The #1 RV Toilet Upgrade Mistake (And How to Avoid It)

🎙️🎙️ In this episode, Eric Stark breaks down the #1 mistake people make when upgrading an RV toilet: assuming the new toilet will connect the same way as the old one. The floor mounting is usually straightforward, but the water supply connection is where most upgrades get hung up—different fittings, different angles, and sometimes a water line that needs to be replaced or adapted. 🎙️ Eric also covers what really matters when choosing a replacement toilet (spoiler: it’s not the brand name). You’ll learn the measurements to check before you buy, including the bolt spacing and the “back-to-wall” clearance that can make certain upgraded models sit too deep or not fit at all. 🎙️ Plus, listeners are invited to share what black tank treatments have worked best for them, and 🎙️ Eric wraps up with a look at new Camco sewer hose fitting upgrades designed to make hookups easier and more reliable. Episode Focus: RV toilet replacement and upgrades — what actually causes problems, and how to avoid them. 💥 What we cover The #1 RV toilet upgrade mistake: assuming the water connection is universal Why brand usually doesn’t matter for mounting: most RV toilets bolt down to the flange in a similar way. The real “gotchas” when swapping toilets: Water supply line fitment (may need a new line, an adapter, or a reroute), Fitting types and angles that vary between models, and clearance to the wall (“too deep” problems when upgrading to larger/elongated styles). What to measure before you order: Base footprint and bolt position, Distance from mounting bolts to the wall, Water line location, and access. Practical tips from Eric Stark for a smoother install: Don’t assume—verify your connection type and space Plan for a water line update even if the toilet swap looks “simple.” Confirm you can still access fittings after the new toilet is in place Community question: What black tank treatments work best for you? Let Me Know? Gear talk/wrap-up: A look at Camco’s newer sewer hose fittings and why they can make connections faster, cleaner, and more reliable 💥 Resources Mentioned in this Episode:  Here is a link to the 2 RV Accessory Catalogs - 2026 RV Catalogs  🛒 New Camco Sewer Hose Fittings - https://smrtrver.com/CamcoFittings 🛒 PICQUIC RV Screwdriver: RV Driver w/ Bits - https://smrtrver.com/PicquicRVDriver ⚡ Contact Us - Call, Text, Video, Email Our Online Resources: https://smrtrver.com/ContactUs 🛒 Sunpro Mfg - RV Sunshade, Windshield Covers & Slide Out Awning Fabrics - https://smrtrver.com/sunpromfg 🛒 Hot Boat Ropes - Marine Cordage- Anchor Lines, Dock Lines, Tow Lines, etc. - https://smrtrver.com/BoatRopes 🎧 Top Rated Podcast - The Smart RVer Podcast Website - https://smrtrver.com/TheSmartRverPodcast