Recommended Hot Water Heater for a 2002 Nomad Skyline 5th Wheel Trailer

Updated 01/14/2025 | Published 09/10/2024

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Excel RV Tankless Water Heater - Gas - Electric Ignition - Vent Free - 38,000 Btu

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Camco RV Water Pressure Regulator w/ Gauge - Brass

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Question:

2002 nomad skyline 5th wheel. Im looking for a tankless water heater

asked by: James L

Expert Reply:

Hey Frank! I don't have a database that shows me what water heater came on your Nomad so I have no idea what size of one you're replacing. If you could comment below with the dimensions of your current one I would be happy to make a more specific recommendation.

Meanwhile, I am a really big fan of the Furrion RV Tankless Water Heater item # FR98SR and maybe it'll work for your Nomad. This unit features a heating capacity of 13,000 - 60,000 Btu, which is well above the capacity of most tanked systems. The on-demand hot water and ability to set the temperature to a specific degree instead of the old fashioned arrow knob will make camping much more enjoyable.

The Furrion item # FR98SR measures 12-5/8" wide x 12-5/8" tall x 19-1/4" deep and has an access door that is 16-1/8" tall x 16-1/8" wide. This hot water heater will need a 12VDC power input and 7.2-65PSI water Pressure, 40-50PSI is the preferred range. I recommend using a water pressure regulator like item # CAM40064 to ensure proper water pressure.

expert reply by: Jerred H

James

9/18/2024

L-R - about 17 3/4 inches Top to bottom - 14 inches

Jerred H.

9/18/2024

@James Thanks for the measurements! The closest we have to that size is the Fogatti RV Tankless Water Heater item # LSB44FR. It measures 14-3/8T x 15W x 15D Inch so you'll need to widen out your opening just a little bit.

James

9/18/2024

@JerredH Do you have 15 wide & 18 tall

Jerred H.

9/18/2024

@James No, we do not.

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James

1/14/2025

Can in be installed inside the bathroom or does it need to be on the exterior of my 5th wheel. Also does it need to vent.

Jerred H.

1/14/2025

@James The Furrion RV Tankless Water Heater item # FR98SR has to be installed on the exterior of your 5th wheel trailer. If you are looking for an interior one that is ventless, I have the Excel RV Tankless Water Heater item # EX93FR. It requires a cutout size of 17-1/4" wide x 22-5/8" tall and measures 11-1/4" wide x 14-5/8" tall x 5-1/4" deep overall.