Genius RV Sewer Hose Storage Idea
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- Опубліковано 15 вер 2024
- Here's a better way to store your RV sewer hoses and keep them completely out of site and out of the way. For under $20 you can do it too. I call it the "Disappearing Sewer Hose."
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WHAT's THE SECRET? I fastened inexpensive PVC fence posts underneath my RV and connected one end to the side of my sewer compartment. I cut a hole in the compartment so the fence post can stick through. My sewer hose and connectors can now slide right in without taking up valuable space in an existing compartment.
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My sewer hose (with attachments) goes into a plastic storage box, stored in the RV's storage basement. When I'm using the hose, I rinse out the box, spray a little lysol disinfectant (also stored in the plastic storage box), and set it out in the sun to dry. My fresh water hoses, electrical cords, and similar are all stored the same way, all in the same place.
Thanks to your tip, I just installed one on my Travel Trailer and it looks great! The function of it right by the black water pull handle is fantastic. I attached the lid with rivets to an old flat nylon lawn chair cord and burned the ends to solidify the frayed ends. The room inside lets the hose and attachments slide right in and out with ease. Should any of the hose or attachments inside ever get lodged to the rear of the tube, I'll just use my awning pull rod to reach in and pull it right out. I just love it, thank you for that awesome tip, life is hassle free now when it comes to dumping these tanks now.
That's awesome George. That is still one my favorite rv mods. I'm glad it worked for you.
As a woman I find your videos SO informative. Thank you!
Thanks Jenna. That's good to hear. I really appreciate your feedback.
This is a great idea, it's better than the round pvc pipe that I have. It seems to be a little bit bigger for the hose. I'm going to try it on my toy hauler.
Thanks
GREAT JOB! Suggestion, One more addition to external cap, screen to keep the critters and bugs away.. :-)
I was going to buy 4.5" PVC pipe for the hose, but still unsure what to do with the 90* connector. I was very happy to see the fence post also fits the connector! Thanks!
Mark W Gundert i use a plastic ammo box big enough to fit you 90° in...and drill holes in the bottom to run big zipties in and attach to the bumper
That is an incredible idea. I was just at the depot today trying to come up with something using a 4" PVC tube and it wasn't working out. I guess I'll be heading back tomorrow. Thanks for the tip!
Yes. It saves me a lot of space...and I don't have much. Let me know how it goes.
Yes. This is better option than the rear bumper option. Storing your hose in the bumper often causes it to rust out, plus the bumper is usually too narrow for connectors and other stuff.
I use my rear bumper to hold 7 chunks of wood I cut to fit in there. They are connected by rope in twos and each set of two has a rope hanging off to tie to the next set so I can pull them all out at once.
It’s brilliant!!!
My problem is that I am not sure where I can or cannot drill underneath my RV. I have a NuCamp 320 and it’s tiny and compact. Don’t want to drill on any pipes or wires that may hidden in between the bottom and the floor by accident. There are no storage that I can access from the outside either. The company does not help and only suggests not to drill any where in and out the trailer. Still trying to figure out a way to storage the sewer hose instead of packing it with a plastic bag.
An Idea would be put screen at the end with the holes in to keep pest from making a nest in the tube.
Great Tip, our RV has a PVC pipe for the hose but is to small for new hose ends planning on taking it off and doing what you did.
clever idea for the storage tube installation. well presented and I will try to make it work for our application. Thanks RJ
Thanks for a great idea. Many other things like awning posts for my generator awning or other long items. What a great idea. Thanks again. I use a portable generator so I attached another small awning to protect it..
Yes. There are lots of uses for this type of storage. Be sure to give us an update on what you end up doing!
Also check out the Rhinoflex sewer hose. It collapses down to about three feet and extends out to 15. It 'locks' into place either way, no stretchy hose threatening to pull out of dumpstation hole!
I've used Rhinoflex hoses in the past. Each time, they developed leaking cracks or small holes. It has been a few years now, so maybe that's fixed now. I try to get the thicker softer hoses now.
I have yet to use a sewer hose but I returned a rhinoflex hose after reading quite a few reviews saying they develop leaks. Cool in concept but it needs the kinks ironed out to make it last.
RV Crazy
I've used mine a dozen times and so far so good. I question those have have leak issues; I've seen guys dragging their sewer hoses across concrete and rock, you have to take care of stuff!
Pretty clever.
I'm totally going to have to do this if the storage bay made for my hose doesn't work out. Looks like an awesome storage solution. Thanks Tito.
Haha guess I should thank Brian not Tito. Just started watching your videos and It'll be keeping me entertained for a while. Good quality videos.
RV Crazy Haha. No worries. Lots of people call me Tito now. I'm glad you're enjoying the videos. Thanks for subscribing!
I totally took my brand new sewer hose out of the box to use it for the first time yesterday and when I went to put it in the cubby that is in the side of my rv it totally wouldn't fit. Hole wasn't big enough. Guess I'll have to fix her up as the cardboard box the hose came in isn't gonna hold up for much longer.
Oooh. Bummer. Time for plan B.
Just found your channel and I’m really liking your tips and tricks. Thanks for sharing your modifications. It’s inspiring me to make some changes myself.
Feels good to make improvements. Good luck!
Now I like that for sure. Thanks a bunch.
Neat idea. Looking forward to implement it on my brand new caravan. Thanks for sharing the tip!
Simon Cadieux Let us know how it goes. Thanks for the comment Simon.
Yes Scott. Great idea.
Well done project and nicely presented. I plan to do the same on my TT RV.
I still love it years later. Haven't changed a thing.
Thank you. How innovative. I use your idea.
You are a God!!! Brilliant!!! Thank you!
You bet. Hope it gave you some good ideas.
Great idea Tito. I'm going to give this a try on my RV.
Thanks!
Thanks for the GREAT Option for hose storage! That's awesome!
totally badass! Thank ya .
I'm looking for a hiding place in my rig. Great idea.
I wouldn't limit it to just sewer lines. I can see cables, wiring, poles etc being stored in a place like this. Thanks!
Very cool idea.
great Idea, i didnt know that you have been making rv videos that long.
Thx. Yeah. Vintage 😎 9 or 10 years now back when there were just a few of us 😊. That's actually one of my favorite mods. Believe it or not...I still use that same sewer hose.
RV with Tito DIY I just did this mod today after seeing you video this morning, mine is a bit different, I have a fifth wheel so I mounted it from side to side at the back of the RV near the bumper. Awesome mod, thx for the idea, I am making a video about it, I will make a reference to your video for the idea, thx again. Larry
That's great Larry. Nice job!
RV with Tito DIY hey Brian, is it ok if I use a small clip of your sewer hose video in my video, showing where I got the inspiration to do this project. I will have a link to your video in the description and have a card up when it displays. Thx. Larry
@@DownsizingMakesCents Sure. No problem.
mann thats the best ,,, Think i will make mine round ,,,,, great Vid
Square, round...whatever you can find. Good luck!
I like that idea. I am going to use it and figure something for mine. Thanks with it painted black it looks something that should come factory on it. Have you ever had the need to link your extra hose up at a campground?
+64maxpower I've had to connect the two hoses together just a few times. I usually try to use my short hose whenever possible usually taking it out only to dump.
Nice mod, I would shake your hand but you did not have gloves on. :-)
+Rob Cook Thanks Rob! You may want to reconsider touching the water spigot at the campsite too :)
Great idea
Motorcycle riders will appreciate your excess drips
Great job sir.... !
Great idea. I like it
Don't drive in California ... they probably have law about drips out of you storage pipe.................. Like your idea nice installation job.
They would rather have you poop on their streets and roads like San Francisco and LA screw the few drops of brown water shitloads of crap all over the streets in California, California sucks... Orange Man 2020!!!
@@roberts7107 "TRUMP 2020" OH YEAH ,
Great tip, thanks
Love it! Great Idea! Thanks Tito
I'm confused.....You access from the inside of the storage compartment but it's underneath the RV. So it looks like it is inside but it isn't...?? I can't picture it. Help!
Here's a link to an article with more pictures www.rvwithtito.com/articles/sewer-hose-storage. Enjoy!
Thanks for the video
Brilliant!!!
Great idea!
genius!!!
$20 for the pipe when you recorded this, now its $45.
Wow. No kidding. 👎
What kind of connector are you using between the two hoses? I've only found one that it kind of, semi permanent to connect them.
Secure those hooks you are using to secure the tail piece keeping a valuable piece of equipment in the holder, just in case Murphy and his law raises his head!
Use a tie wrap through the end and it can't turn, it's like using saftey wire on switches or engine parts that do not need to turn! They are cheap and bought by the bag and have a ton of uses around automotive equipment!
If you don't ride with the CB on you'll maybe never hear someone yelling at you about dragging hoses like some do gas hoses!
Blue Sky's and Safe Journeys
Thanks for the tip!
Great tip!
I'm looking for a solution that will hold the orange graduated 90 deg end fitting without removal from the hose. Did you ever consider using a 6" PVC pipe? Or can you think of a way that would not require removal of that end fitting?
Wow, that's awesome!
good idea 👍
genious! what kind of hose it that? i am working on a solid pipe to flex sewer hose for quick and easy dumping......
might have missed it, but how did you attach the rear of the fence posts to the MH?
+Al RVing There are fasteners that bolt to the bottom of the storage bays.
Too cool. THX!
What type of paint did you use? I've tried flat Rustoleum and an Ultra Matte Rustoleum made for plastic, but they chip of as soon as they make contact with anything.
I like it
You ~ Rock ! !
Love it!!!
put some screen behind the caps..or you might have some little hitchhikers traveling with you.
I haven't had that problem yet, but probably a good idea.
Very nice except for the "Home Depot" promo.
wash your hands and say your prayers cuz Jesus and germs are everywhere
in 2023 they cost $45 USD each. the end caps cost even more.
This is not bad for a motor home but if you are towing a fifth wheeler and want better storage than this one then check out Love Your RV it is miles better than this idea!!!
Great idea!