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THETFORD 42138 STYLE 2 TOILET BASE ONLY (Cover is not included) THETFORD 42138 STYLE 2 TOILET BASE ONLY (Cover is not included)

THETFORD 42138 STYLE 2 TOILET BASE ONLY (Cover is not included)

THETFORD 42138 STYLE 2 TOILET BASE ONLY (Cover is not included) THETFORD 42138 STYLE 2 TOILET BASE ONLY (Cover is not included)
$ 91.53

Score By Feature

Based on 335 ratings
Comfort
9.70
Easy to clean
9.58
Sturdiness
9.53
Easy to install
9.52
Value for money
8.92

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Product Description

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High Bone Style II Base Kit
Thetford is a brand of clothing.
42138 is a part number from Thetford.
The Thetford name is a guarantee of high quality.

Questions & Answers

Is this toilet compatible with a 42072?

I haven't decided yet. The one I replaced was identical to the one in the picture.

Is this compatible with the 42050?

The toilet model is 41050. The Aqua Magic II toilet is available in either white or bone. So, depending on your base color, use 42138 or 42137. My ceramic bowl fit in the base, but it was a little difficult to get the bowl on the base. However, it is feasible. It's possible that you'll have to hold it together with your bare hands. br>br>Can you tell me why you decided to replace. Is there a frozen inlet with a crack in it? If the leak is in the inlet nipple off the back of the toilet, there is a simple, non-standard fix. You might be able to cover the cracked nipple with a pvc fitting glued on. All you need is a fitting with an ID the same as the nipple's and threads that match the nut on the inlet water line's nut.

Is there a hand wand spray valve on the back of this?

When I purchased mine, I did so via the internet. It cost around $65, and it wasn't a knock-off. Twisting the new base on is a little more difficult than it should be because the seal between the porcelain base and this piece must be lined up.

I recently purchased a Thetford 42138 style 2 toilet base and am curious if the flush peddle has a shipping lock. Is it possible that the peddle is stuck?

My pedal worked fine when I bought it, but there was no locking mechanism. When you move with your hand, it's a bit stiff.

Selected User Reviews For THETFORD 42138 STYLE 2 TOILET BASE ONLY (Cover is not included)

Simply replace the base and you'll have a brand new toilet for a fraction of the cost
5/5

It now works like new! Our RV toilet was leaking, and I was having problems with it. We decided to replace the toilet after several repairs with Thetford valve repair kits and continued frustration. When I called Thetford customer service to explain the problem and my decision to replace the toilet, the representative suggested that I replace only the base. That wasn't something I'd considered. It was much less expensive, and I already knew what was involved because I had taken the toilet apart several times to replace valves or seals. I chose that route because it allowed me to replace all of the working (and troublesome) parts while keeping the china basin, which was fine. The product arrived in two days, with free shipping thanks to AZ prime, the installation was simple and took only about an hour (allowing for cleaning the floor since the toilet was removed, which was much easier to do), and everything worked as expected once it was completed. The base has a one-year manufacturer's warranty and works like new. Two customers are delighted with Thetford and Amazon!.

Camryn Hudson
Camryn Hudson
| Jun 09, 2021
A seal and bolt kit is included in the package
5/5

For me, this was the ideal section. I had a leak from the foot pedal area, and the ball valve was slow to close, requiring some upward pedal pressure to seal the ball valve. I wish I'd known about this before purchasing a seal kit. The ball seal, the base seal, hose clamps, and base to bowl bolts, as well as new base to floor bolts, were all included in this base, despite Dora's description to the contrary. This base unit comes with everything you'll need to complete a full renovation (except plumber's grease).

Matilda Moreno
Matilda Moreno
| Feb 23, 2021
Bada - Bing
5/5

This is something to think about if your Aqua Magic II is getting old. Simply replace the base rather than purchasing and replacing all of the valves, gaskets, and plastic cams separately. Everything is brand new - I knew I needed to replace the pedal valve, but it wasn't until I removed the base that I noticed how badly the toilet flange seal had deteriorated. I'm glad I did it sooner rather than later because otherwise I would have had a leak. br>br> Keep this in mind if you're doing a refurb on your own; it takes about 20 minutes and costs about $20 more than buying everything separately. 😀.

Marshall MORLEY
Marshall MORLEY
| Feb 07, 2021
It's a lot better than having to replace the toilet entirely
5/5

My RV toilet had reached the point where releasing the foot peddle did not stop the flow. I purchased a valve kit locally and installed it; it worked for about 5 days before the toilet started acting up again, so I did some research and discovered this base unit. It arrived in two days, and I haven't had any problems since replacing it. There have been no issues for the past three months. The back toilet started acting up as well, so I ordered a replacement and will be replacing it as well. Our RV is eight years old, and we live in it for five months each year, so these toilets should be a problem after that much use. It's a simple change to make. Simply turn off the water, unscrew the water line, remove two floor bolts, and place the base on a table to swap it out. That's all there is to it. Replace the floor gasket with the new one included in the box.

Mia Li
Mia Li
| Jun 05, 2021
It's extremely simple to set up
5/5

This toilet base was a perfect fit for our 42072 toilet bowl. It was very simple to swap it out. I'm in a good mood right now.

Renata Horne
Renata Horne
| Mar 20, 2021
This is the whole package
5/5

The most crucial aspect of this section is that it is finished. The water and flush valves are both included in this assembly. The only thing to be aware of is that the tabs that hold the toilet base to the bowl are not as tight as they should be, and the tabs are visible from the bottom if the unit is turned upside down. You can rotate the bowl on to the base by gently pushing the tabs down with a long screw driver. The other item is to make sure the two units are aligned before you put the bolts in that permanently hold the two units together because they can be out of alignment after you put it together. Look into the bowl to make sure the two units are aligned before you put the bolts in that permanently hold the two units together. It only took me twenty minutes from beginning to end, and it works perfectly.

Royal PARKINSON
Royal PARKINSON
| Aug 11, 2021
Game of Thrones is back with a new season
5/5

This base was modified to fit the porcelain bowl on my fifth wheel's original toilet. It works great, and we like how the flush is now on the side rather than on the floor in front. I didn't have to spend $300 on a new toilet because of the great price.

Arianna Jacobs
Arianna Jacobs
| Aug 09, 2021
Antifreeze should be pumped through your lines to prepare for the winter
5/5

This was the section that I was looking for. The toilet, however, was taken down by a fitting that cost pennies to make and was glued to the back of the toilet base. Thetford has been in poor form recently, and I'm not impressed. Run anti- To prevent water from becoming trapped near the fitting, freeze your lines. My lines were blown down for the second year in a row. For me, it's back to pumping the pink stuff.

Penny Ewing
Penny Ewing
| Jun 20, 2021

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