Head refit - before I flush my money ...
 

Hi,

I am about to take the plunge and purchase a Sun-Mar composting toilet for
my boat. It is a marine version. It requires a fan (4 watts) for a 3" stack
and also has a heater (12v 120 watt or 1 amp ac). The fan I could easily run
off of a solar panel. Heater (~50% duty cycle). While on shore power, no
concern. Foor print - 16" X 17". Capacity - wk end/vacation use - 3/4
adults.

Any one have any comments for and against, to help me make a final decision?

Also, the boat currently has a shower and I am considering tossing it to
reclaim the space. I know it can be a personal thing,but do you think I
would regret getting rid of it?

Thanks

sel1 wrote:
Hi,

I am about to take the plunge and purchase a Sun-Mar composting toilet for
my boat. It is a marine version. It requires a fan (4 watts) for a 3" stack
and also has a heater (12v 120 watt or 1 amp ac). The fan I could easily run
off of a solar panel. Heater (~50% duty cycle). While on shore power, no
concern. Foor print - 16" X 17". Capacity - wk end/vacation use - 3/4
adults.

Any one have any comments for and against, to help me make a final decision?

Before I can offer any advice, I have questions: what size boat? Power
or sail? Where are you--coastal waters or inland?

Also, the boat currently has a shower and I am considering tossing it to
reclaim the space. I know it can be a personal thing,but do you think I
would regret getting rid of it?

If only to make room for the toilet, yes.

--
Peggie
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Peggie Hall
Specializing in marine sanitation since 1987
Author "Get Rid of Boat Odors - A Guide To Marine Sanitation Systems and
Other Sources of Aggravation and Odor"
http://www.seaworthy.com/store/custo...0&cat=6&page=1