Posted 2008-06-28 12:15 PM (#86555) Subject: Porta pottty
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Hi, I have tried to search the post for this but no luck. Puddin head disease. I am looking for recommendations on porta potties for my trailer. I have a shower but no toilet. I need something I can take in and out thats good quality and easy to clean. Any one out there with brands and complaints or praises? Thanks, Lynn
Posted 2008-06-28 2:11 PM (#86561 - in reply to #86555) Subject: RE: Porta pottty
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well, I guess there isn't much for me to compare. I have a Coleman and it does the job...namely a place for me to go and a place to put it. I wouldn't say its easy to clean though( and I dont' know if different models are any easier.) Given the fact water can be heavy, its a bit cumbersome to lift up when it full of water and ready to go or when its been used and needs to be dumped. I do like having the convience of the porta potty despite some of its draw backs.
Posted 2008-06-28 5:27 PM (#86571 - in reply to #86555) Subject: RE: Porta pottty
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My hubby wanted a taller one than we used to have, with two tanks that you fill and flush into, and it works fine. BUT, it's heavy for me to move so it waits for him to do it (good for me anyway). But, take the filled weight into consideration if you are thinking of a larger one.
Posted 2008-06-28 5:43 PM (#86573 - in reply to #86555) Subject: RE: Porta pottty
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Oh wow, I finally get to post an answer to someone else's question .... I've actually done a lot of research on this and am glad to share. The best porta potty, in my opinion, is the kind that uses the WAG BAG or like system. These are products that are made by at least two different manufactors (that I've been able to locate) that use disposable, doubled- bags with polymers and enzymes to deorderize and process waste (it turns into a type of gel) - you can then seal the bag up and dispose of it in any trash can along with your regular garbage. I've seen several different products - bags you can use individually, a product called the PETT toilet (small, foldable toilet but it's a little expensive), another toilet that uses a 5 gallon bucket with a plastic toilet seat that you can line with either the WAG BAG or one of the bags made by Resstop. The best place I know of to check out these products is www.REI.com . I don't work for either of these companies but in my capacity as a park service superintendent at a big recreational area I've become passionate about educating the public about how to dispose of their waste properly. Good luck! Oh, and these products are recommended by the Leave No Trace program in conjunction with the National Forest Service and by the BLM, in case you are interested.
Posted 2008-06-28 5:49 PM (#86574 - in reply to #86555) Subject: RE: Porta pottty
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Let me clarify a few things about my last post ... what I am describing here is suitable for someone who is looking for a portable pottie. The great thing about using one of these systems is that there is no mess to have to clean up later, you just deposit the bag into any trash containter. All you need is a 5 gallon bucket, or, if space is an issue, something like the PETT Portable Toilet, which uses the same thing. What I have found is that most people, faced with knowing they have to clean out a messy bucket later, opt to go out behind a bush somewhere and end up leaving a mess for the next person to use the area, not to mention all of those white paper flowers ....... (:
Posted 2008-06-29 8:15 PM (#86657 - in reply to #86555) Subject: RE: Porta pottty
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Get a Thetford or Bio-Pot porta potti. These can be found on Ebay cheap new or Walmart sells them in the camping/boating sections. I used a Thetford for years until the bellows wore out. I bought a Bio Pot off of Ebay new for 1/3 cost after shipping. Both have cassettes that come apart and you can dump these in the porta johns or dispose of with the horse manure on top. Make sure you get a holding tank between 4-6 gallons. These are taller and hold 2 people for a weekend. Make sure you use chemical in the holding tank everytime and dump and flush after each trip. Keep it in the shower or in the horse area if you have a walk thru door. I would rather have this than a black holding tank that I have to winterize.
Posted 2008-06-30 8:50 PM (#86698 - in reply to #86555) Subject: RE: Porta pottty
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Hi, I would like to thank everyone for their input. After researching them, I decided on the Pett. I really like the idea of no chemicals, no dumping or heavy lifting. Just wrap up and toss. It is also a standard height. I like that. Very enviromentally safe too.
Posted 2008-07-01 7:39 AM (#86713 - in reply to #86573) Subject: RE: Porta pottty
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Originally written by 4$ponies on 2008-06-28 5:43 PM
...The best porta potty, in my opinion, is the kind that uses the WAG BAG or like system. These are products that are made by at least two different manufactors (that I've been able to locate) that use disposable, doubled- bags with polymers and enzymes to deorderize and process waste (it turns into a type of gel) - you can then seal the bag up and dispose of it in any trash can along with your regular garbage. I've seen several different products...another toilet that uses a 5 gallon bucket with a plastic toilet seat that you can line with either the WAG BAG or one of the bags made by Resstop. ...
BLESS YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I've been using that 5-gallon bucket with the toilet seat lid, but have been just lining it with a couple of kitchen trash bags. I'm going to REI.com right now!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted 2008-07-01 8:54 AM (#86722 - in reply to #86713) Subject: RE: Porta pottty
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Originally written by Sharon on 2008-07-01 8:39 AM
Originally written by 4$ponies on 2008-06-28 5:43 PM
...The best porta potty, in my opinion, is the kind that uses the WAG BAG or like system. These are products that are made by at least two different manufactors (that I've been able to locate) that use disposable, doubled- bags with polymers and enzymes to deorderize and process waste (it turns into a type of gel) - you can then seal the bag up and dispose of it in any trash can along with your regular garbage. I've seen several different products...another toilet that uses a 5 gallon bucket with a plastic toilet seat that you can line with either the WAG BAG or one of the bags made by Resstop. ...
BLESS YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I've been using that 5-gallon bucket with the toilet seat lid, but have been just lining it with a couple of kitchen trash bags. I'm going to REI.com right now!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
DANG!!! Grab up some Cracklin Oat Bran and some Pitted Prunes while you're out!! Break the new pottie in with a bang!!
Porta pottty
I am looking for recommendations on porta potties for my trailer. I have a shower but no toilet. I need something I can take in and out thats good quality and easy to clean. Any one out there with brands and complaints or praises? Thanks, Lynn
Very enviromentally safe too. 
