Can you use a wax ring on a RV toilet?
Some RV toilets use a wax ring to seal the toilet. Other RV toilets, however, use a rubber ring. The rubber ring won’t melt in a hot RV as the wax ring would. Check which ring your RV uses before buying a replacement ring.
What size is RV toilet flange?
This toilet flange works with RV toilets. It has an outer diameter of 7 inches and in inner diameter or 3 inches.
Are RV toilet flanges the same as residential?
The floor flanges are the same but I would advise against doing this. A household toilet has a top tank lid that will rattle and break. it must be removed. A household toilet will not stop water from sloshing out as you go down the road.
Can you use Vaseline on a RV toilet seal?
If your seal dries out it can start to develop a slow leak draining out the water and causing a dry bowl. I’ve found when this happens or as preventive maintenance, a coating of Vaseline on the seal works wonders at keeping the seal nice and supple and leak proof.
How do I find the model of my RV toilet?
The model number is inside under the toilet. Most common are model 300 (plastic) or 310(ceramic). It’s usually down near the floor, behind the bowl.
Why is my camper toilet leaking?
Most of the time, an RV toilet leaks at the base because a seal has worn out. If you keep your RV in storage a lot, the seals can wear out from lack of use. If you use your RV often, the seals simply wear out over time. A leak could also be from the water valve that controls the water flow to the toilet.
How do I know what size toilet flange I need?
The most common and readily available toilet flange is the 4 x 3-inch size. This pipe is 4 inches wide at the top but only 3 inches wide at the bottom. The 3-inch bottom is the correct size for fitting the schedule 40 pipe most frequently used in home drains.
Can I use a house toilet flange in an RV?
House style flange will work fine, that is what I used. I got one that swivels so I could be a little less precise. However, the RV toilet mounting holes are the same as the china bowl in your house, one on each side! There is no wax ring, but there is a soft seal that I HIGHLY recommend you use.
How do you keep a camper toilet seal from drying out?
The toilet seal helps keep water in your RV toilet at all times and keeps odors at bay. When the seal hardens or dries out, it can leak, causing odors. One easy way to fix this is to use something like plumber’s grease to seal any areas that are hardened or dried out.