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    Screw Into Frame to Add Sewer Hose Storage

    I just purchased this from Amazong: Valtera Sewer Host Storage.

    It has self tapping screws with it. I am able to just screw them right through the frame to mount this? Or do I have to drill pilot holes first, or perform another action?
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    Quote Originally Posted by EddieK82 View Post
    I just purchased this from Amazong: Valtera Sewer Host Storage.

    It has self tapping screws with it. I am able to just screw them right through the frame to mount this? Or do I have to drill pilot holes first, or perform another action?
    Sometimes I can use the self tapping screw without a pilot hole, other times I've had to drill the pilot hole.

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    Quote Originally Posted by EddieK82 View Post
    I just purchased this from Amazong: Valtera Sewer Host Storage.

    It has self tapping screws with it. I am able to just screw them right through the frame to mount this? Or do I have to drill pilot holes first, or perform another action?
    I used beam clamps to attach two extra sewer tubes. That way I did not have to drill any more holes into my frame.

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    Last edited by Kevin2282; 08-10-2021 at 09:16 AM.
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    At least drill a starter hole as deep as the tip of the drill bit so the self tapping "TEK" screw does not walk around. I generally use a drill bit the size of the inside diameter of the self tapping screw.
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    With self-tapping screws you will need a hole. Self-drilling screws are another matter and should go through the frame just fine with an impact driver.



    I used the beam clamps as @Kevin2282 did and that's how I'd go if doing it again.
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    I used i-beam clamps (or pipe hangers) as well for a 2nd tube...so no frame drilling/screwing. I also ran a strap across from the stock tube mount for extra security.
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    Those U-bolts are a great idea. Those plastic mounting flanges are pretty flimsy.
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    If you have hydraulic levelers, which you may not, this is what I did on mine. The holes are already there in the hydraulic leg and the holes are 9/16" diameter. You can use 1/2" bolts if you like, but I special ordered some 9/16" bolts, lock nuts, and flat washers. I also used Aluminum angle instead of steel for two reasons....it's lighter weight, and it will not rust. Downside is that it's more expensive than steel. Obviously this isn't the sewer tube you have, but the mounting of it would be very similar to the 5" vinyl post that I used, except I had to strap mine down, and you have mounting flanges on the tube.



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    Good thinking.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Kevin2282 View Post
    I used beam clamps to attach two extra sewer tubes. That way I did not have to drill any more holes into my frame.

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    Kevin,

    I have been looking at a similar solution but have concerns about the beam clamps working loose due to dynamic movement while traveling. Have you noticed any issues while traveling? Also, if handy, would you provide the source of your beam clamps.

    Thanks!

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