sewer hose storage

[Charles Firth]

Currently I have my sewer hose stored in a plastic container with a lid. The hose is new and has not been used yet. The box takes up considerable room in my windjammer and I could use the room for other things. Also after the hose is used and washed I think I would feel better if it were not stored under the dinette. I like the PVC fence pole covering that people are using for the hose storage. My TT under carriage is closed off, so it will have to be mounted on the rear bumper, will those heavy duty plastic ties hold so it won't be lost on the road ? There have been several posts covering this topic I have seen them mounted under the TT, but can't quite make out how they are attached to the rear bumper. Thanks in advance Chuck in Va

[fonzie]

Possibly large cable ties would be OK but I would go with square U bolts instead available at hardware stores.

[OldCoot]

Store 2 in the round tubes by the dump and 2 under the back bumper. Tubes are strapped and bolted to the frame and the 2 under the back bumper are on a 1/2" threaded rod with a cross bar under them.

[quackor]

I just completed adding a 5" PVC fence post with a gutter inside for our sewer hose. I ended up mounting just in front of my front scissor jacks with 7" worm-drive pipe clamps. I was able to find two pieces of metal that were connected to the frame that I was able to strap on to.

I wasn't able to fit the post on top of the bumper because it would have gotten in the way of access to the water heater, and putting below I was afraid of bottoming out with it. The trailer is at storage this week, but will get pictures this weekend.

[Helmsey]

At one point on my last 5er I had the fence post attached to the rear bumper with several zip ties and had no problems on a 600 mile trip.
After I got back from that trip I ended up using something like what Fonzie posted to hold it in place.

[thegreatoutdoors]

I just pulled of the plastic end caps on my rear bumper and store it in there. Out of the way, and not to difficult to retrieve.

[Cajun Po-Boy]

Originally Posted by thegreatoutdoors

I just pulled of the plastic end caps on my rear bumper and store it in there. Out of the way, and not to difficult to retrieve.

I use the bumper space for the rear laundry hanger assembly...so the 5"PVC works out great for both sewer hose and portable grey tank hoses and fittings ,)

[thegreatoutdoors]

Originally Posted by Cajun Po-Boy

I use the bumper space for the rear laundry hanger assembly...so the 5"PVC works out great for both sewer hose and portable grey tank hoses and fittings ,)

Thats cool. got any pics?

[BigTJohn]

Trouble with using the bumper to store the hose is that it will rust, it will rust if you don't store the hose there. Need to "swab" it out with a giant cleaning rod/wire. A rag sprayed with some water proof lube (Boeshield T9) will do wonders. Storing the plastic hose in a plastic pipe makes all kinds of sense. Metal tube will grind away at the hose causing leaks. IMO.

[Charles Firth]

Thanks for the reply's, I believe the fence post cover will suit my needs. The fence post pvc cover at Lowes about $20.00. Still looking for the long u bolts to bolt it to the rear bumper, lowes didn't have anything that large. I will check some local hardware stores. Thanks again for the responses.

[OldCoot]

Originally Posted by Charles Firth

Thanks for the reply's, I believe the fence post cover will suit my needs. The fence post pvc cover at Lowes about $20.00. Still looking for the long u bolts to bolt it to the rear bumper, lowes didn't have anything that large. I will check some local hardware stores. Thanks again for the responses.

Might use some angle iron and threaded rod instead of U bolts or what they call holey iron (straps with holes in it) and just plain bolts.

[jtstromsburg]

Mine are bolted with little ss #12 machine screws with locks and flats, from inside the post thru a couple "L" angle brackets. The brackets were fastened up to the frame first. I like it because you can't see any fastening system. It's held one full season and I'm hoping I don't find the whole setup dragging someday.

Sent by me

[PhoneDude 8289]

Mine are held up by 5/16 rod thru 1" aluminum angle behind the rear axel.

[BamaBob]

Originally Posted by BigTJohn

Trouble with using the bumper to store the hose is that it will rust, it will rust if you don't store the hose there. Need to "swab" it out with a giant cleaning rod/wire. A rag sprayed with some water proof lube (Boeshield T9) will do wonders. Storing the plastic hose in a plastic pipe makes all kinds of sense. Metal tube will grind away at the hose causing leaks. IMO.

Another thing...

If you use a Rhinoflex sewer system (you DO, don't you?!) The attachments on the end of the sewer pipe are too big for a bumper.

Sure you can "unscrew" them but then you are storing the sewer stuff *somewhere*

X2 for the PVC mods!

[RodeoGeorge]

AN alternative to U-Bolts is to drill a 1" hole in the bottom of the fence post at the location where you want to mount the post, and a proper size hole (based on the bolt to be used) on the top of the fence post opposite the large hole.

I then use an extension to access the mounting bolt through the bottom of the post. I use a large (1/4 X 1-1/2") washer under the head of the bolt to distribute the mounting force.

I tried reaching into the post to turn the mounting bolt, but found that to be awkward.

The hole in the bottom also provides a place for water to drain out of the post.

RodeoGeorge

[Steeljag]

I've used my bumper storage for three years without issue! It is a Rhino, and the ends do fit (on mine).

[Ford Idaho]

Originally Posted by OldCoot

Might use some angle iron and threaded rod instead of U bolts or what they call holey iron (straps with holes in it) and just plain bolts.

You mean something like this?

Clopay Garage Door Rear Track Hanger Kit-4125478 at The Home Depot

[OldCoot]

Originally Posted by Ford Idaho

You mean something like this?

Clopay Garage Door Rear Track Hanger Kit-4125478 at The Home Depot

No, just the holey strap.

[MillerTime]

I love the post covers too.
I made my own brackets, and had to space the post cover down because of propane line on the frame.

Now I need to make a new one to hold 3 or 4 for our new 5er.

MillerTime- Future Sabre Handler!!

[IndyCamp]

Originally Posted by HSVBamaBob

Another thing...

If you use a Rhinoflex sewer system (you DO, don't you?!) The attachments on the end of the sewer pipe are too big for a bumper.

Sure you can "unscrew" them but then you are storing the sewer stuff *somewhere*

I store my Rhinoflex in the bumper. I have to rotate it a bit on one of the ends after I slide it in, but it fits with the caps on.