Mercedes Sprinter Camper Van - Shower Build

[@GregVirgoe]

Here is a link for the extra long shower waste. www.sparespro.co.uk/chrome-plug-less-unslotted-brass-body-cp-1-1-2-x-2-7-16-flange-89mm-solid-tail-flush-grated-waste

[@daniellecarlin3518]

Thanks for your swift reply really appreciated.

[@Robbrown92]

Greg what did you use to connect the bottom of the waste to the pipe work?

[@GregVirgoe]

@@Robbrown92 I used a piece of 40mm flexible drain hose and jubilee clip.

[@margaretsweeney6268]

Why do you have the toilet waste access port on the inside of the van????.

[@GregVirgoe]

@@margaretsweeney6268 because I didn’t want to cut through the main structure of the van and try to make it waterproof We keep it very clean and there’s never any smell 😃👍🏼

[@robertmuckle2985]

Wow....a youtuber who is all about pro quality rather than insulting us with vain personalities and horrible music! How refreshing!!!👍

[@GregVirgoe]

Thanks for your honest feedback it’s very much appreciated 👍🏼😃

[@passenger3]

Greg's Top Dog in this camper van self build world

[@passenger3]

I'm really hoping he stars his budget build VERY SOON. hint hint greg 😉 😆

[@jimnicoll6459]

Wee tip for everyone. If you put your adhesive on in little circle shapes it will create a vacuum that will hold the panels.👌

[@cbturner]

Like that, thanks.

[@chkno1907]

Greg is always about meticulous attention to detail. You really are appreciated!

[@GregVirgoe]

Thank you for your support 👍🏼

[@mrfd72]

I really enjoyed watching yogur vídeo. Great way of teaching how to build a shower not just for converting a van. Thank you!! Now, I just need a van!!

[@GregVirgoe]

Glad you enjoyed it 👍🏼😊

[@doctorpc4x4]

great video extra time certainly paid off with the fitment. For those not aware Aviation snips come in 3 types Left, Right and Straight. Make sure you have the straight for cutitng the PVC sheets

[@GregVirgoe]

Every day you learn something new 👍🏼😃

[@lelaboureurdebitume279]

Thanks ! I don’t know everything you say because my English isn’t good , but I learn on watching the videos. You take me, by yours movies , a lot of help for my van. Thank you very much !

[@GregVirgoe]

Le laboureur de bitume Une image vaut mieux que mille mots Merci d'avoir regardé

[@daviddredge1178]

It's great to watch a true craftsman at work.

[@Tribulatoryfighter]

This is a BRILLIANT help to us "know nothings". Very nice slow and informed pace! Excellent attention to details! Wow! Thanks so much for sharing your talents with us!

[@davidstokes8061]

I’m in the process of buying a sprinter van to turn into a camper, your videos are by far the best to follow and understand. I was quite uncertain about aspects of the building and designs. Your videos are brilliant. Thanks so much greg

[@GregVirgoe]

David Stokes I’m really glad they are helping you a David. Thanks for watching.

[@raphaelno1meade]

Excellent help. Just going through the motions right now for van build and funny thing is, I got all the pvc, silicone and stuff left over from a kitchen hygiene fit out I did couple years ago and it didn’t even occur to me to use for the shower. Nice 1 geeza

[@Wishwader]

I like that you itemised the parts in the video description. Very useful.

[@GregVirgoe]

You are most welcome, i know its handy to have a source for some of these parts

[@OneManTrail]

A competent craftsman is a joy to watch.

[@robayre482]

When I wanna learn how to fit something in my van, there’s only one guy I go to on KZbin. How to build a camper van with Greg, better than a professional conversion.

[@elizeprinsloo1136]

Just love the little tips you throw in! Very impressed with your quality of work, you are such an inspiration to us! Thank you!

[@GregVirgoe]

Elize Prinsloo thank you and sorry I didn’t reply sooner. 😊

[@Madders23]

I’m with you there. I’m a complete novice but it’s giving me a bit of confidence to have a go at these things myself.

[@stephenwindsor8762]

has to be the best tutorial I’ve seen.

[@GregVirgoe]

stephen windsor thank you very much.

[@MrCanadascott]

I Agree. I very much like your workmanship.

[@pink_sparrow_1373]

I’ve been binge watching your videos. My husband and I are going to buy a Mercedes 4x4 and build it ourselves. It’ll be our weekend warrior so I’m so happy to see the technical aspects of everything you do since we’re both so analytical and we want to the know the why behind everything. Your videos are so informative. Thank you for creating them! We’re in California and looking forward to becoming part of the van community

[@GregVirgoe]

Elizabeth Freyre that’s brilliant well you certainly have the weather for it. 4x4 are difficult to find here

[@edwild344]

A really comprehensive and thoughtful episode, your good forward planning really paid dividends with everything going together beautifully. Congratulations . Ed Wild

[@GregVirgoe]

Thank you Ed, it's been quite a challenge to plan in what order everything has to be done, not having done anything like this before. True what they say hindsight is a wonderful thing. :D

[@RustyCas999]

Great video! Very helpful. Appreciate your attention to detail. I will consider “bedding” the shower pan in something so you have essentially a ‘solid’ pan - no flexing and feels more substantial. The shower in our camping trailer feels somewhat spongy.

[@poppies5095]

Thanks Greg, after watching some of your videos, I started to look after a xlwb sprinter to convert into a camper van. Thanks for the inspiration and looking forward to seeing more of your videos. All the best, Pops

[@ramonfelstead8832]

Thanks for all your help and advice!! Very much appreciated!! Can’t wait to start my build! This makes it so much more achievable and very motivating knowing how to do it!! Your a legend!!

[@GregVirgoe]

I’m really pleased the videos are helping boost your confidence and I wish you all the best with your build. 👍🏼😃

[@jackiem1093]

I love the way you explain so well. I don't have all those tools, clearly you are a genius, BUT I do think I can do this. Thanks💪

[@richarddickson3211]

Hi Greg i find your videos very informative, q. ... it is usual practise to put the toilet cassette access on the outside of the van, but i can see that body shape - mouldings might make this difficult , internal access would be a lot easer. Do i assume that you do not get any toilet smell with this installation?

[@darrenjones4900]

Hi Greg, great series I have watched them all at least twice!! Especially the insulation, excellent!!

[@GregVirgoe]

That’s great 😃 thank you very much 👍🏼

[@Hovermaster]

Greetings from Colorful Colorado. I've had to completely rebuild the aft 3 feet of a conventional travel trailer (bath/shower area) due to roof leak water damage, and I've done two cargo trailer conversions to campers. When I need to glue a piece of material to a wall, as in your shower build, I have found a pressure sensitive adhesive works well. You trowel the material onto the solid surface, (using a fine tooth trowel, 3/8 max) let it get tacky (the longer it air dries, the stickier it gets) then simply press your surface material into place. I'm not familiar with the adhesive you were using, and it might be great...but when you trowel on the pressure sensitive adhesive there are no air gaps, and it's not ever going anywhere. Warning, when you start to apply your cover sheet, make sure everything is lined up, because once you start to adhere it, it's like contact cement and is very difficult to adjust.

[@jgkiwi]

Great video, I have been watching them all. Also a great camera man - lady and of course your helper.

[@mikeroeder6339]

I am so glad I found your van build videos. Your craftsmanship is outstanding and an inspiration for me to build my an elegant camper van like yours. Other home built builds I've seen lean on the utilitarian side, but I want something that is also classy. Thank you for sharing your skills.

[@edhass6774]

Love your work. Best shower install I've seen

[@H2Dwoat]

Hi, my subconscious OCD sighs every time I watch one of your videos🤓. I also noticed you took your time with the most satisfying part of any build, peeling off the protective film😜.

[@914bub]

Your work is superb! Loving these videos and im learning a ton! Thanks greg!

[@michaell8835]

Super helpful episode Greg, really like the way you have built the bathroom with minimal framework, compared to vertical 3x2 framing and double skinned walls that steal valuable space. Love it 👍🏻

[@TSnowy23]

Very helpful. I'm gonna try and get a van and do this (hard finding full time permanent work). BTW Greg looks like Rico in Judge Dredd, Sylvester Stallone's brother 😉

[@johnmcdonald9977]

Now I am even more sure that I can do it.! Thanks Greg!

[@GregVirgoe]

I'm pleased it has helped you

[@fireblade1007]

Love the paper trick at the end

[@GregVirgoe]

The roll of lining paper was 2.99 and it made a perfect template 👍🏼😊

[@fireblade1007]

Flying to Manchester next Saturday to bring back a xlwb sprinter to Ireland watching all your videos last few weeks I really appreciate the time and effort you put into making them Greg 👍

[@GregVirgoe]

Fireblade 100, nice one ☝️ hope all goes well with your build. Thanks for the support.

[@GregVirgoe]

Fireblade 100, nice one ☝️ hope all goes well with your build. Thanks for the support.

[@onemanandhiswhippet]

LOL you do make it look so easy Greg 👍 and so quick too (if only) Best Regards us up North 👍😀🐾

[@GregVirgoe]

Wish I could have fast forward the build as you can in the edit, definitely taken a lot more time than I thought it would.

[@onemanandhiswhippet]

Greg Virgoe LOL you have done an amazing job tho 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 And very soon you can start to enjoy it Best Regards to you and Lou 👍😀🐾

[@grahamgifford9633]

These videos are useful and very helpful well done . And thankyou

[@GregVirgoe]

You are mostly welcome 🙏🏼

[@roberttaylor8488]

Hello from London Canada, excellent video and tips throughout. I'm still in the head to paper planning stage of my shower build for my Ram Promaster 3500 extended high roof. It's not as easy as many think to accomplish a well built functional DIY van build however you have taken a taunting task and somehow made it a much easier project with less stress and pitfalls. Thank you Robert in Canada

[@RustyCas999]

Robert, I am planning on using the same van as you. How is your build going?

[@roberttaylor8488]

@@RustyCas999 My van build has been a work in progress, expensive non-budget friendly project. It has also been coupled with huge life altering events. Unlike a lot of people who have documented their progress from start to finish I started with still images but soon left that behind in favour of doing a completed video and explanation. I will say that no two DIY van conversions will be the same. When my van is completed there will be no other like it. Just the same as Greg's Sprinter build it's totally unique and took hours of work in completion. At this very point due to a family medical problem my van is about 75% completed, I need to finish it but doubt I'll ever use it for its intended purpose.

[@urbanarkoverland]

Hi mate. Plumber by trade. An angle grinder with a porcelain tile blade cuts stuff like that sheeting quick and clean. Doesn’t throw the sheet about or risk damaging 👍👍👍

[@GregVirgoe]

UrbanARK overland, I find that abrasive wheels tend to melt PVC rather than cut it.

[@lalispeedsparse4350]

I love to see all this videos. Its great info but if i have to spend the money on all those fancy tools...i might get one that is all done and save the time...Cause time is money

[@More-Space-In-Ear]

Cleaning up well on this part of the project my friend 😉😊 Off to watch part 2 👍🏼😊

[@GregVirgoe]

Squeaky clean ;D lol

[@avivamae5171]

Ahh dog sighting! :) As usual I love your videos, super professional and I know that I can trust your advice.

[@bernarderley2874]

Great video, good explanation of things at each stage. Well done

[@johnnicholas978]

Hi I like the way u explain things....uv got a knack for it...I'm looking forward to the van u do with just hand tools...that should be interesting..

[@GregVirgoe]

I should know tomorrow if I have got the news budget van fingers crossed 🤞🏼

[@TempleGuitars]

I like the eyes on your vac!

[@tombyrne4791]

Thanks again buddy , brilliant as usual .

[@chuck3671]

Very thoughtful build!

[@jess4mathews]

Thank you sir...every detail needed...awesome🤫

[@pa_maj.MARTINI-van-MAN]

A proper home has a toilet and shower. A lot of builds don't have this, even my little campervan has a toilet and shower and I'd miss it if it wasn't there. A shower inside is not so important in really hot climates but why not fit one anyway if building a toilet cubicle, even if a bucket of water and battery operated shower head can be used in it to save expense if it's out of one's budget. I see people have portaloos under seats and hidden in small cupboards but privacy is important I think plus the fact it won't feel like you're sh**ing or pi**ing in your kitchen lol, but seriously. Can't wait until van tour vid!!!

[@johnnicholas978]

I liked what u did with the waste tank,,drilling it out,,and replacing it with a tank connector....LATERAL THINKING.

[@GregVirgoe]

The inlets we’re just too small to be practical and I could see them getting blocked a lot

[@meowzic]

Beautiful work.

[@studiomanagement4862]

Great video . Thank you .

[@hinotinorangertruckconvers2736]

Thanks so endlessly for posting this incredibly detailed video. It’s amazingly helpful. I have just picked up my shower unit for my Hino box truck I converting by myself… so if I am stuck or I have more questions, I will definitely ask you if that’s ok? It’s a bit harder to do these kind of plumbing things as a woman by myself but I am sure I can get it done too 😁 Thanks again. It’s so helpful to watch every step and your attention to detail is absolutely fabulous…. Love it 🙏🙏🙏🙏🥰❤️👍🚛

[@brucemontgomery8136]

ty for a nice well done post

[@GregVirgoe]

You’re welcome Bruce 👍🏼😃

[@willdowding3810]

Thanks really good videos and info, take care

[@alexandercella7990]

Awesome mate, it is a professional job,

[@GregVirgoe]

Alexander Cella thank you

[@davidheron5479]

Hi Greg did you get my message on what will my agm battery's go with wanderer controller pleaseit has 4 battery settings on it Blue li Orange gel Redflooded Green sealed

[@malteweinreich8755]

Hiya Bud, Another nice video done gr9t work Greg :-)

[@GregVirgoe]

Many thanks

[@tinoemmanuel104]

Hi,. Greg I love watching Your Videos But I Have a Request That Can help You to Make more Views But first what thing you used to Cut open the Shower Hole,......when you Use a Tool or Material Please Write on The Screen what is it So we don't always have to Ask Everytime Thank You

[@SeasonedWoman1900]

Amazing!!

[@lass-inangeles7564]

At 6:53 - what is the grey paint on that surface, flecked with dots? Some kind of epoxy paint? Looks great by the way. 9:04 - that tiny detail of sloping the lip of the tray is astounding! I would have never thought of that. Your brain must be mulling these details over while you sleep. How do I make my brain more like yours? I'm digesting all this information like a fine novel. Thank you for the quality work you do. It restores faith in good workmanship. Ever thought of teaching? You are a natural.

[@GregVirgoe]

Hello 😇, the grey floor finish is Altro and we covered the whole floor before fitting any furniture. See this video for full details kzbin.info/www/bejne/kKS0m4aaZptla6s Re the tray, I can let you into a secret. I put a square bit of wood in first and there was a gap so that led me to think it must be designed with a slope in mind. Good idea though 😎 Teaching is an admirable profession but the pay here is very poor. That’s typical of these type of jobs. Very rewarding on another level. Thanks for following along. What stage are you at?

[@jamesphoenix3697]

Hi Greg what's the best way to attach the wall boards for the bathroom to the floor and side walls of the van

[@dylanmarsh6916]

hi Greg. do you have a link to the XL drainage flange you used?

[@GregVirgoe]

www.sparespro.co.uk/chrome-plug-less-unslotted-brass-body-cp-1-1-2-x-2-7-16-flange-89mm-solid-tail-flush-grated-waste

[@kennethoros4043]

Thanks for sharing

[@colingough4566]

So much advice thanks

[@ianf8005]

Nice job, Greg. One thing I'm having a hard time finding in any video where there is a hole drilled in the van floor, is the proper way to prevent corrosion in the hole and how to properly seal it from under the van. Would love to know how you did that.

[@GregVirgoe]

Hello Ian, cut a hole just slightly largr than your drop out vent or pipe etc, file any rough edges off of the cut edge, paint with hammerite to seal the raw metal edges. Place your pipe or drop out vent inthe hole and seal all around the top and underside with sikaflex 512. After it had cured I did spray the underside with waxoyl but that was only for added protection.

[@ianf8005]

@@GregVirgoe Great info! Thx Greg

[@GabrielTorres-js5hd]

Saludos buen trabajo 👍

[@GregVirgoe]

Google translate please 😃

[@brunog6050]

Hi Greg, could you clarify something for me please. I need to purchase a shower kit (head, etc.), and i find mixed reviews and opinions whether "normal" showers would work with electric pumps or not. In theory, when the thumb lever is released the water is shut off. I read reviews that say for pumped showers where the pump is not pressure sensitive, this means the pump continues to try and pump water but without water flowing. This risks damaging the pump motor and blowing the unit. However some pumped showers are regulated by pressure - in circumstances where the water is stopped from flowing, the pump switches off. (I will be using the Shurflo pump you recommend.) let's clear this up once and for all: do we need to buy the "electric pump convertible motorhome showers" (as usual, priced way over the "normal' shower kits), or will these "traditional" showers work just fine. As I could not find link to what shower kit/head you recommend, this is the one i am considering getting: www.amazon.co.uk/Aizhy-Stainless-Bathroom-Portable-Personal/dp/B07F7Z27W9/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=handheld+bidet+spray+kit&qid=1590128462&s=diy&sr=1-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExWUtJMUI4WE1RVFNXJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMTQ0OTk3MlJOMUE3RDg1SjcxViZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMzQ3NDgwMU5ZU01HTlgzQVRMNiZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU= thanks for your input on this!!

[@Frankthesurf]

Great video!. Could you point me in the direction of how you added the services to the bathroom. ie cavity wall? Thank You

[@GregVirgoe]

All the build videos are in one playlist in order so you can scroll though and watch what you need. Here is the shower one 👍🏼 kzbin.info/www/bejne/rKHIq3uvnbGdrqs

[@travellingjournalist966]

Hiya Greg glad i watched this as i'm getting a 2007 sprinter can you tell me the overall size of the shower and loo tray please thanks Jack

[@LadyTSurvival]

good stuff

[@GregVirgoe]

Thank you

[@mattybcool]

I thought you uploaded this video already?

[@timgane7268]

Hi Greg, Thanks so much for doing these videos, they are so useful. Your attention to detail is Amazing. I am starting a Renault Master build in Sydney And will copy a lot of your ideas. Just a question on your shower, you did mention in your Q &A video if it was a good idea or not. Now you have used your van for a while, if you did another build would you put in a shower and toilet ? I only just have room for one and like your design of 975 x 700 but it is a lot of space that may not get well used, when we can shower outside in Australia quite easily. Love to hear your experience so far? Cheers Tim

[@GregVirgoe]

That’s a good question and I’m not planning to put a shower in this nee van build. We don’t use the one in ours and use other services which are easily available. I will be putting in a toilet though as that is essential.

[@Rich-n-Cooper]

Hi Greg, have really enjoyed the build series and your instructional and informative approach. it would be great to know now you have been using the shower for a while is there anything you would do differently and how is it holding up with the use and movement since compleating the build? Going to start a build myself later this year and have found this entire series an invaluable source for research so thanks for taking the time to share

[@martamaticseng5186]

I would also be interested to know if the PVA on plywood + PVC lining does the job :) I'm considering building the shower in the same way.

[@laura20chi82]

Bravissimo eccezionale ❤io però avrei messo il wc secco non il chimico…. Così non inquini e puoi stare a fare camping libero tutto il tempo che vuoi…. Che peccato non avere un uomo che sa fare tutto come te 😂👍🙏

[@RollingwithTheRobsons]

Thanks again for this Greg. So is the reason people put their toilet waste inside the van due to the structure of the van as you never seem to see motorhomes with the waste cassette point and the filler inside.

[@bananaman1701]

Where did you get the shower grate from Greg?

[@chriswhotton7056]

Thanks Greg, I found Polyprop for my shower 3mm and 5mm really flexible the HB40 adhesive looks good is this better than SikaFlex to use. Cheers Chris

[@andrewbailey3260]

do you have link for ceiling panels you used sir? thanks for the great vid

[@marksadventures3889]

Sprinters are high topped vans and I'm a short arse of 5' 7" so I was thinking that under that shower tray could a 3 inch deep bowl be fitted to really get the water out faster. Maybe I'm over thinking it. I like a power shower is that possible? I find power showers are shorter as it is more efficient of getting you clean in a shorter time, use less water and power possibly too. Also on the Fiat would it be impossible to add a shower/loo cubical? But I'm still not sure what I want. I only have a basic license so won't be able to go for the bigger vans, unless I take the test for a bus and then the build takes on a whole new turn. I had looked at bus conversions, especially the minibus type used in villages or by special schools. Before I start parting with my hard earned, I'm really going to need to know what I want. I have lived in caravans before - statics and tow away's, I don't like low ceilings or pokey rooms. But I have learnt from camping that there are options, like large canvass extensions - more than just an awning extend your living space a lot. A log heater like I have for my hot tent creates a warm outer room. It's definitely on my build plans. I've even considered the Kei-Car vans from Japan - great for cost and they fit nicely down tiny country roads, especially out in the sticks were I am. All good advice though Greg, thanks.

[@GregVirgoe]

We don't use the shower in our van we always find other options which is why i'm not fitting one in the new van, its just too much hassle.

[@robertstiles626]

What is that wall penaling did use also what is that colored panel that your using. I need a bath tub rv size where would i go to find that great video from Canada.

[@kevinboothman4683]

Hi I am a joiner and well impressed with your work.so can I say you call it mastic to seal shower is it not silicone. Also when you fixed king span to roof why could you not get he fit 10 mm less and then run expanding foam in gap this would also stick it in place. But I must say this is the best build on you tube by a long way.looking forward to watch more videos regards kevin

[@MrJFoster1984]

Hi mate, when you said about the blade on your saw only being exposed enough to go through your board this creates more resistance/work for the motor as you have more teeth in contact with the work piece. The saw will cut best with the blade fully exposed, max cut depth, because less teeth will be in contact with the work piece resulting in less friction for the motor. Cheers 👍

[@BethelTabernacleUK]

Hi Greg my toilet exterior door slightly over the frame is it ok to cut the frame

[@GregVirgoe]

This is why I have put my cassette inside the van because I didn’t want to cut a big hole in the side of the van. We keep it very clean and have never had any problems with snells in the van

[@timbanham7157]

I know it is a while since you did this but what blade did you use for cutting your furniture board as you managed to get a really nice cut with no obvious blow out - Thanks

[@GregVirgoe]

Hello Tim, on the circular saw I used a Freud 80T blade and for the jigsaw I use T101BR blades which cut on the downstroke so you have you face side up. Here is a link amzn.to/3O05gRZ. I use masking tape on both sides to help prevent chip out and don’t go too fast let the blade do the work take your time and you’ll get good results. My overhead cupboard video explains more about the blade choice 👍🏼😊

[@paulgoddard6695]

Hi Greg, Really helpful video as usual! I would like to ask about extractor fan install. I have the same extractor fan I think (Xpelair LV100 12v) and the unit is 87mm deep to back of motor. My van wall is probably only going to be around 60-63mm thick. It looks like your fan is fitted flush to the wall so just like to know if you had this problem and if so what was your solution? TIA

[@irislobemeier3698]

Thanks for this video- you make it look so easy. Could you advice which fan you used in the shower. I'm struggling to find anything suitable for our wet room Thank you.

[@slucas123]

Hi Greg, I'm currently doing my own van build and thanks to your amazing videos you have really helped me throughout. I'm stuck on the solution for the window surround. I can see yours looks great and wondered if you made it or purchased it. Many thanks...

[@GregVirgoe]

I’m glad the videos have been useful to you. Have a look at this one for the windows finish. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pKjKdIGpes6Xl6M

[@slucas123]

@@GregVirgoe perfect, many thanks

[@NomaddUK]

Hi Greg. Wow you had hair at the beginning and none at the end... must have been stressful :o) When you removed the film at 20:55 did it make your hair stand up? All 4 of mine did. I love your video mate... not watched the second part yet but I have promised the missus that you will show her it in action with you in it LOL

[@GregVirgoe]

The one that does it the most is the PVC sheet, so much static off those sheets you could use them as a defibrillator. Will have to charge up the go pro for the action shots in the shower LOL

[@Laupau]

do you have the link where you bought that shower grate for the shower that goes through the floor?

[@GregVirgoe]

www.sparespro.co.uk/chrome-plug-less-unslotted-brass-body-cp-1-1-2-x-2-7-16-flange-89mm-solid-tail-flush-grated-waste

[@Wishwader]

When scribing a panel which fits flush on three sides (as shown in this video), how do you ensure trimming off more from one edge doesnt create a gap on the opposite edge?

[@GregVirgoe]

There was no gap to lose as you would when you normally scribe, the final board was overlapping the left hand side wall so I just had to run the pencil down the inside crease right in the corner and cut exactly to that line. Hope that helps

[@Mac65]

How did you figure out where to drill the pilot hole was in the vicinity of clearing the suspension etc/ in the first place? Did you do those measurements on sketches or did you physically measure the location on the van itself? If the latter, how did you do it so accurately?

[@GregVirgoe]

Richard Sementilli physically measured off known items such as the wheel arch or the screws I put in to secure the floor.

[@bkk6211]

You mentioned that your shower pan cracked as did others. Do you think it could have been installed differently to avoid the cracking? Were you able to repair it? Or did you replace the pan and if so with what? Thank you for all you've done for the community. Cheers!

[@GregVirgoe]

I don’t think there was anything I could have done to stop it cracking. It was way too thin and not suitable for the job. Taken out and new one hand made out of timber and fibreglass over top.

[@darrensmith403]

Have you done a video of this updated shower tray Greg? Would love to see what you’ve done

[@pasqualegatto1952]

Hi, noticed the toilette cassette is facing the inside of the van instead of having facing the van panel with a little door when empty is necessary - of course this will save from an extra cut through the van side - I am personally having a dilemma, not sure what to go for

[@GregVirgoe]

Pasquale Gatto watch my first France video and you will see how the small door works. Cutting and sealing a hole for door at the height is a nightmare as the van sides are not straight and it goes through the plastic trim. Difficult to do well.

[@trophyfishin]

Greg I love your videos. What kind of toilet did you put in the shower area? and what are the dimensions of the inside of the shower?

[@GregVirgoe]

I used a Thetford C200CS cassette toilet which has an electric flush and is connected to my pressurised water supply off the main water tank. The waste goes into a sealed cassette that can be emptied at many sluice services on campsites or bespoke machines installed all over Europe. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqbdZ52dbtyDbMU The internal dimensions of the shower cubicle are 950mm x 750mm at the base. It tapers slightly as you go up because the van is curved.

[@kronosg4279]

Hi Greg, what model of bathroom shower fan are you using Expelair seem to be AC motor which will have a problem with working on DC. Thanks

[@GregVirgoe]

Kronos G yeah it’s 12v AC so it has a transformer in the garage running off my 230v feeds on the control panel.

[@DavidSmith-hk7fp]

just bought a van with this installation. Thetford toilet and shoer tray from jackson leisure. Aparantly Theford dont make shower trays so these are cheap products manufactured by who knows. My Tray has multiple cracks - You tube seems to be full of reports of these so called Thetford trays cracking due to being low quality and super thin. Does anyone have a solution for repairing or covering a cracked tray or is the only answer to rip the lot out and try and find a decent option? is your 2018 tray still intack Greg?

[@fredblogg6469]

Hi Greg I'd like to ask about your extractor fan in the shower, is it a 12 volt and did you wire it straight to your light switch or did you wire it up separately. Tia 👍 👍

[@artslok7448]

goood question...

[@kevinrobertson7991]

Hi Greg, am converting a Sprinter in Ontario, Canada and have very much enjoyed (and benefitted from) your expertise. I was particularly interested in your shower install, but was hoping to see what the drain looked like from under the van - is there another video in which I can view it. Thanks!

[@GregVirgoe]

The build videos are arranged into one playlist that you can scroll through. Here is the grey waste video for you kzbin.info/www/bejne/jHzSnYOehst7grM

[@kevinrobertson7991]

@@GregVirgoe Thanks - I assume the shower drain was sealed with mastic like the sink drain? Or does it take a large nut as it seemed to be threaded?

[@GregVirgoe]

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[@clairsulley8818]

Hi Greg, loving your videos they are sooo helpful! Just wondering if you have any advice or videos regarding the installation of the bathroom extractor? Thank you

[@GregVirgoe]

Clair Sulley no I didn’t do a video of that because it wasn’t my best choice. So didn’t want to recommend it. I ended up putting a 12v AC fan in running off a mains transformer so I have to use my inverter. It’s not a good way of doing it and would be better if can find a 12v DC fan but not many nice ones about. Sorry that doesn’t help you much.

[@clairsulley8818]

@@GregVirgoe thanks for the reply, I'm also having trouble finding a 12v DC fan, want to avoid having the use the transformer? 🤔

[@KarlWellerPhoto]

Just a quick one, when you hole sawed through the Celotex, did you foil tape the Celotex or is that not needed?

[@briandevitt6903]

I'm not sure a shower will stay watertight at the joins with the movement in a van. A self contained unit of some sort might be a better bet. But that's just a hunch on my part.