterra valves instead of the Lasalle Bristol's that mine came with. Both brands are good but it seems to be a lot harder to find replacement seals for the...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 03-04-2017, 12:26 PM
Replies: 196
Views: 46,582
Posted By tdf-texas
Be careful about rotating the fitting. The valve...

Be careful about rotating the fitting. The valve seal will tear and leak if you rotate the fitting unless you loosen the bolts attaching the valve first. Before I could catch him, the guy doing the...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 03-04-2017, 10:18 AM
Replies: 196
Views: 46,582
Posted By tdf-texas
2017 21' front and below pics. It's not a 5.0 TA...

2017 21' front and below pics. It's not a 5.0 TA but it should be the same for the grey tank connections.
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