AWD Transit CLEAN PLUMBING and REAR SHOWER INSTALL! - Part 25

Hey Everyone, in this video, we install and do an overview of my plumbing setup and rear shower installation. Huge shout out to Northwest Conversions for partnering with me on this install/ video.
Remember to enjoy your Van!
Installation Resource:
Water Level Sensor/Guage Install: • Water Tank Level Senso...
FarOutRide Plumbing Install Guide: faroutride.com...
NW Conversations Water Tank Install: www.nwconversi...
Links to products used:
Build Partner: Northwest Conversions
- Bluetti AC200P: amzn.to/3Fstpuy
- Bluetti AC200MAX + Expansion Battery: amzn.to/3HdTHSF
- 20 Gallon Over the Wheel Well Water tank: www.nwconversi...
- 2.5 Gallon Water heater: amzn.to/3HG4Kom
- Flex Hose: amzn.to/3oNyAyD
- Hole Cover: amzn.to/3cwHHy4
- Hose Clips: amzn.to/3oNlpxM
- T-Barbed Fitting: amzn.to/3nzQNAu
- Pex Holder 1/2: amzn.to/3FyAp9G
- Shurflo Elbow Fitting: amzn.to/2Z4kXT0
- 1-1/2 x ½ Adaptor: amzn.to/3cLxL49
- Baking Tray: amzn.to/3qTUwed
- Water Detector: amzn.to/3kVRCBV
- Water Level Sensor: amzn.to/30Ji9eM
- Water Level Gauge: amzn.to/30Ji9eM
- Shower Sprayer: amzn.to/3x4KYOx
- Shower Pex Fitting: amzn.to/32jiHbT
- Water Inlet Filler: amzn.to/30JxVGp
- SEAFLO Water Pump: amzn.to/3CLTzHr
- SEAFLO Accumulator Tank: amzn.to/30JiMVG
- SEAFLO 1/2 Strainer: amzn.to/3qUULGa
- Pex Pipe Tool Kit: amzn.to/3cwPKLq
- Pex Cutting Tool: amzn.to/3oTvsRU
- Deburring Pex Tool: amzn.to/3cvq9SZ
- Nylon Flex Tubing: amzn.to/3CEjGQ9
- Blue Monster Thread Tape: amzn.to/3CAGgJN
- Sharkbite Elbow 1/2 Pex to 1/2 FNPT: amzn.to/3x4wm1G
- Sharkbite 1/2 Tee: amzn.to/3qV2mEj
- Sharkbite 1/2 Shutoff Valve: amzn.to/3DAdPwT
- Sharkbite 1/2 Elbow: amzn.to/3nwhZjI
- Sharkbite 1/2 Pex to 3/8: amzn.to/3x2Zw1c
- Sharkbite 1/2 Drain Valve: www.lowes.com/...
- Ruvati Sink: amzn.to/30dfk21
- Faucet: amzn.to/3dWODq3
- Soap Dispenser: amzn.to/3q4EeeH
- 5 gallon Gray Tank: amzn.to/3xvaJGn
- Hepvo Valve: amzn.to/3lGV2tw
- Swivel 90 deg Connector: amzn.to/3jzxhkf
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[@classof74]

The attention to detail is very apparent. I've seen your finished vid but will have to binge the full build. Very helpful!

[@davidbielski]

Great water system setup. Couple of suggestions: At 13:10, it's best not use the Teflon tape on the 3/8" connections. Those generally come with a dedicated gasket, and Teflon would interfere with the seal. Also, it's pretty handy to install a 6" access hatch to the tip of the tank. This makes cleaning and servicing the tank much easier. And if you do this in the beginning, it also makes getting the plastic shavings out easier. Otherwise really good approach!

[@this-is-slammin-549]

You really did a nice job on everything I’ve watch so far.

[@qiwang5]

so nice job, the plumber part is kind of professional!

[@RJGilman1967]

What a great tip about vacuuming thanks again.

[@ZillaYT]

Nice clean build, easy to modify.

[@joedifonzovanbuild]

Great job! I'll be borrowing a lot of your advice for my build!

[@ericvbmt]

Enjoying the build series, interested in the electrical I am planning on using the AC200 max.

[@futurebalance6134]

Nice work, I'll be using your links once my van is delivered by MB.

[@RichBuilt]

Thank you!

[@covecarpentry]

Good job, Rich.

[@jeffsteinmetz7188]

Again, great content. Very clean install. It looks much more serviceable than my install. Is that water heater just plumb and play?

[@RichBuilt]

Thanks Jeff. That’s right. It simply fills up with water and gets pressurized as part of the system.

[@danielramli7144]

Hi there! How is the water heater working for you? I'm curious about the power draw. Do you leave the water heater on at all times? Or do you turn it on before you need hot water? Great video!

[@pathollis9543]

Hi Rich!! Sorry I disappeared for a while! I' teach middle school science & when classes started up again... I disapeared

[@arl7138]

Nice, clean install

[@Chris-ut6eq]

Nicely done! And good job using the word escutcheon in a sentence, a very rarely used word so it's the word of the day! :)

[@thebg7532]

Very Nice Setup!! Thank you for sharing. Do you have DC to DC charging setup for your Bluetti AC200+ B230?

[@RichBuilt]

Thank you! Yup I’ll be incorporating that to the setup

[@thebg7532]

@@RichBuilt Cool!! 😊 I have AC200Max + 2x B230, and 400W Solar for my setup. We don’t have much sun here in Seattle so I need to figure out how to charge the Bluetti while driving. I’m thinking about using Victron DC - DC charger but not sure if this will work. Goal Zero implemented car integration kit for their products. I suggested to Bluetti, hopefully they will consider. Thanks again!! looking forward to your video about electrical.

[@noelpanilagao5597]

This is an awesome build thank you for your channel. First question which 20 gallon tank model is that? Is it the full wheel well cover sp-c-20 or is it the one that has an open end on one side sp-l-20. Second question are you going to do an electrical setup video? I really want to see your electrical set up I'm planning on using the bluetti system. Keep up the great work.

[@Anjan-0103]

can you use 3/4" pipe and connections rather than 1/2" pipe and fittings

[@jimharris8786]

Nice job!

[@davidse4486]

helpful thank you

[@tomle444]

How does your murphy bed stay up while you are driving? Are the 80/20 hand twist brakes strong enough to hold it up?

[@RichBuilt]

Tom, the bed will not stay up while driving. I’ll need to create another anchor point to do this.

[@jackjiang6318]

I did the same setup as Rich. But I used the 80/20 15 series. I always kept the bed up and had no problem. I been using for 6 month with no issue.

[@Cwunchy_dog]

What size is the pump?

[@jankirby]

Hey man, is the bluetti decent enough for your water heater?

[@RJGilman1967]

I am installing a Bosch electric water heater (similar) - do you know if they need to have a pressure gauge? Thanks.

[@RichBuilt]

From everything I saw when I did my research, it did not require a proprietary gauge. Even in a residential setting, but I would always double-check the manual and your application.

[@BaldPeacock]

What on/off switch did you use for the water pump?

[@bishopj10000]

Hey rich. Great job on the build. What did you use to secure the nw conversion tank to the floor?

[@RichBuilt]

Thanks Jamie, the tank is secured using angles attached to the 8020. You can see some of it on the front/bottom of the tank and it’s also attached using Dual Lock Velcro.

[@jackjiang6318]

I followed you and got a bluetti AC200P back in May for my RV. Did you have problem with your display on the battery percentage. The percentage of the battery remaining does not show correctly on my. Do you have the same problem? Also are you going to add the shower inside the RV?

[@RichBuilt]

Jack, I have not had that issue. I haven't had any issues with my original AC200, but I know the company will take care of you if you bring it up them. Hope they can get you a replacement unit if they can't troubleshoot it.

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[@RJGilman1967]

I'm only four minutes in and I want to say this has been the most informative video on water tank installation. Thank you, much appreciated.

[@RichBuilt]

Glad it was helpful!

[@LOGIKI]

Great video and installation! only one mention with these tube colour tubes is low quallity and you will have problems very soon . These tubes became very dry and broke. Better use a ppr tube.

[@jackjiang6318]

Hi Rich, you should add a support 80/20 bar in the middle of the outside water tank. In the long run, the water tank will change shape slightly with full water. This is one thing I forgot to do before i add the panels. I also tried this electric water heater. It drained more than half of my battery, so I went with the gas water heater. Don't need to worry about battery percentage.

[@RichBuilt]

Good idea Jack, I'll have to do that. Yeah I tested the water heater and I think its best utilized when on shore power only or emergencies.

[@wildwoodovensbbqs]

Nice work Mate!

[@owenparker6651]

I'm about to install my water tank ands this was extremely helpful. The devil is in the details and you provided pretty much all of them! Thanks for sharing!

[@RichBuilt]

Thanks! Glad it was helpful

[@jatorresrv]

Please correct me if I am wrong, while shut off valves are need for your home (connected to city line), I am missing the need for shut off valves (added cost and weight) in such a small system when you can shut off the pump. Anyone, please tell me what I am missing as I am installing a water system in my vehicle as well. Thank you. And thanks for sharing this setup too.

[@RichBuilt]

KnittedBrow, the shut off valves are not necessary, but I installed them out of an abundance of caution should I have to resolve any issues down the road with any of the fixtures/fitting leaking. It will allow me to isolate and address issues without having to empty the system. Will come in handy if I'm in the middle of nowhere and want to conserve water.

[@MayLiou]

Thank you for sharing your build. I am currently working on my cargo van conversion at the design stage. I have a 2022 Transit 148 mid roof and really like your clean and compact layout. I wonder whether you can share the dimension of your water system, in terms of length, width and depth. Thanks.

[@peterrexer2366]

any thoughts on that Bosch Hot Water heater? I've got a propane instant heater and been thinking about switching to the Bosch, but I'm concerned about how much electricity it draws.

[@Compost.Maloam]

I think you mean vinyl or poly tubing. I.D. Is an abbreviation to inside diameter. I could be wrong but I’ve bought a lot of that braided vinyl tubing over the years.

[@MannyWC]

Best plumbing vid yet!

[@2signalman]

Good job