HOW TO Install shower in an RV Campervan

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  • @925KSHOP
    @925KSHOP 3 роки тому +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 роки тому

      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 🙏

  • @karljoseph7378
    @karljoseph7378 4 роки тому +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

  • @rdwilander
    @rdwilander 3 роки тому +1

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

  • @elaineblackburn2128
    @elaineblackburn2128 3 роки тому +1

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

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  3 роки тому

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

  • @stuartchapman5171
    @stuartchapman5171 Рік тому +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.

  • @Angel-hl8uz
    @Angel-hl8uz 4 роки тому +1

    You make building campers fun😅

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 роки тому

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

    • @Angel-hl8uz
      @Angel-hl8uz 4 роки тому

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

  • @alanmay1945
    @alanmay1945 4 роки тому +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.

  • @Leatherkid01
    @Leatherkid01 4 роки тому +1

    Nice water heater instal 👍🏼

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 роки тому

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

  • @ToniReviews
    @ToniReviews 3 роки тому +1

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

  • @mlgs26
    @mlgs26 4 роки тому +3

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

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 роки тому +1

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

  • @vandolife3223
    @vandolife3223 2 роки тому +1

    Great video! You make everything look so easy 👍

  • @alanmay1945
    @alanmay1945 4 роки тому +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 роки тому

      Thank you that’s really appreciated 👍😊👍

  • @feralfreebirds
    @feralfreebirds 4 роки тому +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 роки тому

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

    • @feralfreebirds
      @feralfreebirds 4 роки тому

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

  • @delzprojects2573
    @delzprojects2573 4 роки тому +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 роки тому +1

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

  • @WearAway
    @WearAway 4 роки тому +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 роки тому +1

      Thanks I just got some Chequerd plate 👍😊👍

    • @WearAway
      @WearAway 4 роки тому

      @@BigVanSmallWorld good lad 😜💙❤

  • @sunnydaze6974
    @sunnydaze6974 4 роки тому +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 ;)

  • @MrWalbudri
    @MrWalbudri 2 роки тому +1

    Brilliant video Mel.. thanks for sharing fella

  • @DUB-sential
    @DUB-sential 4 роки тому +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 роки тому +1

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

  • @tonytca9439
    @tonytca9439 4 роки тому +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 роки тому

      Good advice thank you 😊

    • @ashleyburton8605
      @ashleyburton8605 4 роки тому +2

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

  • @Troy72472
    @Troy72472 4 роки тому +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 роки тому +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 👍🤓👍

  • @derykmacleod4979
    @derykmacleod4979 4 роки тому +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 роки тому

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

  • @salsan2946
    @salsan2946 4 роки тому +1

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

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 роки тому

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

  • @mrcamper5211
    @mrcamper5211 4 роки тому +1

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

  • @ashy1423
    @ashy1423 4 роки тому +1

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

  • @johnlong3214
    @johnlong3214 4 роки тому +1

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

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 роки тому

      Thank you for your positive feedback really appreciated 👍😊👍

  • @livingthedreambuildingthedream
    @livingthedreambuildingthedream 4 роки тому +1

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

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 роки тому

      You’re absolutely welcome go for it 👍😊👍

  • @littlemisssunshine2931
    @littlemisssunshine2931 4 роки тому +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 роки тому

      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 👍🤓👍

  • @David_11111
    @David_11111 4 роки тому +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 роки тому

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

  • @alanthomson108
    @alanthomson108 4 роки тому +1

    Keep it simple keep it safe 👍

  • @David_11111
    @David_11111 4 роки тому +1

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

  • @Michael-m4y
    @Michael-m4y 4 роки тому +1

    Hi Mel use PTFE tape to set position of tap

  • @thinkfirst9464
    @thinkfirst9464 4 роки тому +1

    Great vid Mel cheap n cheerful, simple and works.

  • @carloknuwer1026
    @carloknuwer1026 4 роки тому +1

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

  • @Pugwash.
    @Pugwash. 4 роки тому +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 роки тому

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

  • @simondolywern55
    @simondolywern55 4 роки тому +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 роки тому

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

  • @Raf-zu5le
    @Raf-zu5le 4 роки тому +1

    Well impressed Mel. I love these gadgets you find 👍

  • @bobm130
    @bobm130 4 роки тому +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

  • @nett0.
    @nett0. 4 роки тому +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 роки тому +1

      Good idea thank you 😊 👍

    • @nett0.
      @nett0. 4 роки тому

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

  • @MichaelofEngland
    @MichaelofEngland 4 роки тому +1

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

  • @patrickjobling8676
    @patrickjobling8676 4 роки тому +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 ..😎😁

  • @BernardChestney
    @BernardChestney 4 роки тому +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 роки тому

      Thank you for the positive feedback really appreciated 👍😊👍

  • @stephenb5560
    @stephenb5560 4 роки тому +2

    Good stuff, many will copy I think.

  • @dockerandy
    @dockerandy 4 роки тому +1

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

  • @ourvanviv8858
    @ourvanviv8858 4 роки тому +1

    Excellent, really good value for money that kit

  • @ChrisCorkPhotography
    @ChrisCorkPhotography Рік тому +1

    Great video, enjoying your content

  • @puffyjet
    @puffyjet 4 роки тому +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 роки тому

      Thank you For the positive message really appreciated 👍😊👍

  • @mickwhitney922
    @mickwhitney922 4 роки тому +1

    Nice one mel I'm getting one 👌 👍

  • @doramather4729
    @doramather4729 4 роки тому +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.

  • @MHUK-Matt
    @MHUK-Matt 4 роки тому +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 роки тому +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 👍😊👍

  • @jamjars6935
    @jamjars6935 4 роки тому

    Thumbnail for video looked good

  • @nickhigson7540
    @nickhigson7540 4 роки тому +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 роки тому +1

      Thank you and good luck with your build 👍😊👍

  • @lindamassey5305
    @lindamassey5305 4 роки тому +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 роки тому

      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 👍🤓👍

  • @SACREDTRAVELLER
    @SACREDTRAVELLER 4 роки тому +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 роки тому

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

  • @johnvickers5750
    @johnvickers5750 4 роки тому +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 роки тому

      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 👍😂👍

  • @malcolmrowe5031
    @malcolmrowe5031 4 роки тому +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 роки тому +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 👍😂👍🍻

  • @johnclinton5617
    @johnclinton5617 4 роки тому +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 роки тому +1

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

  • @marks-0-0
    @marks-0-0 4 роки тому +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 роки тому

      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 👍😊👍

  • @vanmandave9443
    @vanmandave9443 4 роки тому +1

    Just purchased one with your link love from bonnie scotland.

  • @leejones6579
    @leejones6579 4 роки тому +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 роки тому

      Thanks Lee I’ll google them 👍

    • @tonytca9439
      @tonytca9439 4 роки тому +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.

  • @ROUTEPLANNERPAUL
    @ROUTEPLANNERPAUL 4 роки тому +1

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

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 роки тому

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

  • @tilly1950
    @tilly1950 4 роки тому +1

    Mel . Great job well done ! ! Robbie U K

  • @garrybeard7718
    @garrybeard7718 4 роки тому +1

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

  • @Davejohnpeel
    @Davejohnpeel 4 роки тому +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

  • @anothercampervanchannel
    @anothercampervanchannel 4 роки тому +1

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

  • @ROUTEPLANNERPAUL
    @ROUTEPLANNERPAUL 4 роки тому +1

    Brilliant Mel looks awesome 👍

  • @WhipperdeetsAdventures
    @WhipperdeetsAdventures 4 роки тому +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 :) 😊

  • @timmydizzle1
    @timmydizzle1 4 роки тому +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 роки тому +1

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

    • @timmydizzle1
      @timmydizzle1 4 роки тому

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

  • @keltic_nomad
    @keltic_nomad 4 роки тому +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 роки тому

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

  • @UKvet246
    @UKvet246 4 роки тому +1

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

  • @135leathers5
    @135leathers5 3 роки тому +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 роки тому +1

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

    • @135leathers5
      @135leathers5 3 роки тому

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

  • @leoharris3260
    @leoharris3260 4 роки тому +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.

  • @handsomesteve2131
    @handsomesteve2131 4 роки тому +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 роки тому

      Thank you I think you will be impressed 👍😊👍

  • @donner101
    @donner101 3 роки тому +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 роки тому

      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 👍😊👍

  • @robertcairns8572
    @robertcairns8572 4 роки тому +1

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

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 роки тому

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

  • @johncunningham1498
    @johncunningham1498 4 роки тому +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 роки тому

      Thank you that’s really appreciated

    • @johncunningham1498
      @johncunningham1498 4 роки тому

      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

  • @transittravels5763
    @transittravels5763 3 роки тому +1

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

  • @ryrobson22
    @ryrobson22 3 роки тому +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 роки тому

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

  • @kevinhughes9801
    @kevinhughes9801 4 роки тому +1

    Excellent video

  • @MyScallan
    @MyScallan 3 роки тому +1

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

  • @adrianlusty5409
    @adrianlusty5409 3 роки тому +1

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

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  3 роки тому

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

  • @DADEok
    @DADEok 3 роки тому +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 роки тому +1

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

  • @carolineholding3059
    @carolineholding3059 4 роки тому +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 роки тому +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 роки тому

      Once again thank you very much x

  • @wayne-world
    @wayne-world 4 роки тому +4

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

  • @richard8241
    @richard8241 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks. What size pump are you using please ?

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  3 роки тому +1

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

  • @Ian-yn9uh
    @Ian-yn9uh 4 роки тому +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?

  • @justinsmith6296
    @justinsmith6296 4 роки тому +1

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

  • @David_11111
    @David_11111 4 роки тому +1

    yea

  • @leswatson9111
    @leswatson9111 4 роки тому +1

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

  • @carolineholding3059
    @carolineholding3059 4 роки тому +2

    Also where can you get the green pipe from? x

  • @in-the-vanpeter5157
    @in-the-vanpeter5157 4 роки тому +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

  • @claywalker6013
    @claywalker6013 4 роки тому

    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.

  • @Whisgers
    @Whisgers 4 роки тому +1

    P.T.F.E Tape on thread of tap to secure properly to backplate!

  • @13yearsaprepperr.jtilbury.51
    @13yearsaprepperr.jtilbury.51 4 роки тому +1

    great vid Mel as a rule I use a 8mm socket on hose clamps buddy I have stabbed myself so many times with a screwdriver doing them up also did you spray your gas fittings with soapy water ,,,, Cheers Rob

  • @donnysweekendvanlifetravel7854
    @donnysweekendvanlifetravel7854 2 роки тому

    Hi Mel can you tell me the hight and width please as I have limited space on my doors due to rear windows please all the best donny

  • @anothercampervanchannel
    @anothercampervanchannel 4 роки тому +1

    Oh can you put a link to the gas alarm please? I've only seen devices which have a long pokey thing on which needs to be turned on and runs on batteries...🤔

  • @dieselbushcraft1299
    @dieselbushcraft1299 4 роки тому +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?

  • @grf1426
    @grf1426 4 роки тому +1

    If you mounted it internally I assume you would have to vent the exhaust to the outside?

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 роки тому

      Yes you would 👍

    • @tonytca9439
      @tonytca9439 4 роки тому

      Technically no but actually YES. Many of these smaller 6L heaters have a label on the front which states " Please make sure the ROOM is well ventilated before use" So you have to do some calcs 6L = 12kw of gas on full power but its only on for no more than 5 mins,. A double stove burner is 2kw plus 3 kw = 5kw plus oven 2kw = 7kw left all on for an hour unvented direct into the van to cook a sunday roast. The amount of nasty gas stuff is magnitudes higher cooking a roast dinner than 5 mins of these heaters.
      So either open doors/windows or turn your max fan on full. Now understand it wont pass any gas inspections as in the last 20 years van appliances must be vented outside. Many years ago caravan gas fires were unvented direct in to the van and people slept with those things long before CO alarms were invented. Of course now you back this up with a CO alarm.
      SO YES you can use these in a van with common sense and others and myself run mine inside van shower with this heaters. Mine is installed under the kitchen worktop and protruded 1" above the worktop cut out mounted on the shower wall. Its fully plumbed in with copper with isolating valves on each pipe. If you buy the larger heaters 8L and 12L with a flue connection 16kw and 24kw is way too much without a proper flu in a van as this size is fitted to a house.

  • @weing1037
    @weing1037 4 роки тому +1

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

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  4 роки тому +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 👍😊👍

  • @thepurdychannel8866
    @thepurdychannel8866 4 роки тому +1

    My neighbour has just done a camper conversion

  • @rangeofhills
    @rangeofhills 3 роки тому +1

    Hi Mel.
    Is it the existing water pump thats making the noise or is there an internal pump in the boiler?

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  3 роки тому

      Thank you for the positive message the pump is my fresh water pump