How to Install an Outside Shower on an RV

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Written By
Ed English
Ed English
Published: Sep 24, 2010
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read

Step 1

Determine the type of shower you will install. Standard RV showers are mounted flush with the exterior of the RV and have a hose with a handheld sprayer attached. Look behind the wall where you plan to mount the shower and measure to assure there is enough room to install the unit.

Step 2

Drain the water out of the plumbing system in the RV. Locate the hot and cold water pipes. Find a place in the line that allows enough space to cut the pipe and insert a T coupling. Analyze the route you will take from that location to the shower location.

Step 3

Cut the pipe and insert the T couplings. Attach PEX pipe to the T coupling and route it to the shower location. Place clamps along the way to hold the pipe securely in place.

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Step 4

Mount the shower at the desired location according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Flush mounted showers require a large hole to be cut into the RV but other types can be installed by drilling holes for the pipes only.

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Ed English

Ed English began his writing career with his first book titled "SCUBA Diving A Newcomer's Point of View" published in 2005. English has owned businesses for over 25 years; he holds several certifications from the National Cable Television…

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