Toilet/Head Crack Repair

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Ferris

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Feb 8, 2018
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Highlands NJ
Boat Info
280 Sundancer 2001
Engines
2x 4.3L Mercruisers
I have a slight crack in the upper portion of the head. I replaced my share of toilet bowls to know it's just easier to replace and porcelain can't really be repaired. In this case though I don't want to replace it if I can avoid it. Does anyone know

1)If there is a way prevent the crack from growing. It's in the upper portion and not through yet so if I can stop it I think it'll be fine. Also does anyone have a source on touch paint for the bone(?) color?

2)Are there replacement options for a 2001 280 DA? And if it gets replaced is there a wax ring or how is it sealed?
 
Is it a Vacuflush system? If so, all the parts are available. https://www.dometic.com/en-us/us/products/hygiene-and-sanitation/sanitation.

On mine there is a plastic outer covering that snaps off. Then there is a band clamp that holds it all together. Once separated, there are a couple seals for the white ball valve and a set of o-rings on the shaft. Replace the bowl, white ball valve shaft and ball seals. Youll have a brand new trouble free head.

Parts are pretty reasonable and instructions come on the parts kits. Maybe an hour job.
 
dtfeld said:
Is it a Vacuflush system? If so, all the parts are available. https://www.dometic.com/en-us/us/products/hygiene-and-sanitation/sanitation.

On mine there is a plastic outer covering that snaps off. Then there is a band clamp that holds it all together. Once separated, there are a couple seals for the white ball valve and a set of o-rings on the shaft. Replace the bowl, white ball valve shaft and ball seals. Youll have a brand new trouble free head.

Parts are pretty reasonable and instructions come on the parts kits. Maybe an hour job.
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Thank you for this resource! It doesn't seem like a bad job at all cost or labor wise.
 
Ferris said:
Thank you for this resource! It doesn't seem like a bad job at all cost or labor wise.
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If you can post up the model number of the toilet, I'll be able to better identify things. In that era, they are likely 800 series. I think I have a 806 and an 808??

Dave
 
dtfeld said:
If you can post up the model number of the toilet, I'll be able to better identify things. In that era, they are likely 800 series. I think I have a 806 and an 808??

Dave
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I couldn't find a model number on the head . It is vacuflush, I'm going to email my local dealer for help on the exact replacement.
 
Post a picture. It likely under a plastic shroud that hides the guts of it. Mine separated where the flush step is, and was just a plastic latch that you gently pushed in on and it came undone.

Pretty simple, first time had me scratch my head a little.

Good news, you can do this and save enough to pay for some serious gas.
 
dtfeld said:
Post a picture. It likely under a plastic shroud that hides the guts of it. Mine separated where the flush step is, and was just a plastic latch that you gently pushed in on and it came undone.

Pretty simple, first time had me scratch my head a little.

Good news, you can do this and save enough to pay for some serious gas.
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You called it ... removed the shroud and found the label it is an 848, i see tons of places selling lids and bases but no bowls. I sent out a few emails hoping fo4 a bite.
 
Just a follow up on this...

The 848 is discontinued as I expected. I was told the 5000 series bowl, comes in bone too, will fit the 848 base as but a check valve needed replacing as well. I did opt for new a few other while I was in there parts. When everything arrives and I see what's up. I'll post the final results.

Thanks @dtfeld for all your help.
 
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