RV FEATURE
THETFORD FRESH-UP SET
RRP : $ 229
The bolts require a suitable Allen key to undo ; however , it ’ s worth pointing out that all other models of Thetford toilet require no tools at all .
Using a flat-head screwdriver , it ’ s then just a matter of popping up a couple of plastic clasps to finish removing the seat .
The new seat will directly replace the old seat . The plastic clasps will click into place , and then you can re-fit the bolts , plastic nuts and all covers .
You can then replace the van ’ s toilet cassette with the new one from the box . Even better : by storing the old cassette somewhere , such as in the van ’ s tunnel boot , you ’ ll have a secondary toilet cassette for those times you can ’ t access an appropriate dump point when you really need to .
A quick maintenance tip : to prolong the life of your toilet cassette , use a small amount of olive oil or a water-based lubricant to lubricate its main seal .
And there you have it . What feels like a brand new toilet for your RV in minutes and for a much cheaper price than replacing the entire unit . If you ’ ve purchased a secondhand van and it has a Thetford toilet installed , we can recommend the Fresh-Up set .
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