On Board Hot Water Shower System

[TheJosh]

Thanks everyone, I will try to do a parts lists and get more pics of the routing when I Gerry my truck back. It's been in the body shop for 9 weeks now since I got T boned

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[Abitibi]

Just finished reading your post, well done!

As for freezing, it's not the tank that is so much the concern but the water left in your lines. since you have on-board air just use it to blow the water out... Your idea of re-circulation could work if you live in a warmer area or have AC access but electric heater and pump alone would drain a house battery pretty quick, especially the heater.

This is what I use for my shower head and it works great. There's a pressure control knob on the head itself and the head comes apart for easy cleaning (very rare option...). You won't need the 12v pump but at that price you can't go wrong...
http://www.ebay.com/itm/12V-DC-CAMP...451?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4d091c1263

Cheers
Mr. D

Ps. What filter did you use on your line, nice and small!

 

[sytfu510]

very cool! Great work! will have to reference this when I get around to it later this year.

 

[Abitibi]

Disregard my ps., I found what I was looking for
http://www.americanrvcompany.com/Shurflo-Fresh-Water-Pump-Strainers_c_1728.html

Cheers
Mr. D

 

[Abitibi]

I haven't heard of this particular UV filter but you might also consider Seagull IV, it's a bit more money but its been recognized for over 20 years in the marine industry. I got mine off eBay for $200 new...

http://www.amazon.com/Seagull-X-1F-...TF8&qid=1359737070&sr=8-4&keywords=Seagull+IV

Cheers
Mr. D

 

[dnorrell]

When you gather a parts list, please don't leave out the thermometer! I am planning a similar build for my Tacoma and I would love to know where you found that little gem. Cheers!

 

[TheJosh]

Hey guys sorry I havent checked the thread in a bit because my truck has been disabled for the past 6 months because of the accident.

If there is still interest I can compile a list of parts.


That uv seems promising. Anyone actually have it in there system?

 

[sytfu510]

I know it's been a while, but where did you get the heat exchanger from>?

 

[TheJosh]

I know it's been a while, but where did you get the heat exchanger from>?

I picked it up from cruiser outfitters

 

[sytfu510]

thanks.

 

[JLink]

This is a great thread! I'm really sorry to hear about the accident
I hope you get it up and running again soon and I hope you weren't hurt.

I bit of a suggestion I have for reducing flow in shower heads..
I've heard of taking milk jugs or soda bottles and cut a circle that fits in where the hose threads onto the shower head. (There's probably a rubber o ring in there). And cut a slit in the plastic and test to find a flow you like. Smaller hole, less flow. Bigger hole, more flow. You can also double up if you need too.

I'd be interested in a parts list with estimated prices.. This seems like an awesome upgrade to go with my new roof top tent!

 

[damienperu]

Hey guys sorry I havent checked the thread in a bit because my truck has been disabled for the past 6 months because of the accident.

If there is still interest I can compile a list of parts.

That uv seems promising. Anyone actually have it in there system?

I was thinking of a UV filter but haven't decided which, but yes i'd love your parts list as i'm redoing my helton system

 

[Waagman]

On Board Helton Hot Water System

Josh - Any updates on your setup? Thanks too for the YouTube video, awesome! I live down in L.A. and am up in San Ramon/Richmond often for work and have some friends that live in Walnut Creek. I'd like to come by some time and check out your install if you're willing! Let me know, thanks!

 

[Expedition.Report]

Awesome build thread!

 

[XTorrey]

LOVE the clean install on the rear bumper. Subscribed!