Relocating Fresh water tank
Ive got a 97 Jayco 5th wheel and after my last trip I’m looking to relocating the fresh water tank and possible getting a larger one. The current one is under the futon/sofa inside the living quarter...
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The age of the unit has nothing at all to do with the project so you can move on to other posters information.
If you NEVER do any cold weather camping the location of the water tank will not matter. If you do, you will want to reconsider your choice. The location under the coach, above the axle will also be subject to a great deal of road debris so you will need to ensure a well built surround to keep it safe. That all adds up to a lot of new weight as well. Water is about 8# per gallon plus the larger tank plus the new surround. Will the trailer have enough weight carrying capacity to handle all of that? Just a few thoughts. As others mention, you can add a tank as well or carry a water bladder in the bed of a pickup truck to add fresh water capacity. Black and Grey tank capacities don't change with any of the fresh water changes so what are you going to do with all that fresh water when your black and grey tanks are full?
If you NEVER do any cold weather camping the location of the water tank will not matter. If you do, you will want to reconsider your choice. The location under the coach, above the axle will also be subject to a great deal of road debris so you will need to ensure a well built surround to keep it safe. That all adds up to a lot of new weight as well. Water is about 8# per gallon plus the larger tank plus the new surround. Will the trailer have enough weight carrying capacity to handle all of that? Just a few thoughts. As others mention, you can add a tank as well or carry a water bladder in the bed of a pickup truck to add fresh water capacity. Black and Grey tank capacities don't change with any of the fresh water changes so what are you going to do with all that fresh water when your black and grey tanks are full?
