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02-08-2014, 02:01 PM
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4 Rivet Member
1975 Argosy 26
Normandy Park
, Washington
Join Date: Feb 2007
Posts: 309
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New toilet suggestions for Argosy 26?
I'm looking for the best plug/play replacement toilet. Best = ease of replacement. If there is one that is slightly taller/deeper even better.
Has anyone replaced theirs and if so which did you go with?
Thanks
Dan
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02-08-2014, 03:02 PM
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#2
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Rivet Master
1986 31' Sovereign
Miami
, Florida
Join Date: Feb 2004
Posts: 3,137
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Sealand Traveler for us. Taller, actual porcelain, simple and rugged.
Mike
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02-09-2014, 08:34 AM
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#3
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Rivet Master
1974 Argosy 26
Morrill
, Nebraska
Join Date: Nov 2009
Posts: 6,014
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I installed an Aqua V in our Argosy 26'. I used the low profile unit because it sits on a platform.
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02-09-2014, 09:07 AM
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#4
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4 Rivet Member
1975 Argosy 26
Normandy Park
, Washington
Join Date: Feb 2007
Posts: 309
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Did the aqua v require any modifications ? How difficult of a job is it?
Thx
Dan
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02-09-2014, 09:47 AM
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Rivet Master
1974 Argosy 20
2014 20' Flying Cloud
Kooskia
, Idaho
Join Date: Jul 2009
Posts: 4,591
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I put a new Thetford Bravura in mine, but it did require removal of the little plastic compartment over the rear top of the toilet, so the lid can be lifted.
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02-09-2014, 11:40 AM
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Rivet Master
1974 Argosy 26
Morrill
, Nebraska
Join Date: Nov 2009
Posts: 6,014
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I installed a new platform (because the old one was rotted) along with a new toilet flange/tank adaptor. Also removed the cover for the "secret" compartment behind the toilet. Never got around to making a new cover.
I also chose the hand flush instead of the foot flush model. Because the pedal on the foot flush would have been 8"+ above the floor.
Four years and 20K miles. It still works great.
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02-09-2014, 11:50 AM
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#7
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Rivet Master
1974 Argosy 26
Morrill
, Nebraska
Join Date: Nov 2009
Posts: 6,014
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Aqua V Install
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02-10-2014, 01:20 PM
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#8
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Rivet Master
1974 Argosy 26
Morrill
, Nebraska
Join Date: Nov 2009
Posts: 6,014
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Pics Gone
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02-10-2014, 02:06 PM
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Site Team
1964 26' Overlander
1964 19' Globetrotter
OlyPen
, Washington
Join Date: Aug 2003
Posts: 13,936
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Dan S
I'm looking for the best plug/play replacement toilet. Best = ease of replacement. If there is one that is slightly taller/deeper even better.
Has anyone replaced theirs and if so which did you go with?
Thanks
Dan
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Sealand Traveler here as well - no need to cut up the storage compartment behind toilet.
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02-14-2014, 07:01 PM
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#10
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4 Rivet Member
1978 28' Argosy 28
Victor
, New York
Join Date: Sep 2012
Posts: 408
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I put a new aqua magic v into my Argosy motorhome. It sits up on a small stand but it was a perfect plug and play. Make sure you get the low profile version. The handle flush or foot flush is your preference, I got the foot flush. Hope this helped
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02-15-2014, 02:07 PM
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#11
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4 Rivet Member
1975 Argosy 26
Normandy Park
, Washington
Join Date: Feb 2007
Posts: 309
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How do the toilets attach to the base? I don't see any bolts etc. this is a pic of my existing toilet.
Thanks
Dan
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02-15-2014, 03:05 PM
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#12
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4 Rivet Member
1978 28' Argosy 28
Victor
, New York
Join Date: Sep 2012
Posts: 408
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There should be two bolts, one on either side and they are covered with a plastic cap. If you don't see any, try twisting the toilet to the left or to the right.
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02-15-2014, 07:54 PM
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Rivet Master
1974 Argosy 26
Morrill
, Nebraska
Join Date: Nov 2009
Posts: 6,014
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If it is the original toilet. As I recall there is one bolt accessible behind the flush pedal, the other is accessed thru the removable plug inside the toilet bowl.
It's been 4 years do I could be wrong.
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02-15-2014, 08:38 PM
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#14
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4 Rivet Member
1975 Argosy 26
Normandy Park
, Washington
Join Date: Feb 2007
Posts: 309
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Under the pedal and a hidden one would make sense since I can't see them, I'll check tomorrow.
If the bolts are where you described, I assume a Aqua magic V will not be an easy swap out?
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02-16-2014, 07:48 AM
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Rivet Master
1974 Argosy 26
Morrill
, Nebraska
Join Date: Nov 2009
Posts: 6,014
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Once you get the old toilet out. You will find a flange mounted to the top of the tank. If it is in good shape and in the right position, the new unit will bolt right up.
The slots for the flange bolts should be a 9 and 3 o'clock for the new unit.
In thinking back. The hidden bolt on the left side, the plug I spoke of in my last post may be on the outside. It's just been too many years since I did the job.
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03-22-2014, 05:36 PM
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4 Rivet Member
1975 Argosy 26
Normandy Park
, Washington
Join Date: Feb 2007
Posts: 309
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I bought the adapter kit assuming I'd need it. It requires you to screw in 8 long screws to secure it it to the base. Isn't the holding tank right below the toilet?
I assume is I had to install the adapter the screws would penetrate through the platform and into the tank. I'm hoping someone will tell me that the platform my toilet sits on is elevated off of the tank? Anyone?
Thanks
Dan
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03-23-2014, 03:41 PM
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4 Rivet Member
1975 Argosy 26
Normandy Park
, Washington
Join Date: Feb 2007
Posts: 309
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Here's what I have after the toilet is removed.
I must have to remove the old orange flange (screws and all) and install the one I have that will enable me to mount the toilet bolts at the 9 and 3 position.
Again, won't the new screws I install puncture my holding tank or would it be going through plywood?
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03-23-2014, 04:29 PM
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#18
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Rivet Master
1977 Argosy 24
Currently Looking...
Milltown
, Wisconsin
Join Date: Mar 2006
Posts: 1,087
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Don't use screws any longer then the plywood is thick. Don't risk putting a hole in your black water tank.
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