Building a FULL Shower in a VAN (Cargo Van to Tiny Home Conversion) Ep.2
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0:00 - Intro
0:26 - Insulating & Framing the wall
1:46 - Adding a drain hole
3:25 - Plywood Shower Walls
4:16 - Installing the Shower Pan
5:32 - Waterproofing the Shower Stall
6:20 - Wall Tiles
9:05 - Building water cabinet/bench
9:32 - Plumbing Explanation
13:28 - Testing the Shower
16:01 - Gray water tank
18:12 - Final Reveal
Building a FULL Shower in a VAN (Cargo Van to Tiny Home Conversion)
I'm in the middle of building a cargo van into a tiny home for a subscriber of this youtube channel. In this episode, I'm building a full shower equipped with a rain-head shower faucet, shower wand and fully pressurized hot running water.
Before building the shower, I insulated the wall behind it with wool insulation. Next I framed the wall where I wanted to secure it to the metal shell of the cargo van itself. Then I used a combination of 1/4" an 1/2" plywood to make the three walls of the shower.
I drilled a hole though the floor of the van for the drain of the shower. I then installed the shower pan and covered the cracks in the wall connections with flashing tape.
The final step in water proofing was to roll on several coats of waterproof membrane onto the plywood walls. Once this was complete, I added PVC wall tiles to the plywood walls to give the aesthetic of a traditional shower.
Plumbing:
I used a 16 gallon fresh water tank to supply the water system that I installed. The water pump pressurizes the system and pulls water from the fresh water tank into an electric water heater and then the cold and hot water lines connect to the shower faucet.
Drainage:
I used aluminum brazing to make a sturdy frame for a gray water tank to be mounted underneath the van. I used rivnuts to attach the gray water tank frame to the solid metal frame of the vehicle. Then I connected the drain hose from the shower to the gray water tank and added a gravity powered spout for easy drainage of the gray water tank.
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▬▬▬▬▬VIDEO CONTENTS▬▬▬▬▬▬
0:00 - Intro
0:26 - Insulating & Framing the wall
1:46 - Adding a drain hole
3:25 - Plywood Shower Walls
4:16 - Installing the Shower Pan
5:32 - Waterproofing the Shower Stall
6:20 - Wall Tiles
9:05 - Building water cabinet/bench
9:32 - Plumbing Explanation
13:28 - Testing the Shower
16:01 - Gray water tank
18:12 - Final Reveal
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WOW! You are SO talented! I want to build my own van just like you did; you give me inspiration and hope.. thank you! ❤😊
Amazing thank You!! I had to watch this video several times because it's so detailed, 1 question, what type of rivnuts are those used for the water tank?
1) this shower is nicer than the one in my master bedroom. 2) this man should have his own show on like HGTV or DIY network or something
Dude, the way you bent and "jerry rig" welded that bracket, I'm over here missin' my shop days. Adding that thread insert to help secure that water tank was fucking genius. I love your work, Man.
Thanks! Your work is amazing, explained in a concise manner, and your demonstration helps so much to understand how to do the projects correctly. I can’t wait to see how you hook up the city water inlet, as well as solar. I am still stumped by that! You are much appreciated. 🥰🙏🏽✌🏽💖
Man the way you engineer the spaces in these vans are amazing man!!! You are very talented. Keep up the great work.
I always say this but it’s always true - your explanations are so clear I have confidence that I can do this myself. Thank you!
Question: Have you ever thought about designing a "rain collection system" so you won't have to constantly refill fresh water? All you need is water filters and UV lights to clean the rain water for consumption. But, you can stay off grid longer if you have a "rain water collection system". Just something to ponder. :)
I love this series. You are AWESOME!! I like that you show your mistakes and how to fix them. I think that is as helpful as showing it done the correct way. We all make mistakes. It's nice to know how to fix them.
Awesome job! I love how you mounted the tank underneath. Looks hella strong! A tip for you if you want immediate and consistent pressure from your water pump, you should put in an accumulator tank. It's like a little air pressure tank that goes just past your pump in the system. I put one in after my first build and it's amazing how much pressure I have as soon as I turn on the faucet. I also have about 20 seconds of pressure if the pump is switched off.
Do you have a link on where you brought the tank?
@@jules-vk3gvyou're replying to ME and the person in the video likely didn't get your question. You should post your question as an original comment instead of a reply to someone else's comment so it gets noticed by the video maker.
@@freejojoey530YOU'RE the one who posted about the accumulator tank that YOU used
Dualex is not going to be able to tell us what YOU used
I think this is one of the best shower builds I’ve seen on TH-cam. Pretty thorough, especially with tools used. Well done!
You are truly my inspiration, watching this has been really helping me to realize how much I have given power to other people and what they think of me, instead of chasing my dreams and believing in myself. I have struggled with stress and low esteem for too long, and it's time to change it. Thank you for sharing your journey with us and inspiring us. Wishing you the best on your journey. :)
DualEx you're making this look easy, but I it's because you are a pro at this. Keep up the great builds. I'm loving it.
I can't begin to thank you enough. You actually explain how to do things so well.I'm comfortable around powertools and building but have never done plumbing and electrical, you're videos give me confidence that I can actually learn and build these things. THANK YOU DUALEX!
DualEx, I'd advice as a plumber. To use Viega for your plumbing systems. Sure it's a lot more expensive, though wayy more reliable!
nice little shower! however, the fewer cuts on those shower wall pieces, the better...no matter how amazingly well your cutie-pie sister caulks, *water finds a way.* also, just the cold-warm cycling, and road vibrations will lead to tiny little pull-aways from the caulk-edge interface, and water will seep in, or condensate. not too big of a deal because of your 4 coats of red guard, but let the material work for you, not against you. :)
I was also worried about that tiled shower. It would have been better to go with a one piece metal insert but I’m sure he did that bc the client wants that wall title. Vinyl is better than actual tiles but it will not hold up over time.
This tile is probably the Palram brand or similar. It is tongue in groove for most part so you already have a locking system. Caulk is additional. Considering how little the shower it used - one shower a day at most, it should hold up for a long time. The looks are stylish marble and the material is very lightweight. Sure beats ceramic or heavy glass tile. The one piece inserts (which I have) are a royal pain to clean with soap scum and water spots all over. They are butt ugly, and yellow with time becoming uglier, yuck! What choices do you have really? Metal inserts have other issues and are pricey, heavy, hard to cut, etc. Tile is too heavy. FRP sheets are hard to find in decent colors and large, heavy, cumbersome to install. Make one mistake in cut and whole sheet is ruined. This is a good solution. When it degrades, replace it.
@@mjremy2605 it'd not going to have a locking system when it's cut.
@@douglasharley2440 Yes, you are right. Only in places though. This vinyl tile comes in 12 x 24" size so you have to cut some ends. Not too many hopefully.
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Seriously, each one of your videos seems to be more professional than the next -- both in the content as well as in the videography itself. Especially loved the graphics in this one. You're such a pro. And such a great teacher. Seriously, if you aren't offering online courses on the basics of building, JMHO, you SHOULD. Amazing job.
Editing and overall quality STAYS on the rise, love to see it
Intelligent and gifted young man.
I love your videos and how you show your mistakes and how you correct them.
Glad you got your boot off. Bet it feels great - FREEDOM!
The quality is second to none.
AWSOME job. Really like how you did everything took your time and did things the right way. Fit and finish looks really good 👍
Your vids are not only informative, but easy to watch - thanks!
Absolutely incredible. Your ability to figure out things in your mind and then create them is an amazing skill. I really enjoy watching your builds!
Wow!!! Hard to believe you could manage a shower in the unit! Excited to see the rest of the build! 🎉❤️🎉
May the Lord continue to Bless n keep YOU!!!! I pray a hedge of protection around about u n urs in the name of the Lord!!!!!
Loved the first episode. This is gonna be even better!
Fantastic job and video! I can't wait for episode 3! Not many TH-camrs who are converting vans, show how they run their water lines from the driver's side to the passenger side. I look forward to how you do it!
Keep up the good work!
Hi, HI DualEx, I hope that you are doing great. Also, I just want to say that I love all the things you do. You are an amazing creative man, I wish you could do a little home for me.
Thanks for sharing, I learn new things from you, I would like to have the ability that you have doing this. Thank you so much!!❤👍
Great Video! Awesome job giving a comprehensive guide on how to build a shower. I’m building my first van ever and this has helped me a lot. Thank you!
Hi! I drive a 71' VW Bus-and I luv watching the beautiful work you do! I'm currently planning my wooden slat headliner, you're very talented!!
Nice rig! Good luck on the rebuild
Thank you for the video. I really enjoy watching you build. You are so thorough and clear with your videography that I can always refer to your videos when I need info for myself. Keep up the great work!
You never cease to amaze me man with your ingenuity. Keep up the great content!
Literally my dream Googled black van conversions and this popped up so cool I love this
I really appreciate your video editing style and how you explain the process of your build. Beautiful job on the shower! 🤩
I'm amazed at your many skill sets.
You sir are very impressive with your knowledge and ability at such a young age. Some people can develop a good plan and some people can execute that plan, but it is the rare individual that can do both. I enjoy your videos and look forward to the next. As already said, your explanations and presentations are flawless.
Cool plumbing diagram. I'm curious tho, have you considered including a small accumulator tank for the water pressure consistency? It makes for a MUCH more pleasant user experience. Great work, I enjoy your videos.
Nice to see your in good shape again. 👍
Thank you! Feels great to walk on my own 2 feet again
A lot of these projects would be adapted to a specific build. You ever thought about doing an Ambulance conversion build?
Perfection!! Thank you so much for explaining the way that only you can!!
You are extremely talented fabricator keep up great work
God has definitely given you a gift and you use it well, by the way your videos are fantastic 👍🏽
Love the shower, well done.🏴
Love it! Smart design on the shower pan & drainage. Sweet! 🚿
The visual representation for this water system sir deserves a *chefs kiss* 😚👌🏽I literally went “Ohhhhhhhh” 😂 by far the most straightforward shower install on TH-cam
Thanks for always making this a great learning channel its truly appreciated
Try to built look at you being modest 😂 with your skills & creativity etc you’re a gem
🔥🔥🔥 shower and video quality 📈
Absolutely wonderful.
Excellent as usual! Because of you I built my massage spa in my Sprinter. I could have used you but I did alright! Lol. Thinking about making a channel. Cool seeing Sis helping. Thank You 🙏🏾
Another Spectacular build👍🏾🔥👏🏾👊🏾
Great work! I'm building out a bus RN and start the shower next week (hopefully). Keep up the top-knotch work!
Thanks for sharing knowledge to help people out. Great video!
Beautifully done! Nice work!
DualEx, you certainly have mad skill in all areas. You're very impressive with the build and your explanations should be a good reference for others who do not have the knowledge to do this. Thanks for sharing, I am a new subscriber.
I love watching you work and one day if I ever do a van 🚐 you are the person for my build.
Hey TH-cam bestie 😘
Wow! This is such a cool video. It's obvious this was a well-thought-out vision. thank you for sharing.
Great 2 see your sister again u 2 r amazing
you made this look so easy! Thank you for breaking down how you framed in the shower walls Im struggling to figure out the best way to do it. And im going to copy your method.
Whoa, you can score that liner material? Nice!
wow 😯 looks cool showers fit his fabulous van life this love it ❤👌👏👏🙌
I'm happy your CUTE sister came through to help out.
Gone be beautiful
Excellent and clear video, helped so much. Thank you!
Thank you for sharing.
I'm so proud of you Bro.
Greetings from Valence in Europe France.
Yo D, you are very talented bro love your videos my dude✌️🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Totally awesome Bro! Shower, kitchen, & a place to lay your head is major for me & of course some type waste disposal! It's on!
Matter of fact, I went even farther thing of a mini blk water tank underneath for a flushable toilet!🤔...Thanks for this shower build review!!
Beautifully done, you did it again, I pray that you know how Talented and Blessed you. I always enjoy following you on TH-cam. God Bless you 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️❤️❤️🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️❤️❤️🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️❤️❤️👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾❤️❤️❤️👋🏾👋🏾
looks super-nice design/quality work/a real adventure home for travel/thanks much
Looks AMAZING!!
You're so talented! I love seeing these amazing masterpieces. I've been following your channel from your first van. Your a Artist and it shows through your creativity and incredible builds.
YOU'RE AN artist, dear man. Correct form.
Talented Talented 👑❗❗👍
Wow the shower is impressive 😍 awesome!
omg! its everything!
I need a teardrop from you!!
Good job quality work!!!👍👍👍👍👍
Your sister is an artist isn't she? The way she laid the silicone spoke volumes!
I love this build.
Pure talent
Your work speaks for itself. Be bless young man
@Dual Ex did you hold off on finishing the previous build on the smaller van? I know I’m going to love the end result of this one as much as your other builds. As always your work is amazing and gets better EVERY time.
I love your work!!! This makes me want to build a camper van so badly!!!
this is beautiful man
you might look into using pool paint for future showers.
Amazing work man, you are the Goat
I appreciate that! Thanks for watching
Absolutely amazing 😻 you do wonderful work
Lovely job, looking forward to the next video!
Do and pickup truck pappy cap conversion so I can steal these ideas
You are a creative Beast!!!
Question - how come you didn't use an " on demand" water heater- they are smaller.?
And thank you for this video.
I believe the on demand water heaters are all powered by propane, but I’m not using any propane in this van build so these mini electric tank heaters are the next best thing. I’m glad you liked the video. Thanks for watching!
An on demand electric hot water heater draws too much power, but spreading the load out through the day let's you use a smaller battery and inverter.
You can design & build anything, my challenge for you is the devise a quieter pump❣️
Damn simply a damn genius
As always, so cool!❤
Another great vid. No less than the best. Once again I learned more from you.
You are very talented 👏 Good job. 👍
I was just wondering if that tank under the van needs to be insulated against freezing in cold weather climates?
I’m going to add a tank heater for cold climates. It’s rated for hot temperatures so it should be okay but I can always make adjustments later!
I was wondering the same thing. Great question some other van lifer said theirs frozen.
I want to do this when I get a big van awesome job man
Love your work young man.. !!
Glad to see you back on both legs again. I have a question though. When mounting the grey water tank you drilled holes in the frame and then inserted an item with threads for mounting. I'm not familiar with that process. I'd like to be. Perhaps I'm the only person who is clueless about that. I re-ran the video in case I missed something and read the comments to see if someone else had already asked but it appears I'm alone on this. What is that process and where can I get more info? Thank you. Great video (as always) and thanks for sharing.
I was using a rivet nut tool. It’s similar to a traditional rivet gun but instead of leaving a pop rivet it leaves a threaded insert that can hold a bolt. You can get a rivet nut kit on Amazon for a relatively low price and secure things to metal very easily and securely
@@Dualex_Builds Thanks for the quick response and info. Checking it out now. Thanks again.