Vacuflush Filter

[Good Timin]

Anybody on here have experience changing the vacuflush filter? According to the manual this is supposed to be done every season to eliminate the oder when flushing. I looked at mine today and it appears that two nylon nuts disconnet hoses at each end. I could not figure how to release the strap that holds it in place. Of course, there is not much room to operate. If you have done this, please share.

Thanks!

 

[Dougbb]

Just got my 260 Sundancer in February...and I'd like to know too!

 

[Skeetobite]

This is a very easy task, that can be completed in minutes depending on ease of access. Just follow Scott's advice above.

After replacing mine with an OEM filter, I've decided I'll make my own in the future due to the ridiculous "boat premium" of over $65. I plan to use one of my wife's nylon stockings (don't tell her!) and some activated charcoal. I've sourced 4.25 lbs. of activated charcoal for just $18 at an aquarium supply website. this should yield 4 or 5 replacement filters. The pvc parts are an easy match.

There's been discussion in the past that there is a one way diaphram in these units. This isn't true. I was able to blow air through either end of a new unit.

If anyone is interested, I'll share pics and dimensions when finished.

 

[Dave S]

Here is an excellent post on how you can recharge the filter yourself without the expense of buying a new one.

http://clubsearay.com/forum/showthread.php?t=849&highlight=charcoal

 

[Skeetobite]

Perfect! Thanks. I was about to make up my own to recharge. Didn't think about recharging an old one. Duh!

 

[tmikesh81]

have changed my filter and still have odor and fluid coming out the vent... i got pumped out before i changed my filter... any ideas?????

 

[Skeetobite]

have changed my filter and still have odor and fluid coming out the vent... i got pumped out before i changed my filter... any ideas?????

This sounds a lot like the tank was allowed to over fill prior to your last pump out. Any liquid that was in the line after your pump out would probably still be there because of the capillary action caused by tubes/hoses.

Hate to say this, but your new filter is likely shot. I would rinse the line and install another new filter (or rebuild and recharge the one you have).

 

[Dave S]

This sounds a lot like the tank was allowed to over fill prior to your last pump out. Any liquid that was in the line after your pump out would probably still be there because of the capillary action caused by tubes/hoses.

Hate to say this, but your new filter is likely shot. I would rinse the line and install another new filter (or rebuild and recharge the one you have).

Before you spring for a new filter disconnect the line at the out put side of the filter and run water thru it to flush it clean. Be sure all the water is drained out of the line then reattach it to the filter. If you still have an odor then I agree the new filter is contaminated and will have to be replaced again.

 

[tmikesh81]

thanks guys.. i will flush it out and rebuild the filter if needed....

 

[topgun1185]

Now this is why I joined this site sure beets spending $100.00 bucks. Graet job I never would have thought of this one!!!

 

[Good Timin]

Thanks for the info. Everyone was right...easiest service task yet on my boat!

 

[jg300da]

This is one of those so called "yearly replacement parts" that I question. As long as this filter does not get wet it can remain unchanged for many seasons. To paraphrase the late Johnnie Cocharan, "If your system is odor free let it be".

 

[Turtlesboat]

The filter I changed this year was the original. the only reason I had to change it was because I got it wet. I bought it at westmarine on sale for $50, sure beats the 2 hours of trying to recharge an old wet one.