water filter for taste and smell

[pianotuna]

Hi all,

Does anyone know of a system that can get rid of both taste and smell while allowing enough water flow for a shower?

Thanks in advance.

Seasons Greetings to all!

[pianotuna]

Techwriter, It also has a Galley tank.

For myself, the fresh water tank would be an easy fix with an RO slowly filling it. But the end user is not me.

It needs to be a set up that is user friendly and not require a lot of intervention.

The users have already managed to overflow the galley tank--as they did not know where the drain valve was located.

[TechWriter]

pianotuna wrote:

TechWriter wrote:

pianotuna wrote:
Does anyone know of a system that can get rid of both taste and smell while allowing enough water flow for a shower?

I put a lot of filtration on my old Class A, and to ensure adequate water pressure I just made sure to turn on my water pump and shower on my water tank supply.

Don't you have the same option?

I don't know if using the tank is an option. It is a fifth wheel that will not be moved anytime soon. It does solve any flow rate problems.

This is not an area where I'm knowledgeable.

I believe your 5th wheel will have a gray, a black, and a water tank.

[pianotuna]

TechWriter wrote:

pianotuna wrote:
Does anyone know of a system that can get rid of both taste and smell while allowing enough water flow for a shower?

I put a lot of filtration on my old Class A, and to ensure adequate water pressure I just made sure to turn on my water pump and shower on my water tank supply.

Don't you have the same option?

I don't know if using the tank is an option. It is a fifth wheel that will not be moved anytime soon. It does solve any flow rate problems.

This is not an area where I'm knowledgeable.

[Second_Chance]

pianotuna wrote:

Second Chance wrote:
A filter that will eliminate tastes and smell and permit enough flow for a shower doesn't exist in a size suitable for RVs. We installed one of these under the sink for drinking and cooking. It works really well. It's the ceramic shell and carbon block (not granules) that makes the difference:

Under-sink filter

Rob

I found a charcoal with a flow rate of 4 gallons per minute. I think showers come in at about 2 to 3 gallons per minute.

Granulated charcoal and carbon block aren't the same.

Rob

[pianotuna]

2oldman wrote:
What sort of taste and odor are we talking about? Must be kinda bad if a shower is a problem.

I have not been there yet--but apparently the water stinks badly.

It may be that they are not using a hose intended for potable water.

I'll know more after January 7th.

[pianotuna]

Second Chance wrote:
A filter that will eliminate tastes and smell and permit enough flow for a shower doesn't exist in a size suitable for RVs. We installed one of these under the sink for drinking and cooking. It works really well. It's the ceramic shell and carbon block (not granules) that makes the difference:

Under-sink filter

Rob

I found a charcoal with a flow rate of 4 gallons per minute. I think showers come in at about 2 to 3 gallons per minute.

[Cummins12V98]

FWC wrote:
You may want to check that Pentek filter - pretty sure they are made in China ;).

Simplest option is one of the inline hose thread activated carbon water filters for city water and tank filling. That won't help if the issue is your hot water heater though.

Last ones bought were Made In USA, would not surprise me if they changed to China as it's hard for them to compete.

[TechWriter]

pianotuna wrote:
Does anyone know of a system that can get rid of both taste and smell while allowing enough water flow for a shower?

I put a lot of filtration on my old Class A, and to ensure adequate water pressure I just made sure to turn on my water pump and shower on my water tank supply.

Don't you have the same option?

[C_Schomer]

I fill the 5er with tap water, from the Colorado, and it's plenty good for showers, dishes etc. and also for drinking but we usually fill jugs at the RO machines for drinking. I have a 20" 1 mic. whole house filter at home, for sediment, and a carbon filter for the frig water. I will use a 1/2 mic/carbon for the frig the next time I change and I think that would work for an RV AND the shower.
I used 1/2mic/carbon when I serviced ice and coffee machines... that's what all the soda machine use. FWIW, the 1/2 mic filters make a noticeable improvement over 1 mic filters, in taste, by taking out more particulate. I can sure tell the difference, anyway. Craig

[2oldman]

What sort of taste and odor are we talking about? Must be kinda bad if a shower is a problem.

[Bumpyroad]

just fill your on board tank with fresh filtered water. then use that with full force for the shower.
bumpy

[FWC]

You may want to check that Pentek filter - pretty sure they are made in China ;).

Simplest option is one of the inline hose thread activated carbon water filters for city water and tank filling. That won't help if the issue is your hot water heater though.

[Grit_dog]

Here’s a Christmas wish….if only Amz oil made water filters….

[Cummins12V98]

I have a 3/4" whole house filter in my RV that filters everything. I use the US Made

Pentair Pentek FloPlus-10 Carbon Water Filter, 10-Inch, Under Sink Modified Molded Carbon Block Replacement Cartridge, 10" x 2.5", 0.5 Micron $22.99 from AMAZON or Discount Filter Store whoever is cheapest.

I run mine three months at full time use with no loss of flow. Water tastes GREAT. Here is my Anode after 5 years of fulltime usage. How much the filter has to do with this who knows.

Unfortunately the filter price has nearly doubles over the last 5 years but there is no way I will use a CHEAP Chinese filter for my drinking water!!!!!