Transforming A Campervan to the ultimate Recreational vehicle Time to instal a luxury shower

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  • čas přidán 24. 08. 2024
  • Watch As We Turn A Campervan Into The Ultimate RV With A Brand New Shower Install!
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Komentáře • 98

  • @BigVanSmallWorld
    @BigVanSmallWorld  Před měsícem

    Check out Bluetti's amazing sale shrsl.com/4lvc8
    Everything i use in my camper van you will find here in my Amazon Store www.amazon.co.uk/shop/melsvanworld
    this is an affiliate link so every time you make a purchase i make a small commission good news it doesn't cost you any extra but it helps me to continue to make these videos.
    thank you.

  • @Chrissywalters
    @Chrissywalters Před 12 dny +1

    'Steampunk-oceanic-scandi'. Sounds interesting! 😄 Can't wait to see how it turns out! 😃

  • @alangrobnik1769
    @alangrobnik1769 Před měsícem +7

    Mel as a plumber please please use ct1 silicone it's the best on market use that for sealing all joints and no leaks ever again

  • @kinross24
    @kinross24 Před měsícem +6

    What about water run towards your drain trap? Especially if not parked on the level? Should you not have a well tilted and bevelled tray to assist with water running to the drain hole?

  • @zack9633
    @zack9633 Před měsícem +4

    Hey there! How's the shower project coming along? Just a heads-up about the shower tray-make sure it slopes well so water doesn't just hang out there like it's waiting for a bus. You definitely don't want a mini swimming pool in your bathroom!
    By the way, that tanking membrane is pure magic. Apply it three times and bam! You've got yourself a waterproof fortress. No leaks, no drama.
    About the shower ceiling-Becky will love it, but you might need to do a little knee-bending to get that shower head in just the right spot for you. Personally, I turned my wooden floor into a shower tray to keep that precious headroom intact-it's a game-changer.
    Oh, and about the drain-straight to the street, no biggie. Totally legal, just like washing your car curb-side. Who knew plumbing could be so street-smart?
    Keep up the great work-I'm sure your shower's going to be legendary!

  • @wrightfamily4373
    @wrightfamily4373 Před měsícem +4

    A friend had a issue with height in shower he put a skylight in the shower cubicle he put a second shower head to mount in the sky light not only did this give extra height it gave ventilation for moisture to leave.

  • @johnshaw4140
    @johnshaw4140 Před měsícem +1

    Looking great Mel , we've got a Bluetti here in Ukraine to keep us going between power cuts

  • @carltonthorne2472
    @carltonthorne2472 Před měsícem +3

    loved this edit of shower cubical its not a negative comment just the power cables near the shower trap be better up higher away from trap thanks in advance

  • @stum8374
    @stum8374 Před měsícem +1

    Hi mel DONT tee off for the sink,if you have room i would run 4 lines especially
    when the pipes are hidden just encase off any leaks.....no matter how good joints are they MIGHT leak and the time and trouble ur taking it would be a shame to rip it apart just for a water leak....better safe than sorry.😊😊

  • @El-Tel63-Terry.
    @El-Tel63-Terry. Před měsícem +1

    Mel, maybe look into the sealer that is CT1 ... It's taken the building trade by storm. It really is the ultimate.

  • @anfieldroadlayoutintheloft5204

    good see you put vid out on channel of the van build or you on travels keep up the vlogs you do thanks lee

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  Před měsícem

      Thank you for the positive feedback really appreciated 👍🤓👍

  • @jansweeney1333
    @jansweeney1333 Před měsícem +1

    Mel your doing a fantastic build...Q relating to electric ; DC to DC can I join a power station ie ( blueti etc) directly from the van battery, missing out a leisure battery . Tell Becky not to get too big a tattoo ! 👋🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  Před měsícem +1

      Hi Jan just incase you didn't get the last message x
      Yes you can use a VSR along with a DO50s DC Charging Enhancer shrsl.com/4mar4
      im using 3 of these in my sprinter one for each bluetti B230 Expansion Battery shrsl.com/4mark and one to the AC200Max shrsl.com/4marr
      I have all 3 connected to one VSR that is connected to my engine battery. hope this helps.Hi Jan yes you can use a VSR along with a DO50s DC Charging Enhancer shrsl.com/4mar4
      im using 3 of these in my sprinter one for each bluetti B230 Expansion Battery shrsl.com/4mark and one to the AC200Max shrsl.com/4marr
      I have all 3 connected to one VSR that is connected to my engine battery. hope this helps.

    • @jansweeney1333
      @jansweeney1333 Před měsícem +1

      @@BigVanSmallWorld thanx Mel for that info. 👋🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

  • @mathy210
    @mathy210 Před měsícem +4

    BLUETTI AC300 + B300 Home Battery Backup | 3,000W 3,072Wh was £850 down to £400

  • @karlmabe1649
    @karlmabe1649 Před měsícem +1

    Yes jack and rose like it

  • @baggiecamper
    @baggiecamper Před měsícem +3

    Mel be aware that running your high amperage cables in conduit derates their current carrying capability because they are more likely to overheat.

  • @nigelphillips9426
    @nigelphillips9426 Před měsícem +1

    I used dolphin board for my shower made a split door opening worked for the last 3 years only use a quality silicone

  • @Teamcampervan
    @Teamcampervan Před měsícem +1

    Hi Mel, i'm wondering how the water is going to drain away on a flat surfice ? Did you not consider using a forma to ensure good drainage, when you consider most motorhomes have two drains to accommodate uneven levels when parked up I think you might regret your shower tray design. Anyway thats just my thoughts, good luck with the rest of your build and thanks for all the entertainment / ammusement you provide us all.

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  Před měsícem

      Thank you for your concern I do hope that it works too

  • @SACREDTRAVELLER
    @SACREDTRAVELLER Před měsícem +2

    Woop woop, video!!! xx

  • @StephenPagani
    @StephenPagani Před měsícem +1

    Steampunk is awesome 😎👍🏻

  • @denisecafferky2248
    @denisecafferky2248 Před měsícem +2

    👍👍

  • @DaveTheDasher77
    @DaveTheDasher77 Před měsícem

    Looking great guys 🙏🙏

  • @DA11NOON
    @DA11NOON Před měsícem

    Great vlog Mel and it is looking good 👍
    Be safe guy's

  • @RicTokatic
    @RicTokatic Před měsícem +1

    @RicTokatic
    3 minutes ago
    Hello you Two - Absolutely love ALL your vids ~ a definite inspiration (speaking as someone who has problems using a hammer...) seriously though, have you made any of your wonderfully informative and abnormally amusing vids related to Becky’s Transit custom build? I would love to see how to install the underslung water tank(s) and electrical system. Any chance? Love you both.. xx

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  Před měsícem

      Yes I have made videos about water tanks thanks for the love 🤗👍

  • @mentalneil
    @mentalneil Před měsícem

    Awesome stuff Mel,

  • @garysmart7132
    @garysmart7132 Před měsícem +3

    What do they say Nothing like forward planning 😂

  • @trevorphillips7793
    @trevorphillips7793 Před měsícem +1

    Can you not put 3x2 other way to give yourself an inch may help you😮

  • @user-lw5vb4by1t
    @user-lw5vb4by1t Před měsícem +1

    Awrite Mel can I wire a maxxfan and light surround together into a 12v extension cable then connect into my bluetti ac180 as we opted out for full electrics as we only intend to use our van on weekends and feel the power bank suits our needs
    Cheers buddy
    Henry

  • @1433lowrider
    @1433lowrider Před měsícem +1

    Jst a thought Mel..does the vario sit slightly higher at the back, like most vans? If so, you may find yourself scooping the water with your foot towards the plughole whenever tou shower..

  • @garrystacey7018
    @garrystacey7018 Před měsícem +5

    Mal STOP don’t order the shower as you will not get under it not enough headroom. going to need a traditional shower. loving the videos, keep up the great great work.👍🏻🙈

    • @SACREDTRAVELLER
      @SACREDTRAVELLER Před měsícem +2

      its all perfect and he fits well under it as it has an adjustable height and tilting shower head.

    • @SACREDTRAVELLER
      @SACREDTRAVELLER Před měsícem +1

      by the way, we didn't order that one in the end, all will be explained and revealed in the upcoming video, thanks for your concern! ;)

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  Před měsícem +1

      It’s all good 👍

    •  Před měsícem

      No good saying "Mal stop" he won't listen, probably cos he's called MEL...

  • @rogerwileman9965
    @rogerwileman9965 Před měsícem +2

    I hope you used marine ply I think you should have sealed the back ??

  • @petemoring67
    @petemoring67 Před měsícem +1

    Turning into a 'proper' little Chippie now EH Mel?? 🤠

  • @Flossy_tops
    @Flossy_tops Před měsícem +4

    Please share what software are you using ?… after each video you appear to be getting younger & younger. You’re not related to Benjamin Button are you🤣

  • @skysantana3178
    @skysantana3178 Před měsícem +1

    Mel problem shower head won’t be ideal because of the height of the floor which needs to be lower and what about the run off angle for the water to run to the drain?

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  Před měsícem +1

      I didn’t order the one in the video after all as you say it wouldn’t have been possible so I have a different one now as for runoff it depends if I’m parked on a slope or not 👍

  • @madetinsheffield
    @madetinsheffield Před měsícem

    Mel check out the new bluetti D40 DC to DC charger 12v 30amp output

  • @keithchad661
    @keithchad661 Před měsícem +1

    shame you couldnt have the shower under that big hole you had in the roof

  • @Flossy_tops
    @Flossy_tops Před měsícem +3

    What runoff angle have you got on the shower floor?

    • @jayyelland8289
      @jayyelland8289 Před měsícem +1

      Park on a lil slope I guess 🤔

    • @Flossy_tops
      @Flossy_tops Před měsícem

      @@jayyelland8289 you can’t beat a back up plan 😉🤣

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  Před měsícem

      Depends on how steep the hill is that I’m parked on 😂👍

  • @munkehpower
    @munkehpower Před měsícem

    framing is to build a wall, ply lining is to clad it

  • @Cheekymonkey1
    @Cheekymonkey1 Před měsícem

    Good night becky and Mel I love watching your videos of you and your building your new campervan I hope you are all well and enjoying your building your new campervan please keep up the good work up on your videos on your you tube channel please keep safe and warm i sent you a comment on beckys you tube channel 2 weeks ago I had no reply back

  • @cloudchaser2125
    @cloudchaser2125 Před měsícem +1

    You had better stop that order for the shower head, as that's not going to fit. It's a over head shower head.
    Also doesn't a shower tray slight declines towards the waste so no water is pooling.
    Edited once again to say I am enjoying the build alot, keep up the hard work... It will be great.

    • @SACREDTRAVELLER
      @SACREDTRAVELLER Před měsícem +1

      yeah we know and all have it in hand, next video will be explained further as we changed our plans yet again.

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  Před měsícem +1

      Thank you for the positive feedback really appreciated I didn’t go for that one in the end found a better one as pictured in the thumbnail as for drainage it all depends on how I’m parked up when using the shower 👍

  • @tonydean1262
    @tonydean1262 Před měsícem

    Mel i presume that you have thought about runoff when you tank it

  • @jimrodda
    @jimrodda Před měsícem +1

    Bluetti offer until the 31st of January?

  • @wendy8026
    @wendy8026 Před měsícem

    Mel, please help, i am looking for the Mercedes diagnostic tool you use for your van, and for the life of me cant see it on your Amazon list

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  Před měsícem

      I use this scanner to keep my sprinter running and on the road
      iCarsoft Professional Multi-System Auto Diagnostic Tool
      amzn.to/3Ly6JgQ
      US amzn.to/32IPAPj
      good luck

    • @wendy8026
      @wendy8026 Před měsícem

      @@BigVanSmallWorld Thank you so much ))

  • @vinnylee878
    @vinnylee878 Před měsícem +2

    Captain nemo 20k leagues under the sea,that's very steam punk

  • @train8459
    @train8459 Před měsícem

    doesnt that shower head you have ordered need to be above your head only you was worried about head room?

  • @anthonyellis1409
    @anthonyellis1409 Před měsícem

    Don't say that mel cuz it sank.

  • @robinbean6716
    @robinbean6716 Před měsícem

    Showers are ok in a van but just remember when you park up ,if the van is sloping wrong your in trouble your water will do as it wants ,.ppl seam to forget its not a shower in a house ,,,lol your van is never on the level 100% ,,just something else to think about when you pake up i fou d thus out the hard way , more trouble then thay are worth ,, good content again mel nice one

  • @jimnyjolly278
    @jimnyjolly278 Před měsícem +1

    You do need a shower Mel.

    • @SACREDTRAVELLER
      @SACREDTRAVELLER Před měsícem

      we had one in our last van too, but it was outside, so not always pleasant in the winter and also not always possible if stealth camping.

  • @Bugs1953
    @Bugs1953 Před měsícem +2

    Can’t quite see what’s going to be luxurious about a vario.

    • @SACREDTRAVELLER
      @SACREDTRAVELLER Před měsícem +4

      The space and having a shower IS the luxury compared to what we’re used to 😂

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  Před měsícem +2

      Keep watching and you’ll see 👍