Sewer Hose Storage using Valterra EZ hose carrier A04-5094 BK on 2024 Tab400

chrisnoe

I was able to mount the Valterra EZ hose carrier behind the storage box on the front. The install came out really clean, just had to move the spare tire holder 1.5 inches closer to the front. This allowed the carrier to slide in between the propane hose and spare tire carrier. Step 1 was remove storage box to access the screws on the spare tire carrier, then move the spare tire carrier bar, then slide in tube and mount on either end, reinstall storage box in it's original location/screw hole. holds two 10' Rhinoflex hoses

manyman297

Looks really good. I’m debated on adding a dedicated hose storage. When I’m digging everything out of the storage box to get to my hoses is when I want it the most. Your install looks nice and clean too. 

Bayliss

@chrisnoe, nice installation!  I recently purchased the larger aluminum tub for my 2019 320 S and am interested in doing the same thing.  I currently have the sewer hose holder in the same location, but I had to cut round openings in the original (smaller) aluminum tub to accomplish that.

What size and type screws did you use to secure the Valterra tube to the trailer?  Do you know if the screws grab any part of the trailer structure other than the aluminum diamond plate?  Also, if you have it, would you mind posting a photo that shows the view looking down the length of the tube after the aluminum tub was re-attached to the Boondock platform?

Thanks!

rcarlson1957

Good job! Did the same a few years ago and works great. Just a heads up. I've found that over time the lids can come loose going down the road and fly open and break (they're hard plastic). Using these little S clips in the holes where the lids come together solves it. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Nite-Ize-Black-S-Biner-MicroLock-2-Pack-LSBM-01-2R3/204497661

chrisnoe

For sure I have had the same issue on our former Airstream. I use a clip and a tether

IowaDarkSky

Nicely done and will be (the inspiration) doing the same mode on the new to me Tab 400 (2022).

benpc

Bumping Bayliss’ comment for @chrisnoe @rcarlson1957 @IowaDarkSky or anybody else that’s done this! I’m wondering what’s behind the diamond plate, thinking about screw retention and the possibly of water seeping in. Fellow Tab 400 2024 BD owner here. 

rcarlson1957

@benpc, I was worried about same thing with using screws with mine. I used heavy duty zip ties and straps around frame and platform instead. 65K miles later no problems.