RV Dump Station DRAMA!! You Won't BELIEVE the CHAOS One Dude Caused. I GOT IT ON VIDEO AND TIMED IT
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- čas přidán 13. 04. 2024
- Living in an RV means dealing with dumping your black tank (UNLESS you have an OGO Composting toilet (link below)! In Yuma, AZ I was stuck at a dump station for 3 hours because one person failed in their RV Dump Station Etiquette. I caught it all on video AND timed how long it really takes people to dump their tanks.
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Would you compare dumping that composting toilet to dumping a litter box or it is easier (totally dump it not use a sifter)? I'm trying to start camping this summer and I'm looking for suggestions on such things. Thanks. Love your videos!!
I've seen people do this at a gas station. Clean windows, go get food, go to the bathroom, checking tires, you name it....while the line is growing!! Common courtesy.
I have seen this too. But only men….I’ve never seen a woman pull that crap.
@@maryhartsock7792hi, unfortunately I ran across a woman and her child at Bucees in Florida, parked her car at the pump went in to shop and pay for gas and then came out to pump. twenty minutes later…….rude
Unfortunately, courtesy and sense are not common. I just complained about that yesterday, at our local gas station.
Yeap, the same at the gas station. I got out and offered to help them wash their windows, She didn't like that much.
There is no common courtesy anymore. I’ve always practiced it. I’m a believer in karma.
He keeps that up, one day someone won’t be as patient as those folks were.😮
Permanent dirt nap 💤
I agree!
@@murkrow2316 How very juvenile of you.
Not in AZ at least. He got lucky there weren't more dudes around, it probably wouldn't have gone as well for him. AZ is an open carry state AND one can conceal carry without a permit. Let that one sink in for a moment. Just cause you are not seeing the firearm, doesn't mean they don't have them, possibly on their person. Throw in 100 degree heat and that guy got freaking lucky to get out of their unscathed.
I know if I were in line I would be the first to speak up and take action. The man needs to respect other people's time.
I never get water at a dump station, I don’t care if it’s “potable”. People are dumping and then handling the fresh water hose and handle. That’s just gross.
I agree. People don't bother washing crap off their hands. No thanks.
Someone posted a photo of some idiot using the clean water tap to lean his stinky slinky. That sealed it for me not to use any potable water at all dump station. You just don’t know how far up the bacteria traveled.
Exactly. I was taught early that you don’t even think about getting water at a dump station😂😂😂
It’s because of people like him the “free” station might soon NOT be free. The “Big Me, Little You” syndrome will always live in certain people! 😝
@@tpkyterooluebeck9224 It's not a difficult task; once you've done it once or twice, you come up with a familiar sequence..
My husband, bless him, acts like he’s the pit crew at a NASCAR race.
😅
Don't you just love folks who literally think the world revolves around them. Don't let folks like this rob you of the joy of the RV lifestyle.
when I see a man like this, I'm so so so so so so grateful to be single. He's either incompetent or rude... neither would work for me. Great reminder, thank you!!
Same here 🤭 Looks like something my Ex husband would do to spite everyone in line complaining …
This is why I am single. A lot of men think they are so much more important than other people!!!
Same here. I bought my own rv and he has a motorcycle so different directions. So single is so much easier
Me too!
It's why I thank God every day that I'm a Lesbian!! LOL ✌🐢
Sounds like a narcissist collecting his daily supply of attention
exactly
Exactly!
Passive Aggressive.
Yes and the more upset you get the more they LOVE it. They love putting themselves at the center of drama.
Precisely. He enjoyed tise attention.
He’s like those people at gas pumps when there is a line. They get out, mess around, then go back in the car to find their card, mess around several minutes pushing buttons, fill, take their time disconnecting, closing up their tank, getting back into their car and still not leaving. Jeez!
THIS!!!!!! Argh!!!!!
Not to mention the person that leaves their car at the pump while they're inside getting snacks/cigs
@@fortyseven1832Came in here to make this exact comment. Gets me so irked!!
You forgot get food, babble around getting lottery tickets, stand there and scratch their tickets, count out change, get more food...
Another great video, Robin! This reminds me of our first dump station experience.
I asked my husband to put his foot in the sewer hose to keep it in place as I pulled the black tank handle. (Dump station was just a round hole in a cement trough) Somehow his foot slid off, and his foot got covered before I could close the black tank. Yes, we learned some important information, provided entertainment to those behind us, and my husband got new tennis shoes.
lol always dump in crocs if an accident happens just wash off with antibacterial soap 🙂
And that's why I like to dump in the middle of the night, no need to rush.
Bingo early morning dawn let's say or like u it's a routine most every has their 123's worked out to a T. Some never will
Be Safe Roll On
I get water in the middle of the night as well almost always 0 people.
Or install a macerator pump out which evacuates faster than a gravity hose and stays installed on your 'Y' pipe. I dump our DP class A with a combined total of 120 gallons of waste in less than 5 minutes. No spills...no drama. That guy was very ignorant. At least your hair came out great😄
Yes...her hair looks great!
Thank you for stating about the free sewer dump, my wife and I have been RVing for 30 years you run into far more good folks then scumbags, we are getting ready to head to Florida from Washington ST 3400 miles we have a pull behind toy hauler so we can bring our trike along, this is our 5th trip we've made hope for many more, happy travels all
Wow never seen that happen before. Usually everyone is courteous and cleans their messes.
My entire dump station routine takes like 5-7 minutes, tops (not including fresh water fill up). This was crazy!
Some people are just selfish. I was at the park dump station behind a guy who took so long because he was not just dumping but flushing his tank and cleaning it. I think management needs to post a sign saying dumping only and a time. Because people don't have common sense or curiosity for others.
how does “curiosity” factor in? 😉
@@OIII-IOOO 😂👍
I used to dump my cassette toilet there and that camper went in the wrong way. I also would NEVER drink water from that the faucet since so many people, including myself, use a green hose to wash their tanks, too risky for contamination for me.
Agree. The idea of getting drinking water from a dump 💩 station is just gross. 🤮
OMG....I have seen fights at dump stations. People are oblivious to other people. I always say if you wanna see a good fight, it'll be at a dump station or the boat ramp!!! LOL! I've seen some doozies both places over the years! 😂
boat ramp funny!
Boat ramps are my favourite way to pass an afternoon.
OMG, was totally thinking back on my boat ramp days watching this video. Got rid of the danm boat partly because of this!
This is hillarious. From afar. From this side of.the screen LOL
That's when you box him in so he can't leave,lol
When I see people like that, I just thank my lucky stars that I'm not related to them and do not have to sit across from them at the Thanksgiving table.
Amen
Oh that's funny
THIS All about me, is becoming the norm everywhere. I work a Truck Stop and people think it is okay to sit at pumps after gassing up and camp out!
He’s going to play that game on the wrong day, at the wrong time with the wrong person waiting. I hate rude, selfish people. Be safe
I camped in a tent at quartzite. Would watch the drama at the dump stations. Watch people pitch a fit waiting in the comfort of their camper, only to park it afterwards and continue to sit in the comfort of their camper. Camping is camping.
good point
I'm picturing the missus handing him a freshly brewed coffee and them sipping while pointing out the window, gesturing and mouthing obscenities from their air conditioned comfort, her nodding vapidly "you're so right honey, I couldn't agree more!" They, are the entertainment, they just don't know it. Took my husband 20+ minutes to dump, no fill... his first time with a 2nd hand trailer with no salesman walkthrough so he didn't know where the black water hose was kept. Who woulda thunk the bumper??? Other campers were gracious and showed us the ropes. Best entertainment is at the closest campsite to a boat launch, painfully funny shenanigans.
I love your channel. It is a welcome respite each Sunday from much of the RV chaos on CZcams, but you have finally stressed me out by highlighting one of my biggest fears out on the road. That was crazy. I will rush when I have people behind me much like filling up gas at Costco. Being full-time, I am fortunate that I can plan not leave a campground on a Sunday or Monday holiday if I have to use the dump station. I look forward to your future content.
We were in Canada in Jasper National Park, we were in line for the dump station, sat for an hour. He finally came out and put away his dump hose, we finally decided he and his wife were both taking showers . We were a little ticked to say the least.
Great video. We don't have a composting toilet but your video certainly demonstrates the value of going green. Looking forward to next week's View Q.
Just ordered my next one. I went to the dump station for the last time yesterday and kept thinking, yes...never again. never again.🤣🤣
@@CreativityRV This situation is why I have decided to get a van with a composting toilet. I do NOT want to deal with dumping tanks like this.
**Sewer hose hack** I use an old folding lawn chair bag. It's a plastic type coated fabric. Its a 25'hose & it bends in half & the elbow attachment doesn't need to be removed to store it. I have a tall skinny outside shower compartment that I keep it in. The bag is washable and the whole thing fits in the outside hanging compartment perfectly.
My sisters and i took an RV road trip years ago. We learned so much about operating the RV, dump stations, toilet etc.
And that’s another reason why I camp in my SUV. 😂😂
I have a class A and have it down to a reasonable seven minutes to dump. It's a matter of being respectful of other people.
Thanks so much for the info on the composting toliet! I just ordered the smaller Nomad version for our van build. It will be perfect 👌 ! You're the bomb, Bird! 🐦🦜🦉🦅
i’m in a van, too and it’s time for an upgrade from my 5 gal bucket system. the nomad is an affordable option. thanks for bringing it up!
You should have 10 people around him filming just because if he’s going to take that long, you might as well bother him!
That seems so horribly cruel. Maybe he has medical issues.
Love your hair, BTW.
Omgosh how nerve-wracking. Unbelievable
Thank you! For the info👍🏼
TIP: Fortuna Foothills in Yuma. Behind Circle K is a dump, I believe it’s free. S Fortuna Rd Exit east on East Frontage road, first right driveway continue straight behind Circle K and you will see it. I was just in that area, pretty chill, have also seen RVs park in lot by Planet Fitness.
I can't imagine why anyone would take their time at a dump station under any circumstances. I can hardly stand driving past those smelly places! I'll stick with plastic bags for now.
Glad you are so courteous
I think it is important for us nomads to be as self reliant as possible, including basic things like waste, trash, etc. Don't get me wrong, Airstream are like the ultimate RV and are so amazing. Robin, I have followed you for years and you always have your systems so streamlined, even in a certified RV. Your plan to put a composting toilet in your Airstream is perfect. Relying on water hook ups, dumping, etc is a thing of the past for me. I'm in a cargo trailer conversion with power stations, solar, 7 gallon water containers (6 of them, and a very simple toilet and shower (Joolca) means I never have to wait in line. But sometimes I do miss the comfort of a travel trailer. So I guess there are pros and cons to everything!
That did help. Thanks for the video.
Yes. Composting toilets. We haven’t been to a dump in over a year,,,,,,,,and never will be again. Don’t miss THAT task.
Same here. People are causing themselves so many unnecessary problems, because they REFUSE TO LISTEN.
I’ve used composting in previous rigs. I liked them. But I’m dumping my gray tank. So it’s not like I never dump. I’ve now got a black tank with a macerator on my class b. I dump when I have to dump my gray tank. Takes an extra 30 seconds. AND no more poop bags
@@cwheremonster8870 poop bags once a month. No biggie and beats the hell out of once a week for black tank for me. And gray water doesn’t hurt the environment at all. In fact it helps plants. I don’t even own a stinky slinky any more.
Thank you for the video. Blessings to you.
I’m so happy that I have a portable toilet.
You said it all sister!!! 😊
Wow!! Thank you for sharing that info. As an inspiring camper I need to know things like this. I have began building out my minivan and documenting my journey on my youtube station. I will definitely keep your toilet choice in mind.
Great video, Chick!!✌🐢
I have seen people do this at dump stations. If you think that is bad check out youtube videos from public boat launches. It's even more insane.
Tfs, I haven't started my RV life yet but your tips are helping me
Robin, while staying at the LTVA this happened to me. A small 20-24 ft rig took over 40 minutes, I THOUGHT HE HAD SET UP CAMP( lol) 2 1/2 hours later I finally got to dump. Super busy during the month of January.
It's good to see you again. A year ago February, I bought a class A RV. She is a bit older but heck aren't we all, 1997 isn't too bad. She only had about 42k miles for $8600. I am going back through all of your videos and taking notes. I have gone on two trips sticking to I-35 both times. I'm not ready for 2-lane highways yet. The plans for this year are 1) get my 91 yr old father moved in with my daughter, 2) put rubber on the RV roof, 3) replace all of the plumbing in the toilet that a friend managed to blow apart, 4) put better tires on the front, 5) get the Generac generator cleaned & hopefully running, and sneak in a short trip in the fall. WOW the things I have learned. Make sure to watch your mirrors because they are easy to knock off. Don't let any Joe blow put a tire on because you might end up sitting on the side of the highway with all but 1 lugnut stripped away (that was a scary one). When I bought her she went straight in to have the motor and chassis inspected then to another well-known and hated by most RV dealership to have the house checked out. Someone forgot to look at the brakes. I left my parking spot in Austin to go empty my tanks, my exit was coming up and when I went to my brakes to begin slowing down that sucker went to the floor. I calmly mentioned this to the friend with me & I thought he was going to jump ship. Thank goodness I listened to at least one thing my gearhead ex hubby had taught me how to maneuver with no brakes. That kicked in and I e braked & used the lower gears to drive 14 miles in Austin traffic. I was eerily calm during the crisis but once I got parked I ran out the door and threw up, I was shaking beyond control, but we made it. The next day I had it towed to a semi garage and had nothing that functioned on my rear brakes. I hope to run into you at some point during our travels. See ya.
That's crazy!! just found your channel, Subscribed!!!
Good of you to take the time to video these many units and varying degrees of dumping procedures. Folks will step over a dollar to same a dime. If free is convenient, its a win, but paying five or ten bucks to not wait in a line is more valuable if given the choice between the two
as far as the hose goes a simple plastic fence post
mounted under your frame gets this job done real easy. couple pins to keep it in there. maybe a number of drain holes on the bottom? but can hold a number of hoses in it so pull out as needed.
Two great things about this video: we weren’t in that line and it’s funny from this side of the screen.
I'm saving up for the ogo 😊
We did the Tim and Shannon composting toilet. Amazing. On a computer fan.
This actually happened to this in Williams AZ in 2020. My husband said “order the Natures Head”! LOL
Very helpful.😊
That's insanity. I've fortunately never had something like happen before. I've used a $10 dump station at a Love's travel stop right in Yuma and have never had to wait at that one.
I put a OGO in my Pleasure Way after seeing your video, thank you so much. As a single traveler I appreciate how easy it is to empty
I got mad just watching this...some people are beyond help.
On top of it All; he isn't wearing Any Gloves..
right? ew
Thank you ✌️😊
Wow! Thanks for this video! I am new new new, like just put a deposit on my first RV new. This is something I didn't think about yet. I will have to make sure I go to a dump station at a less busy time since I know I will be slow the first several times 😮 I would never ever want a line of people like that waiting on me! I would probably have a panic attack 😅 and have a poopsie too, right in front of everyone 💩 Hopefully I will get some good practice in at campgrounds with full hook ups, which is my starter plan, before doing the boondocking I want and trying out a dump station like that!
Thank you!!
Good info!
Big fan of the composting toilets. I originally had a nature's head - which I recommend if you have space and camp a lot. You have to take it out of the airstream to really clean it. Or at least have a wet bath? I got the Trelino which is just okay. It's nice and small and I am keeping it, but I wish I had looked into the OGOs.
It’s like a boat ramp on the 4th of July. There is always that one person…
Lol I listened to your intro and went straight to the comment section. I can't watch it. There are enough jack-holes is real life to be aggravated by one in a video. Over entitled narcissism seems to be the current pandemic and I've pretty much reached my limit.
I was behind people who took showers while connected! Held everyone up.
Reminds me of how grateful I am to have a dry toilet. No dump stations!! 😊
BTW is this the only station?? Come back later? Drive on to the next one? I don’t get participating in the drama and letting it consume everyone. 😮
I wash my dog in head and shoulders shampoo. I store it in my water bay. I'm really ocd about not storing a stinky water hose. I ran out of dawn dish soap and used the shampoo. I've never had a stinky sewer hose since. It only takes 2 minutes to wash it out. AND I totally agree about being polite at the dump station. I never take that much time to dump!
Wow , that’s craziness
You are such a sweet informative person!
Thanks for your video!
New SUB here! 👍🏻❤️
I'm sure he did it on purpose.
That makes me glad I have a teardrop. Lol Boat ramp etiquette seems to be out the window as well. As I was preparing to put my boat in the water and waiting for the kayakers (Yes, kayakers), using the boat ramp, You could imagine my frustration when they set up chairs in 3 inches of water on the ramp to relax after they put them in, not realizing people behind them, trying to get their real boat in the water.
In Arizona, many rest areas on the highway have potable water stations too. Right by the sidewalk when you pull up. It's good water.
Ditto for the gas pumps as well. I just want to pump diesel and go. My last trip pulled in behind a van at Love's. Had to pull up close for hose to reach. I tow a 12 ft TT. Someone pulled up behind me. Got filled up an waited and waited and waited for van driver to return. Cant go around because it it too tight. Can't back up. Basically trapped for 45 MINUTES.....Unbelievable!!!! Guy behind me did back up and went to another pump. Still couldn't back up because cars parked along the curb behind me and no way to swing the trailer. I can't drive after dark and had to regroup on my designated overnight spot because i lost 45 minutes of daylight.
This is one issue I’ve found that being a diesel makes difficult. You pull in to the station that has only one diesel pump and you have ding bats like that using it for gasoline.
He might have had one too many gummies 🤣🤣🤣
Another great b reason for a Composting toilet!
Geez! I'm getting a hybrid composting toilet - a Separett Tiny Toilet. Liquid drains to the gray tank, solids go into a bag you throw in the dumpster. You can use a little kitty litter or peat moss if you like. Constant exhaust fan (silent) ensures no smell. There is the possibility of odor from the gray tank coming up through the shower drain, but a bath plug takes care of that easily. 😊
Dump station stories aren’t my favorite, but they are a solid number two.
They obviously don't care. People like that never do. They are totally detached from the concept of caring about how their actions (or the lack thereof) affects the other folks around them. It's typically the way they were brought up.
He's that guy at the boat ramp.
Educating....even to the people who are crappy ... I use campgrounds but yeah you are right thinking about fellow campers
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I'm SO quick! i have no problem doing that chore. hope it stays that way 😅
He wasn't a newbie, by any chance, was he? I know that when we were new it took us a bit longer than usual but we were very apologetic if we created lines. And we quickly learned how to be more efficient and fast at the dump stations!
It takes me about 12 minutes to dump two separate tanks. Sometimes it might take 15. I don’t use their portable water. so, everybody watching this video needs to go out of their way to be kind to the new people or possibly people that are struggling for one reason or another. Just be nice to each other and it’ll be contagious.
We have had some strange examples at the dump station. On trucker got out and told us he was going to put up a cap in our heads. He got pulled over down the road. Lost his job too.
Probably the same type of person that is going slow in the passing lane and doesn't get over .
When I had a sailboat, I used a5 gallon Home Depot bucket. Put some pellets from tractor trailer store and threw it out every couple days. Easy Peasy.
Oh my gooosshh 😮😱
I have an OGO. It’s pretty easy to deal with. The worst part is having to empty the urine every couple of days. But I can put it in a regular toilet.
Have you looked into the Throne Composting Toilet? It's less expensive than the OGO, and seems like a good setup. I don't think they're quite ready to sell them yet, but should be soon.
I’m been gathering things in the event I can finally get on the road. The first thing I bought is a small composting toilet w biodegradable bags. It’s small enough to fit in my car too. My dream is to eventually have a “tiny house” but those plans include a composting toilet there too. I’m currently in a normal house and having periodic plumbing problems (old house, old plumbing) is such a pain. At least with composting toilets, you just have to make sure you have the composting medium and bio-bags. Sometimes simpler is better.
We spent quite a bit of time this winter camped near the LaPosa South dump station (away from the smell!), and you would not believe the things we saw. Unbelievably slow people and their screaming non-fan club. It was better than an episode of Real Housewives.
I agree on OGO for the win! It's just me, and I can't go more than 2 weeks between compost swaps though.
I would have lost my mind. 🤯🤯🤯
I hate to summon my inner Karen but was there not a lot attendant or dare I say the station manager on site? After an hour, I would have tried to find someone who could maybe either help the gentleman or strongly encourage him to move along.