Peggy: Forgive me, I think you've answered this before, but what lubricant do you recommend I use when I build my Raritan PH I? This Old Boat says Vaseline. I'm thinking I need to spend a bit more.
Or any other petroleum based product...petroleum degrades the valves and seals you're lubricating. And speaking of no no's...don't put any cleaning products containing bleach, alcohol or pine-oil solvents down the head--or any other plumbing--either...for the same reason. The only exception the "no bleach" rule is an annual or semi-annual recommissioning of the fresh water system according to the directions in the article "Fresh Water Maintenance" in the reference library in the Head Mistress forum ( and with spring on its way...eventually...now is a good time to download and print that one...'cuz the time to do it is during spring total boat recommissioning). The ONLY thing to use to lubricate a head is teflon grease...Raritan SuperLube is a good one...similar products are available from swimming pool supply stores. Get the thickest one you can find and really slather it in the pump.
Contacted Raritan about SuperLube, but no reply. Where can I get some. I have a new H260 with a Jabsco head and wonder if a good idea to lube before first use. Also, will the lube effect your products in the holding tank. This is my first marine head and no clue about them. Thanks
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