Anyone recommend an update to the tiny sink in the camplites

[nmken]

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[/p][p]One item we'd really like to upgrade is the stock sink - wanting something deeper and a little wider.  Looking under the sink into the cabinet there does appear to be a lot of space but I suspect concerns will be about the weight-bearing ability of their special countertops.  Can anyone suggest a replacement sink you've used - or other suggestions?  The dealer's 'wash dishes outside' doesn't work for me....[/p][p]
[/p][p]Thanks[/p][p]Ken[/p]

[tinkeringtechie]

Here's the one that we used:

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The sink is made by Elkay and it's pretty much the maximum size sink you could fit in there. It's a little bit wider and longer and MUCH deeper. Originally I thought I could fit a conventional 15"x15" bar sink in there, but the angle doesn't allow it. I wouldn't worry about the weight, it's still pretty light and there are aluminum supports on two sides. We opted for the 3-hole version to allow us to use a water faucet from our filter and a soap dispenser.

Here's my original post with more details: http://livinlite.proboards.com/thread/200/upgraded-sink-faucet

[nmken]

It also appears you used a standard faucet with a pullout hose - something we wanted to do.  Any issues/concerns with water pressure/water flow with a standard household faucet - what about the fittings - standard?

Thanks Again

[tinkeringtechie]

[quote source="/post/2218/thread" timestamp="1406856691" author="@nmken"]It also appears you used a standard faucet with a pullout hose - something we wanted to do.  Any issues/concerns with water pressure/water flow with a standard household faucet - what about the fittings - standard?

Thanks Again[/quote]It looks (and works) like a household faucet, but it's designed for RV usage. It works great either the pump or city water and the fittings are exactly the same as the stock faucet. It was pretty much plug and play. It's made by Dura Faucet:

http://www.durafaucet.com/pull-out-rv-kitchen-faucet-with-pedestal-ring/

It's pricey, but extremely high quality.

[pinstriper]

Actually, once we figured out the whole doing-dishes-outside thing we totally dig that approach. The counter space inside is so minimal that there's no place to stage the dirty dishs and the clean dishes separately.

Actually there's no place to stage them at all, much less...oh, you know what I mean.

Outside hose with hot water, a folding table, and 3 dish pans from the dollar store works a treat.

[cl21bhs]

This is a great mod, my 16bhs had the ss sink that was factory installed, which was great and I never had a problem. Can you provide the make, model number, and source to purchase. Once I tell the wife this will be the next mod.

Thanks

[tinkeringtechie]

[quote source="/post/2300/thread" timestamp="1407117428" author="@cl21bhs"]This is a great mod, my 16bhs had the ss sink that was factory installed, which was great and I never had a problem. Can you provide the make, model number, and source to purchase. Once I tell the wife this will be the next mod.

Thanks[/quote]Here's the sink: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000UNOQ3E/ref=wms_ohs_product?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[kycamper]

tinkering techie...you are my hero. First upgrade my wife and I immediately saw a need for ( the mattress ) and the sink. I asked my dealer for suggestions, and there you were with the fix!
How did you find the products you used?  What is your search process? Any ideas to add shelves in cabinets?
Also want to swap junk t-stat for a good one, Again, any suggestions.
Where do you live? Can we " hang out?"
I want to pick your brain!!

[daplumbr]

To avoid thread drift (this thread is on sinks), run a quick search on the forum and you'll come up with this thread on thermostats. 

http://livinlite.proboards.com/thread/12/new-thermostat-21rbs

[tinkeringtechie]

tinkering techie...you are my hero. First upgrade my wife and I immediately saw a need for ( the mattress ) and the sink. I asked my dealer for suggestions, and there you were with the fix!
How did you find the products you used?  What is your search process? Any ideas to add shelves in cabinets?
Also want to swap junk t-stat for a good one, Again, any suggestions.
Where do you live? Can we " hang out?"
I want to pick your brain!!

Glad I could help. I just measured carefully and started hunting around Amazon. I've been thinking about some cabinet modifications but haven't settled on anything yet. My next big project (dictated by the wife) is a shoe organization system. We live up in Washington state. If you're around here somewhere I'm sure we could meet at a campground and hang out. Pick away...

[kycamper]

The Pacific Northwest is definitely on our "Bucket List"!!  Perhaps one day..... I am enjoying this site and am learning a lot from you and the other participants. Thanks for the info. Happy Trails!

[kycamper]

Today I pulled the factory sink to replace it with a bar sink bought at Home Depot. Made by Elkay. Came with a faucet for $99.00. Didn't work. I am trying to maximize the sink area to get the biggest unit in that I can. I'm having trouble finding one that will fit and won't break the bank. I believe that the sink mentioned in this thread only has a basin that is 12" x 12". I think I can get a sink to drop into a cutout that is 15" x 20". Looking at some made by Moen. Anyone know of one bigger than the Elkay PSR15171 that would work?? 

Thanks.

[tinkeringtechie]

[quote source="/post/5537/thread" timestamp="1418608939" author="@gleamb"]Today I pulled the factory sink to replace it with a bar sink bought at Home Depot. Made by Elkay. Came with a faucet for $99.00. Didn't work. I am trying to maximize the sink area to get the biggest unit in that I can. I'm having trouble finding one that will fit and won't break the bank. I believe that the sink mentioned in this thread only has a basin that is 12" x 12". I think I can get a sink to drop into a cutout that is 15" x 20". Looking at some made by Moen. Anyone know of one bigger than the Elkay PSR15171 that would work?? 

Thanks.[/quote]What didn't work about it? We used the PSR15173 and it doesn't have any space to spare in width. There are aluminum supports on both sides that limit the width. It could have been an inch or two longer, but I was unable to find any sink with those dimensions. Take a look at my photo again and keep in mind that it's as far forward as it can be (the bottom cabinet frame is directly below the front of the sink). Notice the space behind is only a couple inches.... and keep in mind that there's an aluminum support back there too.

[kycamper]

The sink kit from both Franke and Elkay was too small. I was hoping to maximize the opening with the biggest sink I could squeeze in . I didn't want to go in with a 12" x 12" basin. I just ordered a Moen G204573. It uses a 14" x 16" cutout. It is 7" deep. I am aware of the supports. It could be a "tight" install. Hope it will work. I'll keep you informed. Might have to eat crow. It won't be the first time. 

[charliem]

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