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bigorange
Nov 15, 2017Explorer
BarneyS wrote:
In addition, that trailer, like our present one, was a travel trailer as opposed to a 5th wheel, with the living room at the front and bedroom in the rear. The placement of the tank at the front of the trailer under the sofa added to the tongue weight which helped with the stability of the trailer while being towed. We very seldom filled it all the way up but kept enough in there to use until we reached our destination or at least warmer weather than you find in Michigan in the winter. In addition, there was nothing else under there that needed that space so it would have been just a useless empty space.
At least in your case, you have a good use for the area.
Good luck with your decision to remove yours. I hope it turns out well for you. :)
Barney
Agree 100%. My water tank is under the bed in the rear...while inside placement is nice to prevent freezing, I’ll never buy a trailer with fresh water tank behind the axles again. Even with WDH and sway bars in place it is very noticeable when towing with much water in the tank.
That said, I agree with others that this should be a simple project. Nothing to worry about with the sensor wires and in addition to what others have said I’d recommend checking the routing of the lines just to make sure no common water lines with the tank and fresh water supply lines. You may need to cap or bypass the lines to the tank and the pump. The lines in my trailer have easy screw connectors and there are similar screw caps available as well.
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