People come here for ideas....calling other's ideas BS and nonsense is easy.
Pointing out exactly why they they will or won't work takes intelligence ,experience, and a little effort sometimes.
Posting links that show why an idea will work, meet standards and possibly save someone some money, time and/or energy is what I thought forums were for.
If you are referring to my post then say so. I called BS on a post claiming that there is no problem hooking up a std. head to a boats fresh water supply no big deal. It is a big deal and requires care and compliance while using approved connections and methods, as has been well proven (thanks Peggie).
Please show me where I called an idea BS, it was a declarative statement I tossed a flag onto.
I thought the concept of NO connection with crap and drinking water was fairly simple, excuse me for this.
I understand the workings of bacteria (I am a licensed Registered Nurse RN9292485). Ask someone that has had a UTI about the mobility of bacteria the ability of them to reproduce and the results of them being where not wanted. Do you need drawings?
I also am and have been a Licensed General Contractor (GCG-056789, really, that is my number look it up at
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Ahhh yes, plumbing an entire industry dedicated to keeping **** out of our mouths.There are reams dedicated to this, should I post a few web sites?
Everyone on here has access to the internet and its pool of information, it's not my job to provide all the lesson plans for every incorrect statement. I just stated that it was wrong and why, simple.
The electric solenoid valve equipped head that you use hopefully also has an air gap or a double protection check-valve built in. If not then you are relying on a mechanical seal and spring as well as water pressure to prevent cross contamination. if you have a failure at any point (even a microscopic nick or wear of the valve seat) or loss of water pressure (ever turn off your water pump?) you are at risk.
Look up the difference of a double protection check-valve as opposed to a regular check valve hint: only one is legal in a potable water supply.
You seem like a smart guy, don't take any crap from your toilet.
I like to think that when I share a cocktail hour with a fellow boater I won't spent the next 48 hours sick after a dose of e-coli with my, uh mmm.... lemonade.
This post was approved by my dog, hopefully it meet with your requirements as to being informative.
Regards,
Scott