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rockhillmanor
Nov 30, 2017Explorer II
I've had 3 RV's that had a tub so I know you can buy a lightweight RV tub that you could add safely with existing frame from shower, by taking out shower pan.
But,....
1. RV Tub is not that tall, barely covers the essentials.
2. Water heater is small capacity. I found one tank of heated water is not enough to heat a tub.
3. Unless you are parked with full hookups, using a tub once a day will full up your gray tank in a heart beat.
That is why I no longer buy RV's with tubs. It's showers all the way.

But,....
1. RV Tub is not that tall, barely covers the essentials.
2. Water heater is small capacity. I found one tank of heated water is not enough to heat a tub.
3. Unless you are parked with full hookups, using a tub once a day will full up your gray tank in a heart beat.
That is why I no longer buy RV's with tubs. It's showers all the way.

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