Phenix (32007) has the original factory-installed transom shower. It is a 1995-made Whale - Swim 'n' Rinse Deck / Transom Shower
The cover has cracked and come off (it was the one held on by a string, not a hinge) and I can't find a replacement for the cover. And the nozzle is wonky and needs replacement. If I could find a cover that fits, I'd be done with it and move onto more important things. I could replace the whole thing with a similar unit from Whale, which I think has the same measurements (so no cutting, which is good). I see some other alternatives but they would require a different size hole. I would love a smaller one but I'd guess that it wouldn't look right.
What have others done (or recommend) when their unit needs replacement?
Here is a picture of what it looks like now (excuse the grim, she's on the hard for the winter):
Here is a picture from a few years ago (cover still intact):
Transom Shower Replacement options
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Re: Transom Shower Replacement options
a. I too have found Home Depot and Lowes parts can work for the sprayer. Had to replace my head shower.
b. A simple rectangle of plastic and hinges should make a cover.
But new is nice. I will promise you that is NOT a fun place to work if back access is needed.
b. A simple rectangle of plastic and hinges should make a cover.
But new is nice. I will promise you that is NOT a fun place to work if back access is needed.
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Re: Transom Shower Replacement options
Thanks guys. I'll check out Home Depot and see what I can find. It would be great NOT to put in a new shower, as the current enclosure is sealed well. But the lack of a cover is unsightly.
As for access to the area behind, I had my wife (she's small) crawl in there a few years ago and tighten a hose that had a slow drip.
As for access to the area behind, I had my wife (she's small) crawl in there a few years ago and tighten a hose that had a slow drip.
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Re: Transom Shower Replacement options
I think boat yoga is supposed to be good for you. I read that somewhere.
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Re: Transom Shower Replacement options
I always thought of working back there as being like cave diving, just minus the buoyancy aspect.
Horrible place to spend any extended time.
Horrible place to spend any extended time.
Re: Transom Shower Replacement options
I also had access issues getting at my shower on the starboard steps via the lockers at the transom, until I figured out to go through the aft bulkhead in the berthing space. Pull the carpet covered plywood piece, and access is reasonable.
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^^ ?? Not all hulls. All solid molds on mine.
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