bathroom faucet question November 21, 2007, 11:46:29 am Yahoo Message Number: 86172People who have changed their bathroom faucet, can you tell me the brand name, model and where to purchase it. We cannot seem to find a faucet with the short nipples. We looked at Lowe's but no luck.Please attach picture of faucet if possible.Greatly appreciated. Bob & Verna Getts -2006 -26.5 mid-bath[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: bathroom faucet question Reply #1 – November 21, 2007, 12:59:36 pm Yahoo Message Number: 86174Quote People ... can you tell me the brand name, model and where to purchase it. > Bob & Verna GettsHey Bob & Verna, Steve (Lazy Bones) here!I just changed out my bath faucet not two weeks ago. I purchased a unit from Orchard Supply Hardware made by Moen under the trade name "Monticello". I paid about $160 for it. And yes, it had the short nipples, about two inches, and it was a direct replacement, no change in the plumbing was needed, just a limber guy with long arms and a firm grip.It has a one piece base, two 'paddle' type handles and a high rise spout. I just looked at the Moen web site but did not see the exact unit. Unfortunately I've thrown the box and paperwork away so I cannot tell you the specific model number. One minor modification was necessary. My plumber had to rout out the back side of the two holes in order to make the faucet unit sit further back, this in order to get the front to not overhang the basin. Good luck!Steve S. Lazy Bones & Jiggs
Dehumidifier Options Reply #2 – November 21, 2007, 01:56:49 pm Yahoo Message Number: 86175With winter fast approaching, I¹m sure that interior dehumidifying my LD will become extremely important, especially in the Pacific Northwest.I currently own a Happy¹s Air Dryr http://tinyurl.com/yusupj- Is one of these devices sufficient for a 23¹ LD? - Are there any other solutions for dehumidifying that other members prefer? I have read that some people plug their LDs into shore-power on a timer to keep their batteries up.- Will a timed dehumidifier keep up the dampness demand? - How many hours of power per day do you think I might need to properly dehumidify? I imagine it will become very important to keep all cabinet doors open. - Are there any drawbacks to providing shore-power to my LD all winter?Thanks.....Neil[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: Dehumidifier Options Reply #3 – November 21, 2007, 02:27:03 pm Yahoo Message Number: 86176On Nov 21, 2007, at 2:56 PM, Neil Carlberg wrote:QuoteWith winter fast approaching, I'm sure that interior dehumidifying my LD will become extremely important, especially in the Pacific Northwest. In the winter when it is cooler, usually the problem is too little humidity, so why would you want to de-humidify anything?QuoteI currently own a Happy's Air Dryr http://tinyurl.com/yusupj This looks like it is simply a low volume heater. If you believe it's claim to handle 1000 cu ft, it is not too far off the mark.Quote- Is one of these devices sufficient for a 23' LD? - Are there any other solutions for dehumidifying that other members prefer? You could accomplish the same effect by turning on the furnace or heat strip and setting at a low temp. But I do that just to protect against the single digit temps we see around here. Too much humidity is definitely not a concern in the winter here.QuoteI have read that some people plug their LDs into shore-power on a timer to keep their batteries up. I leave mine plugged in continuously (an '06) in the winter. Just need to check the water level in the coach batteries periodically. My converter hangs in at around 13.6 to 13.7, so the batteries consume a little water. I probably add water maybe twice a year. The vehicle is parked inside a detached, unheated garage, so solar is not a factor but it does get cold -Dave '06 MB, Indianapolis
Re: Dehumidifier Options Reply #4 – November 21, 2007, 02:34:03 pm Yahoo Message Number: 86178Having lived
Re: bathroom faucet question Reply #5 – November 21, 2007, 03:12:59 pm Yahoo Message Number: 86180Thanks Steve, We will look for that unit at the OSH here
Re: Dehumidifier Options Reply #6 – November 21, 2007, 03:56:27 pm Yahoo Message Number: 86181I also live
Re: bathroom faucet question Reply #7 – November 21, 2007, 05:10:52 pm Yahoo Message Number: 86182Quote People who have changed their bathroom faucet, can you tell me the brand name, model Quote and where to purchase it. We cannot seem to find a faucet with the short nipples. We looked at Lowe's but no luck.Bob-Verna, not sure what type of faucet you are looking for but you might try someone like Dyers RV http://tinyurl.com/25wa6e If you buy a regular faucet from someone like OSH you always have that hole where the stopper rod goes. Joe Hamm-2003 MB
Re: Dehumidifier Options Reply #8 – November 21, 2007, 06:33:15 pm Yahoo Message Number: 86185Dave, You might want to consider using a timer. I'm not a battery expert, but if your batteries are using water in the winter when you aren't using them, I would assume they are slightly overcharging. Perhaps others may have comments. An hour a day seems to keep my batteries up during storage without using much water. The first summer I stored the LD, I did not use a timer, and they required quite a bit of water.Of course, unlike you, I'm not around to add water.Barry 2001 Red RB, TX Where are we? http://map.datastormusers.com/user1.cfm?user=122
Re: Dehumidifier Options Reply #9 – November 21, 2007, 06:57:42 pm Yahoo Message Number: 86186In the 15 months we have had Oki (our kid's inheritance), I have added water to the coach batteries twice. Not too bad in my book, even then they had quite a bit of reserve water left (water was still well over the plates). You are right, it is convenient to check her out in my garage, plus we try to get her out at least monthly for a camping run throughout the year, even in the cold months. I leave her plugged in mainly to keep the heat strip active, temp set to its lowest possible setting of 40F. She stays within a degree or two of 40 throughout the winter so I do not have to drain the plumbing. The only other thing I do is drop a couple of cups of RV antifreeze into the shower drain, thinking the shower trap is more exposed to the cold. All the other plumbing is inside. Last winter I did drain everything and blow out the plumbing because she sat outside for a while, while the garage was being built. Not planning to to do that this year though. When the temps drop toward or below zero, I am sure I'll be out there making sure she is still warm. -Dave '06 MB, Indianapolis
Re: bathroom faucet question Reply #10 – November 22, 2007, 11:20:46 am Yahoo Message Number: 86197Quote People who have changed their bathroom faucet, can you tell me the brand name, model and where to purchase it. We cannot seem to find a faucet with the short nipples. We looked at Lowe's but no luck. I found a straight up replacement faucet for the bathroom sink with a high spout at Camping World. (No rod hole as noted by Joe Hamm.) About $50 as best I can remember from a couple years ago. Easy install and you can get your hands under the water. Tom Schmal 23.5 FL
Re: bathroom faucet question Reply #11 – November 22, 2007, 11:29:26 am Yahoo Message Number: 86198thanks Tom, We will look at CW also Bob&Vernaldertom tandhs@...> wrote:
Re: bathroom faucet question Reply #12 – November 22, 2007, 07:30:40 pm Yahoo Message Number: 86204I replaced ours several years ago. It's a Phoenix model P1200 faucet that I bought at Camping World. You can find a picture of it on my web site at:www.toad.fobria.com/index.asp?page=LD/LDenhance.htmScroll down the page a bit to find the faucet pic.Ted H. '02 FL NE-12 http://map.datastormusers.com/user1.cfm?user=6079
Re: bathroom faucet question to Rob & Verna Reply #13 – November 23, 2007, 08:54:17 pm Yahoo Message Number: 86229Hey guys I just found the receipt for my bathroom faucet. I bought it at Lowes and it's a Price Pfister model #WL2-300C, Lowes item number 120885. I paid $64.00 but online it shows it as $75.27, so check around.Here's a link http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?action=productDetail&productId=120885-37749- WL2-300C&lpage=noneorhttp://tinyurl.com/2gedeaWe love it in our rigKate http://cholulared.blogspot.com &http://www.cholulared.comWant to find us? Click below, we're #3096 http://map.datastormusers.com/user1.cfm?user=3096
Re: bathroom faucet question to Rob & Verna Reply #14 – November 24, 2007, 10:46:04 am Yahoo Message Number: 86246OOH, Thank you very much Kate, we will order it on line . Bob&vernaKate kate@...> wrote: Hey guys I just found the receipt for my bathroom faucet. I bought it at Lowes and it's a Price Pfister model #WL2-300C, Lowes item number 120885. I paid $64.00 but online it shows it as $75.27, so check around.Here's a link http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?action=productDetail&productId=120885-37749- WL2-300C&lpage=noneorhttp://tinyurl.com/2gedeaWe love it in our rigKate http://cholulared.blogspot.com &http://www.cholulared.comWant to find us? Click below, we're #3096 http://map.datastormusers.com/user1.cfm?user=3096[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: bathroom faucet question to Rob & Verna Reply #15 – November 24, 2007, 11:29:43 am Yahoo Message Number: 86248QuoteI just found the receipt for my bathroom faucet. I bought it at Lowes and it's a Price Pfister Quotemodel #WL2-300C, Lowes item number 120885. I paid $64.00 but online it shows it asQuote$75.27, so check around. I haven't been following this thread, but a concern I would have with this faucet is the valves opening while enroute. Most RV faucets are designed so neither gravity nor general vibration and motion will tend to change knob position, due to inertial symmetry of the design. The handles on this faucet appear similar to the ones in a bathroom at home, and they are heavy, putting a lot of rotational inertia on the valve.Steve
Re: bathroom faucet question to Rob & Verna Reply #16 – November 24, 2007, 03:59:03 pm Yahoo Message Number: 86264I haven't been following this thread, but a concern I would have with this faucet is the valves opening while enroute. Most RV faucets are designed so neither gravity nor general vibration and motion will tend to change knob position, due to inertial symmetry of the design. The handles on this faucet appear similar to the ones in a bathroom at home, and they are heavy, putting a lot of rotational inertia on the valve.Steve I'm not sure I quite understand what you're saying, do you think the knobs will loosen while traveling, is that it? Is that what you mean by inertial symmetry and rotational inertia?Anyhow, so far they haven't moved a bit. Hope that continues.Katehttp://cholulared.blogspot.com &http://www.cholulared.comWant to find us? Click below, we're #3096 http://map.datastormusers.com/user1.cfm?user=3096[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: bathroom faucet question to Rob & Verna Reply #17 – November 24, 2007, 04:41:00 pm Yahoo Message Number: 86267Kate, I dont think the knobs would, move, but to be safe dont travel with water pump on. Also if they do tend to move a rubber band shoud stop any movement Bob&Verna Kate Klein kate@...> wrote: I haven't been following this thread, but a concern I would have with this faucet is the valves opening while enroute. Most RV faucets are designed so neither gravity nor general vibration and motion will tend to change knob position, due to inertial symmetry of the design. The handles on this faucet appear similar to the ones in a bathroom at home, and they are heavy, putting a lot of rotational inertia on the valve.Steve I'm not sure I quite understand what you're saying, do you think the knobs will loosen while traveling, is that it? Is that what you mean by inertial symmetry and rotational inertia?Anyhow, so far they haven't moved a bit. Hope that continues.Kate http://cholulared.blogspot.com &http://www.cholulared.comWant to find us? Click below, we're #3096 http://map.datastormusers.com/user1.cfm?user=3096[Non-text portions of this message have been removed][Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: bathroom faucet question to Rob & Verna Reply #18 – November 24, 2007, 05:33:33 pm Yahoo Message Number: 86270I've never seen a faucet open while underway, and I've never heard of it happening to anyone else. That doesn't mean it can't... but the friction in those knobs when shut off is great enough that I just can't imagine them twisting around by themselves. I don't think this is something to worry about.Andy Baird http://www.andybaird.com/travels/
Re: bathroom faucet question to Rob & Verna Reply #19 – November 24, 2007, 06:11:57 pm Yahoo Message Number: 86276Thanks Andy, I think my biggest problem is to remove the factory faucet, sealent or glue. Bob& VERNA Andy Baird andybaird@...> wrote: I've never seen a faucet open while underway, and I've never heard of it happening to anyone else. That doesn't mean it can't... but the friction in those knobs when shut off is great enough that I just can't imagine them twisting around by themselves. I don't think this is something to worry about.Andy Baird http://www.andybaird.com/travels/[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: bathroom faucet question to Rob & Verna Reply #20 – November 24, 2007, 08:44:44 pm Yahoo Message Number: 86283I changed out both the bathroom and kitchen faucets in my old 1983 Pace Arrow, with units from Lowe's (i.e., not RV specified faucets). Had that MH about 3 years after that, and drove it on many wash-board forest service roads in Colorado. That old MH used to shake, rattle and roll , and many times I swore that the dash vibrations and shimmys were going to cause the two big front windows to fall out (but they never did), and the cabinet doors to fall off (they never did), and all the dishes to break (they didn't) [Thanks goodness none of that happened!]. I'm pretty sure that I left the water pump on during all our trips, and never had a leak from either faucet. The ride in my LD is so smooth compared to that big old box (I swear it rides better than my wife's Buick), that I don't believe I will have any leaks after I replace the faucets in both places in the LD (future project), either. It's always good to see folks sharing their concerns about a possible problem on this forum (I try to read every post, in case something is buried inside a post with a subject line that belies it's content), and I'm not being argumentive in any way, just passing on my experience.George Culp 23.5 T/K62 degrees and breezy here in Saucier, MS ===========================================================================================Andy Baird wrote:
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