HOW TO Install shower in an RV Campervan

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  • Опубликовано: 10 дек 2024

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  • @925KSHOP
    @925KSHOP 3 года назад +1

    Thank you so much for saying "water heater" and not "hot water heater". I wish ppl wld get it right. Much luck n love, live large!

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  3 года назад

      You must be the first person to ever say anything positive about the way I talk usually people try to correct my grammar or ask what language I’m talking. So thank you that’s really kind of you I’m ever so grateful 🙏

  • @rdwilander
    @rdwilander 3 года назад +1

    Amazing video of a basic sweet set up for hot water at a reasonable price well done mate

  • @elaineblackburn2128
    @elaineblackburn2128 3 года назад +1

    awesome and practical for your multiple requirements. well worth £65 spent !

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  3 года назад

      Thank you for taking the time to comment and keeping it positive really appreciated 👍🤓👍

  • @alanmay1945
    @alanmay1945 4 года назад +2

    Hi Mel, at about 16mins you find that jubilee clips leak the water. Greg Virgoe did a vid all about this, as his jubilee clips leaked water too. He shows us that jubilee clips have a design flaw, where they're not a perfect circle and have a notchy gappy part which fails to seal perfectly, even when really tightened up. What Greg did was to abandon jubilee clips, knowing he could'nt rely on them, and bought and fitted instead 'Fuel Line' clips, like you get on a cars fuel lines. Greg was very clever to observe that this type of clip was a perfect curve all round, making certain of a perfectly even seal. So very similar at first glance to a jubilee clip, but a very much superior design that can be relied upon 100pc. Greg fitted fuel line clips all thru, no worries! Love your vids Mel.

  • @tonytca9439
    @tonytca9439 4 года назад +7

    Please take care! Anyone buying these heaters be aware you must use a rubber washer on the gas 1/2" inlet with PTFE tape or joint compound and it should be tightened little more than hand tight. DO NOT over tighten with a large wrench/spanner it will crack the aluminium gas fitting inside and fk up your new heater. Before use always do a bubble leak test on all gas fittings.

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад

      Good advice thank you 😊

    • @ashleyburton8605
      @ashleyburton8605 4 года назад +2

      You used only use gas specific tape on gas fittings. Not standard PTFE tape

  • @alanmay1945
    @alanmay1945 4 года назад +3

    This is clever. Very inexpensive, very simple, straightforward and easy, and achieves a brilliant lovely shower. This is fab all round I reckon, and incredibly affordable. I think you're really smart sourcing these brilliant alternatives to megabucks mainstream stuff.

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад

      Thank you that’s really appreciated 👍😊👍

  • @karljoseph7378
    @karljoseph7378 4 года назад +1

    Mel take a grinder with a floppy pad and take a shaving off the face off the mount face untill the tap faces the right direction mate . Easy job mate

  • @delzprojects2573
    @delzprojects2573 4 года назад +2

    Mel I have been, over a few weeks, watching all your old vids. I have to say that your confidence in front of a camera, camera work and editing have improve by about 5,000% Well done you!!!

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад +1

      Thank you that’s really kind of you to say 👍🍻

  • @Angel-hl8uz
    @Angel-hl8uz 3 года назад +1

    You make building campers fun😅

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  3 года назад

      I do try to thank you for your positive feedback and encouragement really appreciated 👍🥸👍

    • @Angel-hl8uz
      @Angel-hl8uz 3 года назад

      @@BigVanSmallWorld your presentation is really good 😃 you have a great, fun, happy, aura about you, it makes tutorials easier to watch and learn easier. 😃

  • @stuartchapman5171
    @stuartchapman5171 Год назад +1

    Another great vid. Love the thumb nail. The "loofer" is hilarious. Hope it was unused before you showered with it. You may come out dirtier. Lol.

  • @feralfreebirds
    @feralfreebirds 4 года назад +1

    luvley jubbly........my ma's got garden hose fitting like that, in heatwave just gone....i stood in garden under it cold....was ACE!!! loved seeing one of your cats in this vid too.....loved ya lil singing to self at outtakes... :) *

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад

      That sounds refreshing did you film it? Thanks for the compliment really kind of you 👍😊👍

    • @feralfreebirds
      @feralfreebirds 4 года назад

      @@BigVanSmallWorld hahahahahaha,,,,,no i didnt......was having far too much of a cooldown... ;)

  • @mlgs26
    @mlgs26 4 года назад +3

    I've had one of these LPG boilers in my van for about 3.5 years . Been absolutely great.

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад +1

      Thank you that’s really encouraging I’m so pleased you let me know there ok 👍

  • @DUB-sential
    @DUB-sential 4 года назад +3

    I'm sure I'm not the only one thinking Mel's scrubbing his back with the toilet brush..
    Interesting to see one of them showers.

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад +1

      The man in the store told me it was a loofah 👍😂👍

  • @Leatherkid01
    @Leatherkid01 4 года назад +1

    Nice water heater instal 👍🏼

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад

      Thank you that’s really kind of you hope you’re keeping safe 👍😊👍

  • @sunnydaze6974
    @sunnydaze6974 4 года назад +2

    I like the idea of having it on the back door Mel, plenty of room for Daisy and yourself to share a warm shower ;)

  • @vandolife3223
    @vandolife3223 2 года назад +1

    Great video! You make everything look so easy 👍

  • @livingthedreambuildingthedream
    @livingthedreambuildingthedream 4 года назад +1

    Glad you got the shower mel I'm going to steal that idea!!!!!

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад

      You’re absolutely welcome go for it 👍😊👍

  • @salsan2946
    @salsan2946 4 года назад +1

    This is brilliant! (And your building inspector is adorable!)

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад

      Thank you that’s really kind of you to say I’ll let the building inspector know she has a new fan 👍😊👍🍻

  • @MrWalbudri
    @MrWalbudri 2 года назад +1

    Brilliant video Mel.. thanks for sharing fella

  • @Troy72472
    @Troy72472 4 года назад +1

    Mel I’ve been watching most of your step by step videos I must say mate absolutely outstanding I’ve had Mercedes vitos and transporters then a motorhome sold that last year and bought a static caravan but me and the wife miss the travelling getting itchy feet again to get another van to do up must say Mel cheers for the videos

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад +1

      Thank you that’s really kind of you to say and you’re absolutely welcome good luck with your build when you get going 👍🤓👍

  • @ToniReviews
    @ToniReviews 3 года назад +1

    great to watch and very interesting, but a lot of water usage, not to mention faffing to install it- but very interesting.

  • @WearAway
    @WearAway 4 года назад +1

    We've got the same set up Mel bit advice put a board or sumit behind the flue as can singe the carpet happy showering 😜😜🧖‍♀️🧖‍♀️❤💙

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад +1

      Thanks I just got some Chequerd plate 👍😊👍

    • @WearAway
      @WearAway 4 года назад

      @@BigVanSmallWorld good lad 😜💙❤

  • @derykmacleod4979
    @derykmacleod4979 4 года назад +1

    Hey Nice Job! Nothing like showering off the gunk at the end of the day before settling to bed. I am redoing my galley area and need to leave space to later mount one of those gas water heaters so I can shower! Be Safe!

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад

      Thank you if you fit one inside you will need to vent to outside be careful stay safe 👍

  • @ashy1423
    @ashy1423 4 года назад +1

    Love this idea Mel.
    Thanks for sharing,
    Hope you are well and staying safe.
    Ash 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

  • @thinkfirst9464
    @thinkfirst9464 4 года назад +1

    Great vid Mel cheap n cheerful, simple and works.

  • @johnlong3214
    @johnlong3214 4 года назад +1

    Another good video Mel, thank you for taking the time to make and share it👍

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад

      Thank you for your positive feedback really appreciated 👍😊👍

  • @simondolywern55
    @simondolywern55 4 года назад +1

    I used to have one of those water pumps. Soooooo noisy , I binned it after a week. Heater looks good though, interesting review 👍

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад

      Thank you I’m going to try and mont it different 👍😊👍🥧🍻

  • @Raf-zu5le
    @Raf-zu5le 4 года назад +1

    Well impressed Mel. I love these gadgets you find 👍

  • @mrcamper5211
    @mrcamper5211 4 года назад +1

    Good seeing you push it in all the way into the base ;) good vid mate enjoyed it 👍

  • @carloknuwer1026
    @carloknuwer1026 4 года назад +1

    Top works Mel, didn't expect you having a shower build in/on.
    Love to see you hanging a shower curtain next time👍🏻

  • @David_11111
    @David_11111 4 года назад +4

    heat will rise from that flue, I think a bit of checker plate as a heat shield above the heater and maybe even under the bed for when you close the door, might be wise !

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад

      Thank you that’s what I was thinking 👍😊👍

  • @MichaelofEngland
    @MichaelofEngland 4 года назад +1

    Great solution, thanks Mel ... I'm sold!

  • @dockerandy
    @dockerandy 4 года назад +1

    Awesome job Mel ! just what i was looking for, for my van ! better than the £650 option i was eyeing up ! thanks bud !

  • @stephenb5560
    @stephenb5560 4 года назад +2

    Good stuff, many will copy I think.

  • @BernardChestney
    @BernardChestney 4 года назад +1

    Another great video Mel. Informative and simple steps whilst being cheap at its best. The installation was very good and that garden tap is the one. The bloopers at its best lol. Have a good weekend.

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад

      Thank you for the positive feedback really appreciated 👍😊👍

  • @bobm130
    @bobm130 4 года назад +1

    Hi mel. For future reference, a little plumber's tip with the tap if you don't have any washers or tape you can use a bit of soft string as a seal .more or less string to get the right position of the tap. .ps vids are Brill

  • @Michael-m4y
    @Michael-m4y 4 года назад +1

    Hi Mel use PTFE tape to set position of tap

  • @nett0.
    @nett0. 4 года назад +1

    Hi Mel if you use ptfe tape you will be able to position your water pipe aka tap in the position you need it to be, Instead of buying another fitting.

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад +1

      Good idea thank you 😊 👍

    • @nett0.
      @nett0. 4 года назад

      @@BigVanSmallWorld excellent video mell a great piece of kit for the money.

  • @David_11111
    @David_11111 4 года назад +1

    lol outtake shows tap kit with ptfe tape, that will fix angle of tap if you put enough on :)

  • @malcolmrowe5031
    @malcolmrowe5031 4 года назад +1

    I think I'd support the y piece to stop it working loose! Also I find jubilee clips tighten better with a small socket and ratchet than a screwdriver! How about a board to stand in when showering?

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад +1

      Hi ya yes definitely going to make something to stand on and last time I used a jubilee drive I stripped the thread of 👍😂👍🍻

  • @nickhigson7540
    @nickhigson7540 4 года назад +1

    That's it! I'm getting one! I just love simplicity when it comes to my van, after all it's my first one, so simple is stress free. 🤣🤣. Cheers Mel, blewdy brilliant. 😊

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад +1

      Thank you and good luck with your build 👍😊👍

  • @alanthomson108
    @alanthomson108 4 года назад +1

    Keep it simple keep it safe 👍

  • @ourvanviv8858
    @ourvanviv8858 4 года назад +1

    Excellent, really good value for money that kit

  • @marks-0-0
    @marks-0-0 4 года назад +1

    Mel you could try out 'double wire clamps' next time. They clamp more evenly around a fitting.
    Jubilee clips are not good enough for water fittings 👍

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад

      So that’s what they are called I know the ones you mean I just didn’t know what they were called thank you makes perfect sense 👍😊👍

  • @leejones6579
    @leejones6579 4 года назад +2

    Great piece of kit mel, as a gas engineer I'm a little bit concerned about the safety of your gas conections. Might be better getting a self sealing lpg cooker hose and fittings for the connection from the shower to your supply.

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад

      Thanks Lee I’ll google them 👍

    • @tonytca9439
      @tonytca9439 4 года назад +1

      Then its a permanently fixed hose that can be trapped in the door. Mel can disconnect his and put it away in the gas locked. The only thing i would do different is put an 8mm Tee isolating valve in the cupboard so you have another way to secure off that gas extension. Anyway people have done the same shower mod as Mel for many many years without problems.

  • @Pugwash.
    @Pugwash. 4 года назад +1

    Interesting solution and good idea with the hose nozzle. I've got a trigger head thing on my shower inside. I watched in fear of you getting your kit off though!

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад

      Haha don’t worry that’s not going to happen 👍😂👍

  • @patrickjobling8676
    @patrickjobling8676 4 года назад +1

    Gotta say mate top show full of mystery and intrigue and so on and so forth .. ace amundo ..i.ll lookin to that ..pip pips and carryon ..😎😁

  • @garrybeard7718
    @garrybeard7718 4 года назад +1

    Great big little shower looks good well done mate.👍🇬🇧🍺🤘😂🤣

  • @littlemisssunshine2931
    @littlemisssunshine2931 4 года назад +1

    Only thing that would worry me is how your red gas pipe seems to bend your gas connector on your heater slightly to the right when you attach it. Hope that doesn't start to leak over time.
    Otherwise great fit. I already have a spray hose head like the green one you have there so that will be one thing less to buy and as you said it has lots of spray patterns on it suitable for several uses.

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад

      Hello thank you for your feedback and concern please don’t worry it’s a flexible fitting and I don’t leave it connected all the time only connected when I’m actually going to use the shower but you are absolutely rite I did cut the gas pipe a little shorter than it could have been the sprayer is fantastic it’s working out really well thanks again and good luck with your build 👍🤓👍

  • @ChrisCorkPhotography
    @ChrisCorkPhotography Год назад +1

    Great video, enjoying your content

  • @jamjars6935
    @jamjars6935 4 года назад

    Thumbnail for video looked good

  • @mickwhitney922
    @mickwhitney922 4 года назад +1

    Nice one mel I'm getting one 👌 👍

  • @johnclinton5617
    @johnclinton5617 4 года назад +1

    Great vid mate could you tell me the size of your gas quick connection mate that's a great idea cheers

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад +1

      Thank you I did put a link in the description for the gas fittings I think they are 8mm 👍😊👍

  • @puffyjet
    @puffyjet 4 года назад +1

    Hi mel a great video really informative and entertaining as well great stuff and what a great bit of kit , for the money only one draw back I could hear the water pump in Dover lol , only joking I really enjoy your videos keep up the good work . Keep on keeping on Kevbo

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад

      Thank you For the positive message really appreciated 👍😊👍

  • @vanmandave9443
    @vanmandave9443 4 года назад +1

    Just purchased one with your link love from bonnie scotland.

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад

      Thank you so much really appreciated 👍😊👍

  • @lindamassey5305
    @lindamassey5305 4 года назад +1

    really liked this video.were do you come up with these great ideas.and you make me laugh thanks Mel.I be watching.from Dubuque Iowa

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад

      Thank you Linda that’s very kind of you to say I really appreciate you taking the time to comment I just make it up as I go 👍🤓👍

  • @ROUTEPLANNERPAUL
    @ROUTEPLANNERPAUL 4 года назад +1

    Brilliant Mel looks awesome 👍

  • @MHUK-Matt
    @MHUK-Matt 4 года назад +1

    Nice one Mel! Was going to order one of these, got it in my watch list but thought it was going to be a load of pony for 65 nicker. Ill use your link when I buy it and tell them Mel sent me! Cheers!! Great video ;)

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад +1

      Thank you matt I was really surprised how well it works I’m going to install it probably with Chequerd plate behind it before I use it thank you for using my link that’s really appreciated 👍😊👍

  • @doramather4729
    @doramather4729 4 года назад +1

    Check mate Murphy vedio on building a simple curtain for the back of you van door while showering. Simple buts works great with your shower design.

  • @WhipperdeetsAdventures
    @WhipperdeetsAdventures 4 года назад +1

    Wow think that’s a bargain for £65 :) seems to work well and worth getting that might be a good idea for me to wash my whips if they get dirty with that :) aww bless little kitty inspection on your handy work :) your van looking amazing every time I see it ;) it’s a beautiful little home. Always love your outtakes :) have been a massive inspiration watching your van build :) 😊

    • @WhipperdeetsAdventures
      @WhipperdeetsAdventures 4 года назад +1

      Thank you loads for showing the water pipe work:)

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад +1

      You’re absolutely welcome I did promise you I would 👍😊👍

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад +1

      Thank you and yes I’m super excited to use it 👍😊👍

    • @WhipperdeetsAdventures
      @WhipperdeetsAdventures 4 года назад

      Mel’s Van World hopefully I could do mine soon :)

  • @anothercampervanchannel
    @anothercampervanchannel 4 года назад +1

    From a land far, far away..lol. Ha ha, great thumbnail. You were just missing your shower cap though 😆😉👍

  • @UKvet246
    @UKvet246 4 года назад +1

    Brilliant I've got one it's still in the box another job that needs doing

  • @ryrobson22
    @ryrobson22 3 года назад +1

    Great vid! Do you know if this water heater meets the regulations for reclassifying a van as a campervan in the UK?

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  3 года назад

      I’m not sure it is required to have a water heater 👍

  • @richard8241
    @richard8241 3 года назад +1

    Thanks. What size pump are you using please ?

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  3 года назад +1

      In the description you see links to all thats used in this video

  • @Davejohnpeel
    @Davejohnpeel 4 года назад +1

    Hi Mel, I'd you take the tap off, wrap it with ptfe tape then screw it back on youll be able to position it to point down at your choice.. How I do them as a plumber

  • @johnvickers5750
    @johnvickers5750 4 года назад +1

    Look a good un! However, don't wish to be negative but I take it you've checked gas regs as I was told you can't fit a quick connect to the vans internal installation only too exterior appliance gas bottles such as bbq's, stoves etc.

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад

      Hi yes you’re probably rite well it is sort of outside I’ll not be using it with the doors closed that’s for sure 👍😂👍

  • @wayne1243
    @wayne1243 4 года назад +4

    Great job till the wind blows and the shower curtain wants to be your close friend 😂

  • @timmydizzle1
    @timmydizzle1 4 года назад +1

    You can get shower heads for about £20 that the tiny holes in the head giving you a higher pressure using less water, they have “water softening beads” in them too

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад +1

      Oh a friend of mine had one and it lights up too 👍😊👍

    • @timmydizzle1
      @timmydizzle1 4 года назад

      Mine doesn’t have the lights, less to go wrong

  • @MyScallan
    @MyScallan 3 года назад +1

    Hi Mel, great video. Can I ask, how has the unit help up over time? Still going strong? Any problems? Thanks.

  • @carolineholding3059
    @carolineholding3059 4 года назад +1

    Good morning Mel, I was just wondering what you used to connect the gas connection to your gas pipe. I can see a black pipe to the quick connect attatchment but not sure what it is. Many thanks x

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад +1

      Good evening the black pipe is just flexible 8mm gas pipe off my camping stove the green is the pipe that came with the outside tape kit think it’s 12mm hope this helps thank you for the positive comments 👍😊👍

    • @carolineholding3059
      @carolineholding3059 4 года назад

      Once again thank you very much x

  • @robertcairns8572
    @robertcairns8572 4 года назад +1

    hi Mel looks good but sounds bit on the loud side for me but happy showering. rob

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад

      Thank you rob yes I think I need to invest in a better pump 👍😊👍

  • @handsomesteve2131
    @handsomesteve2131 4 года назад +1

    Very impressed, so much so that I followed the link straight away and ordered one for my van as well. So if it turns out to be a turd box your to blame!!😉

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад

      Thank you I think you will be impressed 👍😊👍

  • @tilly1950
    @tilly1950 4 года назад +1

    Mel . Great job well done ! ! Robbie U K

  • @DADEok
    @DADEok 3 года назад +1

    Brilliant video... thinking of getting one myself. Question if you don't mind. Is the water flow from the 12v pump sufficient that the water doesn't get too hot for a shower? A few models I've seen videos for complain that the boiler is so efficient at heating the water that it's too hot and using the dials on the boiler don't reduce the heat enough to allow it to be used for showering.

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  3 года назад +1

      Mine is working perfectly fine it’s a 6lt model

  • @ROUTEPLANNERPAUL
    @ROUTEPLANNERPAUL 4 года назад +1

    I had the same problem with that tap. But it works.

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад

      There great 👍 I’ll think about getting a washer for it 👍😊👍

  • @135leathers5
    @135leathers5 3 года назад +1

    Great vid Mel, can you please tell me what is the gas connector at the heater please and size? Cheers bud

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  3 года назад +1

      Thank you it’s 3/4 to 1/2 I think 🤔 anyway it came with the unit 👍🤓

    • @135leathers5
      @135leathers5 3 года назад

      @@BigVanSmallWorld awesome thank you !! Will copy same set up for my camper so kudos there bud !

  • @SACREDTRAVELLER
    @SACREDTRAVELLER 4 года назад +1

    Great video Mel. Love the little shower, I hope you have many happy showers now! I really like how you’ve thought about the safety of the gas inside the locker too. Cute cat helping you out fit the tap too 🐱🐱🐱 xx

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад

      Thank you that’s really kind of you to say 👍😊👍🍻

  • @adrianlusty5409
    @adrianlusty5409 3 года назад +1

    Hi Mel. What size is the quick release fitting for your gas water heater please

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  3 года назад

      The water is standard garden hose the gas link in the description 👍

  • @keltic_nomad
    @keltic_nomad 4 года назад +1

    7.06 Mel does hot coffee work on the pipes as well❓gas alarm under your bed be careful on Indian curries or baked beans😁good vlog Mel

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад

      Haha thank you I’ll be careful don’t worry 👍😂👍

  • @donner101
    @donner101 3 года назад +1

    Can I make suggestion? That is to give yourself the water first, meaning run the shower head water into a basin then use the basin full of water with a jug and pour the water over yourself . This way you are only using the water that makes contact with your body and not running most of it off down the drain or on the floor. Also you wont waste water running it off to try to get the temp right you just have to collect the water in the basin and it can run a bit hot and then a bit cold as long as the end result is a basin full of water a good temp to get washed in. This is also better when you just want to wash your hair because you can wash it over the basin and save more water that way. Edit: Ah I didn't watch all the way to the end when you changed the shower head for an on off one. Anyway it was just a suggestion and could work for someone else.

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  3 года назад

      That’s spot on and exactly how I wash inside the van in winter I’ll have to make a video all about it and what I use 👍😊👍

  • @kevinhughes9801
    @kevinhughes9801 4 года назад +1

    Excellent video

  • @in-the-vanpeter5157
    @in-the-vanpeter5157 4 года назад +2

    Shower curtain idea I use a curtain with magnets that simply stick on the doors and no gaps. Great shower this is also great for outside kitchen etc
    And for £65 seems a real bargain . Thank you 😊 please NO live showering demonstrations

  • @justinsmith6296
    @justinsmith6296 4 года назад +1

    Thanks Mel that thumbnail just put me right off my tea lol

  • @leswatson9111
    @leswatson9111 4 года назад +1

    way to go Mel, my van's going to cost a
    fortune with all these gadgets
    Les

  • @claywalker2938
    @claywalker2938 4 года назад

    From a land far far away - You get Bat Flu - so be careful if there are any bats in the box - We already know you've got bats in your belfry Mel - Keep safe and well mate - Best wishes Clay.

  • @weing1037
    @weing1037 4 года назад +1

    Mel, do you recommend the LPG shower you have installed? If so, can you share the link please?

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад +1

      Absolutely brilliant I’m going to fit one in Rebeccas van too you will find a link in the description of this video also in my Amazon store 👍😊👍

  • @leoharris3260
    @leoharris3260 4 года назад +1

    Really enjoyed that video Mel, any chance you could show us the connection to the gas bottle do you need a regulator or anything like that.

  • @transittravels5763
    @transittravels5763 3 года назад +1

    Looks great mate! What size gas bottle is it your using in this video? Cheers Mel

  • @Ian-yn9uh
    @Ian-yn9uh 4 года назад +1

    Hi Mel, if you added a flue to the top of this heater with a roof or wall vent, could the unit be used inside with the van doors closed?

  • @johncunningham1498
    @johncunningham1498 4 года назад +1

    Sorry mel meant to say i know your always up front with costs of materials and accessories bought, in video pump seems noisy? Have u thought of fitting bobbins, runbber insulators that should help with noise and vibrations? We use them on landrovers, if u think they would be helpful let me know i will send u 4 which should help with above, all the best john

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад

      Thank you that’s really appreciated

    • @johncunningham1498
      @johncunningham1498 4 года назад

      Let me know how i can contact you mel, we use these on ace pipes which hold pressure for the active damping on corners, i will sent pic with dimensions they will bring pump out by approx 30mm and have screw thread either side to secure

  • @lackofdubs5975
    @lackofdubs5975 4 года назад

    "This action is turned off for content that is made for children" everytime I try press the bell icon on your channel mate

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад

      Ted Winchurch do you mean the notifications bell ? Thanks for letting me know

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад

      hay Ted can you try and unsubscribe then re-subscribe and then try the notification bell let me please let me know if this works thank you

    • @lackofdubs5975
      @lackofdubs5975 4 года назад

      @@BigVanSmallWorld fixed i think. Cheers 👍

  • @simonsimpson4695
    @simonsimpson4695 3 года назад +1

    Hi Mel, coming to fit my pump I realized that the thread on the pump inlet and outlet is an odd size and I'm struggling to find fittings to adapt it to normal 1/2 Inch pipe. I see you have some little blue adapters on yours. Can you say what size they are and where you got them?

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  3 года назад

      If you look in the description of this video all the pipe I used is there it’s john guest good luck with your build

    • @simonsimpson4695
      @simonsimpson4695 3 года назад

      @@BigVanSmallWorld Hi Mel, thanks so much for your help but the link goes to John Guest semi rigid pipe. So I now understand that you used John Guest pipe to the little compression fittings on the pump and the so they look like little adapters but aren't. The pipe being coincidentally the same colour as the compression fittings made them appear to be integrated seen from a distance. I've now bought a Shurflo pump tho which has a filter etc and standard barbs included.

  • @andydavidson
    @andydavidson 4 года назад +1

    how do you think it would work with a gravity fed water supply?

  • @carolineholding3059
    @carolineholding3059 4 года назад +2

    Also where can you get the green pipe from? x

  • @dieselbushcraft1299
    @dieselbushcraft1299 4 года назад +1

    Try wrapping a load of PTFE tape around that tap to see if that will help with the tightened angle of the tap.
    It’s a great idea but what was making all that racket?

  • @williamsommerville2725
    @williamsommerville2725 4 года назад +1

    Hi mate just got a lwb transit with twin batteries under the seat can I yous one for my electrics in the camper I am building

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад +1

      I had one like this with 2 battery’s I still fitted a split charge and leisure battery as didn’t want to risk my main battery going flat good luck with your build 👍😊👍

    • @williamsommerville2725
      @williamsommerville2725 4 года назад +1

      @@BigVanSmallWorld OK mate thank mite has split charger in by Ford do I need a special controller for solar or will any one do

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад

      Just get the best one your budget will go to good luck 😉

    • @williamsommerville2725
      @williamsommerville2725 4 года назад

      @@BigVanSmallWorld OK thank

  • @peterdavies7828
    @peterdavies7828 4 года назад +1

    Great vid mate you da man 😂👍

  • @weing1037
    @weing1037 4 года назад +1

    Hi Mel, a quick question - how do you connect tap for your shower to the 12mm John Guest pipe? ?.

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад

      I just slipped the pip that came with the tap kit over it and secured it with jubilee clips 👍

  • @warty5007
    @warty5007 4 года назад +1

    Brilliant

  • @MrDickydribble
    @MrDickydribble 4 года назад +1

    Mel, can i run one of these showers using a 12v whale pump instead of the pump you are using?

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 года назад

      I don’t know if you would get enough flow 🤷‍♂️