Good stuff Dave!! Thanks for your video, very well explained!

@dave-watson

Ай бұрын

Thanks very much.

I am just doing a 15 plate Vivaro, I am at the same stage as this video and watching how you got the cable from the starter battery to the cabinets has just saved me a tonne of time. Cheers.

@dave-watson

Жыл бұрын

I know, It took me ages to find the right place to get the wires through. Glad the video helped. Thanks for watching

Loving this series, loads of useful info and it's giving me wanderlust. Might want to consider editing out the bins though, they give stuff away that you may not want to share.

@dave-watson

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. I know what you mean, I think I managed to edit out the reg of the van, but I did miss the bins a couple of times. Thanks for pointing that out.

Just got a Vivaro 👍watching intently 🤔

@dave-watson

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and I hope the videos are useful, there are about 5 more to come in this series.

Wish I had a van now 😂.

@dave-watson

2 жыл бұрын

Me too, this one sold at the weekend. Van number 3 coming soon.

Hi Dave, Would you be as so kind as to provide me with a list of which type of wire is required for each application; you should be proud you have given me the confidence to tackle my own electrics with your excellent videos and I feel this is the only thing I’m not sure about? Thank you kindly, Steve

@dave-watson

Жыл бұрын

Hi Steve, Thanks for watching and I'm glad to hear that the videos help. The list of different gauges of wire is something I don't have. If I recall correctly I used mainly 10mm2 for the battery connections, 6mm2 for the solar, and 1.5mm2 for the appliance's. But here is a video I learned a lot from, take a look it's really informative. kzread.info/dash/bejne/naN6yZiodtaWgrg.html Hope that helps

@mrlangdon2379

Жыл бұрын

Hi Dave, Thank you very much I’ll take your guidance. As for the Greg Vergo video I found it to intense, whereas your video was very clear and precise which I’m eternally grateful for. Thanks again Dave and seasons greetings.I

Ps also why did you put two fuses on the wire between the starter battery and controller?

Great stuff Dave. I've watched a ton of videos, ive just bought a transit custom which is kinda similar, but you explain things so well! Just a question about the electrics, what size solar panels and what amp leisure battery do you have/recommend? Also, I've never heard of Ring before so, what made you choose this controller over the more well known brands like Victron, Renogy or even the CTEK? Steve

@dave-watson

8 ай бұрын

Hi Steve, On he electrics I tried the Ring and it was okay but now I use the Renogy DC to DC with MPPT which I think is a better unit. I usually put a 120-130awatt solar panel on and a 130amp hour leisure battery. This seems to be okay for a day/weekend van but If you are looking at longer trips a bit more battery power would be a good idea. Thanks for watching.

I'm worried that you have run the cables from the vehicle battery without the protection of conduit. Any wear of the insulation could cause a massive short circuit, so I would advise physical protection of those cables.

@dave-watson

Жыл бұрын

Hi Neil, The cables are well secured under the bonnet and run behind the trim inside the cab, I'm sure they will be okay.

Unless you have moved away from your accented tone, I'm guessing you are very near to me. I hope so because I could really do with your help in less than a months time. Very interesting build which leads me to wonder if I could possibly hire your talents in the future. I have a 2004 Connect (The higher roof), which I love, but I feel the need to change the interior completely. I'm keeping the 250W solar panel, The split charger,, lights, 5k diesel heater, considering the 110ah leisure battery, and most of the electrics will stay. At the moment I have a Victron 75/15 blue tooth charger that for some reason I cannot connect to so I want a display for voltage in/out, usage etc. I have decided to buy a ring DC to DC charger instead after watching many good reviews. Do you have an Email address so I could give you more details? Please let me know if you are interested. Love the Channel. Cheers mate.

@dave-watson

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Chris, I'm in South Shields. And my email is mrdwatson@blueyonder.co.uk. Send me a message and I can give you a phone number to discuss further. Sounds interesting. I'm currently working on another conversion (As I sold the vivaro) I hope to complete it over the next few weeks. Thanks for gettin in touch and I'm glad you like the videos. Dave.

Great videos Dave, just started my build. Noticed the circuit breakers, after seeing this video - kzread.info/dash/bejne/e6eausezfqTPj5s.html i binned mine. Thats if your not already aware of the safety issue - Look forward to seeing more of your vids & as your not one of the “sponsored” gang you got a new sub😅

@dave-watson

Жыл бұрын

Hi Pete, Thanks for watching. I did test the breakers and the ones I have seem to be okay, they definitely cut the power once the switch is thrown. I'm currently working on another Vivaro I should get a van tour up soon. Thanks

@peteabel3182

Жыл бұрын

@@dave-watson excellent news on both