Replacement sink faucet. Pretty easy job. Didn't really like the single handle one that wobbled real bad. I like the looks of this one better too.
Duro
Nice choice of faucet... but can you wash your hair under it??? ;D
Nope Lazy Bones my wife says my head is to fat to fit in that little sink anyway. 😂
My replacement faucet is much the same as yours but with a hi-rise nozzle, adequate to wash one's hair. However, I still use the shower for that purpose. :) ;D :D Old habits die hard!
I looked at one of the higher nozzle models. But was afraid of it splashing all over.
"... was afraid of it splashing ..."
With the built in aerator I get one solid stream directly into the bowl, more than adequate to wash your hands and far easier than the OEM faucet. ;)
I did the same in the kitchen sink and now Lazy Bones 2 uses it to wash her hair. ::)
I can use both bathroom and kitchen sinks now to wash my hair 😊🚐 Thanks to the hi-rise faucets dad up graded to.
Duro
Nice choice of faucet... but can you wash your hair under it??? ;D
Like some others, I used a high-rise faucet - in our case a nicely finished Delta bar faucet:
Delta Foundations 2-Handle Bar Faucet in Chrome-B28910LF - The Home Depot (http://www.homedepot.com/p/Delta-Foundations-2-Handle-Bar-Faucet-in-Chrome-B28910LF/203621739)
The quarter-turn valves give excellent and precise control, and you could also wash your hair beneath. You can also rotate the stem 90 degrees out of the way and have full access to the sink, which we do for quick wash-ups. It is also high enough to use a clip-on PUR faucet filter, and still fit a tall glass or coffeepot underneath. We unclip the filter for travel. No issues with water missing the sink.
Steve
A comment on bath faucet replacement: I replaced shower head and hose and the bath faucet in my 2003 TK a couple of years ago; choices of a suitable faucet with a shower diverter were very limited. I don't know if the later model/current TKs still require a faucet with a shower diverter, or what the set-up is in other models and years, but on my 2003 TK, it was find a faucet with a diverter or don't use the shower.
As ever, YMMV.
A comment on bath faucet replacement: I replaced shower head and hose and the bath faucet in my 2003 TK a couple of years ago; choices of a suitable faucet with a shower diverter were very limited. I don't know if the later model/current TKs still require a faucet with a shower diverter, or what the set-up is in other models and years, but on my 2003 TK, it was find a faucet with a diverter or don't use the shower.
As ever, YMMV.
That is my next project. I had to order a faucet with a diverter. The only difference is the diverter is on top on the new one. Where the original was on the bottom. The one I ordered matches the sink faucet.
Since this weekend was fair, sunny and warm I decided it was time to do a complete renovation of my 13 year old tub/shower fixtures in my '04 30'IB.
Took a while to acquire the desired parts but once that was at an end the fun began. Removing the old discolored and tacky faucet/diverter and shower head was drop dead simple, didn't need one tool except for the shower head holder where a Phillips Head came in handy.
Installation of the new fixtures went well, once I'd read the instructions and scrutinized the parts over and over. Once assembled a brief pressure test did not reveal any leaks so after I've watched it for a while more I think I'm good to go. I'm anxious to see what spray patterns can be had from the Oxygenic 'Fury' shower head. ;D
Like some others, I used a high-rise faucet - in our case a nicely finished Delta bar faucet:
Delta Foundations 2-Handle Bar Faucet in Chrome-B28910LF - The Home Depot (http://www.homedepot.com/p/Delta-Foundations-2-Handle-Bar-Faucet-in-Chrome-B28910LF/203621739)
The quarter-turn valves give excellent and precise control, and you could also wash your hair beneath. You can also rotate the stem 90 degrees out of the way and have full access to the sink, which we do for quick wash-ups. It is also high enough to use a clip-on PUR faucet filter, and still fit a tall glass or coffeepot underneath. We unclip the filter for travel. No issues with water missing the sink.
Steve
Do you miss the pull-out faucet (if you had it)? Any matching/fitting problems with existing holes, etc?
Chris
I cannot answer for Steve and his hi-rise bar faucet Chris but here is what I installed in my kitchen after the hose on my OEM sprung a leak.
Amazon.com: Dura Faucet (DF-NMK861-SN) Hi-Rise Pull-out RV Kitchen Faucet -... (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HYIBFYG/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)
It's somewhat larger over all and higher as well but it's actually a better fit for my usage than the original. I did have to order an aftermarket base plate however because the faucet did not come with one. :)
Now to the current installation of my renovated shower system. A sustained pressure/leak test this AM indicates that I'm good to go with nary a hint of extraneous moisture anywhere. And that Oxygenic Fury shower head is going to be a huge improvement over the original, what with it's five (5) different spray patterns. ;D
Do you miss the pull-out faucet (if you had it)? Any matching/fitting problems with existing holes, etc?
Chris, the faucet pictured is on the bath sink. Our kitchen still has the pull-out faucet. BUT, I made an extension out of a couple short pieces of white pvc that put the faucet further out over the larger sink and higher, so washing pots is far easier now.
Chris, the faucet pictured is on the bath sink. Our kitchen still has the pull-out faucet. BUT, I made an extension out of a couple short pieces of white pvc that put the faucet further out over the larger sink and higher, so washing pots is far easier now.
Very clever, Steve. Thanks for the clarification.
Chris
A replacement BR faucet is still on our list, but we haven't found one that we like so far. We're continuing the search.
TRAXLESS
Moen is a very high quality brand and I have one of their faucets in my bath. The critical dimension is the depth of that small space, front to back, where you have to mount it. The link below will take you to an item, while possibly not the vintage of mine, it is very close. The height of the spout was what sealed the deal for me. The install was not something I wanted to undertake ('04 30'IB) so I had a plumber with slender, strong and flexible hands do the work. ;D
Moen 6121 Bathroom Faucet - Build.com (https://www.build.com/moen-6121-bathroom-faucet/s277368#)
Thanks Lazy Bones. Nice looking faucet. DW wants a 2 handle. I don't care as long as it works. So it will be a 2 handle. 😃
I just installed this single handle bath faucet I picked up at CW. 4" Brushed Nickel Lavatory Faucet (http://www.campingworld.com/shopping/item/4-lavatory-faucet/74351). It is also available in chrome. I am pleased with the quality and the taller spout is an improvement from the original faucet. The fit and plumbing connections were a perfect match in our 2005 MB. The longest part of the job was removing the original LD sealant from the counter top. I did remove the cabinet door (4 screws) to make it easier to reach the underside of the sink and discovered that it is not difficult to reach the plumbing fittings while sitting on the edge of the shower.
Continuation of my earlier post...
" And that Oxygenic Fury shower head is going to be a huge improvement over the original, what with it's five (5) different spray patterns."
While I am still pleased with the updated shower head there have been some issues! At first, although I was doubtful about the double sided tape that was provided to anchor the wall fixture, I went ahead with that tape alone. My suspicions were born true when the shower head, fixture and all, wound up on the shower floor.
The original had used a screw so I located a 2" SS pan head that would serve. Today it went back up. I seriously doubt if it's going to fail a second time, short of the plastic going south. ;D
Steve,
I installed the Eco Camel Shower head a while back and it is a welcome change from the OEM that LD installed.
Curious about your 5 settings and one screw attachment I located a product review on YouTube. As the review progressed a caption flashed across the video. I screen capped it for you in case you might have missed the additional hole in the mounting hardware for a second screw.
I think I'll stick with the Eco Camel as my DW may be tempted to spend a little too much time enjoying the 5 settings on the Oxygenic Fury.
Here's the review: https://youtu.be/5JaX8OtCAII
Included is the screen capture.
Enjoy your shower.
Kent
My Airstream came with a pull-out Grohe kitchen faucet (https://www.ebay.com/p/GROHE-30271000-Starlight-Chrome-Essence-Pullout-Spray-Kitchen-Faucet/1875807340), but I didn't like it. Like most pull-out faucets I've seen, it seemed as if you needed three hands to use it: one for the valve, one for the faucet head, and one to hold the dish you're washing. The side valve was something I just couldn't get used to. And I found it difficult to aim the the faucet head, which pulled outward but sprayed downward.
I replaced it with this Moen "Arbor" pull-down faucet (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007Y6LLTM/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1). I find the pull-down head extremely easy to aim just where I want, unlike the right-angled heads on most pull-out faucets.
Yes, it has a side handle, but I don't use that, because this model has a motion sensor that turns it on when I wave my hand over it. (It also has a sensor on the front, but I found that one triggered too many times when I didn't want it to, so I disabled it.) I have the water flow set to a trickle, so a wave of the hand gets me a minimal flow that is just right for most things I do.
Was it worth the high price ($330) to get this feature? I'd be hard pressed to say yes, but I like it. The same faucet is available without the electric-eye gadgetry (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0087AQ0MC/ref=asc_df_B0087AQ0MC5120686/?tag=scmcldo-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=168482941366&hvpos=1o2&hvnetw=g&hvrand=16649899543613692044&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9031785&hvtargid=pla-274334444853) for a little over half as much.
Of course other manufacturers make pull-down faucets, so there are lots of choices. I'm just suggesting that before you buy a faucet that pulls out and sprays down, you might want to consider (and if possible, try in a store) one that pulls down and sprays down. I've found the latter much easier to work with.
Kent
"Included is the screen capture."
That's almost what I installed, the exceptions being... my shower head is chrome and I turned the mounting bracket the other end up!
What the YouTube video does not show you is that there is a 2nd screw hole behind the shower head saddle. I utilized this hole and screwed it into the hole in the wall where the LD mount had been. There is, incidentally, a block of wood behind that hole into which the screw fastens.
Now, with the pointy end down there is an unused hole in which I might place a 2nd screw if the need ever arises. 8)
Steve,
It seems LD has made changing out brackets and shower head mounts a no-brainer. The block of wood makes perfect sense.
The EcoCamel was a simple plug-n-play assembly in that all that was needed was to attach its hose to the existing bracket. Thank goodness for that. For me keeping it simple is often the safest way to accomplish a task.
Kent
Kent
I went a wee bit further by replacing, not only the shower head but, the hose, the faucet fixture and the diverter all at the same time. It was quite easy, given the configuration of the 30' IB shower stall. Access to the rear wall was hands-on if not easy to see without a mirror. ;)
I also added a shut-off valve between the hand piece and the hose.
I replaced it with this Moen "Arbor" pull-down faucet (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007Y6LLTM/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1). I find the pull-down head extremely easy to aim just where I want, unlike the right-angled heads on most pull-out faucets.
Yes, it has a side handle, but I don't use that, because this model has a motion sensor that turns it on when I wave my hand over it. (It also has a sensor on the front, but I found that one triggered too many times when I didn't want it to, so I disabled it.) I have the water flow set to a trickle, so a wave of the hand gets me a minimal flow that is just right for most things I do.
But does it have bluetooth? ;D
Jim
Yeah, even my toothbrush has bluetooth... Then you could hack it so the faucet turns on briefly when you press a certain button combo on the toothbrush. ;D
Chip
Steve,
Indeed, the shut off valve is an indispensable addition. I installed one as well. An inexpensive solution to water conservation.
One thing I have learned during this thread is the value of capturing the water, as the shower temp is dialed in, for use later on in the LD. I have a collapsible nylon bucket that will be perfect for this application. Very insightful tip.
Kent
One of the most annoying features of our shower is the dual spray feature. Water sprays down on me. AND there is a small horizontal spray from the fixture that aims perfectly through the space between the edge of the shower stall & curtain hitting the wall behind the toilet. One of these days a new - single spray - fixture is coming.
Previous owner installed a bow out shower rod which gives much appreciated extra room in the shower. The curtain seems about 3-4" too narrow for it though. I haven't done any serious searching yet, but has anyone come across a lightweight wider curtain ?
I haven't done any serious searching yet, but has anyone come across a lightweight wider curtain ?
We found a wide assortment of shower curtains at the local Bed, Bath and Beyond.
If too wide, they can be cut down.
Larry
Also look on Amazon. We bought one that was 48"x72" in waterproof polyester that is working out great once my DW hemmed about 2". Cost $15.
Great! I know they make.bathtub sized curtains but the rod is segmented and seems like it probably won't handle much weight. Ill search again. Thanks.
Steve,
Indeed, the shut off valve is an indispensable addition. I installed one as well. An inexpensive solution to water conservation.
One thing I have learned during this thread is the value of capturing the water, as the shower temp is dialed in, for use later on in the LD. I have a collapsible nylon bucket that will be perfect for this application. Very insightful tip.
Kent
i stopped my drip completely with this (https://www.thefitrv.com/rv-tips/how-to-fix-the-cold-water-blast-in-your-rv-shower/) fix. water temp at the shower head stays constant too...
Replying to: Great! I know they make.bathtub sized curtains but the rod is segmented and seems like it probably won't handle much weight. Ill search again. Thanks.
I have that same rod in my LD shower. Love it! I found a bathtub size curtain with mesh pockets in which I put shampoo and conditioner and a wash cloth. Not only does the rod hold the wider curtain, but it supports the weight of the products. No problems in three years of use.
How time flys...
Recently there was a discussion on the dreaded shower head shut off button. I purchased one from Eco Camel and installed it with the Eco Camel shower head. Drat! That little gadget has always been difficult to operate. It almost made showers a difficult choice. Not too difficult in as much as my DW’s glare was much more onerous to bear.
What to do? Simple enough...Amazon. I located a shut off for the shower head that slid closed rather than pushed closed. The best part about it is that it works.
No more dread no more sore thumb from depressing a button that doesn’t want to budge.
Problem solved. Come on Saturday...I’m not afraid of you.
Kent
Previous owner installed a bow out shower rod which gives much appreciated extra room in the shower. The curtain seems about 3-4" too narrow for it though. I haven't done any serious searching yet, but has anyone come across a lightweight wider curtain ?
I used a pair of tab top curtains, they are not specifically water proof but I have had no problem with water getting through. I hemmed them up so they don't drag in the bottom of the shower. No shower curtain hangers to rattle. Easy to take out a couple of screws to slide the curtains on the rod. You have a lot more choices in style and color if you don't lock yourself into only shower curtains.
tlbh2o
Kent, does that shutoff valve completely shut off the water flow? My existing one lets a slow drip through, and I'd love one that completely shuts it off.
Jan,
Yes it does shut off the water flow completely. My installed Eco Camel shower head has two small breather holes in the handle that will allow water to flow back out of the holes but once the Eco Camel has drained the flow of water ceases.
If your current shower head is similar to the LD originally equipped shower head, the water flow will stop completely.
Note that the device I installed recently is not part of the Eco Camel product line and will work with any RV shower head as long as the fitting size matches.
Kent
"...the device I installed recently [...] will work with any RV shower head as long as the fitting size matches."
The shower conversion/replacement that I did about a year ago also incorporates that same shut off and I'm quite happy with it. ;D
Thanks so much, Kent!