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Subject: 8989
Posted: 15 Nov 2016 at 11:48am

Thank you for your comments Smile]]> Tue, 15 Nov 2016 11:48:39 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84867#84867 Periodic dumping with R-dome? : I will jump into this discussion... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84865#84865 Author: Pod People
Subject: 8989
Posted: 15 Nov 2016 at 9:42am

I will jump into this discussion reluctantly. 
We also use the dishpan way of washing dishes-but we use 3 pans. We have a wash, pre-rinse and rinse. We also wipe off all dishes with paper towels prior to washing.

My "reluctant" comment is that technically, my rinse water is NOT grey water. It has not come into contact with food particles or soap. Only the wash and pr-rinse are grey. the final rinse can be distributed on the ground.

We have been putting the wash and rinse water in the toilet for years. It's funny sometimes to see soap bubbles coming out of your sewer hose!
Vann
]]> Tue, 15 Nov 2016 09:42:04 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84865#84865 Periodic dumping with R-dome? : An easy option is to carry a 5... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84848#84848 Author: MDPaddlersPod
Subject: 8989
Posted: 14 Nov 2016 at 3:57pm

An easy option is to carry a 5 gallon water container to syphon off the gray tank into the container using a short piece of hose and an adapter with a hose connection (stores sell them). You can then take the container with gray water to the dump station or dump it at the bath house.]]> Mon, 14 Nov 2016 15:57:37 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84848#84848 Periodic dumping with R-dome? : Re dumping grey water in the bushes... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84691#84691 Author: Happy Tripping
Subject: 8989
Posted: 10 Nov 2016 at 5:43pm

Re dumping grey water in the bushes - 

If the dishes are washed properly, with initial mopping up of ALL of the leftover food particles with paper towels, and then washed in hot soapy water (and not a lot of that), the resultant grey water will have no food particles and only a little greasy liquid, eminently biodegradable. 

No matter where I camp, even boondocking in near-wilderness, visible food particles (garbage) are highly revolting.
]]> Thu, 10 Nov 2016 17:43:45 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84691#84691 Periodic dumping with R-dome? : Originally posted by techntrekOne... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84679#84679 Author: techntrek
Subject: 8989
Posted: 10 Nov 2016 at 1:11pm

Originally posted by techntrek

One way to cut down on the dish rinse water going into the tank is to capture it in a dish pan and dump that in the bushes.  In most places it isn't considered gray water (thus illegal to dump on the ground) until it has gone through the sink drain.


I saw several comments on this post, so I'll make one response to make it easier on myself...

I did say "most places", I know it isn't allowed everywhere. I do like the later suggestion of just dumping the pan in the black tank.

Also I was only talking about the gray water that travels through the "sink drain".

See, I had my bases covered!    ]]> Thu, 10 Nov 2016 13:11:12 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84679#84679 Periodic dumping with R-dome? : Originally posted by CharlieM  Thanks,... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84581#84581 Author: Guests
Subject: 8989
Posted: 07 Nov 2016 at 4:09pm

Originally posted by CharlieM



 
Thanks, David.   [/QUOTE]

I'm working with an aging and somewhat defective "hard drive" between my ears so, please take this with a grain or two of salt.....

I'm thinking, back in the olden days, campers only had one "waste tank". The change came about due to the mentioned (potential) issues. Perhaps one of our forum historians (who have a well functioning brain) can elaborate on this.


]]> Mon, 07 Nov 2016 16:09:27 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84581#84581 Periodic dumping with R-dome? : Originally posted by StephenHIt... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84580#84580 Author: Guests
Subject: 8989
Posted: 07 Nov 2016 at 3:59pm

Originally posted by StephenH

It would be interesting to see how the pump is connected to make this work.



I did a search for you on one of "Outbound's" previous posts:

http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4793&KW=macerator&PID=46677&title=gray-water-transfer-to-black-tank#46677

If you want something more detailed/in depth, you may want to PM him.


]]> Mon, 07 Nov 2016 15:59:47 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84580#84580 Periodic dumping with R-dome? : The SeeLevel gauges are a bit... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84577#84577 Author: StephenH
Subject: 8989
Posted: 07 Nov 2016 at 3:01pm

The SeeLevel gauges are a bit pricy for us right now. Since the RV Digest-It seems to be helping to keep the sensors working, it provides a good enough idea of relative levels for now.]]> Mon, 07 Nov 2016 15:01:04 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84577#84577 Periodic dumping with R-dome? : Originally posted by DavidThe... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84566#84566 Author: CharlieM
Subject: 8989
Posted: 07 Nov 2016 at 11:30am

Originally posted by David


The 2 tanks are separate because of the potential of black water backing up/contaminating things like the kitchen sink, shower, etc. This could happen with the tank full or, potentially, a partially full tank sloshing/surging while traveling down the road. It is Ok to have grey water in the black but, NOT black water in the grey tank.

 

Thanks, David. That's the best and most logical explanation I've ever seen. I've wondered why they remain separate with all the industry cost cutting and our use of dump stations. I assumed they were separate for the times when it was still OK to dump gray water or very inconvenient to dump black water. When cleaning up the camper at home I let the gray tank drain in the woods, but I wouldn't want the black tank doing it. Likewise gray water can sometimes be used to water plants, but not black. But your explanation is the most compelling reason and probably guarantees the continued separation of the tanks.

As for the pump/bucket/container manual transfer from gray to black, it works and can be very beneficial in the short run. However I wouldn't want to do it without the SeeLevel gauges. The technique requires a somewhat accurate estimation of future black requirements to be really useful.  
]]> Mon, 07 Nov 2016 11:30:35 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84566#84566 Periodic dumping with R-dome? : It would be interesting to see... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84559#84559 Author: StephenH
Subject: 8989
Posted: 07 Nov 2016 at 9:47am

It would be interesting to see how the pump is connected to make this work.]]> Mon, 07 Nov 2016 09:47:12 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84559#84559 Periodic dumping with R-dome? : Originally posted by rkleimNot... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84553#84553 Author: Guests
Subject: 8989
Posted: 07 Nov 2016 at 7:25am

Originally posted by rkleim

Not sure just what the picture is, but I have been wondering a lot if anyone makes a collapsable tote? I cannot find one, although large collapsable water carriers are common. Could this be home made?  (no, that is not one I would attempt...)
 I love the idea of dumping the dishwater in the toilet, never thought of that.
so.... not to be gross or anything, but since both tanks drain to the same place, and people routinely mix them if they can, ....  why do we have 2 different tanks anyway? They could simply plumb them together like some people do, or better yet figure out a way to have grey always drain thru the black. I don't like the mental image, but the black is the black anyway...   Cry


The 2 tanks are separate because of the potential of black water backing up/contaminating things like the kitchen sink, shower, etc. This could happen with the tank full or, potentially, a partially full tank sloshing/surging while traveling down the road. It is Ok to have grey water in the black but, NOT black water in the grey tank.

At least one of our members (Outbound) uses a pump to pump grey water into the black tank. You might search his previous posts or send him a PM. He is a sharp fellow but, doesn't check in a lot, lately. ]]> Mon, 07 Nov 2016 07:25:30 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84553#84553 Periodic dumping with R-dome? : I have not yet gotten to the point... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84544#84544 Author: StephenH
Subject: 8989
Posted: 06 Nov 2016 at 10:47pm

I have not yet gotten to the point where water was coming up the shower drain. I think I was close on our last trip though.

The Unique Products RV Digest-It that I started using before our last camping trip seems to work well. Another similar product is TankTechs Rx. I think either of these will help your sensors to work properly. There are a couple of other products that look similar to these, but I can vouch for the RV Digest-It.
]]> Sun, 06 Nov 2016 22:47:32 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84544#84544 Periodic dumping with R-dome? : Not sure just what the picture... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84543#84543 Author: rkleim
Subject: 8989
Posted: 06 Nov 2016 at 10:47pm

Not sure just what the picture is, but I have been wondering a lot if anyone makes a collapsable tote? I cannot find one, although large collapsable water carriers are common. Could this be home made?  (no, that is not one I would attempt...)

 I love the idea of dumping the dishwater in the toilet, never thought of that.

so.... not to be gross or anything, but since both tanks drain to the same place, and people routinely mix them if they can, ....  why do we have 2 different tanks anyway? They could simply plumb them together like some people do, or better yet figure out a way to have grey always drain thru the black. I don't like the mental image, but the black is the black anyway...   Cry
]]> Sun, 06 Nov 2016 22:47:09 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84543#84543 Periodic dumping with R-dome? : Sounds like a great idea! https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84542#84542 Author: rkleim
Subject: 8989
Posted: 06 Nov 2016 at 10:38pm

Sounds like a great idea! ]]> Sun, 06 Nov 2016 22:38:18 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84542#84542 Periodic dumping with R-dome? : The picture didnt copy https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84532#84532 Author: Leo B
Subject: 8989
Posted: 06 Nov 2016 at 8:25pm

The picture didnt copy]]> Sun, 06 Nov 2016 20:25:33 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84532#84532 Periodic dumping with R-dome? : one that shrinks as the water... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84531#84531 Author: Leo B
Subject: 8989
Posted: 06 Nov 2016 at 8:24pm



one that shrinks as the water empties
]]> Sun, 06 Nov 2016 20:24:40 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84531#84531 Periodic dumping with R-dome? : At first I panicked when I saw... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84530#84530 Author: birderdiane526
Subject: 8989
Posted: 06 Nov 2016 at 7:36pm

At first I panicked when I saw gray water come up in the shower pan. No longer do! It let's us know for certain that it's time to do a dump! Our sensors are way off. Has anyone used Commando in their BW tank to clean sensors? Just wondering if it is a good product.]]> Sun, 06 Nov 2016 19:36:43 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84530#84530 Periodic dumping with R-dome? : Originally posted by Tars Tarkas Originally... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84506#84506 Author: Guests
Subject: 8989
Posted: 06 Nov 2016 at 1:03pm

Originally posted by Tars Tarkas


Originally posted by David

Having just come from the Smoky's, I agree with Stephen.....that what the rules say. At the Cosby campground, there are dedicated "dishwashing stations" (sinks). I don't remember if Elkmont or Cades Cove have these.
Well, you can probably tell I didn't read the whole thread before my previous reply...All of the Smokies campgrounds have dish washing stations.  Actually, I've never camped at Abram's Creek or Big Creek, and I don't recall what they have at Look Rock or Balsam Mountain, but that raises another couple of possibilities: wash dishes at the dish washing station, or dump your dish water there.In another thread on a similar subject, leaving out the r-dome aspect, I think someone said he dumps at least his grey tank into a 5 gallon bucket and hauls it to an appropriate dumping place (a dump station or a dish washing station).  Do that 4 or 5 or 6 times at the most and you have a fresh empty tank.  He uses one of those dump line caps that has a regular garden hose hook up and runs the grey water through that and a short piece of garden hose into the 5 gallon bucket.Bottom line, this is camping.  It's not living at home or in a fancy vacation spot condo.  There are all kinds of compromises that must be made to make things work. TT



Bad news....they closed Look Rock a few years back. It is a shame...I liked the place.

Maybe good news....I am hopeful that they will re-open it, now that the Foothills Parkway has the money and is scheduled to be finished in late 2017 or 2018. This will "connect" south of Look Rock to the Cosby area. Cosby has been getting busier over the years. The hosts said it even occasionally fills! The Parkway might accelerate this.

I've been to Big Creek, just to see it. The camp hosts at Cosby are transplanted Hoosiers (they used to live in the county next to me but, now in Blount County, near Look Rock). They hosted at Big Creek and implied that it can get a little rowdy sometimes (a lot of drunken canoeists).

Glad to meet another Smoky's person. I've been going there for 42 years now. Great place...especially in the fall. I was at Cosby from 10-23 until 11-01, this year.

I don't see many washing dishes at the stations but, I do see a lot of folks toting their dishwashing tubs there to empty.    

]]> Sun, 06 Nov 2016 13:03:18 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84506#84506 Periodic dumping with R-dome? : Originally posted by CharlieM Originally... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84504#84504 Author: Guests
Subject: 8989
Posted: 06 Nov 2016 at 12:49pm

Originally posted by CharlieM


Originally posted by David


I just had one of those "eureka" moments.........

How about using the "2 tub" method (mentioned) (in my case, it would be one tub) and then......

dumping the waste water in the black tank (toilet)?

More often than not, I ADD water to the black tank, prior to departing/dumping, to insure that I get a "good dump". I can't imagine ever filling my black tank and the more liquid in there, the better.

Works great. Been doing it for years. We use two collapsible tubs, one for wash, one for rinse. Easy to store.http://www.campingworld.com/shopping/item/collapsible-tub/54469



Then...why didn't you tell me about this sooner!!!!    ]]> Sun, 06 Nov 2016 12:49:04 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84504#84504 Periodic dumping with R-dome? : Originally posted by DavidHaving... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84496#84496 Author: Tars Tarkas
Subject: 8989
Posted: 06 Nov 2016 at 9:37am

Originally posted by David

Having just come from the Smoky's, I agree with Stephen.....that what the rules say. At the Cosby campground, there are dedicated "dishwashing stations" (sinks). I don't remember if Elkmont or Cades Cove have these.


Well, you can probably tell I didn't read the whole thread before my previous reply...

All of the Smokies campgrounds have dish washing stations.  Actually, I've never camped at Abram's Creek or Big Creek, and I don't recall what they have at Look Rock or Balsam Mountain, but that raises another couple of possibilities: wash dishes at the dish washing station, or dump your dish water there.

In another thread on a similar subject, leaving out the r-dome aspect, I think someone said he dumps at least his grey tank into a 5 gallon bucket and hauls it to an appropriate dumping place (a dump station or a dish washing station).  Do that 4 or 5 or 6 times at the most and you have a fresh empty tank.  He uses one of those dump line caps that has a regular garden hose hook up and runs the grey water through that and a short piece of garden hose into the 5 gallon bucket.

Bottom line, this is camping.  It's not living at home or in a fancy vacation spot condo.  There are all kinds of compromises that must be made to make things work.

TT
]]> Sun, 06 Nov 2016 09:37:27 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84496#84496 Periodic dumping with R-dome? : Originally posted by techntrekOne... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84495#84495 Author: Tars Tarkas
Subject: 8989
Posted: 06 Nov 2016 at 9:18am

Originally posted by techntrek

One way to cut down on the dish rinse water going into the tank is to capture it in a dish pan and dump that in the bushes.  In most places it isn't considered gray water (thus illegal to dump on the ground) until it has gone through the sink drain.

In some places you aren't allowed to dispose of any water on the ground, notably, the Smokie Mountains, where we camp a lot.  What you suggest will probably work in a lot of places though, but it might make more sense to dump the dish water down the toilet -- it would help dilute things in there, and generally the black tank fills a lot slower than the gray tank anyway.

And mostly out of amusement, if you poop in a bucket can you dump that in the bushes since it hasn't gone through the toilet?

TT
]]> Sun, 06 Nov 2016 09:18:20 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84495#84495 Periodic dumping with R-dome? : Originally posted by David I... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84494#84494 Author: CharlieM
Subject: 8989
Posted: 06 Nov 2016 at 9:17am

Originally posted by David



I just had one of those "eureka" moments.........

How about using the "2 tub" method (mentioned) (in my case, it would be one tub) and then......

dumping the waste water in the black tank (toilet)?

More often than not, I ADD water to the black tank, prior to departing/dumping, to insure that I get a "good dump". I can't imagine ever filling my black tank and the more liquid in there, the better.

Works great. Been doing it for years. We use two collapsible tubs, one for wash, one for rinse. Easy to store.

http://www.campingworld.com/shopping/item/collapsible-tub/54469
]]> Sun, 06 Nov 2016 09:17:02 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84494#84494 Periodic dumping with R-dome? : The two tub method and emptying... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84492#84492 Author: StephenH
Subject: 8989
Posted: 06 Nov 2016 at 8:57am

The two tub method and emptying into the black tank might be perfect for our upcoming winter trip. That way, we can avoid adding more than minimal amounts of water to the gray tank. Thanks for mentioning this idea. I already have a 3 and an 8 gallon water carrier so we can leave the fresh water tank empty until we get to the more southern part of our trip.
]]> Sun, 06 Nov 2016 08:57:54 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84492#84492 Periodic dumping with R-dome? : Originally posted by StephenHI... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84487#84487 Author: Guests
Subject: 8989
Posted: 06 Nov 2016 at 6:17am

Originally posted by StephenH

I have been in a couple of places that specifically prohibit dumping of dishwater in the way suggested above.  For example, this from the Great Smoky Mountains Campground Regulations:Waste Water
Dish water and bath water must be drained at utility sinks or
dump stations, not on the ground. Do not wash or bathe in streams or at
water fountains. RV sewage should be drained only at a dump station.
Showers and utility hookups are not available in the park. Showers may
be available in nearby towns.




I just had one of those "eureka" moments.........

How about using the "2 tub" method (mentioned) (in my case, it would be one tub) and then......

dumping the waste water in the black tank (toilet)?

More often than not, I ADD water to the black tank, prior to departing/dumping, to insure that I get a "good dump". I can't imagine ever filling my black tank and the more liquid in there, the better.

You all just made my situation a little better!

Having just come from the Smoky's, I agree with Stephen.....that what the rules say. At the Cosby campground, there are dedicated "dishwashing stations" (sinks). I don't remember if Elkmont or Cades Cove have these.

Using the above method, I don't see a potential for rules violation anywhere.]]> Sun, 06 Nov 2016 06:17:20 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84487#84487 Periodic dumping with R-dome? : I have been in a couple of places... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84484#84484 Author: StephenH
Subject: 8989
Posted: 05 Nov 2016 at 10:49pm

I have been in a couple of places that specifically prohibit dumping of dishwater in the way suggested above.  For example, this from the Great Smoky Mountains Campground Regulations:

Waste Water
Dish water and bath water must be drained at utility sinks or dump stations, not on the ground. Do not wash or bathe in streams or at water fountains. RV sewage should be drained only at a dump station. Showers and utility hookups are not available in the park. Showers may be available in nearby towns.
]]> Sat, 05 Nov 2016 22:49:50 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84484#84484 Periodic dumping with R-dome? : rkleim - I am so glad you added... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84483#84483 Author: Happy Tripping
Subject: 8989
Posted: 05 Nov 2016 at 10:11pm

rkleim - I am so glad you added that further information on how you camp with the r-dome. If I had known that, I wouldn't have been so nonchalant in my contribution, 'I don't see the problem'. 

My thoughts - 

There are a couple of 'issues' here. 

1. The only 'variable' is the use of the r-dome since everything else in dumping the grey tank is the same, such as repacking the r-pod contents, the stabilizers, hitch, going to and from the dump station, etc. I use rubber coated bungee cords stretched across the front and back of the trailer from the 2 upper grommets of the dome, at the bottom others angle to the spare tire and trailer hitch bracket, quick and easy. I think suction cups are a bad joke. For stakes I use HEAVY iron stakes, hammered in with a 'baby sledge'. Again, quick and easy if you have no physical limitations. Assuming I am returning to the same site, I really wouldn't repack all of the r-dome's contents, I'll be back in 30 minutes or so. I'd just collapse the dome from the trailer and leave everything on the ground. As Furpod mentioned, the stakes probably have to be redone on return, but I would do that quickly using the baby sledge. It seems getting a 'tote' is the obvious way to go, though.

2. HEAVY water usage

David's dish washing system is very practical and useful. Having 2 people, I use two basins (wash and rinse) with HOT water and do not use the sink -I find it easier, and then dump in the bushes if I can, as techntrek mentioned, that can also save some valuable grey water space. 

Thank you for giving us a more comprehensive idea of your need. I learn a lot from these discussions.

]]> Sat, 05 Nov 2016 22:11:41 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84483#84483 Periodic dumping with R-dome? : Originally posted by rkleimAllright,... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84473#84473 Author: furpod
Subject: 8989
Posted: 05 Nov 2016 at 7:19pm

Originally posted by rkleim

Allright, I apologize for taking your comments wrong. You should reread your post however. You don't know my physical limitations, you don't know why I might have a lot of grey water, you say you don't regularly set up an RDome, you don't need to use a tote, you don't need to dump as often as us....  I was just puzzled why you chose to contribute that statement about ...

"You "fill the grey" in 3 days without showering?? I can't for a moment imagine how you manage that. But.. whatever. Everyone's camping style is different. 

It shouldn't take 30 minutes to put up a dome. I did it this spring, on camera, no hurry, solo, 9 minutes."


so... "whatever".     And yes, sliding the tent and screen in and setting up the rafters takes just a little time. There are, however, real life issues such as stakes (at least 12 of them), suction cups, guy wires, windows rolled up/down, dirt and mud, bugs and ants all over it, water and sand; all of which are actual tasks not included in your estimates. Sounds good when you say 9 minutes - I agree if all you are speaking of is the sliding on and poles. we have a rug, chairs, grill, shoes, and other things which also all need to be moved, usually in the rain/bugfest. I was actually hoping that someone experienced at using the Rdome a lot might have a tip for how to leave things somewhat set up when we dump, it appears there are no magic techniques. 

anyway, I appreciate all the info. I know you didn't actually mean to belittle my abilities, just as I did not want to deluge you with details. Have a good day.

Tongue



If I may quote your original question.. "What do you do?"

Sorry my answer to your question isn't what you wanted to hear. I am done here. Any more reply WILL start to sound bad. I don't want my last post here to be on that note. So, good luck, hope you get it figured out in a manner that works for you.
]]> Sat, 05 Nov 2016 19:19:53 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84473#84473 Periodic dumping with R-dome? : David,Thanks for your suggestions.... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84469#84469 Author: StephenH
Subject: 8989
Posted: 05 Nov 2016 at 6:47pm

David,
Thanks for your suggestions. One thing that would help is if there were not such a distance between the hot water heater and the kitchen sink in the 179. My wife does not like doing dishes in cold water. We have heated water in a kettle, but there is still the delay in hot water for rinsing. That wastes a lot of water and fills the gray tank quicker. There was a topic about putting in a circulation pump to help keep pipes from freezing which had the side benefit of allowing hot water to be present at the sink if it were run for a few seconds. Since the water goes back to the fresh water tank, it is not wasted and does not fill the gray tank too quickly. I may have to try that also once the warranty expires.
]]> Sat, 05 Nov 2016 18:47:16 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84469#84469 Periodic dumping with R-dome? : Originally posted by rkleimAllright,... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84461#84461 Author: Guests
Subject: 8989
Posted: 05 Nov 2016 at 6:26pm

Originally posted by rkleim

Allright, I apologize for taking your comments wrong. You should reread your post however. You don't know my physical limitations, you don't know why I might have a lot of grey water, you say you don't regularly set up an RDome, you don't need to use a tote, you don't need to dump as often as us....  I was just puzzled why you chose to contribute that statement about ...
"<span style=": rgb251, 251, 253;">You "fill the grey" in 3 days without showering?? I can't for a moment imagine how you manage that. But.. whatever. Everyone's camping style is different.</span><span style=": rgb251, 251, 253;"> </span>
<span style=": rgb251, 251, 253;">It shouldn't take 30 minutes to put up a dome. I did it this spring, on camera, no hurry, solo, 9 minutes."</span>
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<span style=": rgb251, 251, 253;">so... "whatever".     And yes, sliding the tent and screen in and setting up the rafters takes just a little time. There are, however, real life issues such as stakes (at least 12 of them), suction cups, guy wires, windows rolled up/down, dirt and mud, bugs and ants all over it, water and sand; all of which are actual tasks not included in your estimates. Sounds good when you say 9 minutes - I agree if all you are speaking of is the sliding on and poles. we have a rug, chairs, grill, shoes, and other things which also all need to be moved, usually in the rain/bugfest. I was actually hoping that someone experienced at using the Rdome a lot might have a tip for how to leave things somewhat set up when we dump, it appears there are no magic techniques. </span>
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<span style=": rgb251, 251, 253;">anyway, I appreciate all the info. I know you didn't actually mean to belittle my abilities, just as I did not want to deluge you with details. Have a good day.</span>
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<span style=": rgb251, 251, 253;">Tongue</span>
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You are OK....everyone else is OK.

Sometimes things could be handled sooooo much better in a person to person discussion. Fewer misunderstandings/misinterpretations and, if there are some, they can be quickly addressed/corrected.

Voice intonation, facial expressions, visual clues, body language, etc. are really helpful in how we communicate with each other. Written only platforms (such as this) are lacking in this and, sometimes, things just don't go as well as hoped.


]]> Sat, 05 Nov 2016 18:26:29 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84461#84461 Periodic dumping with R-dome? : One way to cut down on the dish... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84458#84458 Author: techntrek
Subject: 8989
Posted: 05 Nov 2016 at 6:05pm

One way to cut down on the dish rinse water going into the tank is to capture it in a dish pan and dump that in the bushes.  In most places it isn't considered gray water (thus illegal to dump on the ground) until it has gone through the sink drain.]]> Sat, 05 Nov 2016 18:05:46 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8989&PID=84458#84458