FAQs

Fresh Water

Why choose Push-fit?

12mm Pushfit is the industry standard for leisure vehicles providing a simple but effective installation solution for end users from professionals to self-builders.

Are pipe inserts necessary in Pushfit connections?

A minimum recommendation with hot water connections to provide support to the pipe when it becomes warm/pliable, many installers also use them on cold fittings simply for peace of mind.&

Should I use the red/blue locking clips?

The purpose of the locking clip is to stop the collett being depressed, which in turn may allow the pipe to be ejected from the fitting.&

Waste water

Can I connect 28mm rigid pipe to 28.5mm convoluted pipe?

You can, however, they are actually two different systems. There are adapters but please search for 28.5mm adaptor&

Should I fit an inline trap?

It comes down to layout. What you must consider is that any form of trap introduced a restriction in an already small bore system.

Which waste pipe should I use?

The industry standard is Black 20mm Convoluted Waste Pipe, this may seem small, but when installed correctly will provide suitable drainage.&

Pumps & Accumulators

Which brand of pump should I choose?

We have a comprehensive range but the Shurflo is by far the most popular pump, there are more expensive options, the choice is yours.

What pressure pump should I choose?

20psi is suitable for smaller vehicles and 30psi for larger systems. If your installing a Truma boiler don’t fit anything above 30psi as it may interfere with the safety relief valve.

Do I need an accumulator?

Many small systems don’t require an accumulator, many people fit them as a precaution during installation, they can however be retrofitted into a system that doesn’t have one.&

Water Tanks

Do the Wydale tanks fit LHD vehicles?

No, they are only suitable for UK/RHD vehicles with single sliding doors.

Do the water tanks come with plumbing fittings?

Whilst we defiantly have everything you need, every van is slightly different. Sometimes it’s easier to conclude what pipe and fittings are needed after the tanks are in place.

Internal or external tanks?

This can very much be dictated by space or intended use. Whilst a large vehicle could accommodate internal tanks a smaller vehicle may need them to go underneath. If your planning skiing you may want to consider internal only.

Heating Systems

Diesel, gas or electric?

The most effective way to your van/water is to burn a fuel. Gas is very efficient, quiet and consumes lower quantities of 12v power. Diesel can be noisier and also requires a higher level or 12v power supply. Electric is not likely to be the best option considering most heating is required in the darker months when solar may not be as regularly available.

Is the Truma Combi a good unit?

In a nut shell, yes. We sell lots of these in both gas and diesel variants, whilst they may seem an expensive option, they are the best all in one solution for heating and hot water in a leisure vehicle. This is also backed up by excellent customer support from Truma in the unfortunate event of an issue.