Grey Water System for Self Build Camper Van

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In this video, I explain my grey water system in our self-built camper van.
If you want to see the water tank installed please look at this video • Mercedes Sprinter Camp...
The water tanks were both purchased from CAK Tanks and you can find their website here caktanks.co.uk/CAK_Water_Tanks...
The extended waste for the shower I purchased from Spares Pro and here is the link www.sparespro.co.uk/chrome-pl...
You can download the complete parts list for our van conversion using this link www.dropbox.com/s/zvtyj0z7cde...
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• Self Build Campervan -...
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Best wishes
Greg Virgoe

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@jeffreywalker4710 Жыл бұрын

I've decided that the ONLY person I need for my van conversion is YOU. You literally cover all phases of the job and do it very well.

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Thank you Jeff 👍🏼 you won’t go wrong following these videos. 😊

@stevekirk6399 4 жыл бұрын

videos of you doing the work are so important to us novices. I hate it when other KZfaqrs skip that part, it's like they don't want any comments on the way they put things together. well done on the upside-down soldering.

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

That’s the most important bit I think it how to do it and actually seeing someone is better than a thousand words. It wasn’t till I watched it back how close the camera was to having solder drop on it. Cheers Steve. 👍🏼😊

@wildwingingit1283 2 жыл бұрын

I've said it before... Greg's videos are the best instructional videos on KZfaq! Not just for camper conversions, but in general. I wish he was into all the other hobbies I am into so I could turn to him for more content like this! Always soo clear and detailed. Just about to start our 3rd build. 2018 Boxer LWB, complete blank canvas at the moment... I could pick this mans brain for hours!

@GregVirgoe 2 жыл бұрын

Hello 😁 thank you very much fir those kind words. Really appreciated. Best wishes with your next build. 👍🏼

@wildwingingit1283 2 жыл бұрын

@@GregVirgoe cheers Greg. We're still in planning stages at the moment & deciding on fundamentals like, hot water/heater unit, fitted shower or rear door set up etc etc.. very keen to start cracking on but of course need to plan first before initial design & remortgage to buy all the bits! Haha. Best to you & Lou

@GregVirgoe 2 жыл бұрын

@@wildwingingit1283 I think next time I would go for external rear door shower setup and gain more space inside. Hope the build goes well for you.

@DaveStone007 4 жыл бұрын

I must admit I did look for this and couldn’t find it amongst your previous videos, so thank you for posting. Most useful.

@JohnlynHD 4 жыл бұрын

Great video Greg. Your schematic’s are spot on. Thanks for taking the time to help us newby’s.

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching and I’m pleased they are useful to you 😃

@MICKUR1413 4 жыл бұрын

Great detailed videos and explanations Greg . Thanks very much for your efforts in sharing your knowledge. Much appreciated. 👍

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

You are welcome. Thank.you for watching 👍🏼😊

@bernardmcmanus478 4 жыл бұрын

Want to say a big thanks for all the tips on the water system, I fitted the tanks, but trying to work out where to put the pipes was not easy, Thanks again Cheers Bernard

@johnkenny6573 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Greg great to see another good well informed video from you. Hope all is well with you and your back on the road again soon . Greetings from Holland

@hedleypepper1838 Жыл бұрын

Great stuff Greg... i generally pass over water videos, glad i came back to look at yours...

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

There are a few things that I see a lot of people miss. Like high points on water Pipework, filters upside down, no traps on sinks etc. thanks for watching

@JensGraikowski 4 жыл бұрын

Thx Greg for creating the playlist! You know that you're my main go-to guy for everything van conversion related. Once it comes to starting my own build this playlist will be a godsend! 👍🏼😉

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jens. I appreciated your continued support for the channel. Cheers 🍻

@tonymartin3780 4 жыл бұрын

Good to see you again Great tips Greg , like the idea of the 7 core wire 😀

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

The kit that cane was just not long enough so a few meters of 7 core done the trick. 👍🏼😃

@bjorngustafsson1627 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Greg, yet another informativ video 🙏

@Redneck3610 2 жыл бұрын

Greg does everything so well , ive got to catch him out on something 😊

@GregVirgoe 2 жыл бұрын

Why would you want to do that? 🤣

@richardhasler4795 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Greg, good to have you back on KZfaq and I always like to see such neat work (actually I'm the same) and your 'belt and braces' approach to DIY! I was sorry to hear about your recent family loss and hope you and Lou are both well and coping with your emotions at this time. I look forward to seeing videos of your travels again once the lockdown ends.....Kind regards Richard

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Richard for your kind wishes. It’s been a strange time for everyone and hope you are keeping safe too 😊

@UKvet246 4 жыл бұрын

I've cut the hole for the sink waste pipe and fitted the pipe, the plan is to put a bucket under the waste pipe. Sorry Greg but life's too short to worry about a bit of waste water. Accepted your van build video's are the holy grail and thanks for all your effort 💙♥️💙♥️💙♥️💙♥️💙♥️💙♥️

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

It’s actually a sound plan mike. It’s the way caravans do it. You have a grey tank with wheels you put under the vehicle and wheel it off to the service point when full. Saves a lot of hassle. 😊👍🏼

@jankolymadera3476 2 жыл бұрын

Great work Greg!

@daviddarling9036 4 жыл бұрын

Cheers Greg for putting this video up will be a great help to me when I get round to doing my van conversion 👍

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

David Darling no problem I hope it helps you. 👍🏼😊

@daviddarling9036 4 жыл бұрын

👍

@danielbooth1878 4 жыл бұрын

Top job, attention to detail is first class as always.

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much Daniel. 😃

@tbond61 4 жыл бұрын

Love the roding eye .Just shows this was not put together by micky mouse .All back up situations thought in detail .

@ScimPeep 4 жыл бұрын

great... the missing link.. Thanks! Thumbs up! Exactly what I was looking for! Now I am confident to get on our Crafter :)

@donjones3355 4 жыл бұрын

Another great helpful video Greg! Thanks!

@grahamclose4099 Жыл бұрын

YOURE A LEGEND! im currently hammering your vids and taking notes. im nowhere near accomplished to complete a van makeover but your guidance is really giving me the confidence to tackle this. i cant thank you enough for taking all the time to make these vids and in such a clear and enjoyable format. Big thanks!

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Glad you like them 👍🏼good luck with your own build. 😃

@sueb8270 4 жыл бұрын

Very clear content as always 👍 creating a trap in both pipes is such a good idea, no nasty smells 😊

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

Yes exactly that. The water still runs away but some is held in the low points to stop smells from the tank coming back into the van. We often just put a bit of disinfectant down there to keep everything fresh. 👍🏼😃

@fireblade1007 4 жыл бұрын

The king of self build camper vans

@bramisheu8933 4 жыл бұрын

Great video greg, im installing grey water tank today. This will help a lot.

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

Bramish EU what great timing. Hope it helps you.

@craster_van_kippers 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Greg Looking back to my van build, I’d say your advice about these tanks was invaluable. I fitted both my shower and sink with 40mm solvent weld. It drains beautifully. It’s just yet another bit of your advice which made my life easier following behind you. There is one bit of advice which I wish I hadn’t followed (nothing to do with water) but I’m saving that for a beer meet-up and a laugh. Keep well you and regards to Lou.

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

Now you have got me intrigued. You can’t leave me like that. I need to know. Not sure it can wait till we are allowed out to play. 🤣🍻👍🏼

@kiwisparkey 4 жыл бұрын

Greg - it’s always a pleasure to see your work to be of such a high standard. As an electrician I can only commend your use of the “right gear for the job” I’m close to purchasing my van and as the lockdown is now at level 2 here in New Zealand, I’m now able to travel around to shop for the bits I need for my build. Cheers mate

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much for great feedback 👍🏼😃

@Antonia.Bradley 4 жыл бұрын

Great work as usual Greg thanks. I’m in the process of installing my water system at the moment. Just waiting for my tank to arrive from CAK. I’m putting my fresh water tank inside as we use our vans in winter a lot so need to keep it warm. Very useful video this thanks.

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

It’s a good idea and will look forward to watching your videos soon. 😃👍🏼

@JayDubster 2 жыл бұрын

Another crackin video Greg, cheers matey.

@GregVirgoe 2 жыл бұрын

You are welcome 🙏🏼

@darrenh20102 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the excellent advice, it's really helpful for when I can afford to do one of these conversions. One thing I thought of was perhaps put some waxoyl on the jubilee clips that hold the shower waste. I realise it's a small point but I've had problems with rusted out jubilee clips in all sorts of applications and thought that might stop some issues down the line. Anyway please keep the vids coming, you're experience is gonna save me a ton of money when I can eventually get one done

@philwilliams23 4 жыл бұрын

Cheers Greg, another great informative video.👍

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much 😊

@user-vt5hx1kz7l 4 жыл бұрын

We got our tanks from CAK Tanks and they provided a great service. Picked the tanks up from them as I was passing by them due to work, and they provided some really sound advice. Also to note on the size of the connections provided, they will install any size diameter based upon your needs. I had the waste tank made up with a 40mm inlet. Wouldn't have done this if I hadn't had watched your tank install video Greg, you've been along side me on our build all of the way 👍🏼

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

That must be a recent service I don’t think that was on offer when I did mine. Glad the videos have been useful to you.

@jeepster2496 4 жыл бұрын

Maybe they watch Greg too and got an idea, excellent once again Greg 😃👍

@user-vt5hx1kz7l 4 жыл бұрын

@@GregVirgoe they've been more than useful Greg, they have been our Bible. Each step of the way it's been "Greg will have done a video for that". And "Have you looked to see how Greg did that". Would have been stuck without your channel on a lot of the build.

@philipmorlan3541 4 жыл бұрын

Greg, So helpful thanks from California! Philip

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

You are welcome Philip thanks for watching 👍🏼

@wrightfamilytravels4688 4 жыл бұрын

Am I the only one trying to follow along to Greg's videos with my saw, hammer and drill while he has and uses every tool known to man 😂😂

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

A saw and hammer won’t help you much installing waste pipe 😃 invest in some decent tools in the grand scheme of things it’s not even 5% of the cost of your build and will make it so much easier for you. Don’t struggle 😃

@delzprojects2573 4 жыл бұрын

Mel of Mels Van World does not use every "Labour Saving" tool you can imagine to build his vans. Check his channel

@sunnycampers4249 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant Greg, thank you. Great to see the water system under your van .... finally 😂😊👍 . Totally understand why you didn’t film this, such an awkward area. Having chatted with you along the way, we’ve found your comments suggestions invaluable. For the uninitiated out there this is next level and your ‘belt and braces’ approach ensures longevity of systems with not having to replace items later on. Love the rodding eye suggestion. Keep up the great works bud 👍😊 Cheers

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Paul, we have loved following the progress in your build and must say you have done an amazing job it really does look first class 👍🏼🤩😎🚌

@ianofsjkartwork 4 жыл бұрын

Great workmanship Greg....like Dad would say "lf a job worth doing its worth doing well" stay safe....thanks for sharing

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

It really depends how well the engine has been looked after and what type of driving it has been subjected too. A regularly service engine with proof of regular oil changes etc and steady motorway miles can go on your thousands of miles. At the end of day an engine can be changed so the condition of the body work and chassis is very critical as a lot of cans do rust very easily. If you can get a clean van with service history that is the best option.

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for a great comment.

@martinmurphy3868 Жыл бұрын

Well done good work Man

@kerrymochan5687 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing video as always perfection and on point thank you 😊🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿😊❤️💙❤️💙❤️💙

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much Kerry 👍🏼😃

@Workshop-of-Allsorts 4 жыл бұрын

Fantastic informative as usual video Greg.....not at this stage yet but certainly saved for later. Love the smart way you fed the cables for the level indicators on waste and fresh, was thinking no later than yesterday how I would work around that one. 2 x Max Air fans fitted yesterday, found a new confidence after doing a pretty decent job on them after watch your video about 20 times 😂 measure 20x times cut once and all that 😉

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

That is probably the most scariest and biggest job to cut a hole in the roof so now you’ve tackled that everything else will be much less stressful and you will take it in your stride. Well done 👍🏼😃

@mambi74 4 жыл бұрын

Great explanation and video as usual.

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

@simonmiddleton4977 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video Greg. 👍😃

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

You are welcome. Glad you liked it 👍🏼😊

@richardwall2330 4 жыл бұрын

Yet again Greg great content Have followed you from day one . Im now also a big fan of Gadget John ur bro Keep up the stuff Looking forward to you and Lou off on ur travels again Keep safe and well Regards Rich

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the continued support. Take care 👍🏼😊

@richardwall2330 4 жыл бұрын

@@GregVirgoe If you ever have any issues with digital displays in van speedos etc ive used a guy up in Scotland AK speedos top people very reasonable very quick turn round even in these difficult times Hope you dont need them but pass it on !!!!!

@tomalderdice7711 4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely bob on, Greg. I've done almost the exact same. Could never work out why they come out the factory with those tiny 22-23mm wastes. Also whacked 2 40mm Floplast Tank connectors and ran it all in 40mm waste with a rodding point - up there for thinking! 🤓🙏

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

Sounds like a cracking system and you’ll have no issues with that at all. Top job! 😃

@kevgermany 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant. As always. Thanks for turning the van upside down so we can see properly. 😉 Good point about backflow from sink to shower. Iveavan had the problem, ended up sourcing an online one way valve. I'll not post a link. Readers can search it out. His videos are just reposted and really good.

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

It’s not a good solution because in a waste system those traps can easily get stuck open by waste products soap residue or food waste and the problem reoccurs. This way is far more positive and nothing to maintain. 👍🏼😊

@tasneemahmed8154 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing everything

@nickmac8078 Жыл бұрын

Bit late to the party, have a look at the Hep20 non return traps. They can replace any trap or the dreaded running traps. Great help and thanks for taking the time to share..

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

I’m familiar with those traps. I have found that they don’t always seal perfectly every time and can lead to smells coming back up the drain

@nickmac8078 Жыл бұрын

@@GregVirgoe Iv not had issue with them… in a domestic setting that is. As this is our first conversion I will take that on board and go with the set up of someone who knows from experience. Great vids, thanks again…

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

@@nickmac8078 I don’t think you can beat a traditional water trap. Good luck with your build 👍🏼😃

@cliffp.8396 4 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial Greg

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

@abhainnbeag 10 ай бұрын

Great video, very informative

@GregVirgoe 10 ай бұрын

Glad you liked it 😃

@lifeviewcontentcreator2067 3 жыл бұрын

you are the boss! thank you so much for your explanations!

@kestonharrison6641 4 жыл бұрын

Great work again. I'd be wary of the drain tap bracket. You need to insulate the steel screws from the stainless bracket to avoid galvanic corrosion. Another method is a 2 piece bracket with the lower section being sacrificial. Only highlighting as I came across this very issue on a van last week. The LPG filler was mounted in the same way and had corroded the sill to the pint of collapse.

@lynnrixson1094 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent!! Thank you 😊

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it 😃

@pbsalyid5323 3 жыл бұрын

U a star ⭐️ Greg

@LillaHusVanlife 4 жыл бұрын

Cheers Greg, it's good to see how you've routed the pipes and it's also good to hear how you'd do things differently. I'm contemplating an internal fresh tank, mostly because my van has a stupid adblue tank where your waste is situated and I know that a good spin off is the lack of freezing, but I just begrudge the amount of garage space it will take up..lol 😂 ❤💙❤💙❤💙❤

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

I would get a long tank and sit it over the wheel arch. Then put my batteries the other side to counter balance the weight.

@LillaHusVanlife 4 жыл бұрын

@@GregVirgoe that's a great idea..I was thinking of having a custom one across between the wheel arches, but my batteries are over near the front of the offside arch, so this would be a better route.. Brilliant.! Thanks for that.! 😊👍

@M0TH3RHUBBAD 4 жыл бұрын

I was wondering how you did this. I'm currently converting my van at the minute. These videos are great, thank you.

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

Jack Teece this was a missing piece of the puzzle. Hope it helps you.

@petrocellihouse 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant. Thanks so much.

@RustyCas999 Жыл бұрын

I intend to use pvc conduit inside the van and underneath to create cable raceways. One thing I never see anyone do is install “pull strings” in their vans so they can pull extra cables if needed in the future. You just pull a string through each one and leave it where it’s accessible on either end. If you need to pull a new cable through, you attach the cable and a new string to your pull string such that you have another string available later if needed.

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

We did that in our installation and show using a vacuum to feed the string through first. We also have PVC trunking for cables in the floor void.

@n.lyndley.9889 3 жыл бұрын

All Season Tyres - clever man!

@JamesSmith-xx7pt 4 жыл бұрын

Great video Greg, I liked how you explained what you would have changed about the placement of the fresh water, be good to see a van tour that goes through the bits you would do now you have lived in it a while...I am sure it would only take half an hour to pull together ;-)

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

That’s a good idea Janes. I did one last year before we changed the fans. There would be some minor things but for the most part the van works really well.

@daviemclachlan 4 жыл бұрын

Great job as ever. I wish I had seen it before I done mine 😆

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

Davie McLachlan I’m sorry this one came out very late and was due to so many questions. Thanks for watching 😊

@paulsara 4 жыл бұрын

Nice one Greg, thank you very much

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome 😊

@nealeburgess6756 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this very informative video. Especially usefull with info about where to buy tanks. Because you have a trap under the van (over the prop shaft) you could have dispensed with the bottle trap under the sink. It would give a little more usable cupboard space.

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, that is absolutely correct I am doubled up on the sink traps.

@rupertferder6768 4 жыл бұрын

@@GregVirgoe The advantage being you could fix any blockages without getting underneath the van ?

@wheelsadventures3436 3 жыл бұрын

Looks like a well built grey water system! I would have used some wago connectors in that junction box to make life a little easier as it should be weather proof in there being ip67.

@Robbrown92 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the link to the waste Greg I have been looking for agent to find one

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

They is one question I get a lot where I got the extended waste from. I really should be on commission. 🤩👍🏼

@StaleCookies 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic, thank you!

@GregVirgoe 2 жыл бұрын

You are welcome 🙏🏼

@LukesVanLife 4 жыл бұрын

Great vid buddy, I really want to get under body tanks. Hope you and Lou are well. 👍😁

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Luke, thanks for watching mate, we are ok and will soon be moving to a new location I hope 🤞🏼 just waiting to hear back. 😬

@LukesVanLife 4 жыл бұрын

@@GregVirgoe glad to hear. Hope to all meet soon. 👍😁

@mattprice421 8 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing!

@GregVirgoe 8 ай бұрын

glad you liked it :D

@kieranking8657 Жыл бұрын

Good job as usual, be aware that the first section of waste pipe could become a source of bad smells as it will retain gunk, bad smells in waste tanks are common in campervans 👍

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

We regularly put a tank cleaning solution through the system and with traps that stops smell coming back from the tank. A lot of motorhome don’t have traps.

@michaelmartin500 Жыл бұрын

@@GregVirgoe Sorry for that comment Greg I actually meant it for another KZfaq video custom build I was watching, I referred to your video for " how it should be done" your above criticism on your technical competence 👍

@LifeistooshortCK 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent. 👍

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

@the_off_grid_adventure_rig 4 жыл бұрын

Great timing Greg I've just done my fresh water tank and controls yesterday and I'm fitting the waste an shower connections this morning to be honest I was going to do it the same way as you have 😁 I've actually put an access point in the top and used the screw in type connections. I have fitted a gas tank under the van to the rear of the fresh water tank all the high pressure side including the regulator are external and the local manifold and isolation valves are in the garage so much easier that way and a lot more space too👍

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah it’s the way I would go on another one. Just bit more peace of mind and could get more gas capacity too. Thanks for watching and good luck with the waste today 👍🏼😊

@juliehughes9394 4 жыл бұрын

@@GregVirgoe would the propane tank be mounted horizontally if outside under the van?

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

julie hughes there are two types of refillable cylinder for under the van. One is a horizontal cylinder laying down sideways and would go behind the rear diff where my fresh water tank is. The other type is shaped like a wheel and would go where your spare tyre is. That means you have to find a place to put the spare wheel either on the back doors or roof rack. Both tanks have larger capacity and are safer being outside. www.gasit.co.uk/gasit-vapour-gas-refillable-products.html

@sylvaingourjaud8400 3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks for your explanatory video Greg, such a great help for a first van conversion! I am planning my water system, and watched your videos about cutting the holes for the outside inlets for the water, gas etc... I will also have a CAK underslung tank, but I don't quite understand how/where exactly the filling pipe will run from the tank outlet to the side of van for an outside filling point. I understand the filling point has to be higher than the tank obviously, and it seems like I would have to first, cut a hole in the floor of the van to pass the pipe from the underslung tank, then run the pipe inside the side of the van and then cut another hole obviously for the outside filling point? I am actually wondering if there is a way to avoid passing the pipe first inside the van through the floor? I have actually not been able to find any detailed video of the route of the pipe from the tank to the outside filling point and I was wondering if you could tell me how you did and if I got it right? Thank you so much in advance, all the best!

@lorcro2000 4 жыл бұрын

The usual quality job from you, nicely done. Personally, I'd replace the trap with a Hepvo valve. They are waterless valves (so no risk of freezing) and probably ideal for van builds. A Hepvo for the shower too, at that. Winterizing your van is a bit of a job now, since you have water trapped in the pipes at all times.

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

Croft I have fitted loads of those valves through work and occasionally get called back because they get stuck open with some debris, soap buildup or food waste and don’t seal properly then end up smelling. We live in our van full time so never need to winterise it as it’s constantly being used. It’s far more simple and less maintenance to have a water trap in the pipe. In two years of constant use I’ve not had a single problem with this system so can say from experience that its simplicity just works. 😊

@kieranthomas8558 9 ай бұрын

Best explanation on all subjects..helped me out loads on my build. Thank you

@GregVirgoe 9 ай бұрын

Glad it helped. Thank you for taking the time to comment 👍🏼

@marcnewton5423 3 жыл бұрын

Great video Greg, just starting my water system and this is a huge help. Thank you.

@MrFatknackers 4 жыл бұрын

hi greg great vid again. do the sensor cables from the tanks not reach to the garage area of your van so you can connect the 7 core from the level gauges there.

@dean167 4 жыл бұрын

Looking fresh Greg! Loving the T-shirt.! Got a question for you could you get a bigger tv in that van haha! That background looks so fresh !

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

It was the biggest that would not overhang the shower wall. We still manage to catch it occasionally. 😝😬

@horstszibulski19 4 жыл бұрын

Did I miss the vent of the waste water tank? Well thought with the reflux problem not filling up the shower with sink water...eewh...! Thx for showing us! :-D

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

The waste water tank has small vents in the top of the tank. 👍🏼

@nunofilipe2071 2 жыл бұрын

Amzing job Nuno Portugal

@GregVirgoe 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it 👍🏼😃

@kaiatopolaris3414 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Greg, thank you for the video! I was wondering how to achieve the same layout without the graywater tank freezing - it goes down to -35c sometimes where I live and I would love to have a shower inside my van!

@falithon 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant timing, thanks Greg. We are going to need to tackle this soon. Think we need a custom tank as we have a MK8 Ford Transit and there are no pre-made tanks for it. Also, thanks for the comments on Instagram! (We are leaving.in.the.fall on there)

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

Ah yes, the rivnuts in the solar panels 😃 you guys have got a lovely van. That spray foam is going to be amazing for insulation and sound deafening too. Have you gone through CAK list of tanks. What I would do is measure the space you have available and send them an email. They may have a tank that will suit the space without going bespoke on it.

@falithon 4 жыл бұрын

@@GregVirgoe Cheers Greg! Yes I've had a look. I need to wait until I know exactly where our sink waste is going to end up coming through the floor before getting in touch with them I think. Its a tight space and I want to make sure we make the best use of space possible!

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

Rick Clark a little tip for you. I ran my sink waste across the floor in the kickspace of the kitchen cupboards so I could get it through the floor in a more convenient location. Nobody will ever see it under there 😃👍🏼

@normanmazlin6741 4 жыл бұрын

Nice one Greg, I'm sure you did the right thing by making a larger sized waste outlet. Nothing worse than having a blocked waste water system - stinky mess.

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, in two years of use we have not had any issues with the water system at all

@asifikram5749 3 жыл бұрын

hi Greg, great video as always. i have a question, if my shower is far away from my grey tank, should i pump the waste to the grey tank to avoid low spots and a long run? thanks

@vasililyras8561 3 жыл бұрын

Great videos as always Greg, only question doesn’t it get hot near the exhaust? I am planning to fit my lpg tank where you have your water tank and contemplating fabricating a heat shield. What is your recommendation? Thanks

@RoaminRob 2 жыл бұрын

Me again 😁 so now I will deffo have the sink and shower next to each other for easier drainage into tank 👍

@GregVirgoe 2 жыл бұрын

Don’t connect the two wastes together. Make separate connections into the tank. Otherwise there is a chance when you let out a sink full of water that it comes up in the shower tray.

@RoaminRob 2 жыл бұрын

@@GregVirgoe yep I will, I listen to all ur advice 👍

@siviter 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Greg. Thanks for the video. As i'm half way through my van build, I appreciate the effort of having to go underneath your van. I'm just ordering my waste pipe as I ordered a CAK tanks with two 40mm waste outlets. What screws would you recommend for the pipe clips that run along your waste pipe?

@CyclingExplorers 3 жыл бұрын

HI Greg. Great video. Did you have an air pipe in the waste tank at all?

@niallwalsh7005 6 ай бұрын

hi Greg, your videos are fantastic, regarding the grey waste tank, should it be vented?

@garyw4398 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Greg, great video as always...would appreciate a little guidance on the Thetford sink waste. Noticed you used the 11/4 trap under the sink, how did you connect this to the sink? I can't seem to find a suitable waste that fits the Argent sink with a 11/4 outlet to fit onto the trap. It's only a small hole in the sink (40mm hole with 60mm flange) Thanks Gary

@GregVirgoe 2 жыл бұрын

I used a 1” 1/4” chrome basin waste and a matching shallow bottle trap. 👍🏼😃

@MrFatknackers 3 жыл бұрын

great video again, can i ask the waste drain off, running into the grid, is it 28mm or 22, and what diameter tank connector did you use to connect this to the waste tank , im assuming you had to get a reducer ,,,thanks mick

@scottford5870 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Greg great video, I’m about to fit my grey water tank and was going to insulate it but I note it appears that you haven’t done so. I’m aware of your expert knowledge regarding insulation so I was wondering if you could give me your thoughts regarding this topic? Many thanks in advance 👍

@ARepublicIfYouCanKeepIt 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant design, execution and presentation, as always, Greg. I hope that you, Lou and the rest of the family are all keeping well at home in the UK.

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

Hello John, you’ve been quiet lately? Don’t recall seeing your messages. Hope everything is ok. We are ok considering. Will be on the move again tomorrow. 😊

@ARepublicIfYouCanKeepIt 4 жыл бұрын

@@GregVirgoe It's so good to hear that you, Lou and the rest of the family are well...and that you're on the move once again tomorrow. All my best for your journey. I'm assuming you're remaining in the UK for the next while? I'm OK, as well. I was in Florida for two months, helping to minimize my elderly mother's exposure to Coronavirus. While that was difficult psychologically, I did complete a couple of projects that add to my skill set. The biggest accomplishment was replacing the 21-year old central air conditioning unit on mom's house. I'd installed mini-splits previously, but not an entire central A/C system. Doing the work myself saved mom $5,550, and will save money on every monthly electricity bill from now on!

@madasfish2662 4 жыл бұрын

Hi greg once again great video just wondering if you had the chance to do your van again what would you do differently now your living fulltime in your van

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

I wouldn’t change much it really does work well but these few things I would do. 1. Fit Maxxfan Deluxe they are incredible fans. 2. Fit underslung lpg tank safer and more capacity. 3. Simplify the electrics cut down on 230 sockets and fit more 12v sockets and USB points. 4. Add an external shower point at the back of the van. 5. For a single traveller I wouldn’t have a shower cubicle.

@cliffspicer6555 2 жыл бұрын

Another great explanation Greg but I have a question. Do they not make back-flow connectors for those exit hoses so the water can only go down and not back up? Is that not a good idea anyway since it may be possible for the grey water to be full and the van to be off balance. I know these exists for home plumbing but not sure if they do for smaller systems like this.

@axwomble8776 Жыл бұрын

Love your work - what connection have you used to the tank for the rigid inlet pipe? Struggling to find a 32mm solvent weld tank connector. Thanks!

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

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@dieselbushcraft1299 4 жыл бұрын

Do you ever get vacuum glugging from any of those wastes? Neat job and I like the idea of the traps.

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

No gurgling at all. The larger bore pipes allow air to be released and unlikely to be fully flooded when draining.

@geertritserveldt1058 3 жыл бұрын

Hello Greg, Nice video again. I have a question about teh shower connect on the grey water tank. How did you connect the ffexible waste pipe to the sloted waste from the shower? did you use anny extra parts to connect them?

@TJSplasterworks 4 жыл бұрын

Cheers buddy I ain't that far yet but at least I now know what I am doing now. Is a jacket around the fresh water tank not good enough from frost?. Thinking of ski- ing at some point.

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

If you insulate it well and your pipes it would help. You can also get frost heaters to prevent it from freezing.

@RustyCas999 Жыл бұрын

I wondered about the lack of (what we call) a P-trap (loop seal?) off your sink which prevents gray tank odors odors from getting into your van. But your high point accomplishes the same thing.

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

I have got a small bottle trap on the kitchen sink, however on the shower I’m relying on the high point in the pipe under the chassis to do the same thing. 👍🏼😃

@RustyCas999 Жыл бұрын

@@GregVirgoe I wondered what that was on your sink - we don’t have that style trap in the US (that I’m aware of). In most of the videos I’ve seen, people just seem to ignore it. Makes me wonder how much they really know about building. But I never for a second wonder if you do - I refer people to your channel all the time.

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

@@RustyCas999 if you don’t have a water trap there is nothing to stop the grey waste smells coming back into the living area and nobody wants a stinky van 🚐😳thank you for recommending my videos I really appreciate it 🙏🏼

@denzildurnell3323 4 жыл бұрын

I have a 2 battery and 2 solar panel system. Can I use 16mm cable where you use 10mm as I intend to upgrade to 3 of each in the future. Great content as usual. Den

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

Take a look at my wiring schematic video in the description there are free wiring diagrams for two and three panel and battery setups with all the cable sizes too. 👍🏼😃

@BigVanSmallWorld 4 жыл бұрын

I must upgrade my van 😂👍

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

Mel’s Van World what things have you got in mind? You’ve only just finished it 👍🏼😃

@daviddarling9036 4 жыл бұрын

No the shewee does a great job 🤣🤣🤣

@BigVanSmallWorld 4 жыл бұрын

Greg Virgoe I use my old diesel heater tank under my sink it’s to small 🤓👍

@xgouldiex 4 жыл бұрын

Iv used a iveco fuel tank that came with the mounting brackets aswell bit bog at 70 litres but for free I wasn't complaining

@craftertewaka289 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Greg, thank you for the detailed videos your are back producing. How are you getting on with your new camera? I had a look at John and Mandy's intro video, looks great. On the fence at the moment, your feed back will be the decider!!

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

My last two videos have been produced with the osmo action. I like the wider field of view. The colour may not be as good as my other camera but I have not fiddled with any setting yet. I have sound on an external mic plugged into the side. I think for the convenience of a take anywhere clogging setup it will be my go to camera for now. 😃

@dangerdaveofdevon 4 жыл бұрын

As always a great informative video Greg. Ta. I have a commercial van conversion which allways had water sitting in the shower drain run. When the van braked it would throw this water up through the shower plug hole which was a pain! (Usually store a few things in the shower when we are driving). Ended up fitting a non return valve close to the shower drain. Had to weaken the spring to make it sensitive enough for the water to drain away (not much of a fall to the tank). Working so far but if it becomes unreliable I was thinking about using a small electric waste pump? All the best!

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

When I brake the tray sits behind the waste tank so if anything the water goes into the tank and not the other way. I drive really steady so it’s never been a problem. You might find a Hep2o trap would work better in your situation.

@dangerdaveofdevon 4 жыл бұрын

@@GregVirgoe Cheers! I'll check that out.

@MrPecksniff 4 жыл бұрын

Another invaluable video from the van build pro 👍🏻 Where did you get that tap Greg? The ones that came with the tanks are not up to much 😒

@GregVirgoe 4 жыл бұрын

Yes I thought exactly the same which is why I upgraded to these ones bigger and better and no leaks. www.ebay.co.uk/itm/163676191731

@MrPecksniff 4 жыл бұрын

@@GregVirgoe That's brilliant, thanks Greg, I couldn't find these anywhere for some reason. Let's hope we can all hit the road again soon to enjoy all the hard work :)