HOW TO Install A Water Tank into a RV Campervan Conversion

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How To Install A Water Tank into a Campervan RV Conversion
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  • @nikoloko5561
    @nikoloko55614 жыл бұрын

    Can’t believe I’ve just watched a man heavy breathing for nearly 20 minutes under his bed thanks Mel made me smile 😊

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Haha you’re welcome thanks for watching 👍

  • @theSwanniesdownunder
    @theSwanniesdownunderАй бұрын

    Great vid. Just put a new 95l water tank in out camper and it is condensating. I’ll be copying your idea very soon. Keep up the videos. Steve.

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    Ай бұрын

    Thanks Steve good luck with your build

  • @sukamayoutube2323
    @sukamayoutube23232 жыл бұрын

    The intro is so cute 😍

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you that’s a first 👍🤓👍

  • @lindamassey5305
    @lindamassey53054 жыл бұрын

    I just love watching you.Mel.

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you that’s really kind of you to say much appreciated 👍

  • @normanfeerick665
    @normanfeerick6654 жыл бұрын

    "You'd think that was made for that" It was , Mel, I watched you make it for that! It's why I watch lol.

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Haha I was waiting for a comment about that well done and thanks for watching and commenting really appreciated 👍😊👍

  • @normanfeerick665

    @normanfeerick665

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@BigVanSmallWorld So glad you tookit the way it was meant, great job, keep it up.

  • @kevinsvanlife1259
    @kevinsvanlife12594 жыл бұрын

    Great idea Mel love your videos your a great person to watch.

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you that’s really appreciated 👍😊👍

  • @BernardChestney
    @BernardChestney4 жыл бұрын

    Another great job and idea Mel. As you said why go big when you can stay small and be just as convenient. I agree with the air circulation too, better to be safe and sure. Another good video looking forward to the next. Have a great weekend.

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your positive feedback wasn’t sure about the air gaps so thank you have a good weekend too stay safe 👍

  • @SACREDTRAVELLER
    @SACREDTRAVELLER4 жыл бұрын

    Hey Mel, I really like the idea of having the water filler inside - hadn’t even realised you could do this - nice one! x

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Haha I knew you you would like that 👍😂👍

  • @riccovall2970
    @riccovall29702 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Mel - your advice is always well valued. cheers,

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    2 жыл бұрын

    You are absolutely welcome 🙏

  • @derykmacleod4979
    @derykmacleod49794 жыл бұрын

    Nice Job! I cut the hole for the fittings on my 15 gallon tank. To mount mine, I am taking a 12' long web strap and I have a spot on the wall i can wrap it around and a mounting plate on the floor, I wood block front and back to hold it in place. Nothing like running water and a shower! Next spring I will add the water heater. Happy Travels

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you well done can’t wait for next spring 👍

  • @carlie-rose8779
    @carlie-rose87792 жыл бұрын

    What a bloody weapon. Love your work Mel!

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Carlie that’s the first time I’ve been called a weapon 👍😂👍

  • @garrybeard7718
    @garrybeard77184 жыл бұрын

    Good job Mel. 👍👍

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you 😊

  • @mick6949
    @mick69494 жыл бұрын

    That's a great idea with the filer for tank👍👍

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your positive feedback 👍

  • @tilly1950
    @tilly19504 жыл бұрын

    Mel PERFECT JOB well done Robbie U K

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Robbie

  • @kevinhughes9801
    @kevinhughes98014 жыл бұрын

    Excellent vid thanks

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you 👍😊👍

  • @grumpygrandpa3640
    @grumpygrandpa36404 жыл бұрын

    Mel stick a little bit of mesh in the tube top and bottom then that bead can’t go anywhere in future 👍👍👍

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Haha nice idea 👍😊👍

  • @carllatta9436
    @carllatta94364 жыл бұрын

    no wonder I can’t get a fray bentos pie in the shops Mels got them all 🤣🤣

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    I got all the pie’s na na an 👍😜👍

  • @uptowndisco2

    @uptowndisco2

    3 жыл бұрын

    those pies look good when taken out the oven , but the pastry vanishes into a soggy mess when you cut into them lol

  • @LostNative
    @LostNative4 жыл бұрын

    Lush video, was really helpful. I was thinking of buying another tank myself. I got my mattress, bench seat cushions and LPG canister. Yay. 👍👍👍😀🚐🚐

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Bex I need to watch your videos I’m a little behind because I’ve been so busy 👍

  • @LostNative

    @LostNative

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@BigVanSmallWorld Nice one Mel, you are welcome. Of course anytime, come over. It's so close to being finished just need to look at starting the electrics. I'll get around to looking. Just speaking to some companies at the moment. 👍

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    That’s fantastic Bex you will soon be out and about 👍

  • @LostNative

    @LostNative

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@BigVanSmallWorld I know I sooooo excited about it. Even if its just down the road, I want to go. I'll message you to arrive help and hopefully your free. Can u message me dates your not available. Where should we meet? Etc? Cheers

  • @normanwilliams-dodd8249
    @normanwilliams-dodd82493 жыл бұрын

    Hi Mel, Just subscribed and watched the shower tank instal, great video. Then it came to you using the little Hoover,, £30 later I can't wait for it to arrive. All the best Norm.

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi Norm thank you for your subscription I really appreciate your support and thank you for taking the time to comment I do try to respond to all my comments try to refrain from using punctuation marks as they get put in possible spam folder and I won’t get to see them on my phone odd I know hope you like the hoover I absolutely love mine it’s Brilliant 👍😊👍

  • @optomisticostomistsmith501
    @optomisticostomistsmith5014 жыл бұрын

    Brilliant Mel would be great to see the pipe work. Fab vlog

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you I’ll go over it on Wednesday for you 👍

  • @optomisticostomistsmith501

    @optomisticostomistsmith501

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@BigVanSmallWorld thanks mate wellworth £4,99 😁

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you 😊

  • @in-the-vanpeter5157
    @in-the-vanpeter51574 жыл бұрын

    Hiya , mmmmm good job but the silent water is a winner for me. I’ve got an exfence sprayer as my shower and it’s brilliant. However the filler inside was a great idea and will make life easier. Brilliant vid as usual thank you 🙏

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Peter 👍😊👍

  • @barry-cq4xg
    @barry-cq4xg4 жыл бұрын

    Great job as usual with your pragmatic imagination. Good video.

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your positive feedback 👍

  • @barry-cq4xg

    @barry-cq4xg

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@BigVanSmallWorld Hi Mel You are welcome - not all my comments are critical, and I always appreciate your responses. (not all KZreadrs are as courteous)

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Barry 👍

  • @linz_in_NZ
    @linz_in_NZ3 жыл бұрын

    You could make the pump quieter by adding a layer of foam/rubber between the pump mountings and your piece of wood and another layer between the wood and the framing you have attached it to. Inside water fillers are a great idea - particularly for stealth vans - you can have them on the back of kitchen cabinets by the slider too - just need the right funnel to use your method of filling up without the effort. That tank looks good, might fit flat under a kitchen unit nicely - then you could have the gauge visible too - Humble Road did a similar gauge - very simple but effective.

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hay Linz always a pleasure to hear from you you’re always so positive thank you I will definitely have a go at making it quiet soon hope you’re doing well and staying safe 👍

  • @13yearsaprepperr.jtilbury.51
    @13yearsaprepperr.jtilbury.514 жыл бұрын

    far out Mel I have a 300 litre water tank with a 18 litre hot water service , if my wife and daughter come away they empty the 300 litres in a day , yes always turn the pump off ,, My tanks hang under the winnebago outside underneath but they are held up with battons so I can't see a drama mate ,, Anyhow its beer o'clock here in OZ , I didn't get to Botany Bay this weekend the weather is terrible here at the moment ,, Don't forget water puri tabs so the water stays fresh ,, Great vid buddy R,J in Australia

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you and your rite I need to get some tabs hope the weather improves 👍

  • @patrickjobling8676
    @patrickjobling86764 жыл бұрын

    Stroooth mate..that was all very agricultural..😂🤣😂yet strangely satisfying...staller performance carryon pip pips 😁

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hello me old rusty gate cheers 🍻 👍😂👍

  • @feralfreebirds
    @feralfreebirds3 жыл бұрын

    thumbs up due to 'ROCK N ROLL' tshirt mel always makes me smile...is it a harley davidson on it?.....another great video, how too...and smiles at the end....cheers bab !! :)

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you that’s so appreciated 👍😊👍

  • @skookumjack
    @skookumjack4 жыл бұрын

    Nice one Mel, yeah that pump noise is a bugger. I installed something very similar and I've tried to reduce that noise but nothing helped. Just hope that at 0500 hrs when I'm filling my kettle it's not waking the lovely in the Fisher 34 in the next berth!

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    I’m with roger id make her one to along with breakfast 👍😂👍

  • @Travelling_about
    @Travelling_about4 жыл бұрын

    Bonkers 😁👍🏻

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you muck appreciated 👍😂👍

  • @davidellerby732
    @davidellerby7324 жыл бұрын

    Beats filling those fire extinguishers up Mel :-)

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hi yes that’s for sure it was a novel idea and would have been ok if wasn’t for the pandemic closing gyms showers 👍😊👍

  • @garyharrad4876
    @garyharrad48764 жыл бұрын

    Hi Mel great videos as always noticed you have a few fray bentos (my favourite is steak and kidney) in your cupboard lol the question is how do you cook yours as they supposed to be cooked in a oven. And you don't seem to have one lol. Great as always never fail to make me laugh. Regards Gary

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hi Gary they was a gift from john I’ve got an amazing oven I’ll show you on Wednesday 👍😊👍

  • @GAZOD
    @GAZOD4 жыл бұрын

    Great job mel, thought you would have built a 2x1" frame around your tank like you did with your diesel fuel tank on your last van

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you i did think about that 👍

  • @ianwiggins3363
    @ianwiggins33634 жыл бұрын

    It’s a very good idea get some good ideas

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    That’s so true thank youb

  • @webpigjohn4959
    @webpigjohn49594 жыл бұрын

    Fray bentos pies 😍🤣🤣🤣

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    You know 👍😂👍

  • @domainnameguy
    @domainnameguy3 жыл бұрын

    Most vans have places to attach ratchet straps which have at least 1 tonne rating eg the ratchet strap can stop a 1 tonne pallet from moving whilst the vehicle is moving which is more than enough capabilitg to stop 60 litres of water moving etc Enough water for a bath in a campervan

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    3 жыл бұрын

    So true it’s a shame I took mine out when I stripped down the van 👍😂👍

  • @inventor1v
    @inventor1v3 жыл бұрын

    Great vid as usual Mel. Hopefully the pressure of the ratchet strap won't deform the plastic tank and loosen its grip!

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you I’m sure it will be fine 👍

  • @keltic_nomad
    @keltic_nomad4 жыл бұрын

    ...Mel the pump sounds like the morning after a curry the night before 😜

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hahaha I did think that 🥵

  • @londonjacks8371
    @londonjacks83714 жыл бұрын

    Good idea to keep the tank inside and protected, I think you were right with the Battens under the tank for air flow, and wise not to put the drain tap in, better safe than sorry, have you been watching Humbleroads channel.

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you I wasn’t sure if I was doing the rite thing but so many people are saying that I did I really appreciate tabs every one taking the time to comment no I’ve not been watching Humble road I’ll have a look see what I’m missing thank you 👍😊👍

  • @londonjacks8371

    @londonjacks8371

    4 жыл бұрын

    Mel’s Van World You’ll enjoy watching George at Humbleroad, like you he’s a very belt n braces van builder.

  • @trevorphillips7793
    @trevorphillips77934 жыл бұрын

    So you did NOT post it to me then that power bank as you said you may give it away and i said i will have it just look back ha haha you make good use of it mal good on ya keep up the good work love the vids mate

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you 😊

  • @leatherkid02
    @leatherkid024 жыл бұрын

    Good idea on the filler location.... 😁....

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your positive feedback so kind of you to take the time 👍😊👍

  • @leatherkid02

    @leatherkid02

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@BigVanSmallWorld btw am the same as Leatherkid 01. 🤣

  • @bouydogsbus3672
    @bouydogsbus36724 жыл бұрын

    Ref the battens, I don’t know If it is the best way to fit the tank but I did mine the same way bit bigger at 175 litres but same idea. 👍👍

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Oh my goodness me 175 litres that’s some tank thanks for the positive feedback really appreciated 👍😊👍

  • @lawrencereeves5798
    @lawrencereeves57983 жыл бұрын

    Did you film fitting your new gas locker,I though it was in the front of the van,love all you build videos

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    3 жыл бұрын

    I did film it but it was rubbish so never uploaded it sorry not all videos make it 👍😊👍

  • @catvando3209
    @catvando32094 жыл бұрын

    Water pump has the same solution as the diesel heater fuel pump, don't solid mount it. Either suspend it or mount it on springs or rubber to cut out the vibrations. How have you anchored the tank to stop it moving sideways in the van? Apart from that, nice one Mel. 👍😊

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you that’s so appreciated 👍

  • @grf1426
    @grf14264 жыл бұрын

    07.55 If you want air to circulate try cutting a few gaps in those battens. Just two or three, each about half an inch to an inch wide.

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you really appreciate your help 👍

  • @simonmansbridge1271
    @simonmansbridge12713 жыл бұрын

    Loved the vid have you thought about a submersible pump nice and quiet no accumulator, and cheap keep up the good work

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you not a bad idea 👍

  • @pa_maj.MARTINI-van-MAN
    @pa_maj.MARTINI-van-MAN3 жыл бұрын

    You could use the pump to fill a small 5 litre tank in a cupboard higher than your water tap. That would need a return pipe to the main tank. Fill the five litre tank once a day as you need to. You could have that feeding your sink water tap, gravity fed with no noise. Fill the little 5 litre tank during a time you don't mind pump noise for 5 minutes then the rest of the time you have silent gravity fed water for stealth or simply undisturbed peace. One of my better ideas lol. I like your fill point 👍👍👍

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    3 жыл бұрын

    Sounds like a great idea thank you 👍

  • @pa_maj.MARTINI-van-MAN

    @pa_maj.MARTINI-van-MAN

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@BigVanSmallWorld 👍👍👍

  • @stefanszafran6412
    @stefanszafran64124 жыл бұрын

    Yeah no need to hoard the pies now mate! Dog food with a crust that tastes amazing!

  • @goth_dude6874

    @goth_dude6874

    4 жыл бұрын

    Fray Bentos pervert lol

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    I’m not hoarding them 👍😊👍

  • @petemurphy3192
    @petemurphy31923 жыл бұрын

    Hi mel there is a product called neoprene tape essentially it will stop condensation if you watch rickmanvan he used it on all metal surfaces to stop condesation it might work for your application mate watch his campervan build hope it helps.

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you buddy I’ll have a look 👍

  • @travelingchalksworld5138
    @travelingchalksworld51384 жыл бұрын

    Good job chap. Just a thought, I personally would put a upright on the side of the tank fixed to the bottom of the bed to the floor to satisfy myself that the tank could not possibly move sideways. The tank would be quite heavy when full as you mentioned. I know how to wire it up and safely rout the water pipes and breather but there err those that don’t. As for noise is it such a problem for the few seconds its on? Like I said good job, stay safe🚐☕️☕️👍🏼🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🌈🙏🏼💙❤️💙❤️

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you 👍😊

  • @David_11111
    @David_111114 жыл бұрын

    yay

  • @markwilliams7573
    @markwilliams75734 жыл бұрын

    Great video mel, but how do you cook one of them many fray Bentos pies you have in your van ? As I haven seen an oven in there?? Keep up the good work 👌👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    I’ll show you next Wednesday 👍

  • @whippetsadventuresandoneman
    @whippetsadventuresandoneman4 жыл бұрын

    Amazing video mel :) I was thinking of a foot boat pump 😂 but maybe I’ll upgrade later to one of these. Was it easy to plum up? Always make me laugh your outtakes :)

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you and yes really simple I used the pump because I want to fit a shower heater on my back doors for outside hot shower 👍😊👍

  • @whippetsadventuresandoneman

    @whippetsadventuresandoneman

    4 жыл бұрын

    Mel’s Van World might upgrade later :) I’ve seen those water heater look good :)?

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    I’ll be sure to do a full and honest review when it comes 👍

  • @alanmay1945
    @alanmay19453 жыл бұрын

    17:48, yes Mel, it's 'tree wood'!

  • @mihaiamatti6955
    @mihaiamatti69553 жыл бұрын

    Hello Mel. Great video and very informative and full of tips. One question please: I have only sink and a water tank almost like you, if i don't fit a Expansion Accumulator Pressure Tank is that ok? Thank you :)

  • @mihaiamatti6955

    @mihaiamatti6955

    3 жыл бұрын

    Your reply disappeared... But anyway, i understood. I will fit one for sure :) Thank you very much and can't wait for your next vid :) Cheers man.

  • @zenzen9131
    @zenzen91314 жыл бұрын

    Great video Mel :) Why not add s simple microswitch that turns on the radio full blast to drown out the pump noise ? :)

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hahaha brilliant

  • @nicknorth-east
    @nicknorth-east4 жыл бұрын

    Another great video Mel. You could always wrap the tank in an insulation blanket like on the old copper boilers in houses. If the pump noise bothers you I know its not nice, you could keep the fire extinguisher for the sink and the big tank for just the shower.

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    I was thinking about that 👍😊👍

  • @philiproots5530
    @philiproots55304 жыл бұрын

    mel how about putting some rubber strips on the battens to stop the vibration of the tank.

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    It’s strapped down really tight it’s not going to vibrate 👍😊👍

  • @Drew_Eden
    @Drew_Eden4 жыл бұрын

    Fray Bentos pies x 5 :)

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Well spotted 👍😂👍

  • @bwye
    @bwye4 жыл бұрын

    Hey Mel.. can you not use your existing fire extinguisher has a pressure vessel only and plumb it into your new water tank..?? Maybe with a pressure shut off valve when you need to fill the tank. This could even be an electric valve with a switch by your sink to activate it when filling up your water..?? 🤔🤔

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    I can see where you are coming from not a bad idea 👍

  • @stephenrobertson594
    @stephenrobertson5943 жыл бұрын

    Mel, excellent video, I have bought all the gear but I am struggling to find the connections to the water pump. Any chance of a link. Cheers

  • @abodeless
    @abodeless4 жыл бұрын

    💙

  • @stanleybowman4464
    @stanleybowman44643 жыл бұрын

    Hi Mel, another brilliant video. Does the 60 liter tank replace the extinguisher system.? I got a 6 liter extinguisher that still works for a £5r because the service date is expired. I am thinking of copying your idea & using it in my Peugeot Expert build.

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you and yes it’s replaced the extinguishers I decided to do it as it’s better for living in my van full time good luck with your build 👍

  • @fredblogg6469
    @fredblogg64694 жыл бұрын

    Be careful with that lid Mel, mine comes loose with the vibration of the van when travelling, I ended up with a flood 1st time out, the air was blue lol 👍👍

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Cheers for the advice I’ve done it it up really tight with a big wrench 👍

  • @barry-cq4xg

    @barry-cq4xg

    4 жыл бұрын

    Maybe you could fit a thin rubber gasket around the tank filler lid.

  • @leatherkid02

    @leatherkid02

    4 жыл бұрын

    Teflon tape (might becalled something else there... The white stringy tape for plumbing threads) on the cap threads perhaps?

  • @fredblogg6469

    @fredblogg6469

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@leatherkid02 Good shout plumbers tape never thought of that cheers 👍

  • @barry-cq4xg

    @barry-cq4xg

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@leatherkid02 Hi. I think it is called PTFE tape. This would work, but would probably need to be replaced every time the lid was unscrewed as it is not robust and designed for a permanent fixed installation. It is used to seal hydraulic and high air pressure fittings. Possibly a thin layer of gaffer type around the lid screw threads might offer a more efficient solution to the effect of vehicle vibration, bearing in mind that the contents of the tank are not pressurised. Mel is pretty imaginative and i am sure he will find a solution.

  • @joy.ttotheworld4713
    @joy.ttotheworld47133 жыл бұрын

    I plan to have a mwb and water tanks fit underneath, would like to ask for your advice regarding frost protection (or insulate the tanks?), please? Thank you.

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    3 жыл бұрын

    That’s exactly why I’m not putting my water tanks under my van I know you can get water heater that goes inside the tank to stop freezing up it will that protect the pipes too ? I don’t know I’m sorry 😐

  • @joy.ttotheworld4713

    @joy.ttotheworld4713

    3 жыл бұрын

    Mel’s Van World Appreciate your reply though. I’m sure You would be able to answer many more of my questions later though lol. Stay safe out there! X

  • @richiebainbridge2608
    @richiebainbridge26084 жыл бұрын

    The filler point was wonderful but the filler in the tank is just waiting to vibrate loose. The hold down strap may slip off sideways too. I don’t want to be negative as I think you are the working man thinker.

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks I’ll keep an eye on it it is done up rather tight strap and filler 👍

  • @nathancheeseman4582
    @nathancheeseman45824 жыл бұрын

    You reminded me of Luke's van life with your hat backwards! What water pipe did u use into that pump as I noticed with mine the fittings are small?

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    I used the blue food grade pipe it’s 10mm

  • @nathancheeseman4582

    @nathancheeseman4582

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@BigVanSmallWorld thanks mate

  • @kavostat8130
    @kavostat813011 ай бұрын

    Hi , What is the links for those items please, could not find it on my m/b Tank Pump The other item goes with the pump & the tank Vacuum Thanks

  • @michaelrobbins1632
    @michaelrobbins16324 жыл бұрын

    Dont know if its just the make of pump but I have a shurflo trail king on my system and I dont get noise ? maybe spend a bit more on the pump Mel better than listening to that row

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you I’ll have a look 👀

  • @rayshamrock8906
    @rayshamrock89063 жыл бұрын

    Mel where did you buy the connectors that go onto your water pump

  • @Allthingsbaloo
    @Allthingsbaloo4 жыл бұрын

    Hi Mel, i have a similar tank with the same pipework etc. Can i ask; does the breather pipe go from the inlet with the main pipe to the tank? Top of the tank? It came with no instructions so a little confused as i am mounting my inlet in the side of the van. Cheers bud

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    The breather goes from top of the tank to the filler cap 👍😊👍

  • @Allthingsbaloo

    @Allthingsbaloo

    4 жыл бұрын

    Mel’s Van World cheers pal

  • @UrbanVanlife
    @UrbanVanlife4 жыл бұрын

    strap it under the van mate , gives you extra space and you never need to worry about a leak

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    That’s a great idea

  • @torywatson8663
    @torywatson86634 жыл бұрын

    Can’t you keep both water supplies? Have the silent on the tap, the pump on the shower? Thanks Mel.

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    I was thinking about that 👍😊👍

  • @travelingchalksworld5138

    @travelingchalksworld5138

    4 жыл бұрын

    Mel’s Van World isn’t it as annoying listening to the air pump charging your “silent” water supply 🚐☕️☕️👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🌈🙏💙❤️💙❤️

  • @leebryant1973
    @leebryant19734 жыл бұрын

    Put your pump in a box and sound proof it it will lot better for u m8

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you 👍

  • @munkehpower
    @munkehpower4 жыл бұрын

    is the local supermarket out of stock of Fray Bentos pies....they are all in you van

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Haha yep 👍

  • @andyfletcher154
    @andyfletcher1544 жыл бұрын

    ❤️💙❤️💙❤️💙

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Cheers 🍻

  • @rayshamrock8906
    @rayshamrock89064 жыл бұрын

    Mell where did you get the cuter to cut the big hole for the water fuller cap ...do you have a link ples ?

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    I put link in the description for you 👍😊👍

  • @rayshamrock8906

    @rayshamrock8906

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@BigVanSmallWorld thanks Mel take care

  • @tonytca9439
    @tonytca94394 жыл бұрын

    6L is the amount of water per minute rating of the heater to raise ice cold winter water to 40C for a hot shower. Roughly double it to change into kW = 12kW. The trigger flow to turn them on is done by a magnetic float valve that triggers a hall sensor. They operate down to as little as 1L per minute. The larger units are 12L and 16L (24kW/ 32 kW) are very large heaters with a proper flu connection. I fitted my portable 6L propane gas heater on the side of my shower cupboard. They are brilliant gas heaters i had mine for years long before the van for camping. Its even been used as a 12v pumped recirc paddling pool heater for the kids. One thing I changed is the battery holder for ignition takes two D batteries and they don't last very long so i changed mine to a single 3.6v 18650 battery holder cos i got loads of them. Together with the chinese diesel heaters these two items for about 100 quid each are game changers. Heated vans with hot showers!

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you and yes super cheap but invaluable

  • @simonnewton5572
    @simonnewton55724 жыл бұрын

    The outdoor gas instant water heaters may need 6L a minute to activate the burner I think. But you maybe lucky.

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    I thought it was the maximum they could cope with not the minimum time will tell 👍😊👍

  • @simonnewton5572

    @simonnewton5572

    4 жыл бұрын

    Mel’s Van World your right but there is a minimum flow rate to trigger the burner, i bought the grey 12v water pump you recommend about 18 months ago for £6 off eBay and when the water has to travel over 6ft height there’s not enough pressure to trigger the burner. But yours will only have to travel about 4ft . Great videos mate been following you since 200subs 👍

  • @jtothew4201

    @jtothew4201

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@simonnewton5572 there is a minimum not sure what it is but it isn't much.

  • @MrWalbudri
    @MrWalbudri2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Mel.. did your water tank ever froze during winter??

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    2 жыл бұрын

    Never I have heater

  • @leenewby2563
    @leenewby25634 жыл бұрын

    No drain tap .... What if you have an issue with the pump and have to drain? Batons under tank... Will the weight of the water crack the tank with the vibration of driving, I thought plastic tanks in a house have to be supported on a flat surface to spread the load and not stress the plastic. ... could you put a board across the batons, the board could be changed if you have an issue.

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hi lee I if the pump packs up I’ll simply change it as it’s above the water line I wound need to drain the tank it’s only 60lt so I could even lift it out if needed 👍😊👍

  • @patrickvanreeth7355

    @patrickvanreeth7355

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@BigVanSmallWorld or just get the pump out, connect a hose instead and siphon the water out (into the jerrycan and fire extinguishers? ;) )

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Haha that’s brilliant 👍

  • @andrewduncan7331
    @andrewduncan73314 жыл бұрын

    Did you ever think that the screw in inspection lid might be better of being the top of the tank

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Probably but I wanted it on it’s side as someone said my chicken my eggs 👍😂👍

  • @David_11111
    @David_111114 жыл бұрын

    what is the output (volts) of the charger for the vacuum ?

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Ooh I see what you’re thinking unfortunately it’s 14v plus it’s a lithium battery so I wouldn’t want to mess it up 👍

  • @lianneedwards8850
    @lianneedwards88503 жыл бұрын

    Can you lower the psi on these I have 1 like this and it will not switch off when I shut my tap off I'm thinking the psi is set to high as there are no leaks it's driving me mad.

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi Lianne some you can adjust there is a screw in the middle of the box on the top of the pump turn it anti clock wise to lower the PSI if it has no screw then it’s not adjustable but don’t panic let me know and I’ll make a video to show you how to take it apart and modify it 👍😊👍

  • @lianneedwards8850

    @lianneedwards8850

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@BigVanSmallWorld that's done the job thank you Mel u star. I ordered a new pump thinking its was broke lol

  • @flbeachinggirl
    @flbeachinggirl4 жыл бұрын

    If the noise gets to your nerves, could you use a foot pump instead?

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Yes that’s a good idea maybe I’ll fit a foot pump for the sink and just use the electric one for the shower 👍👍🍻

  • @phrayzar
    @phrayzar4 жыл бұрын

    I love your channel Mel, but I'm purging all my subs that have so much advertising. They drive me crazy. The reason I started watching KZread is because it was independent people sharing their knowledge and interests. Slowly but surely it's turning into another commercial enterprise.

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    You could become a member of my channel for less than £3.00 a month and see all my videos early and ad free plus your be helping me out and rewarding me for all the hard work that goes into making videos for you this video took me from 9am to 11.30 pm to produce do you not think I deserve a little revenue for that hence the advertising without it KZread wouldn’t exist well maybe it would but all you would get is cute cats thanks for watching my videos I do hope you continue to do so I do really appreciate your feedback and support 👍😊👍

  • @wkdnico
    @wkdnico4 жыл бұрын

    Hi Mel. What size pipe do I need for this pump mate. Thanks.

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    John Guest Push Fit Tube 12mm Pipe From the pump and then I pushed garden pipe over the top of this to connect to the tank 👍😊👍

  • @wkdnico

    @wkdnico

    4 жыл бұрын

    Mel’s Van World thank you so so much. You are my absolute hero and a star. ❤️👍🙏😊

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you 😊

  • @stephenmorgan5100
    @stephenmorgan51002 жыл бұрын

    Hi bud. Mel, the links to tank and pump no longer work!

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    2 жыл бұрын

    thank you buddy

  • @tonytca9439
    @tonytca94394 жыл бұрын

    I guess the fire extinguisher water tank didn't last long then ;) ??

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    It was working really well but no good if I want a hot water heater for a shower unfortunately and because of lockdown it’s made me realise I need to be independent 👍

  • @tonytca9439

    @tonytca9439

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@BigVanSmallWorld I agree and we are all going to be locked down again this winter. Make sure you are always topped up with everything to bug out at a moments notice. These lockdowns can happen so fast even the police don't know its happened to give you time to escape.

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    That’s exactly my way of thinking I need to be prepared 👍😊👍

  • @RemusKingOfRome
    @RemusKingOfRome4 жыл бұрын

    EXACTLY why i will never have a pump in my van, that noise is the worst.

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    I know next mission quite pump down 👍

  • @georgenutter8793
    @georgenutter87934 жыл бұрын

    i see you have been panic buying fray bentos pies

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    No that’s just my normal lol 😂

  • @livingthedreambuildingthedream
    @livingthedreambuildingthedream4 жыл бұрын

    I thought you where fitting an outside shower.....

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Living the dream building the dream. I will but I needed water tank 1st I’m still waiting for the water heater to get delivered 👍😊👍

  • @HANSIs13
    @HANSIs133 жыл бұрын

    Hallo dear dropping my love & support..hope u do they same, see u later..take care

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    3 жыл бұрын

    HANSI's KITCHEN thank you now I feel really hungry 😋

  • @samgould9930
    @samgould99304 жыл бұрын

    Wouldn't it have been easier to just buy one of these bulrusely Portable Camping Shower, Portable Pressure Shower Outdoor Shower Bag 5L/8L, For Travel Hiking Climbing Summer Bathing, Car Truck Outdoor Washing Dog Pet Cleaning Garden Plant by bulrusely

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Probably but you still need water to put in it 👍

  • @samgould9930

    @samgould9930

    4 жыл бұрын

    Sure but no noise just like your sink

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you 😊

  • @munkehpower
    @munkehpower4 жыл бұрын

    you've made it go out of stock

  • @BigVanSmallWorld

    @BigVanSmallWorld

    4 жыл бұрын

    Ohh no 👍😂👍

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