Getting your camper’s electrics installed and working for you is an important aspect of off-grid living.
These guides cover everything from batteries and solar panels to the nitty gritty detail of wiring.
Even if you plan to hand off your van to a conversion company, read through these posts to help you spec your requirements before they begin the build.
The idea of living in a van, especially one without many windows, can seem daunting. The notion of living in a small space with hardly any light would be enough to put most people off the idea altogether. Choosing the best van to live in for you and your lifestyle is important. We chose a … Read More
A campervan electrical system is the lifeline to van living. With the right set up for your needs, off grid living can become a reality. The need to recharge batteries at expensive campsites dwindles, allowing you to take advantage of wild camping with glorious views and still chill a beer or two. Undertaking a DIY … Read More
Choosing the best campervan batteries can be a bit of a minefield. There’s no one size fits all answer. What suits one person may not suit another. Understanding the types of batteries available, the capacity you need for your van lifestyle, the relative cost and how to take care of them will help when it … Read More
Converting a campervan into the perfect home on wheels takes time, money and a great design. Campervan travel and overlanding is becoming increasingly popular, whether for short term road trips or long term adventures. More and more people are turning to living in a van full time. Off grid living is an ideal way to … Read More
A major part of any camper van conversion is the electrical system. Design decisions will affect your van life so it’s vital to get the electric system right at the design stage. Even if someone else is converting it, understanding the basics of campervan electrics will help you spec it out well. Supply, voltage and capacity are … Read More
I based my camper van electrical design on my needs and a few nice to haves too. Planning to live in the van long term, I didn’t want to scrimp on the set up. Although not impossible to do, I didn’t want to adapt or expand the electric systems while on the road. I put … Read More