I've got a M716 that I'm going to build into a camping trailer. I'd like to use it during elk/deer hunting season in Colorado - which means freezing temps in the mountains.
One Turtleback trailer review mentioned that the water heater could be used to keep the trailers water from freezing.
Has anyone documented a build for this? I haven't found one yet and I'd really like to.
If I don't find an example to work with, then I suppose I'll just have to build it.
I'm thinking of something like:
One Turtleback trailer review mentioned that the water heater could be used to keep the trailers water from freezing.
Has anyone documented a build for this? I haven't found one yet and I'd really like to.
If I don't find an example to work with, then I suppose I'll just have to build it.
I'm thinking of something like:
- a 30-45 gallon tank. Yes that's alot of water but I almost always have to put out some idiots unattended camp fire.
- extra water return line that could circulate heated water back into the main tank.
- Tankless propane water heater - need to do some research here
- Insulated cabinet with the water lines, pump - Rigid foam on all sides
- Custom h2o thermostat to control water temp - and probably to circulate water through the pipes to prevent freezups.
- Bonus: Air blow out valve to remove water from exposed lines for extreme cold/travel (think kitchen faucet)
- Tank heating pad for shore power/towing - Like https://www.etrailer.com/RV-Fresh-Water/LaSalle-Bristol/277-000164.html