Replacing a bathroom faucet should be one of the easiest Do-It-Yourself modifications one can do in an RV. Rule No. Appreciate the video! Its more then what most people our age can do these days. Do you want a faucet with a high neck so you can better wash pots and pans in a shallow sink? Love reading your posts and following your travels. Next, consider your price range and aesthetic preferences. They have a faux metal finish, and all plastic interior components. Seriously I probably invested 40+ hours into this video along with the article and Nikki invested a solid 10 hours. Thread the flex hoses hand-tight on to the new faucet threads on the hot and cold sides. 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Great video, I have to do this project on my HI-LO and now I wont feel bad when I tell my wife that you taught me how to do itboth ways. I think you should put a bigger one in. Metal faucets tend to last longer than plastic ones, and a nickel or chrome finish is likely to stand the test of time, unless youre looking for something more trendy. 2 12 Flex Hoses with female connections. This really depends on the manufacturer of the new faucet and does not affect the install in any way. Replacing the faucet with a better quality one is actually fairly easy and usually requires no tools. I love the way you guys share the fun and the adventures of life on the road. That should do it on replacing your bathroom faucet. This allows me to get my hands under the faucet without hitting the sink. You may be interested in my Honey Do Project Rating! Here is a link to their video if interested. Cheers Im totally out of ideas and hate to pay someone just to turn a couple of rings when I know I can do the rest of the job. Im sure a standard faucet will work fine. It felt like an eternity to install something so simple. This can be a very large mistake with the hardware store more then 30 miles away! If no leaks are seen under the faucet at the new connections, test the water flow from the new faucet. Unscrew the connector from the end of both hot and cold fittings under the mounted faucet. 9. In fact its so easy I told Nikki I wont even need any tools and it should only take me an hour! Youve given me confidence and I cant thank you enough. Good job. You remember which one was hot, right? And really, thats not just our humble opinion. Be careful when working with plastics in these types of applications. As always, thanks to our teammates who support the channel by watching the YouTube Ads and by starting their shopping from the On The Road Amazon Storefront at:amazon.com/shop/johnmarucci. Thank you for such accurate, easy to follow information. RDAP READ DIRECTIONS AFTER PROJECT yes or no Like most engineers, you do the math to the gnats a__, then multiply by 2. I feel your pain, for me all plumbing jobs are to be avoided at all costs unless water is running all over the floors. Apparently, some of these threads tend to leak. Also, Id always add in Mickey Mouse for additional unforeseen material requirements. Ive been living full time in my 2007 Four Winds Hurricane since 2015 and things happen over time. At least you were finally successful! Just one thing you put the Teflon tape on the wrong direction . I would argue that replacing the kitchen or bathroom sink in your RV is one of the absolute easiest repair jobs you may ever need to do. because I would have paid someone else to do it! Dig Deeper Blog Updates, Camco RV Water Tank Filler with Shutoff Valve*, RV News Latest RV Trends, Recent Trip Expenses, Starlink Satellite Internet on the Road, RV News Starlink Internet for RVers and the Latest RV Trends, RV News Dealer Lots Filling Up & Record RV Shipments. in. That was great and honest I have done the same things in the past. Im thinking of replacing the plastic piping now that Im in a bigger townIll make sure to run the Teflon tape correctly this time. Always put a layer of plumbers putty between the faucet fixture and the counter, this will make sure water doesnt migrate under the countertop and cause water damage. Looks like you and I went to the same school of RV repair. I emailed the marketing manager and this was his response: Great Feedback, I sent your email to the COO and Chief Engineer and we agree; all 2015 Excursions will have new faucets in the bathroom. Then I received an email from the Senior Owners Relations Rep Looks like the faucet in the Expedition should fit no problem. And this is where it gets fun: Follow-up email from the marketing manager Were sending the new faucet, should be an easy swapand itll make a fun video! Ill man up like you and just say it always takes me longer than I think to do one of my easy projects. Attempting a do-it-yourself handy man project and making silly mistakes along the way really helps me with some life lessons: We still think a majority of bathroom faucet setups are complete crap in RVs, so theres a good chance well be doing this again in a future RV or Sailboat. 2) Perhaps you should have checked under the bathroom in the storage area to see if the flexible pipe had some slack available. Only that I felt I was getting long winded again. OPS. You do get penilized for continuing a plumbing project after 7:15 pm . Next time you visit a hardware store ask to have them show you a faucet wrench. Good by boat! I also applied a thin layer of Plumbers Putty Tape under the faucet fixture to prevent splashed water from seeping under the fixture. The faucet can then easily be lifted out from above. If a small leak is present try to tighten or completely remove the connection and reinstall. Click here to sign up for reminders when new blogs are posted. I love the video. I ran out of stuff to do so I bought a vintage Airstream. Keep up the great work! Every so often we would see a small amount of water on the floor under the sink for no apparent reason. Now that sink is ridiculously small. So glad you still posted the video I then opened the RV's low point drain to remove any water from the lines. This past winter while camping in Florida, we decided to try to tackle the issue. I agreeMost RV lav faucets are not user friendly. Because hes the one that has to do it. We have enjoyed this new faucet very much and would recommend it to anyone who is interested. Ive tried to using a wrench, vice grips, WD40 and banging on them. Do yourself another favor, and double check your connections before turning the water back on. In most cases, the job will not even require any tools. Try busting the plastic pipes off with a screwdriver or pliers from below or with a hammer and pry-bar from the top. Great Job!!! As you can see it really is a simple swap, you dont need a lot of tools, theres no cutting, gluing, or any real modifications. I really have enjoyed the how to/tech videos. Awesome, glad to be of help Jon. If I wouldnt have hit any bumps in the install I could have had this faucet replaced in less than one hour. In any case your calm behavior after 5 hours was mighty impressive. Its best to double check your current faucet by removing it and taking it into the hardware store with you. Can someone please help? Nice work, have a beer on me! Once youve made sure there are no leaks, run the water for a few minutes to flush out any debris from your RV faucets. vacation. BAU. While cleaning after the install I picked up the plastic faucet shank extension box and on the back it reads. I even had a man try to turn them, unsuccessfully. We could see all your leaks over & over very clearly! Instead of simply choosing based on looks, think about what you really want from your RV shower valve or camper faucet. Just a learning curve. RDAP yes Insert an adapter in each cut pipe and snug the pinch clamp up to the adapter. If your not sure which sink or faucet is going to work with your RV please Contact Us and our knowable staff will help you get back up and running. After living with Roy for a few weeks we realized the bathroom faucet needed to be replaced. Take off the nuts or screws that connect the faucet to the sink or shower. oh my, my, my, Jason, youre so honest its fun to watch. Use the PEX cutting tool and cut the original PEX pipes at the marks on both the hot and cold pipes. Do not over tighten. (Trust me, Ive been there, done that). I have the same problem, but I dont think I have the clearance under the medicine cabinet to replace it. For all the. I dont have the upper body strength given the angle, shelf, and lack of space. oh man wed love to visit the outer banks again! See all our photos. Otherwise, you kept at it and did a good job. Once you are certain all the connections are dry the air must be purged from the water lines. Once a year, consider removing the aerator from your RV kitchen faucets or bathroom faucets. Jason I admire your willingness to attempt this type of alteration and to do a video documentary on the process. 2 PEX crimp x MNPT brass male adapters, 8. (Thanks to Larry for suggesting this addition. This is just how projects goI figure A least a couple trips back as par for the course. This bathroom sink replacement would be included in this statement, since you can pick up a very nice metal faucet at a big-box home improvement store for not all that much money.
Keep up the helpful videos. Ive also done some of the same knuckle head moves.
If you come to the outer banks would love to meet you. Here at RVupgrades we carry all types of sinks and faucets made by many different manufacturer's that are durable and designed to last as long as your RV. I hope this video and post will make your life a little easier when it comes time to replace your RV faucet, after all thats why I keep making these ridiculous install videos! Always read the directions, measure, and assemble tools first! Jim,. Insert the water supply lines to their corresponding sides. I would keep an eye for a leak in the cold supply line. Those can be tricky for sure. I only wish I could have heard the language after you turned off the camera! Thank you! virtual High Five on its WAY.BAM! In this blog Ill walk through a solution for an RV bathroom faucet leak. On the other hand your video skills are top notch! I consider myself a pretty good DIYer but no two projects are ever the same. In your case you will probably only need one once or twice a lifetime but it would have greatly reduced the pain of your recent adventure!
Yo Jason, Thats OK. Engines with my knees on the exhaust manifolds trying to replace a blower motor four months later I had to have a complete knee replacement. 15. Im sure you can guess my response: Did you see my How Not To Install a Composting Toilet Video?!? We just might park in your driveway for a few weeksweve got some upgrades to do just to get it straight: I can park at your place and you will give me beer, tools and assistance in repairs? Marc was also saying You forgot the locking nuts but I think he realized you wouldnt hear LOL. Jacksonville ,Florida. Phoenix Faucets provides you with quality and durability that will last, along with all the repair parts you could need for a quick and easy fix. I have moved, changed, painted and built something in every inch of my house. 4. Great to know those extenders exist! So while your may have to go back to plumbing school, your photography skills are looking good! Remove the plastic retaining nuts from the threaded faucet water supply pipes which hold the fixture in place. Like I always tell Nikki: You get what you pay for! Some advice: I love the cat . Feeling your pain! 179 days, 15 hours, 32 minutes and 50 secondsBut whos counting? Now it's time to remove the old faucet. Thank you again, I hate filming these how to videos because it takes so long to put together with all my mistakes.but one day Ill do it right and the video will be easy to film and create . First, youll want to head to your local hardware store to pick out a replacement faucet. You might think trips can, Copyright 2022 RVshare.com As someone that hates plumbing projects I could feel your pain and really appreciated your colorful language. We, If youve been driving around town recently, then you have most likely noticed that the price of gasoline is reaching, Summers in full swing and its the perfect time for a family (or friends!) I didn't even mention Starlink in this post Ed. Most inexpensive cheap RV faucets are just that, cheap. If youre replacing the faucet yourself, the hardest part of the whole project will be that the faucet fittings are located behind the sink and may be hard to get at. 6. When working on plumbing or any other service its always best to do it Monday Friday 8 AM to 4 PM. Now its time to get started with the replacement process: To keep your faucet and faucet parts in tip-top shape, regular maintenance should be a part of your routine. This is a *priceless* video. Eco-Friendly RV Wash Gear Gets Bugs Off, Fast! Hope this isnt the last DIY video, they are fun and I give Jason credit for posting the video. Ditto Lous comment regarding the time it actually takes to complete a project. Remember to sign-up for blog reminders so you dont miss when new blogs are posted. You can find replacement faucets on Amazon, big box stores or plumbing suppliers. Kudos to Nikki to not voice over with I told you so. If the connectors are not seated properly, panic may ensue. As a professional photographer and videographer I really enjoy your work. 5. Congratulations how staying the course and finishing! The sad part is I find myself talking to you as I watch,, Jason, wait your forgetting the locking nuts on the counter just to hear my wife remind meRick he cant hear you its a video. Many RVs come with a plastic bathroom faucet that leaves much to be desired. If the problem lies with the faucet, the seat washer is most likely the part that needs to be replaced. Glad to see you prevailed in the end.. and faucet shank extenders! I used to say that working on my boat and every little project took longer than expected. 1 nothing is easy! Gee Ed, pretty harsh and exactly the kind of behavior you are condemning. I purchased mine right from Amazon for less than $35. Nice job. TU 2 Watch the video below to see how I installed an RV bathroom faucet, Read and watch Cleaning Flushing and Descaling an RV Water Heater - How to Clean and Maintain, See Dura Faucet 6 Inch Spout on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3cOWYcb, See Homelody Bathroom Faucet on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3cRuRZR, See Phiestina Bathroom Faucet on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2zgISl9, See Vccucine Contemporary Faucet on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3e2M5Uf, See Phoenix Single Lever Faucet on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3e4O1Ma, You can also visit RV Habit's Amazon Page for all the great items we use at, As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases, #rvtricks #rvtips #rvupgrades #rvmods #rvplumbing #rvfaucet #rvwater, Copyright 2017-2022 RV HABIT - All Rights Reserved.