Outside Shower Replacement-2017 320S

Homebodyatheart

I have to replace my entire outside shower unit (broken part) and have one on order from NuCamp via my dealer. It’s really a “plug and play” unit and I dislike paying for service if I can do it myself. I also don’t want to damage the Azdel by doing it myself. I would imagine that there needs to be some sort of sealant involved. Has anyone here done this, and how did it go? Thanks! 

Horigan

Any outdoor sealant or chalk will work.  I use 3M 4200, because that's what I have around.  Any RV or marine store will have something.  If you prefer the existing grey, check an RV store.  You should consider replacing the stiff white shower hose with a more flexible one.  It will be easier on the area that failed.

It's easy to replace.  Just gently scrap off the old sealant with a putty knife, unscrew the old unit, move the hoses to new unit and re-install and reseal.  Make sure the pump is off before starting.

https://www.amazon.com/Camco-43716-Marine-Flexible-Replacement/dp/B000NOSSEI/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=rv+shower+hose&qid=1677169505&sprefix=rv+shower+hose%2Caps%2C295&sr=8-5

Homebodyatheart

@Horigan thanks for this information! I almost never use it, but it needs to be functional. 

Slackers

I too had to replace my unit.  I did the same as @Horigan. I used Geocel 2810V Pro Flex (White) RV Flexible Sealant. It was purchase on Amazon and has held up well the last couple years.

Homebodyatheart

@Slackers how difficult was it to remove the unit? It’s still winterized, probably until late March or April, so no issues with water in the lines. I hate the thought of paying for labor if I can do it myself. Thanks for your input!

Slackers

I used a plastic putty knife to remove the caulking.  I used the blade flat against the wall and then flat against the shower box enclosure.  Don't go after it like a horror movie villain.  After that effort and the removal of screws the box could be pushed out from the inside. I used rubbing alcohol to clean up the residue.  In general just slowly work through the process. 
Also as @Horigan notes above attach the hoses to the new box before tightening down the screws and sealing with caulk.

qhumberd

Not sure but if you have the Fontana outdoor shower box you might consider making it more useful and less prone to leaks with an inexpensive mod as I and others have done:

https://tab-rv.vanillacommunity.com/discussion/16114/quick-disconnect-for-the-outdoor-shower-a-success#latest

Horigan

@Homebodyatheart
The link above at a minumum will give you a good idea on what's involved to remove and replace the shower box.  Just four screws once the sealant is removed.

Mickerly

As Horigan suggested, the hard white hose is a pain. I replaced it with a regular flexible shower hose. Also, you can takeoff the sprayer. It has a very small entry hole for water. Opening it up to 1/4in makes it work so much better.