Head Problems!

[Elite Marine Transport]

The head on my Grady has stoped working, It never really worked like I thought it should, it is the manual model that came with the boat. Is it worth it to rebuild it or replace it, I like the idea of an electric unit, it is easyier for the kids, heck, me too! For a replacement, what do you guys recommend?

Thanks,

Rich

 

[fishingFINattic]

I DONT like the electric unit that is on mine.
The "Chopper" cant handle the day after a night of heavy drinking and a mexican dinner.....
Tim

 

[ocnslr]

When our manual pump started acting up, my choice was rebuild, or convert to electric.

Converted, and never had a problem..

Brian

 

[Elite Marine Transport]

When our manual pump started acting up, my choice was rebuild, or convert to electric.

Converted, and never had a problem..

Brian

There are a good number of electric models out there, which did you choose? My goal is to avoid replacing one problem with another problem.

Thanks,

Rich

 

[ocnslr]

There are a good number of electric models out there, which did you choose? My goal is to avoid replacing one problem with another problem.
Thanks,
Rich

The Jabsco model was a direct bolt-up. Remove the manual pump, install the electric pump, wire it up and smile.

Never has a problem pulling a prime, either.

 

[jekyl]

My imported 265 had the aftermarket jabsco electric fitted. Unfortunately the macerator/pump had long since rusted itself solid . In Australia the replacement parts were actually a lot dearer than a complete new Jabsco elctric toilet:$465 as opposed to parts :$650........
So thats what i fitted....needless to say the inlet and outlets were all back to front so it required a little plumbing ingenuity. But she works great no need to prime at all. My next project is the shower sump which appears to have no lid!

 

[jekyl]

My imported 265 had the aftermarket jabsco electric fitted. Unfortunately the macerator/pump had long since rusted itself solid . In Australia the replacement parts were actually a lot dearer than a complete new Jabsco elctric toilet:$465 as opposed to parts :$650........
So thats what i fitted....needless to say the inlet and outlets were all back to front so it required a little plumbing ingenuity. But she works great no need to prime at all. My next project is the shower sump which appears to have no lid!

 

[ocnslr]

My next project is the shower sump which appears to have no lid!

Our shower sump doesn't have a lid, but I don't see the problem. Makes access to the big strainer element easier, as is reaching in to test the float switch. If all working properly, the sump never gets to a high level, as the pump kicks on and effectively removes the water.

 

[jehines3]

I have the Jabsco 37010 model and love it. I never have to give the instructional on the head to guests. You push a button and viola it disappears. The pump rebuild kit is $40. The motor is expensive and they are to sticking when left idle for long periods of time. I'd really liek a fresh water flush toilet, then I could leave one more through hull closed. The water where I store the boat is nasty on the bowl. jh

 

[Gary M]

I'd really liek a fresh water flush toilet, then I could leave one more through hull closed. The water where I store the boat is nasty on the bowl. jh

I usually leave the inlet seacock closed. I then use a big plastic cup to rinse the bowl out with fresh water from the sink. The Admiral does not like to do this so occasionally I have to use raw water...... :x

 

[Grog]

I'd really liek a fresh water flush toilet, then I could leave one more through hull closed. The water where I store the boat is nasty on the bowl. jh

I usually leave the inlet seacock closed. I then use a big plastic cup to rinse the bowl out with fresh water from the sink. The Admiral does not like to do this so occasionally I have to use raw water...... :x

Not a bad idea!

 

[jehines3]

Yeah when it is just me I use the detachable shower hose from the sink and use FW. I always do this as my final rinse so the bowl is FW when I leave the boat, but at times I do forget.

I now have a 2.5 year old and potty training on the boat should be a pleasant experience. At least I can rinse the whole bathroom down unlike at home.

 

[Lucky Stars]

vacuflush came on my Marlin.
works like a charm, 3 years