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Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 23-09-2010, 08:53
Replies: 464
Views: 100,807
Posted By knothead
I don't believe that it's practical or even...

I don't believe that it's practical or even possible to encourage the growth of aerobic bacteria in a holding tank filled with liquid. The anaerobic bacteria is what produces the bad smell and unless...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 15-09-2010, 18:45
Replies: 464
Views: 100,807
Posted By knothead
Funny thing about that. I suggested that a more...

Funny thing about that. I suggested that a more realistic photo might be more compelling.
She didn't seem to be to amenable to the idea. Go figure.:confused:
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 15-09-2010, 16:40
Replies: 464
Views: 100,807
Posted By knothead
This is probably TMI, but the only time I get any...

This is probably TMI, but the only time I get any sort of whiff from my simple ventless and crankless bucket type composting head is when I take the lid off to use it and then the odor is more of a...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 14-09-2010, 12:35
Replies: 464
Views: 100,807
Posted By knothead
The only time a composting head smells is when an...

The only time a composting head smells is when an insufficient amount of cover material is used. That goes for a simple bucket or an expensive Air head. Many land dwellers who use the Joe Jenkins...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 12-07-2010, 13:18
Replies: 464
Views: 100,807
Posted By knothead
Were I ever in that situation, I would simply...

Were I ever in that situation, I would simply take Barney down below, lift the lid and show him my setup.



I did the same thing and have been very happy with the results. I actually built two....
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 28-02-2010, 16:34
Replies: 464
Views: 100,807
Posted By knothead
I can see that. :D Actually though, after...

I can see that. :D
Actually though, after thirty years, she's pretty hard to surprise anymore. She just kinda goes with the flow knowing that all appeals to reason, tact and good taste are pretty...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 28-02-2010, 16:04
Replies: 464
Views: 100,807
Posted By knothead
Too much information? What part? I thought...

Too much information? What part?
I thought that I was being helpful by sharing the results of my experimentation.
Sorry if I made you uncomfortable.

I am not worried about venting for the...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 28-02-2010, 15:23
Replies: 464
Views: 100,807
Posted By knothead
OK, two recent discoveries. First, I've found...

OK, two recent discoveries.
First, I've found that Simple Green, which I understand is biodegradable, works much better than dish soap for controlling odors in the urine container.
Second, it...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 21-02-2010, 19:23
Replies: 464
Views: 100,807
Posted By knothead
Sara, and anyone else interested. :) I finally...

Sara, and anyone else interested. :)
I finally received my Ecovita Privy Kit. There was a little snafu with the order, and it took a long time to get here, but they eventually got it shipped off and...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 19-02-2010, 16:05
Replies: 464
Views: 100,807
Posted By knothead
I only use one bucket and I line...

I only use one bucket and I line (https://www.sailnet.com/forums/autolink.php?id=75&script=showthread&forumid=4) it with sheets of newspaper (which composts) so that it stays clean when it's emptied....
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 18-02-2010, 15:44
Replies: 464
Views: 100,807
Posted By knothead
I want to post a link to an excellent article...

I want to post a link to an excellent article that answers a lot of questions. Highly recommended to anyone interested in the subject.

Duckworks...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 17-02-2010, 08:53
Replies: 464
Views: 100,807
Posted By knothead
An interesting article about using urine to...

An interesting article about using urine to create hydrogen. Turns out it's much cheaper and more effective than using water.

Toilets That Separate Pee For Urea-Hydrogen Fuel Harvesting Already...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 13-02-2010, 04:48
Replies: 464
Views: 100,807
Posted By knothead
That was me. The bleach really stopped any odor...

That was me. The bleach really stopped any odor from developing. Just the bleach smell. I didn't use enough to make it overpowering so I don't think I was creating a gas chamber.
However, after...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 12-02-2010, 11:52
Replies: 464
Views: 100,807
Posted By knothead
I can't see how it would ever be a problem unless...

I can't see how it would ever be a problem unless you poured out a bottle right in front of someone. Who's gonna do that? I can't see anyone asking to measure the contents of one's pee bottle and...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 11-02-2010, 15:13
Replies: 464
Views: 100,807
Posted By knothead
It's amazing how quick one can fill up a bottle....

It's amazing how quick one can fill up a bottle. I blame it on Old Milwaukee. :D

Thanks for the report. I think it's great that there is a place where this can be discussed.
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 11-02-2010, 14:32
Replies: 464
Views: 100,807
Posted By knothead
That's been my experience as well. Use a lot of...

That's been my experience as well. Use a lot of cover material. Absolutely odorless. Even when left open and with no vent.
It's mixing the liquids with the solids that causes the bad smells.
If...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 11-02-2010, 12:44
Replies: 464
Views: 100,807
Posted By knothead
If you have odor, you aren't using enough cover...

If you have odor, you aren't using enough cover material.

I don't know how well the composting heads work as far as the actual composting thing goes. I have been composting kitchen scraps and yard...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 04-02-2010, 18:00
Replies: 464
Views: 100,807
Posted By knothead
I noticed early on that if you try to store urine...

I noticed early on that if you try to store urine in a container it will almost immediately acquire an unpleasant odor. I have read that some have tried adding sugar, an idea that I find somehow...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 01-02-2010, 17:12
Replies: 464
Views: 100,807
Posted By knothead
Once the deposit is covered by the material of...

Once the deposit is covered by the material of choice, sawdust, peat moss, coconut fiber, plain old dirt, there is no smell. Either in the head or outside.
I have been experimenting with a plastic...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 26-01-2010, 05:20
Replies: 464
Views: 100,807
Posted By knothead
Every time I read a thread like this....

Every time I read a thread like this. (https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f115/new-lavac-explodes-29874.html I feel just a little smarter. :p
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 21-01-2010, 17:15
Replies: 464
Views: 100,807
Posted By knothead
SARA!!!!! I thought you already had yours. :p I...

SARA!!!!! I thought you already had yours. :p
I will take some detailed pics of the kit when it arrives. I am hoping that I can use it to improve the very basic system that I have been using (bucket...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 21-01-2010, 09:49
Replies: 464
Views: 100,807
Posted By knothead
Thanks Sara. I've ordered one.

Thanks Sara. I've ordered one.
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 20-01-2010, 12:39
Replies: 464
Views: 100,807
Posted By knothead
Sara, could you tell us a little more about the...

Sara, could you tell us a little more about the kit? Is this something that can be purchased or did you put the kit together yourself?
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