We bought our '77 H-30 with a Monomatic recirculating head that just gave out on us... it's out of the boat at last and we're laid up for a bottom job & a head. Does anyone know whether I could buy a holding tank sized just for my H-30? I suppose it would have to be in the port forward sail locker, and couldn't be more than about 15 gal. Thanks Hugh
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Hugh, There is a readily available 15gal tank that fits with a shoehorn. I think it's still available from West. Should measure about 12x15x18~20. I had to shave off some glass from the lip on the locker. I also made a shelf for it to sit on. If you need pictures, I'll call the new owner and get aboard.
Hugh, There is a readily available 15gal tank that fits with a shoehorn. I think it's still available from West. Should measure about 12x15x18~20. I had to shave off some glass from the lip on the locker. I also made a shelf for it to sit on. If you need pictures, I'll call the new owner and get aboard.
Check Ronco Plastics
http://www.ronco-plastics.com They make top quality tanks and have more than 400 shapes and sizes, including over 100 non-rectangular. If you can't find on that will fit (which is HARD to do, but some people swear they can't), you can have a custom welded plastic tank made by C.C. Tech to any configuration you need. They're at http://www.gocctech.com/marine/boat-tank.htm Or, in your waters and most others you're likely to visit, consider installing a Lectra/San (CG certified Type I MSD that treats waste and discharges a flush a time legally in all waters except those specifically designated "no discharge.") instead. 'Cuz there aren't any "no discharge" waters of any consequence within at least 500 miles of your home port. Why store waste aboard if you don't have to? Especially when the alternative is not only more practical, but more environmentally friendly than holding tanks. You can read all about the Lectra/San on the Raritan website at http://www.raritaneng.com (from the home page, go to products, then waste treatment). List price is about $1000...but average discount price is $700-$750, which is only about twice as much as it'll cost you for a good quality holding tank, hoses etc. A lot of people here have Lectra/Sans and love 'em. That takes care of the waste management part. Now for the toilet...does the admiral demand the push button convenience of electric, or will she accept a manual toilet? The best "bangs for the bucks" for both are the Raritan PH II (manual) or the Raritan SeaEra (electric). You can check out both of those while you're on the Raritan site.
http://www.ronco-plastics.com They make top quality tanks and have more than 400 shapes and sizes, including over 100 non-rectangular. If you can't find on that will fit (which is HARD to do, but some people swear they can't), you can have a custom welded plastic tank made by C.C. Tech to any configuration you need. They're at http://www.gocctech.com/marine/boat-tank.htm Or, in your waters and most others you're likely to visit, consider installing a Lectra/San (CG certified Type I MSD that treats waste and discharges a flush a time legally in all waters except those specifically designated "no discharge.") instead. 'Cuz there aren't any "no discharge" waters of any consequence within at least 500 miles of your home port. Why store waste aboard if you don't have to? Especially when the alternative is not only more practical, but more environmentally friendly than holding tanks. You can read all about the Lectra/San on the Raritan website at http://www.raritaneng.com (from the home page, go to products, then waste treatment). List price is about $1000...but average discount price is $700-$750, which is only about twice as much as it'll cost you for a good quality holding tank, hoses etc. A lot of people here have Lectra/Sans and love 'em. That takes care of the waste management part. Now for the toilet...does the admiral demand the push button convenience of electric, or will she accept a manual toilet? The best "bangs for the bucks" for both are the Raritan PH II (manual) or the Raritan SeaEra (electric). You can check out both of those while you're on the Raritan site.
Thanks for the Info
Thanks for the info on the Lectra-San, however my marina has a closed head policy, and I'd have to probably add a small holding tank anyway. Plus there's the problem that the Lectra San doesn't change the nutrients in the waste, which is just what the Neuse river has too much of already. The current plan is to keep looking for the right holding tank. Hugh
Thanks for the info on the Lectra-San, however my marina has a closed head policy, and I'd have to probably add a small holding tank anyway. Plus there's the problem that the Lectra San doesn't change the nutrients in the waste, which is just what the Neuse river has too much of already. The current plan is to keep looking for the right holding tank. Hugh
Re nutrients in a Lectra/San discharge
Not trying to change your mind about buying one, but you and anyone else who read your comments about nutrients from a Lectra/San need to know the truth. The environmental extremists first tried to attack treatment by claiming that treated waste is still full of bacteria and virii. The facts didn't support that argument so they finally had to give it up and look for anouther one to support the need for NDZ, so they're now spreading misinformation about "nutrient loading." Here are the facts: In 1997, a series of studies were undertaken by a major university. They showed that the discharge from Lectra/San has a B.O.D. impact of no more than four oak leaves landing in the water. So if BOD from a Lectra/San has any impact whatver on the environment, we'd better stop the leaves from falling off trees and being washed into the water.
Not trying to change your mind about buying one, but you and anyone else who read your comments about nutrients from a Lectra/San need to know the truth. The environmental extremists first tried to attack treatment by claiming that treated waste is still full of bacteria and virii. The facts didn't support that argument so they finally had to give it up and look for anouther one to support the need for NDZ, so they're now spreading misinformation about "nutrient loading." Here are the facts: In 1997, a series of studies were undertaken by a major university. They showed that the discharge from Lectra/San has a B.O.D. impact of no more than four oak leaves landing in the water. So if BOD from a Lectra/San has any impact whatver on the environment, we'd better stop the leaves from falling off trees and being washed into the water.
Whats a B.O.D?
Whew! You're as committed to this as the dockmaster at my marina where we have a "closed head" policy. He is the one who insisted that nutrient loading is a problem when I asked if the lectra-san would be allowed. (emphatic no). Now I'm interested. I've put in a call to the NC Div of Water Quality, and who knows where we go from here. I'll tell you one thing though, if this Lectra San really works, and is dependable and long lasting (the old monomatic lasted 27 years), I want one, because it's compact and it just makes sense to not carry around a waste tank. Besides, the pump out station at the marina is most always empty. What does that say about B.O.D.? Thanks for the reply. Hugh By the way, Is it dependable and long lasting?
Whew! You're as committed to this as the dockmaster at my marina where we have a "closed head" policy. He is the one who insisted that nutrient loading is a problem when I asked if the lectra-san would be allowed. (emphatic no). Now I'm interested. I've put in a call to the NC Div of Water Quality, and who knows where we go from here. I'll tell you one thing though, if this Lectra San really works, and is dependable and long lasting (the old monomatic lasted 27 years), I want one, because it's compact and it just makes sense to not carry around a waste tank. Besides, the pump out station at the marina is most always empty. What does that say about B.O.D.? Thanks for the reply. Hugh By the way, Is it dependable and long lasting?
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