can I buy a new waste tank from Rinker, 2002 342

bigmike

good day, I recently checked my waste tank and it is cracked, I am trying to order one from Rinker but I cannot get through, can someone help.

Handymans342

Search for plastic tanks. Can you get the old one out?

bigmike

yes, I got it out, friends told me not to bother repairing, it wont last, I am a welder by trade, I would go to aluminium if I had to get one made, can we not order one from Rinker. I have written to a local Dealer here in Ottawa, they just double the price

Michael T

@bigmike...what about getting it shipped within the U.S. to the U.P.S. store in Ogdensburg? I'm heading there tomorrow to pick-up items I have shipped there. Do it all the time! I would think Rinker still carries the size you need. If you are having a problem making contact at Rinker e.mail @wheatst for some help. He's a great guy! At one time jet Technologies made a lot of parts for Rinker.

Michael T

.....and AL will send Thaddeus to clean-up your bilge if the that waste tank breaks?

pault1216

Whatever you do...don't use aluminum. The tank contents will corrode over time and leak. If the tank is almost 15 years old and out of the boat, I'd replace it. Replacing hoses could be a consideration also...and don't use cheap hose...not worth the smell. Good luck-Paul

bigmike

Thank you every body, I am in contact with Rinker and if the price is good I will buy, if not canus plastic in Ottawa could probably make one. this forum is fantastic, I HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM with my engines as another owner, I am anxious to get in the conversation. thanks again,

Dream_Inn

Welcome to the forum @bigmike!  Some great people on here always ready to help out.  When you get a moment, add your boating location and a signature with your boat and engines.  It just makes answering questions easier and it's always fun to see where people boat.

raybo3

bigmike said:

Thank you every body, I am in contact with Rinker and if the price is good I will buy, if not canus plastic in Ottawa could probably make one. this forum is fantastic, I HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM with my engines as another owner, I am anxious to get in the conversation. thanks again,

Why not see if "Canus Plastic" can fix your tank. It would be a lot cheaper and you know it will fit perfect when you put it back in...........

pault1216

I bought my replacement tanks (100 gallon) from a houseboat manufacturer (used to be Thoroughbred) new for $125. Be sure they are thick enough.

Itzken

Try this link.   http://www.toddusa.com/water-holding-tanks.aspx
Measure your tank, establish where you want the hoses, and order on the internet.  I replaced an aluminum holding tank with one of these Todd tanks in a '94 Celebrity because the aluminum failed.  Get nipple kits from any marine supply, use teflon tape and fresh hoses.