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Old 01-28-2008, 10:51 PM   #21
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Damn both of you. I had to get out of my hot tub at a balmy 101F to come inside to read this post.

You guys are killing me! But I love it.

Hmmm.... a bigger tank in the same location.

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Old 01-29-2008, 03:42 AM   #22
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I asked this question to SMB some time ago. The 16-gal for a "50" is one tank and fits in the 10-gal spot under the couch, but they modify the metal frame so the extra gallons stick out the back in a visible way (if you have the bed platform out of the back. Doesn't stick out too much, though.

If you want 20 gal, they put an extra 10-gal tank along the right rear side of the van. encased so you don't see it. But it eliminates putting other options in the same location.

They sent me a diagram showing both options, but I can't find the diagram.

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Old 01-29-2008, 03:43 AM   #23
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These are pretty bad. They were for SMB Texas on planning the invertor so they're not directly of the water tank. The tank itself extends backwards instead of sideways.



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Old 01-29-2008, 09:42 AM   #24
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After taking some more measurements I think I'm back to adding another 10 gal. tank to the right of the existing "10" gal. tank. I could squeeze a new 14.5 gal tank in where my existing "10" gal. tank is, but with a family of four expecting to have some extended times away from fresh water this summer I think 20ish gallons makes sense. I'll configure it so I can remove the additional tank if needed, but I suspect that once it is in I will leave it in.

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Old 01-29-2008, 08:22 PM   #25
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After taking some more measurements I think I'm back to adding another 10 gal. tank to the right of the existing "10" gal. tank. I could squeeze a new 14.5 gal tank in where my existing "10" gal. tank is, but with a family of four expecting to have some extended times away from fresh water this summer I think 20ish gallons makes sense. I'll configure it so I can remove the additional tank if needed, but I suspect that once it is in I will leave it in.

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Hmm, why not add the 14.5 gal tank, and move your 10 gal to the right as the temp? Then you get ~25 for the trip, and an improved 15 after the trip. You gotta buy one tank... so why not make it the 14.5 instead of the 10?
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Old 01-29-2008, 11:16 PM   #26
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Contact El Monte Plastics at (626) 442 - 0162 and request a catalog . I would personally upgrade the existing tank to a larger size as opposed to a dual configuration as this will lead to twice the chance of leaking .
PS they are on Strozier Ave , El Monte Ca. The bulk of their business is for the RV industry and I have used them with success for 25 plus years
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Old 01-30-2008, 08:10 AM   #27
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The other problem with just replacing my original tank is that I would lose a few inches to the storage under the bed to the rear of the van. Not sure yet if that is a big issue or not. I know there are several times I have that area packed to the point it is a challenge to get the rear doors closed. A single tank solution would be the cleanest. I would still like to see photos of a 16 or 20 gal installation in a "50" layout. Would be curious if all the extra tank size sticks out the rear of the couch in addition to filling all of the space between the couch steel supports.

I hope to get my plan together this weekend.

Greggde - Thanks for the info on El Monte Plastics. I have found several places on-line, but always prefer a good referral.

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Old 01-30-2008, 08:20 PM   #28
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additional water tank

Phil, There is a photo that Greg took of a 16 gal tank in a RB50 in my album. two photos, as a matter of fact. Hope that might help.


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Old 01-30-2008, 08:31 PM   #29
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Thanks Philrod.
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Old 01-31-2008, 12:05 PM   #30
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Phil,
Another good source for plastic tanks is West Marine. They will also have all of the plumbing items needed for a retrofit. Do you have one near you?
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