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Building a FULL Shower in a VAN (Cargo Van to Tiny Home Conversion) Ep.2 

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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
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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@Dualex_Builds
@Dualex_Builds Год назад
Thanks for watching! ▬▬▬▬▬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
@gangstalkingsimulation1319
@gangstalkingsimulation1319 Год назад
Any way I can get those instrumentals Im Inspired to RAP 🎤
@nikkinik4188
@nikkinik4188 10 месяцев назад
WOW! You are SO talented! I want to build my own van just like you did; you give me inspiration and hope.. thank you! ❤😊
@Me-ks6eu
@Me-ks6eu 10 месяцев назад
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?
@freejojoey530
@freejojoey530 Год назад
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.
@jules-vk3gv
@jules-vk3gv 7 месяцев назад
Do you have a link on where you brought the tank?
@freejojoey530
@freejojoey530 7 месяцев назад
@@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.
@stanb990
@stanb990 6 месяцев назад
​@@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
@SkoolieBoyQue
@SkoolieBoyQue Год назад
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.
@mikeisgettinupset
@mikeisgettinupset Год назад
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
@byrond2184
@byrond2184 Год назад
Man the way you engineer the spaces in these vans are amazing man!!! You are very talented. Keep up the great work.
@SunflowerandtheBussLady
@SunflowerandtheBussLady Год назад
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. 🥰🙏🏽✌🏽💖
@Joie-de-Vivre33
@Joie-de-Vivre33 Год назад
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!
@RebaKennedy
@RebaKennedy Год назад
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.
@douglasharley2440
@douglasharley2440 Год назад
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. :)
@AnhH88
@AnhH88 Год назад
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.
@mjremy2605
@mjremy2605 Год назад
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.
@douglasharley2440
@douglasharley2440 Год назад
@@mjremy2605 it'd not going to have a locking system when it's cut.
@mjremy2605
@mjremy2605 Год назад
@@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.
@thomasreyes2857
@thomasreyes2857 Год назад
Do you get up every day of your life being so negative 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
@tatiannazutania7751
@tatiannazutania7751 Год назад
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.
@CreshaNicole_DNP
@CreshaNicole_DNP Год назад
I think this is one of the best shower builds I’ve seen on RU-vid. Pretty thorough, especially with tools used. Well done!
@Ginluv0207
@Ginluv0207 Год назад
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.
@naturalflow157
@naturalflow157 Год назад
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. :)
@TheRealBobTheBuilder
@TheRealBobTheBuilder Год назад
Loved the first episode. This is gonna be even better!
@fallenbullseye
@fallenbullseye Год назад
Glad you got your boot off. Bet it feels great - FREEDOM!
@bemccune7671
@bemccune7671 Год назад
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.
@harriettholmes539
@harriettholmes539 Год назад
Intelligent and gifted young man.
@maryjeannedorsey9777
@maryjeannedorsey9777 Год назад
Wow!!! Hard to believe you could manage a shower in the unit! Excited to see the rest of the build! 🎉❤️🎉
@joshuadewitt5272
@joshuadewitt5272 Год назад
You never cease to amaze me man with your ingenuity. Keep up the great content!
@lisadoran8622
@lisadoran8622 Год назад
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!!
@Dualex_Builds
@Dualex_Builds Год назад
Nice rig! Good luck on the rebuild
@clintonflynn815
@clintonflynn815 Год назад
Your vids are not only informative, but easy to watch - thanks!
@renzojansen7183
@renzojansen7183 Год назад
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!
@evanl0125
@evanl0125 Год назад
Editing and overall quality STAYS on the rise, love to see it
@mattheww.4502
@mattheww.4502 5 месяцев назад
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!
@GoOnTravelGetLost
@GoOnTravelGetLost Год назад
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!
@paengsolo2047
@paengsolo2047 Год назад
Nice to see your in good shape again. 👍
@Dualex_Builds
@Dualex_Builds Год назад
Thank you! Feels great to walk on my own 2 feet again
@CoCo-yv3hl
@CoCo-yv3hl Год назад
Try to built look at you being modest 😂 with your skills & creativity etc you’re a gem
@sararibeiro2934
@sararibeiro2934 Год назад
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!
@CihaPet
@CihaPet Год назад
A lot of these projects would be adapted to a specific build. You ever thought about doing an Ambulance conversion build?
@kluv1968
@kluv1968 Год назад
Fantastic job and video! I can't wait for episode 3! Not many RU-vidrs 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!
@aljr118
@aljr118 Год назад
I was just wondering if that tank under the van needs to be insulated against freezing in cold weather climates?
@Dualex_Builds
@Dualex_Builds Год назад
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!
@carolwilkeshoward5629
@carolwilkeshoward5629 Год назад
I was wondering the same thing. Great question some other van lifer said theirs frozen.
@robinmillette3127
@robinmillette3127 Год назад
I love watching you work and one day if I ever do a van 🚐 you are the person for my build.
@kumquatshelly2661
@kumquatshelly2661 Год назад
Hey RU-vid bestie 😘
@Cahnrtiosi
@Cahnrtiosi Год назад
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 🙏🏾
@SimplyElan
@SimplyElan Год назад
I really appreciate your video editing style and how you explain the process of your build. Beautiful job on the shower! 🤩
@CJWolf-st1qi
@CJWolf-st1qi Год назад
The quality is second to none.
@devonbrook2292
@devonbrook2292 Год назад
God has definitely given you a gift and you use it well, by the way your videos are fantastic 👍🏽
@DUNKIN_DEAN
@DUNKIN_DEAN Год назад
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!
@mln1669
@mln1669 9 месяцев назад
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!!❤👍
@dm75thRanger
@dm75thRanger 2 месяца назад
I love your videos and how you show your mistakes and how you correct them.
@3bladeceilingfan304
@3bladeceilingfan304 Год назад
Question - how come you didn't use an " on demand" water heater- they are smaller.? And thank you for this video.
@Dualex_Builds
@Dualex_Builds Год назад
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!
@marsrover001
@marsrover001 Год назад
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.
@anyssarobertsify
@anyssarobertsify Год назад
Great work! I'm building out a bus RN and start the shower next week (hopefully). Keep up the top-knotch work!
@estherstephens1858
@estherstephens1858 Год назад
@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.
@sygamingdrone4319
@sygamingdrone4319 Год назад
Thanks for always making this a great learning channel its truly appreciated
@jeffmiller2403
@jeffmiller2403 Год назад
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.
@lasharonbrown9454
@lasharonbrown9454 Год назад
Love it! Smart design on the shower pan & drainage. Sweet! 🚿
@davidbaron6647
@davidbaron6647 Год назад
Great 2 see your sister again u 2 r amazing
@-...Patricia...-
@-...Patricia...- Год назад
Beautifully done! Nice work!
@tapriciasiwel1198
@tapriciasiwel1198 Год назад
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!!!!!
@dawnkangas2968
@dawnkangas2968 Год назад
Absolutely amazing 😻 you do wonderful work
@BTNomad
@BTNomad Год назад
Great video!! Very informative, and just what I need as I start planning out a box truck conversion. Thanks!
@barbbeck2939
@barbbeck2939 Год назад
Thanks exelent explaining and filming! I looking forward to the next part. 🤛
@auroraoliver4538
@auroraoliver4538 Год назад
wow 😯 looks cool showers fit his fabulous van life this love it ❤👌👏👏🙌
@dominiquedebucquoy-dodley2814
@dominiquedebucquoy-dodley2814 2 месяца назад
Excellent and clear video, helped so much. Thank you!
@clarkzina
@clarkzina Год назад
Your work speaks for itself. Be bless young man
@CalebShaw-fk7xm
@CalebShaw-fk7xm 17 дней назад
Thanks for sharing knowledge to help people out. Great video!
@ronethridge9875
@ronethridge9875 Год назад
looks super-nice design/quality work/a real adventure home for travel/thanks much
@garytrafton6209
@garytrafton6209 Год назад
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.
@Dualex_Builds
@Dualex_Builds Год назад
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
@garytrafton6209
@garytrafton6209 Год назад
@@Dualex_Builds Thanks for the quick response and info. Checking it out now. Thanks again.
@adventurousspirit6628
@adventurousspirit6628 Год назад
Beautiful, and your skills have improved tremendously!
@lynnestamey7272
@lynnestamey7272 Год назад
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.
@jamesellison7982
@jamesellison7982 Год назад
Absolutely wonderful.
@ginamascetti8810
@ginamascetti8810 24 дня назад
Wow! This is such a cool video. It's obvious this was a well-thought-out vision. thank you for sharing.
@garyaaron8425
@garyaaron8425 Год назад
Love it. Mad Skills and grest explanation. Can't wait to see more.
@leanbean8376
@leanbean8376 Год назад
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!!
@cyrilmoussoki3193
@cyrilmoussoki3193 Год назад
Thank you for sharing. I'm so proud of you Bro. Greetings from Valence in Europe France.
@hellodarren
@hellodarren Год назад
Lovely job, looking forward to the next video!
@cynthiadickey3055
@cynthiadickey3055 Год назад
That was a amazing build, thanks for sharing the tank install.
@LarissaWilliams1991
@LarissaWilliams1991 Год назад
I love your work!!! This makes me want to build a camper van so badly!!!
@gcimon8659
@gcimon8659 Год назад
Literally my dream Googled black van conversions and this popped up so cool I love this
@janet1744
@janet1744 Год назад
I'm amazed at your many skill sets.
@laurastevenson2785
@laurastevenson2785 Год назад
Beautifully done, you did it again, I pray that you know how Talented and Blessed you. I always enjoy following you on RU-vid. God Bless you 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️❤️❤️🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️❤️❤️🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️❤️❤️👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾❤️❤️❤️👋🏾👋🏾
@Jerseylance1
@Jerseylance1 Год назад
Yo D, you are very talented bro love your videos my dude✌️🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
@kathleencaparro5485
@kathleencaparro5485 Год назад
Thank you for sharing your knowledge!
@tyson1fan487
@tyson1fan487 Год назад
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.
@mjremy2605
@mjremy2605 Год назад
YOU'RE AN artist, dear man. Correct form.
@natashaoxley2888
@natashaoxley2888 Год назад
The visual representation for this water system sir deserves a *chefs kiss* 😚👌🏽I literally went “Ohhhhhhhh” 😂 by far the most straightforward shower install on RU-vid
@think1500
@think1500 4 месяца назад
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.
@beew290
@beew290 Год назад
Great job. Was looking for a shower build easy video
@jijisuka2708
@jijisuka2708 Год назад
I love the way you video it. The angle of the camera is perfect
@cnel0301
@cnel0301 Год назад
man your work is so awe inspiringm im disabled so i trying to figure our how i could build one of these but i love watching you do it, you got it man.
@theUcane
@theUcane Год назад
You are SOOOOO good at this! Skills for days, man. Great work!
@cheddar2848
@cheddar2848 Год назад
Wow the shower is impressive 😍 awesome!
@Roma106CCP
@Roma106CCP Год назад
Another Spectacular build👍🏾🔥👏🏾👊🏾
@myjoyquest
@myjoyquest Год назад
Nice job! Can't wait to see all the finishing touches!
@wolfsmith2865
@wolfsmith2865 Год назад
Another great vid. No less than the best. Once again I learned more from you.
@HiepNguyen-zs4up
@HiepNguyen-zs4up Год назад
Good job quality work!!!👍👍👍👍👍
@nicolewhite1379
@nicolewhite1379 Год назад
So I am a new subscriber just found your channel today I’m trying to build a van to use during school because tuition is already high and I can’t afford living on campus so I figured Vanlife would be good and your videos when I tell you they are awesome and I loved every one of them that I’ve watched so far.
@jimmydeen58
@jimmydeen58 Год назад
Looks AMAZING!!
@cooperdog9956
@cooperdog9956 Год назад
Thank you for sharing!
@AshleyJones-vd3lj
@AshleyJones-vd3lj Год назад
Love your work, bro. I've learned alot from the last shower build you did..my shower is set up the same way in our camper. I'm doing the palisade tiles rather than the corrugated metal walls in our neo angle corner shower. My question is when you have the tiles up, what should we do to trim off the sides and ceiling without paying for palisades trim kit? Would love to see how you trim this shower off. Thanks in advance, and keep up the great work!
@twopeasinapodus
@twopeasinapodus Год назад
Always love your work, and your videos are quite the vibe.
@danielangell3855
@danielangell3855 Год назад
I love watching your videos and amazed at your skills.
@paullopes846
@paullopes846 Год назад
You are very talented 👏 Good job. 👍
@mikezaccario8861
@mikezaccario8861 7 месяцев назад
You are extremely talented fabricator keep up great work
@heatherfeather1293
@heatherfeather1293 6 месяцев назад
Beautiful! I'd love to buy one of your vans
@sheybaby6504
@sheybaby6504 Год назад
Awesome I’ve been waiting on this nice job so far!!
@mitchwinder1204
@mitchwinder1204 Год назад
Whoa, you can score that liner material? Nice!
@Emazing941
@Emazing941 Год назад
Thanks for all the great van ideas keep it up bro.....
@bonniepwtf
@bonniepwtf Год назад
Top notch job, as always.
@1901bikerboy1901
@1901bikerboy1901 Год назад
Soo talented love the editing skills and the way you film
@kimmillynn2161
@kimmillynn2161 Год назад
You are so skilled!!
@mikescomputercorner1204
@mikescomputercorner1204 Год назад
Love your work young man.. !!
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