R-pod Owners Forum : Wetbath conversion https://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Reviews and General Information : Wetbath conversion Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Thu, 27 Aug 2026 22:32:30 +0000 Fri, 02 Aug 2013 18:57:19 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 https://www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=3785 R-pod Owners Forum https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.rpod-owners.com/ Wetbath conversion : Originally posted by techntrekI... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36292#36292 Author: kymooses
Subject: 3785
Posted: 02 Aug 2013 at 6:57pm

Originally posted by techntrek

I never understood why they thought a mini-sink in the bathroom was a good idea, with a big sink 2 steps away and no room to spare inside the bathroom.


^ this
]]> Fri, 02 Aug 2013 18:57:19 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36292#36292 Wetbath conversion : I never understood why they thought... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36288#36288 Author: techntrek
Subject: 3785
Posted: 02 Aug 2013 at 6:02pm

I never understood why they thought a mini-sink in the bathroom was a good idea, with a big sink 2 steps away and no room to spare inside the bathroom.]]> Fri, 02 Aug 2013 18:02:03 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36288#36288 Wetbath conversion : Deleted and moved to proper... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36272#36272 Author: CharlieM
Subject: 3785
Posted: 02 Aug 2013 at 10:42am

Deleted and moved to proper place
]]> Fri, 02 Aug 2013 10:42:11 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36272#36272 Wetbath conversion : Originally posted by furpodYes... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36269#36269 Author: kymooses
Subject: 3785
Posted: 02 Aug 2013 at 9:21am

Originally posted by furpod



Yes it's been done. I am thinking of doing mine AT the FROG rally next week.. as a show and tell sort of thing. Maybe if other people see someone cut a hole in the wall without panicking, they will be more inclined to try some stuff themselves. Figure I need to take a cordless drill, bit set, jig saw, caulk. Shower and T's.

EDIT.. didn't turn the page.. see Tech has posted a link..


Hmm, show and tell modding.  I like it.  Might think about adding a hot water switch inside then.
]]> Fri, 02 Aug 2013 09:21:21 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36269#36269 Wetbath conversion : Originally posted by furpod Originally... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36252#36252 Author: Sleepless
Subject: 3785
Posted: 02 Aug 2013 at 12:25am

Originally posted by furpod

Originally posted by coopercdrkey

(On a related note- )

Has anyone installed an outside shower tied into the 'Pod's water supply.  I have
seen the recessed box and hand-held shower head in one of the RV supply
catalogs.  I imagine it would not be very hard to tie into the hot and cold sides
of the 'Pod plumbing.

(Something like this?)

http://www.campingworld.com/shopping/item/hotcold-rv-exterior-shower-latching/65919

Or, like this?
http://rpodnation.com/mods-to-172t_topic3850_post39901.html?KW=outside+shower#39901

Bob





Yes it's been done. I am thinking of doing mine AT the FROG rally next week.. as a show and tell sort of thing. Maybe if other people see someone cut a hole in the wall without panicking, they will be more inclined to try some stuff themselves. Figure I need to take a cordless drill, bit set, jig saw, caulk. Shower and T's.

EDIT.. didn't turn the page.. see Tech has posted a link..
]]> Fri, 02 Aug 2013 00:25:04 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36252#36252 Wetbath conversion : Originally posted by Esca-PodWe... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36250#36250 Author: fender_fella
Subject: 3785
Posted: 01 Aug 2013 at 11:38pm

Originally posted by Esca-Pod

We took the sink out of our 172 bathroom...makes lots more space for showering.  The kitchen sink is so close it seemed redundant to have on in the bath, too.

JJ


Cool!  Any chance you have a photo of how it turned out?  Would love to see it.  I think the older Rpod wetbaths look much roomier.
]]> Thu, 01 Aug 2013 23:38:23 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36250#36250 Wetbath conversion : We took the sink out of our 172... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36249#36249 Author: Esca-Pod
Subject: 3785
Posted: 01 Aug 2013 at 11:31pm

We took the sink out of our 172 bathroom...makes lots more space for showering.  The kitchen sink is so close it seemed redundant to have on in the bath, too.

JJ
]]> Thu, 01 Aug 2013 23:31:47 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36249#36249 Wetbath conversion : Originally posted by coopercdrkey (On... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36247#36247 Author: furpod
Subject: 3785
Posted: 01 Aug 2013 at 10:49pm

Originally posted by coopercdrkey

(On a related note- )

Has anyone installed an outside shower tied into the 'Pod's water supply.  I have
seen the recessed box and hand-held shower head in one of the RV supply
catalogs.  I imagine it would not be very hard to tie into the hot and cold sides
of the 'Pod plumbing.

(Something like this?)






Yes it's been done. I am thinking of doing mine AT the FROG rally next week.. as a show and tell sort of thing. Maybe if other people see someone cut a hole in the wall without panicking, they will be more inclined to try some stuff themselves. Figure I need to take a cordless drill, bit set, jig saw, caulk. Shower and T's.

EDIT.. didn't turn the page.. see Tech has posted a link..
]]> Thu, 01 Aug 2013 22:49:46 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36247#36247 Wetbath conversion : Thanks techntrek. AWESOME outside... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36246#36246 Author: fender_fella
Subject: 3785
Posted: 01 Aug 2013 at 10:46pm

Thanks techntrek.  AWESOME outside shower by the way! Thumbs Up]]> Thu, 01 Aug 2013 22:46:04 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36246#36246 Wetbath conversion : fender, go ahead and do it, just... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36243#36243 Author: techntrek
Subject: 3785
Posted: 01 Aug 2013 at 9:54pm

fender, go ahead and do it, just make it easy to put it back in is all we're saying.

Outside shower, here is mine:  http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2009&KW=&PN=1&title=adding-an-outside-shower-faucet

]]> Thu, 01 Aug 2013 21:54:12 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36243#36243 Wetbath conversion : (On a related note- )Has... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36240#36240 Author: coopercdrkey
Subject: 3785
Posted: 01 Aug 2013 at 8:02pm

(On a related note- )

Has anyone installed an outside shower tied into the 'Pod's water supply.  I have
seen the recessed box and hand-held shower head in one of the RV supply
catalogs.  I imagine it would not be very hard to tie into the hot and cold sides
of the 'Pod plumbing.

(Something like this?)

http://www.campingworld.com/shopping/item/hotcold-rv-exterior-shower-latching/65919



]]> Thu, 01 Aug 2013 20:02:07 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36240#36240 Wetbath conversion : The bottom line is that if it... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36238#36238 Author: Keith-N-Dar
Subject: 3785
Posted: 01 Aug 2013 at 7:37pm

The bottom line is that if it is your camper you can do what you want with it.  You may wind up with something that is hard to sell.  A guy I worked with had dogs that he took to shows, so he bought a brand new class a motor home and took the master bedroom out for dog kennels.  When he wanted to sell it it sat for years.  To narrow a market.]]> Thu, 01 Aug 2013 19:37:07 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36238#36238 Wetbath conversion : Well thanks for the input everyone.... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36234#36234 Author: fender_fella
Subject: 3785
Posted: 01 Aug 2013 at 7:05pm

Well thanks for the input everyone.  I didn't think this would be a very popular idea, but I know myself and what I really want in the camper.  I have a pop-up now, no bathroom, and at first I was sure that I wanted a "hybrid" with tent beds but when I saw the Rpod a light went off.  It's a great camper.  Currently I have to use campground facilities and I don't mind at all, but I would like to shower in private.  I prefer leaving the other "business" somewhere else.  Maybe I could get by with a cheaper camper if you have a suggestion.  I want all fiberglass (including roof), queen bed, u-dinette, and about 20 feet long.  I just described the Rpod 178.  I seriously would LOVE to hear about another camper that has all of that.  And techntrek I do like your suggestion but in the 178 there is an entertainment wall that I wouldn't want to sacrifice.  I may be too hasty about removing the toilet but I just want to "enjoy" my shower, not feel awkward or uncomfortable using it.
And BTW - these forums are just another reason to appreciate the Rpod, the loyalty.  I know Casita's have this too but I think it's great.  Thanks again.
]]> Thu, 01 Aug 2013 19:05:17 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36234#36234 Wetbath conversion : I have no problem with the campground... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36220#36220 Author: coopercdrkey
Subject: 3785
Posted: 01 Aug 2013 at 5:26pm

I have no problem with the campground shower and bathroom facilities, (so far...)

The Florida State Parks to which we gravitate have clean, safe facilities that I use
whenever I can to reduce the gray and black water accumulation in the 'Pods
holding tanks.

Joyce, who is a little more demure, prefers to shower in the 'Pod, and finds it
quite acceptable, if a bit confining.

We both prefer the facilities at night and / or in the inclement weather to a trek to
the bath house.  I think the R-Pod is well designed for our present needs.
]]> Thu, 01 Aug 2013 17:26:06 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36220#36220 Wetbath conversion : The toilet makes a great seat... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36194#36194 Author: kymooses
Subject: 3785
Posted: 01 Aug 2013 at 9:55am

The toilet makes a great seat when showering.  Love it.]]> Thu, 01 Aug 2013 09:55:28 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36194#36194 Wetbath conversion : I agree that removing the toilet... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36192#36192 Author: techntrek
Subject: 3785
Posted: 01 Aug 2013 at 9:29am

I agree that removing the toilet takes away functionality you may find you like eventually.  When we bought our popup we didn't use the wet bath at all (shower or toilet), partly because I really didn't want to deal with the black water since popups usually have "cassette" toilets where you pull a tank out and have to haul it to a sewer outlet or toilet.  Not as nice as just hooking up a sewer hose.  When we finally had no choice but to use the shower (kids getting older) we started using the toilet too and realized we shouldn't have resisted.
 
That said, going with what P&M said, as long as you make the conversion in a way that you can go back before reselling it then you'll be ok.  So don't fill up the hole in the floor with 3 pounds of cement or chop off the water hose.
 
Another conversion to consider, I've posted this before.  If you just want more room consider cutting out the interior walls so they are just higher than the toilet and leave the toilet in place.  This is how our popup was.  With a wrap-around soft curtain you had all the elbow room you needed, and when the curtain was rolled up to the ceiling while not in use it made that area feel much more open.  I've considered doing this with our pod.  You can even add a top to make it a shelf when not being used as a shower.  Our popup had this too but I ripped it out - a big pain to move everything off the top and open it up to use the bathroom, then put it all back.
]]> Thu, 01 Aug 2013 09:29:58 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36192#36192 Wetbath conversion : I suppose that technically you... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36190#36190 Author: P&M
Subject: 3785
Posted: 01 Aug 2013 at 8:48am

I suppose that technically you aren't really converting it to a dry bath if you want to keep the shower in play.  I've never seen nor heard of anyone removing the toilet but I wouldn't imagine it would be that difficult to do ... disconnect the water line and cap it, remove toilet, seal the holding tank hole and fill in the hole on the floor.  The one thing I would say is that in doing so it is greatly going to diminish the appeal of any trade-in or re-sell value on the Pod down the road.]]> Thu, 01 Aug 2013 08:48:59 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36190#36190 Wetbath conversion : One of the big selling points... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36188#36188 Author: Tars Tarkas
Subject: 3785
Posted: 01 Aug 2013 at 8:32am

One of the big selling points of r*pods is the wet bath.  If you don't want the toilet you can probably get by a lot cheaper with another brand of camper and just buy one of those instant shower things. 

We camp a lot at off-times and sometimes when we are just about the only people in the campground I prefer the privacy of the campground facilities, but in the middle of the night when it's cold and raining, having your own bathroom right there sure is nice.

For a shower, the pod's bathroom is infinitely better than nothing, but it's a tight fit!  We camp a a lot of campgrounds with no showers and I have gone three or maybe four days without a shower when tent camping.  I've used the pod shower maybe ten times now, and we got the pod used, so if what we paid was just for the shower, I'm down to about $1000 per shower now.  Well worth it!

TT
]]> Thu, 01 Aug 2013 08:32:48 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36188#36188 Wetbath conversion : The shower is very useable with... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36178#36178 Author: Keith-N-Dar
Subject: 3785
Posted: 31 Jul 2013 at 9:31pm

The shower is very useable with the toilet installed. And the toilet is useful as well.]]> Wed, 31 Jul 2013 21:31:31 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36178#36178 Wetbath conversion : Hello all, I am shopping for my... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36177#36177 Author: fender_fella
Subject: 3785
Posted: 31 Jul 2013 at 9:06pm

Hello all,  I am shopping for my Rpod now.  Really wish that Hood River edition was available in Texas, but oh well.  What I really want to ask is if anyone has converted the wetbath to a dry bath.  By that I mean remove the toilet altogether and create a "shower closet", essentially.  I know I'm VERY unusual with this but I don't think I'll ever use the toilet but I would use a good shower.  Just wondering if there is anyone else who felt this way.  As far as I can tell everything else about the Rpod is exactly what I'm looking for.  Thanks. ]]> Wed, 31 Jul 2013 21:06:23 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3785&PID=36177#36177