Electrical

Install A DC-DC Battery Charger. We have already installed a simple battery isolator to keep our auxiliary battery system charged while we finished other parts of our build before the summer season started. This low budget option works, but it is time to upgrade and install a DC-DC Charger in our Van. Install A DC-DC Battery Charger Something that was clearly noticeable with … [Read more...] about Installing A DC DC Charger In Our Van

Everybody has more than one device these days, so to facilitate ease of charging we decided to hardwire in Quick Charge 3.0 USB chargers and 12v sockets. And, by hardwiring and installing USB Chargers and 12v sockets in each corner of the van we can be sure there will always be a spare USB to plug into. Installing USB Chargers and 12V Sockets In Our Van 12v Cigarette Lighter … [Read more...] about Installing USB Chargers and 12V Sockets

Van LED Lights. Most standard van cargo area lighting is dull and not suited for anything more than convenience lighting when entering or exiting the van. Also, the standard cargo lighting is connected to our Van’s start battery, giving another way to be left stranded with a flat battery and no way to start your engine. Because of this, you should seriously consider designing … [Read more...] about Van LED Lights

We have built a basic DIY Solar Generator for temporary house power in our Weekender Van Life Ram ProMaster Conversion. Now we need a better way to charge it. As a simple way to disconnect our house power systems from the Conversion Van alternator, we have installed a Sure Power Battery Isolator. Installing A Battery Isolator In Our Ram ProMaster Van Conversion What is a … [Read more...] about Van Conversion Battery Isolator