How long does a caravan toilet last?
Typically, these toilets use either liquid or packaged dry chemicals to break down and deodorise the waste and with a capacity of around 19-20 litres, typically will last two people up to four days before needing to be emptied.
Is Thetford and Dometic the same company?
Both Dometic and Thetford are European-based brands with extensive Australian service networks.
Are Thetford and Dometic toilets interchangeable?
Both Thetford & Dometic toilets will interchange with each other and these newer models are much more water efficient. Both Thetford & Dometic still offer plastic toilets that perform great and are an excellent value.
Where are Thetford Porta pottis made?
Thetford products made in China.
Can a caravan be sold for the same price as new?
The moment you take a new caravan off the forecourt it value will lose a lot of its value so buying one that’s a few years old at say, £14k, could be sold 2 years later for pretty much the same price if it is cared for adequately.
Is the Dometic toilet going back to Thetford?
– By the way, be careful with the cassette – If you tap one of the wheels on the floor firmly the entire side of the cassette is likely to break out – I saw it happen 2 weeks ago (not to me thankfully!). I notice that in the 2019 brochure it looks like they have gone back to the Thetford model.
How long do caravans last on the market?
There’ll almost always be one available in your price range with several means of obtaining one. The lifespan of a touring caravan is at least 10 years if it’s looked after to a high standard but you often see vans from back in the 70s and 80s still going strong (most will have had a bit of work done to them).
Where can I find a good deal on a caravan?
There are some great deals to be had out there if you know where to look and a good place to start is BCA’s caravan and motorhome auctions webpage. You can check the lots online ahead of the auction and see if there are any to suit your budget and preferences.
Is the Thetford fridge still under warranty?
Yes thank goodness it is still under warranty. I agree the Thetford fridge which is of course common to many current caravans is the worst I have owned in 18 years of caravanning so much for advancement in technology.
– By the way, be careful with the cassette – If you tap one of the wheels on the floor firmly the entire side of the cassette is likely to break out – I saw it happen 2 weeks ago (not to me thankfully!). I notice that in the 2019 brochure it looks like they have gone back to the Thetford model.
Are there any Dometic toilets in Coachman Caravans?
The 2019 VIP models have Dometic. I am hoping they have reverted back to Thetford toilets for the 2020 model as I will be changing ours. The 2019 VIP models have Dometic. I am hoping they have reverted back to Thetford toilets for the 2020 model as I will be changing ours.
What was the problem with my caravan fridge?
Fitter who replaced it thought it might have been caused by a power surge as the warden on the site had the same problem with his new caravan fridge. When I visited this site after,only used fridge on gas and never had the problem again, plus always use surge protecter plug on fridge now. Interests: Fishing,chess, walking,cycling, reading,& TV!
