HOTRODPRIMER
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Post by HOTRODPRIMER on Aug 31, 2014 11:07:54 GMT -8
I'm still gathering information and parts when I can find them. Does anyone reproduce fresh water storage tank the will fit in the over the sink in the early Shasta's or something that has a tap and exits this hole? Disregard all the turtle stickers but I guess you can figure out why we call the Shasta "The Turtle"....  Danny  |
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John Palmer
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Hi, From a vintage trailer guy located in Santa Ana, CA. It's good to see lots of activity here.
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Post by John Palmer on Aug 31, 2014 17:44:52 GMT -8
I'm still gathering information and parts when I can find them. Does anyone reproduce fresh water storage tank the will fit in the over the sink in the early Shasta's or something that has a tap and exits this hole? Disreguard all the turtle stickers but I just you can figure out why we call the Shasta "The Turtle".... Danny Danny, Based on what I have seen from your other builds, I know this trailer will not be a quick "lipstick restoration". You build nice "well engineered" vehicles without any short cuts, IMO.
So why stay with a gravity feed water tank? It was only done on a Shasta to save money, and allow them to advertise it as having a minimal water system while advertising a low MSRP. Since your replacing the tank anyway, why not place it under the front seat? Moving the 100 pounds low on the trailer would be a great towing stability improvement compared to high up in the cabinet. Any water leaks, or water spills while filling are better to have under a seat and not high up on a wall.
SureFlo makes a nice "on demand" water pump. If you use back flow valves you can use the same water lines for your city water system. I like to use PEX Sharkbite fittings and hoses with the copper crush fittings. I use white PEX for pressure lines. Blue PEX for suction (hand pump) lines, and Real 3/8" Copper for the lines from the water heater to the hot side of the sink faucet.
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Post by vikx on Aug 31, 2014 22:44:09 GMT -8
John's idea of an on demand pump and tank in the dinette is excellent.
That being said, I like the idea of keeping the original gravity tank, just for the cool factor. Off grid and all... I believe you can get a poly tank made in any dimension. Heat spun fittings are done by the buyer in any position, so easy to customize.
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