In my experience, mineral oil floats at the top of the holding tank and stops aeration - very smelly...
> On Jun 1, 2016, at 5:19 PM, Tom Buscaglia via CnC-List > <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > > I was surprised to learn that Muriatic acid is actually preferred to vinigar > as a treatment for the internal buildup in the toilet. So long as there are > no exposed metal parts it works great. The stuff fizzes up...and when it > stops it is either all used up or done. > > Then a follow up with mineral oil to lube the inside does the trick. > > Tom B > > Tom Buscaglia > SV Alera > 1990 C&C 37+/40 > Vashon Island WA > (206) 463-9200 > www.sv-alera.com > > > At 11:43 AM 6/1/2016, you wrote: > >> On Jun 1, 2016, at 6:51 AM, Tim Goodyear via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com >> <mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com> > wrote: >> >> If you're getting a little backflow from the joker valve, you may want to >> try running some household (white) vinegar through the system and leaving it >> to soak overnight. Salt deposits build up on the valves and vinegar helps >> dissolve it. It is a cheap and very much hands-off first option. >> >> >> >> Tim >> >> >> >> >> On May 31, 2016, at 9:10 PM, Chuck Gilchrest via CnC-List >> <cnc-list@cnc-list.com < mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com> > wrote: >> >> I just bought the rebuild kit for $72 at Jamestown Distributors (USD) but it >> seems the Thetford Headmate pump assembly is currently back ordered from >> those that are listing it on their websites. >> >> I get a slight amount of back flow if the head is pumped empty which I >> suspect is the joker valve either worn or not seating properly. Also, the >> handle doesn?t want to stay in the down position in either the empty or >> flush position, which makes me believe there is back pressure even when the >> intake side is shut. >> >> Chuck Gilchrest >> >> S/V Half Magic >> >> 1983 LF 35 >> >> Padanaram, MA > _______________________________________________ > > This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you like > what we do, please help us pay for our costs by donating. All Contributions > are greatly appreciated!
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