Make a Portable Powered Water Supply for SUV, Mini Van, Car Camping and off-grid outdoor Shower.

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Make a Portable Powered Water Supply for SUV, Mini Van, Car Camping and off-grid outdoor Shower.

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Here, I make a powered and pressurized water source from readily available parts. This is a big improvement from using jugs and such if you are living small in a van, car camping, mini camper or just for your campsite. Includes a parts list links . I did the work so you don't have to.
COMPONENTS
1. Aqua-Tainer Rigid 7 Gallon Water Container: amzn.to/31K3igK
2. 3/4 X 6” Cutoff Riser: amzn.to/2PThZZa
3. 3/8” right angle barbed hose connector: amzn.to/349L9vR
4. 3/8” ID clear, braided hose: amzn.to/3atNse7
5. 5/8” Hose clamps 10 pack: amzn.to/2Fd1ftV
6. Bayite 12v 5amp 80psi water pump: amzn.to/3kGPFYn
7. Paracord: amzn.to/3iI1oEl
8. Storehouse heat shrink tube: amzn.to/3kJkRq0
9. Wagner Heatgun. Not the one I used but available on Amazon: amzn.to/3fVSG3w
10. GE Silicone caulk: amzn.to/2XVXlvW
11. Crimp Wire Connectors: amzn.to/33XTBOk
12. Danco Sprayer and Hose: amzn.to/33ZZ0Vc
13. 3/8 barb x 1/4 MIP hose adapter: amzn.to/30QZTgX
14. Lamp Cord: amzn.to/3gVWF14
15. Cord Switch: amzn.to/2Cq13qd
16. Jackery Portable Power Station 240: amzn.to/3gV0Avh
17. 12 vdc plug: amzn.to/3j3943Z
TOOLS- I used but you can find cheaper.
18. Milwaukee 6” diagonal wire cutters: amzn.to/2DTp35I
19. Milwaukee Wire Strippers: amzn.to/2PMJ3JI
20. Milwaukee Electrical Connection Crimpers: amzn.to/31KyEDY
21. Fiskars Anvil Pruners: amzn.to/3aqqULb
Camping things I have with the 4Runner:
Buy Folding Bamboo Table here: amzn.to/3fh4sFb
Buy Renogy 50w solar panel mono here: amzn.to/2jNKICu
Buy Reflectix here: amzn.to/2laCwfM
Buy Twin Mattress here: amzn.to/2lfIoEH
Buy Portable RV shower here: amzn.to/2lh06aX
Buy Ozark Trails 26 Qrt Cooler here: amzn.to/2jLH7or
Buy Gas One camp stove here: amzn.to/2ldJFMo
Buy Olimpiafit Bath towels here: amzn.to/2lgmzVz
Buy Trainiac 1/2 gal jug here: amzn.to/2lh0Vk3
Buy MC4 to 8mm for Jackery 240 solar: amzn.to/2jMZRDX
Buy Mini Evaporative cooler here: amzn.to/2jLPkZP
Buy 12vdc fan here: amzn.to/2jLPY9H
Buy USB light here: amzn.to/2leKGnx
Buy Lunatec washcloth here: camzn.to/2XJFLbH
Buy Shower cabana here: amzn.to/2leLQPV
Buy Collapsible camp chair here: amzn.to/2jLMWCj
Buy Clothes storage zipper bags here: amzn.to/2leMKMj

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@amberamber100 4 жыл бұрын

Right I’m now ripping out the tap and installing this in my camper. Genius.

@pennyt7928 4 жыл бұрын

Great design! At a time when it's so important to keep washing your hands.

@XplorerSteveDIY 4 жыл бұрын

I know, right?

@seanh4841 4 жыл бұрын

Fantastic, so simple, and you explain things methodically and at a steady pace, what a great pod cast.

@TheJasonskim 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your build. On my version, I mounted my pump onto a dollar store cutting board with zip ties and used adhesive heavy duty velcro to mount it onto my aquatainer. Your outline of parts is amazing! I did save some money by picking up a few parts from Home Depot though.

@CoryTheMoodyTraveler 4 жыл бұрын

Dude I swear the internet can read minds. I have been needing to devise a way to have some quick water for post surfing and in between showers(or actual showers) and boom! Steve to the rescue! Love it man!

@GEAUXFRUGAL 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Cory how have you been. Been looking for a video from you.

@dickspade7045 4 жыл бұрын

You are too modest, my friend! I think the design & execution are excellent. Thanks for sharing. I'm going to make one for sure.

@keithmcilwaine4921 2 жыл бұрын

EXCELLENT idea!!! Really appreciate your clear instructions.

@2LaneTraveler 4 жыл бұрын

Potable water is very important. You can reduce food rations and get by for a long time, but your body will quickly shut down without fresh water. Nice build!

@gaylapruitt8316 4 жыл бұрын

You made it look easy enough for this non electrically minded/skilled girl to do. Love knowing there's an option.

@robertdyer5294 3 жыл бұрын

You sure are an innovative guy.

@loveme77527 3 жыл бұрын

I'm doing this!!🤗 Thanks for sharing my friend from afar...👍🙏💯

@LostOnLandAgain 4 жыл бұрын

You made that look easy.. If I tried that I'd somehow become tangled in wires and hoses. :)

@kevinshea4776 4 жыл бұрын

Nice Steve...another great idea from Xplorer Steve's Laboratories !

@tuberhighland 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steve. Great Idea. I was using 5 gallons folding jugs but they were cumbersome. I almost built your idea, but I need the front passenger footwell for my wife. I ended up using an 8-gallon Ironton ATV sprayer from Northern Tool with a 1 GPM pump as it fits in the rear passenger footwell of my Xterra and I can sleep on it. It's everything (tank, pump, switch, 10-ft hose, adjustable sprayer) in one package for $70. Now I have 8 gallons of running water that I can use to fill my cup to make my coffee, or rinse my shoes or wash my car. Thanks Steve!

@laura-ann.0726 3 жыл бұрын

I like the way you have the pump tied to the water can. No holes drilled into the can, and it's removeable; the pump can easily and quickly be transferred to a different water can. I'm going to see if I can duplicate this for a camping shower and dishwashing system.

@carolmaplesden916 3 жыл бұрын

if i go with this plan i will use some light weight plastic like one of those cheap cutting boards not the flexible kind and try some industrial Velcro to attach to the water jug

@davesworld7961 2 жыл бұрын

This is great. Wonder if you've done a version where you cut an extra hole in the container to drop in a bucket heater for hot water.

@WeekendWarrior604 3 жыл бұрын

“Not me” I lost it 😂😂😂

@molliedoodleable 3 жыл бұрын

I bought same pump with water hose material. I had no plans from there. You just helped me successfully adapt what I bought to my minivan build. Thank you so much.

@Q-BinTom 3 жыл бұрын

Very cool build. So glad I came upon your channel. will add this to my need to make list.

@mariajacqueline1140 3 жыл бұрын

Best and simplest system I’ve seen so far!

@mwjii 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, I just found your channel great stuff and you use Harbor F. Love it 👍🏻

@JDeWittDIY 3 жыл бұрын

If anyone is googling, it's "taut light hitch".

@Swimdeep 3 жыл бұрын

I love all the detail Steve-so helpful. Nice build👍

@rubenfelan6372 2 жыл бұрын

I like it!! Thanks for sharing!

@edtheoldtechguy 4 жыл бұрын

Steve, love your videos! Thanks for this new one. Been missing you brother

@shadomane 2 жыл бұрын

Nice water system. I'm going to put one together for my Highlander micro camper build. Thanks for sharing.

@Popcornbeetle 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great video. Just ordered the amazon stuff from your list so you’ll get the referral. Think this will be much better than the cheap stuff on Amazon that don’t work with the aquatainers.

@cindybetts8341 3 жыл бұрын

WOW!!! This would be AWESOME!!! Thank you for sharing this! I sure couldn't do it on my own. SMH

@MrChucky619 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! This is exactly what I was looking for. Going to go van dwelling to save money. Thanks for all the great videos.

@robertphillips3893 4 жыл бұрын

Can I come and play at your house? You have all the best toys. You are safe, I can't cross the border because of the Covid. Nice job once again.

@laronis 4 жыл бұрын

My RV has a toilet tank with the water pump submerged in water (seems to be a poor design to me). The water pump never lasts more than 4 years and i have to replace it which is a huge pain in the butt. I struggle to get my hand down this tiny whole to pull the pump out. Anyway i really like your idea of putting the silicone into the shrink tubing after connecting the two wires with the crimp (just the way mine is setup also). Great idea, i will let you know in 4 years if it lasted longer, lol.

@XplorerSteveDIY 4 жыл бұрын

Deal!

@paulabrown-smith3290 4 жыл бұрын

Waited until work settled down so I could focus my full attention on your vlog. Truthfully, it was alot of information but in the end it was a great piece of work. Will be looking forward to your sewing skills. Your bar keeps getting higher.

@cityslickeroutdoors8306 4 жыл бұрын

You might wanna make sure you tag this with ‘shower’ ‘camping shower’ etc because I was looking for this the other day and couldn’t find it. Thanks Xplorer Steve!

@XplorerSteveDIY 4 жыл бұрын

Great idea!!

@cillaloves2fish688 4 жыл бұрын

Very cool!! I like it! Water is sooooooo important!!

@jamesfuntravels 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome build!! I love really simple builds and projects. Thanks so much for sharing!

@truckindawg1 4 жыл бұрын

This is great. I may build one of these to use in my semi truck. Totally need a water source in my truck!!! Thanks Steve!

@lareneandpipsqueeksully 4 жыл бұрын

OMG YES! Thank you!

@GEAUXFRUGAL 4 жыл бұрын

I have a on demand hot water heater and a dolly would be a good platform for the water vessel and hot water heater. I have tanks that are huge would have to get smaller tanks if I were going to make a portable system. Spray paint water bottle black ,use mylar to add solar gain. Add insulated hose equipment to output so temp can remain constant. Add a solar battery and small panel if you want tack on a radio and a light with mirror. Also build a wrap for your water vessel to keep water warm through the night.

@XplorerSteveDIY 4 жыл бұрын

Got solar on the 4runner. See build video's

@slamboy66 4 жыл бұрын

Nice build. I went with a 12 volt 15 gallon ATV garden sprayer painted black with a sight line. All in one except for sprayer.

@XplorerSteveDIY 4 жыл бұрын

I looked at garden sprayers. Either too big or too small for the floorboard of the 4Runner. Would have been an easy solution though.

@slamboy66 4 жыл бұрын

@@XplorerSteveDIY Cool, mine is on rack.

@stanthecomputerman 4 жыл бұрын

More heat gun videos!!! Those new rims are nice!

@Ryan-mk8yw 3 жыл бұрын

Sir, you are a genius! Thank you for sharing!

@dansalas399 3 жыл бұрын

Great idea with the water pump! Ever thought about doing a similar system with water filtration included that can filter out not so clean water into safe drinking water? Say you run out of water at your camp site and had to rely on water from melted snow or stream or a lake?

@XplorerSteveDIY 3 жыл бұрын

That would be cool!

@seantaylor4107 3 жыл бұрын

Steve, I just finished building this. I did a 3 day camp out of my van for testing my layout. Did great. I did put a 12 foot hose on mine with a Garden Sprayer. Cheers.

@XplorerSteveDIY 3 жыл бұрын

Nice work! Thanks for the feedback.

@clarktferrill 4 жыл бұрын

Have you looked at the Bona Vita coffee drip..it will hold the water until you get a strong brew..has a lever than is either open and let's the water go thru..or closed and holds the brew until it's strong brew..

@lisantica842 4 жыл бұрын

I don't need one of those, but I sure want to build it!

@jim6335 4 жыл бұрын

I use CPC fittings which holds water pressure when you disconnect to fill the water container so you don't have to prime the pump when you refill water.

@XplorerSteveDIY 4 жыл бұрын

The pump primes itself when you turn it on. takes a couple seconds.

@GEAUXFRUGAL 4 жыл бұрын

That's very nice love how organized your shop is.

@JimmyD_C172 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome Idea! Thank you for the disclaimer...(not me...) LOL.

@cookedfalcons.9614 4 жыл бұрын

brilliant, love the simplicity.

@patrickjobling8676 4 жыл бұрын

Well mr pilgrim ...another successful mission .. im makin a list .. oh and luvin that heat gun ..😍😁😎pip pips and carryon pilgrim

@XplorerSteveDIY 4 жыл бұрын

Cracking me up.

@patrickjobling8676 4 жыл бұрын

@@XplorerSteveDIY harbor freights got glue ..😂🤣😂😎pip pips and carryon squadron leader

@bcgrittner 4 жыл бұрын

On our motorcycle Mrs. and I carried a collapsible 5 gallon jug which I would fill and then blow into through the valve for pressure. Simple and lightweight. I like yours better.

@Linescrew1Canada 4 жыл бұрын

1st only cuz I didn't watch the video yet and was up at 4am! Lol

@XplorerSteveDIY 4 жыл бұрын

Doesn't count.

@Cruzian 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Steve for sharing your build. I've watched other builds using the Sceptre can but never felt 100% with that design. We use aquatainers daily so when I saw your design I knew that's exactly what I wanted. And putting everything together just looked way easier. I already had half the materials you used so this build, another plus.

@ramonpagan695 4 жыл бұрын

Now I know how to make one thanks.

@Loudmovth 2 жыл бұрын

Are all these components rated for potable drinking water? Great system thanks for sharing

@JohnDoe-xm9ql 4 жыл бұрын

Great setup Steve.. 👍

@jayjayjay4788 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for a very informative & interesting video. Salaam to you and to all.

@tomallen1725 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steve, great set up!

@markreynolds3850 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing this video, great job,very interesting.

@WillowsGarden 4 жыл бұрын

Very convenient and portable, excellent video as always!

@lillypatience 3 жыл бұрын

I finally got mine to work! But only using my van's 12 volt. The fuse blows when I try to use it on my portable battery. The male cig plug has a 10 amp fuse and my portable battery has a 10 amp plug as well, like the Jackery 240. Not sure what's causing the fuse to blow. Thanks for the idea!

@aerohk 2 жыл бұрын

awesome, subbed

@kabzak 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent work as always. Thank you for sharing.

@wildwombay1 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Steve, I slept in the desert in my 4Runner. Works out pretty good but you can't do it all the time....

@laurajphillips5981 4 жыл бұрын

Great invention! Good instructions!

@texasproud3332 4 жыл бұрын

Very cool you are always coming up with pretty cool videos

@jamessherman7570 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice video... explanation is really thorough... Thanks for sharing

@terryburns8917 4 жыл бұрын

Nice looking setup

@richardbottslotsandmore5696 4 жыл бұрын

Wow...That's awesome. Thanks for showing us...Great videos..

@simonohong884 4 жыл бұрын

I am place ordering now! Finally I got solutions:)

@thomasbrustad5596 4 жыл бұрын

This is a great idea! I'm going to use this one for sure! Thanks

@MoBangFoYoBucks 4 жыл бұрын

Another nice built as always!💯👍

@averagealice8877 4 жыл бұрын

It's so great that you show all the steps! I've been kind of looking for a solution like this to our RV shower set up: right now we have a Zodi pump which is getting old and we're going to need a replacement in not too long. I"m assuming this pump can handle hot water? We don't use our water heater because we haven't figured out a way to measure our usage when water is through the RV pipe system, (water always being scarce since we're dispersed camping so we need to take navy showers), and in the winter we can't use the RV system anyway because of the freezing pipe risk. So we just heat water on the cook stove and insert the Zodi pump every time. Just my preference wouldn't be a 7 gallon though - it's really heavy - maybe get 2 5 gallons? or some 2.5 gallons? 7 gallons is better if you need to stay in good shape!

@speterbilt 4 жыл бұрын

Then get a good 12v water heater probe with a temp set guage and you have hot or warm water

@JeffBannow 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great video. Definitely want to try this out. Have you noticed any off flavors in the water?

@XplorerSteveDIY 4 жыл бұрын

Not at all

@JeffBannow 4 жыл бұрын

@@XplorerSteveDIY Perfect! Headed to the hardware store right now.

@morganhillbilly1475 4 жыл бұрын

Great system....THANKS!

@Asomesauc 4 жыл бұрын

Steve another video ? Man your spoiling us

@user-zv9ni3yr6k 4 жыл бұрын

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@kestrel114 4 жыл бұрын

Nicely explained as always. Thanks

@christyj24 4 жыл бұрын

So smart!

@Lotuslaful 4 жыл бұрын

Great job!

@NWHomesteader 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice! Thank you

@kobayashimanami 4 жыл бұрын

Nice to meet you！ It's an interesting video☺️👍👍

@jamescarroll0615 4 жыл бұрын

Great idea.

@khunopie9159 4 жыл бұрын

The truck is looking great Stevio, but if you do decide to take a bride, where will you put her?

@RoryVanucchi 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@StaticCamperVan 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice job. Going to be very useful for you.

@XplorerSteveDIY 4 жыл бұрын

Yes it will

@Notare2222 4 жыл бұрын

I thought I can hook this up to a 5 gallon solar shower by taking off little shower head and connecting that to pump. Then you can have pressurized heated shower. Solar for water heat and Jackery 300 for pump setup

@XplorerSteveDIY 4 жыл бұрын

good idea.

@johnpaulsamia7599 4 жыл бұрын

Can you post daily? Love your 4Runner videos

@XplorerSteveDIY 4 жыл бұрын

No. I usually post tri-monthly, haha. I am good with a slow pace. YT is a hobby.

@johnpaulsamia7599 4 жыл бұрын

Xplorer Steve DIY haha still great. Thank you for doing what you do. It’s very fun and funny

@bluettr250 3 жыл бұрын

Combine that with a hot water source using a heat exchanger from your vehicle..

@carolmaplesden916 3 жыл бұрын

yes i would like to learn that thanks

@tombob671 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant

@travelfun3513 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah- need this💕

@jessicacordova3139 3 жыл бұрын

This design is awesome! I really want to make one and I’m wondering if the lamp switch is necessary? Sorry if that’s a dumb question I’m new to this but loving all your videos!

@johnmowry8541 2 жыл бұрын

Does the water not splash out when you are driving, or do you put the valve back on during transport?

@tonymontana3742 4 жыл бұрын

I've seen a sewing machines for sale every now and then. I've wanted one but was afraid it would just sit. Expecting to see you in some hand sewn clothes and sneakers.

@MSWcryptoworker 6 ай бұрын

How many watts did the water pump/pressure use? Info for a potential 70 yr young baby person

@vjhurstcreations5473 4 жыл бұрын

Tautline Hitch (sorry old Girl Scout) great use for this knot and really ingenious...do you think you could if it would fit down in the small hole put one of those electric water heater coils in the plastic jug?

@XplorerSteveDIY 4 жыл бұрын

No to the heater. If you do, let us know.

@vjhurstcreations5473 4 жыл бұрын

@@XplorerSteveDIY I will do so....would you just not do it or would it be hazardous?

@jason-white 4 жыл бұрын

"Not me" HAHAHAHA I certainly hope not lol

@koko-rl9zm 4 жыл бұрын

Back to the Bat Cave umm.... Xplorer Laboratory ! 🦸🏻‍♂️

@lejindaryjiniusjinjin2878 3 жыл бұрын

Subscribed. I have been binging on your videos and saw you in the other one you had a mini Portable shower. What happened to that one? Should I buy that one if I don't want to build one?