holding

First, let me apologize if my question is answered somewhere else. I did search the threads. Anyway, what is the environmentally friendly and law compliant way of disposing of an old holding tank. I am probably overstating the obvious but it is plastic. And because I am going compostable, I...

My 1988 Ericson 26 was fitted with a small holding tank (6 gallons) by the previous owner. Looking at the brochure, it seems the boat can take a 13 gallon tank. When I look on the web, there are a huge variety of holding tanks available. Can someone to take a look at their holding tank and...

Hi, I baby our head/holding tank to keep everything running smoothly and to avoid/minimize odour. I periodically fill the holding tank with water, let it slosh around a bit while sailing and then empty it. But I have a hunch that emptying it does not get rid of any "sludge" or deposits in...

Need help in identifying where the holding tank vent is located on the 1989 E38 200 ....I have a raritan PHII...thanks

We may try to re-do the holding tank too. The current one is 9 gallons which is enough for three days on a mooring with shore facilities, but small enough to always cause us concern. I think I can add 13 gallons for a total closer to 24 in available space, so the roto-mold (ronko ?) may be...

I am putting in a new head. I plan to route the outlet hose from the toilet to the holding tank. From there I plan to route one outlet hose to a deckplate for dockside pumpout, and another outlet hose to a through-hull for manual pumpout while underway. Whale sells two different "Mark V"...

All the other tanks are there, lucky. What are my options?!? I'm assuming it's stainless steel?!?$$$!!! Thoughts?!? Much appreciated, as always-

Hi, I currently have what looks like a porta potty with pumpout. I was considering a Jabsco compact with holding tank conversion. I'd have to add a holding tank and a through hull for the water inlet. (maybe this won't get done this year) So I guess I'm wondering what size holding tank fits...

Hi Everyone, Another question regarding holding tank replacement. The previous owner had replaced the original tank with a bladder tank which was very scary indeed. In doing so, they removed all of the structure that held the original tank in place. I'm assuming it was wood but have no...

Hello folks, The head in my 1987 E-35 MK-3 has some oder issues, and as part of trying to find the cause, I need to know where the holding tank air-vent exits the boat. I assume it must be located somewhere on the port side of the deck, about amidship, but danged if I can find it. I want to...

Currently working on replacing 27 year old toilet system on my E33. Planned to reuse holding tank, until I found several cracks around collars where intake/ exhaust fittings attach to tank. Big bummer. Surprisingly the original manufactures label was still attached and a part number stamped into...

I'm getting ready to dismantle the current head and holding tank setup this week to clean and paint the bilges, and then rebuild the system. It must be at least 25 years old, and is due for replacement. There is a Y valve with direct discharge or to the tank; the tank is located under the...

Folks, With two kids aboard i am looking for the simple yet foolproof system to monitor holding tank levels. It seems like market is overflowing ( no pun intended ;)) with options but real life sometimes differs from glossy brochure. The option to have a "no flush" blinking neon sign is a must...

i'm looking for someone that has removed a holding tank and if that gives access to the hull under the shower. jim

My '78 35 MK 2 presently has a 14.5 gallon Imtra Nauta flexible holding tank under the middle port side dinette cushion. I read Sean's very nicely documented tank replacement for his 35 MK 3 and I would like to do something similar. I would like to gain some capacity and would prefer rigid...

As you can see in the photo below, the vent hose for the holding tank is attached to a 90 degree downward elbow that routes the vent hose below the intake hose. The vent hose seems to be totally blocked as pumping out creates suction at the deck fitting that doesn’t release once the pump stops...

I am about to replace the 20-year-old hoses. They are starting to permeate, and some even have checking in the outer surface layer... :( Our '88 model has the then-standard Ericson "full Monty" waste management system that allows direct overboard via Y-valve, or, into a 15 gallon (Ronco Plastics...

I am about to try to replace the hose on my holding tank that runs to the manual pump. I have to open the inspection port to make sure the level is low enough. The head has not been used since pump out, but it has been rinsed a few times with a bit of water, Odorlos & vinegar. I hope the level...

Peeww! Old hoses, and old recirculating tank, and an old leaky Groco HC head all require serious attention. The current configuration is a head to holding tank with a Y valve between the two for overboard discharge, but I need a pumpout station to empty the tank. So I was thinking of going to...

Here is the installation of a new 14ga Holding Tank for the E35II. The Tank is a Ronco (www.ronco-plastics.net) Model 245 with Access Port. The dimensions are 24.5"L X 16.5"W X 9.125"H and is the largest tank I could fit in the Salon Setee Locker incuding the 1.5" Hoses. The Access Port...

I just bought this 1977 e27, It has no waste holding tank, and i am about to re-store this Old girl to full glory, Engin, Head, teak, ( hatch ) any suggestions will be appreciated.

I contacted Ronco Plastics to get a replacement holding tank, the B-130, L shaped, and they no longer make it. Does anyone know of a source to replace the original shape, or, is there another Ronco tank model that fits athwartship under the settee next to the bulkhead that isn't L-shaped...

Removed a very used (ugh) holding tank after buying my E38 in '98 and replaced it with a Lectra San Type III MSD. After cruising Bahamas for 6 years, we want to hang out in the Florida Keys next winter and its a no discharge area and LectraSan is illegal. We want to install a holding tank...

I'm about to order a new holding tank from Ronco but I need a little help. Ronco sent me a drawing but it doesn't seem to match up real well with my ideas. For one thing, where does it go? My boat had a Lectra-san unit under the port settee. Is that where the holding tank goes? If that's...

Some of the fittings, especially the tank vent fitting, on my holding tank on my 88 E38-200 are leaking. Apparently this is not something new, since the PO applied lots of silicone to it in a futile effort to fix the problem. Last year, in my war against head smell, I replaced the hoses --...

I removed my holding tank a few weeks ago in order to replace all the hoses, clean the tank and rebuild the potty. I was working on the tank today when I found a crack on edge of the wing that extends aft. There is a dark line across the corner(see photos). You can see it ooze liquid when flexed.

I recently bought an 1978 Ericson 36C that was sunk and I am restoring it. The engine was preserved so that should be OK. Two questions: The interior was never varnished, should I varnish it or use teak oil? Which will give me the least grief? There is no holding tank for the head, it...

does anyone complain about the small holding tank on the 36C? Has anyone replaced it (20 gallons I think) and if so with which size, style and make of tank? Much appreciated.

Any of you Ericson Guru's happen to know the capacity of my waste tank? Assuming it has not been changed out. Thanks,

I'm looking for info/pics/data on "the" factory holding tank solution for my 1975 E27. I've searched here and elsewhere for "E27 holding tank" and "holding tank" and haven't found all that much... :confused: Here's the scoop - on her (5 day) maiden voyage down the Chesapeake to her new...

Has anyone replaced the vent connector for the holding tank? I am speaking of the connector that passes through the hull topsides & is covered with a little clamshell vent cover. It connects to the 1/2" vent line. Ours is very rusted/corroded & was actually clogged causing incomplete pumpouts...

I am wondering if anyone can lead me to my fresh water holding tank? I am new owner of E35-2 1979, Hull 556 in New Orleans, LA, and the p/o sells the vessel with little knowledge of the boats systems. The pressure water pump seems to be sucking air, so I am going to refill the tanks, but I was...

We had our first sail this weekend with some guest on the boat ( 5 total). Pumped the tank before we left and filled it before we got back to the dock. It looks like it may be about an 8gl tank. :eek: Question is has anyone installed a Lectra/San on a E38? I have friend who has one on...

Removed six gallon bladder tank from under settee seat and I want to replace it with a solid type plastic or stainless steel and also maybe increase capicity. I need to find out the spec's or a manufacture that will produce it the tank !!! Hathanger

Has anyone on the board installed a holding tank onboard? Our Raritan PH-1 crapped the bed last season. Seeing that it's the origninal toilet for the boat, 32 years of service aint bad. We've made a decision to get an electric Raritan PH-2E. I've been looking at those Lectrasan units, and...

After a fairly smelly cruise this summer on my 1989 E38-200, I was thinking about replacing the waste hoses. But to do that on my boat requires removing or at least unmounting the holding tank. If I am going to go through all that trouble I thought I would replace the original Ronco tank...

I could not tell if the area under the front V-Berth (where the water and waste holding tanks are located) drains to the bilge. I would like to hose the area down. I guess I could simply try it but thought I would ask. Thanks in advance. Steve

Hi everyone - I'm sure this a popular topic! I have an Ericson 29 hull #190. I think that my holding tank is not original equipment and would like to replace it. The tank is a flixible tank installed in a locker in the forward half of the starbord setee. The access ports to the area are...

Has anyone fitted a holding tank into a 35-2 ? Every place I've tried to fit one in seems too small to fit a 15 gallon tank.

Hello Ericson owners,,, I need to install a holding tank in my 70 E-32. It appears that my locations are limited,under the port dinnete next to the bulkhead,or under the middle seat. I have been told that there isn't any room under the V-berth.Any suggestions??Are there any "off the shelf" tanks...

I went to see Mean Jean for the first time this year, she is looking great. Sean, I was reading your holding tank project, this is on my list this year, right after my rudder bearing "fix", still deciding how to proceed. Anyway, you said "used an extended phillips driver to remove the lower...

I'm about to go ahead and order a new holding tank for my E38. Any comments on getting an inspection plate installed at the manufacturer? The thought of having a six inch hole in the top of that thing (a) makes me worry about yet another hole for odors to escape from and (b) G*d help me...