DIY CAMPER VAN ELECTRICAL INSTALL (Start to Finish Tutorial)

This video will show you, start-to-finish, how we installed a full DIY Camper Van electrical system into this 2021 Ford Transit Camper Van.
In this transit electrical install, we cover a wide range of topics, so we have included chapters at the bottom of this description if you need to find a specific part of the install.
This comprehensive video will cover wiring a 24V Battery Bank, building the battery enclosure for the camper out of 80/20, wiring a battery heater, wiring a lynx shunt and lynx distributor, installing a rooftop solar panel array, installing a ground deploy solar array, wiring a Victron MultiPlus, wiring the chassis ground in a camper van, wiring a 24V Nomadic A/C, wiring a 24V to 12V Victron Orion converter, wiring two 12V fuse blocks, wiring a 120V breaker box, wiring 30A shower power to the MultiPlus, wiring the Victron Cerbo GX and GX Touch 70 (with an HDMI hack!), mounting batteries to the camper van, wiring the battery bank to a lynx shunt, wiring a solar isolator, wiring an auxiliary solar port, and finally, programming and testing our electrical system in the van.
Parts for this system:
➤ EXPLORIST.life Wiring Kit: shop.explorist.life/shop/all-...
➤ Heated 270Ah Battle Born Batteries: battlebornbatteries.com/produ...
✅Use code 'explorist' for $50 off per battery.
➤ Wiring Diagram: shop.explorist.life/shop/all-...
➤ Wiring Diagrams for other systems: www.explorist.life/solarwirin...
Binge the Transit Van Build: • The Ultimate Camper Va...
OTHER ELECTRICAL PROJECTS ON THIS VAN WE TACKLED BEFORE THIS VIDEO:
➤ INSTALLING OUR ROOFTOP SOLAR ARRAY: • INSTALLING 580W OF MIS...
➤ INSTALLING OUR 24V DC AIR CONDITIONER: • Installing a 12V/24V D...
➤ HOW TO WIRE USB OUTLETS: • HOW TO WIRE USB OUTLET...
➤ HOW TO WIRE 12V OUTLETS: • Wiring 12V Outlets In ...
➤ HOW TO WIRE PUCK LIGHTS: • How To Install Puck Li...
➤ HOW TO WIRE 12V DIMMERS: • How to Wire 12V Dimmer...
➤ HOW TO WIRE RELAYS: • HOW TO WIRE RELAYS (To...
➤ WIRING 120V OUTLETS, SWITCHES, AND GFCI: • 120V Outlets, Switches...
➤ INSTALLING A 30A SHORE POWER INLET: • Installing a 30A Shore...
Regarding the shore power wire gland referenced at 44:24. Check this video at 30:22: • DIY Sprinter Camper Va...
We installed our enclosure to the L-Track in the floor. Here's a video of us installing that: • VAN FLOORING PERFECTIO...
Aluminum Extrusion Enclosure Info: shop.explorist.life/shop/all-...
I've added the basic settings we used to the product description of our wiring kit here: shop.explorist.life/shop/all-...
Timestamps
00:00:00 Intro
00:01:37 How to Wire a 24V Battery Bank
00:04:45 How to Secure a Battery Bank Together
00:06:06 Building an Aluminum Extrusion Enclosure
00:08:11 How to Wire a Battery Heater
00:09:37 Finishing the Aluminum Extrusion Enclosure
00:13:14 How to Wire a Lynx Shunt and Lynx Distributor
00:16:20 How to Install Rooftop Solar on a DIY Camper Van
00:22:04 How to Install a Ground Deploy Solar Array
00:27:33 How to Wire a Victron Multiplus
00:32:27 How to Wire a Chassis Ground
00:34:45 How to wire a 24V Nomadic Air Conditioner
00:36:00 How to Wire a 24V to 12V Victron Orion Converter
00:40:11 How to Wire Dual 12V Fuse Blocks
00:42:54 How to Wire a 120V Breaker Box in a Camper Van
00:48:22 How to Wire 30A Shore Power
00:49:49 Alternator Charging
00:50:30 How to Wire the Victron Cerbo GX
00:53:50 How to Wire the Victron Touch 70 GX
00:56:29 How to Mount an Electrical Enclosure to a Camper Van
00:57:05 How to Wire a Battery Bank to a Lynx Shunt
01:00:10 How to Wire a Camper Solar Isolator
01:02:01 How to Wire an Auxilary Solar Port in a Camper
01:03:53 Turning on the System
01:04:26 How to Program a Camper Electrical System
01:07:23 How to Test and Commission a Camper Electrical System

[@ottigreenisgo]

Ive been installing 12v electrics in cars/caravans for 20 something years, I still watched your video through till the end. The time you have taken to plan and deliver a concise message for this install is commendable. I’ll definitely be sending this video to people who are asking me for help in the future! Well done

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey, Scott Doyle! I appreciate that. Thanks for watching! 🙂😀

[@ssteele1812]

I share Scott's opinion. This is about as close to a proper "how to" video as you can legally get on KZbin. Excellent reference material. I plan to install a similar system in my 50A RV and will be referencing this video as well as visiting your store for the applicable install kits.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Thanks Sean! 😁👍

[@willyum1208]

@@EXPLORISTlife great video only thing missing is how to wire your alternator and starter battery to your house bank. can we get a video on this?

[@EXPLORISTlife]

@@willyum1208 Did you perhaps see the section of the video that specifically addressed that?

[@cablewrangler]

Ya’ll have done it again! Great walk through of an efficient 24v system. Thanks Nate and Steph!

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Awesome! Glad it helped. Thanks for watching!

[@ErikSjaastad]

The best part about building your van is finding really cool ideas after and being super happy you chose to use bolts for your install!!!! This setup is going on my wish list for my first remodel❤ Thank you for putting so much effort into your videos!

[@danielvermeer5079]

Nate and Steph, Thank you! Finally a power supply instructional installation video! Thank you for clearly and explaining everything in layman's terms.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey Daniel Vermeer, No problem! Glad it helped! :)

[@lcbrme138]

Incredible. I've spent the last two weeks researching how to do just this. I wake up to this tutorial. Unbelievable. Thank you so much

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Awesome! Glad it helped. Thanks for watching!

[@88corinutza]

hes talented no doubt

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Thanks 88corinutza! 😁👍

[@JohnForTheWin]

Absolutely outstanding! I love all the detail and precision in your work and explanations!

[@maryanntime]

I feel like I shouldn’t be watching this video for free. It’s so precise and efficient. Even down to the order the bolts and washers go on, each time! I will definitely be doing this set up because of y’all. I will link y’all’s video when I get to that point in my you tube channel. Thank you so much for your dedication in making a quality electrical system how to video.

[@XcessCapital]

Wow, this is really an amazing video. I built out a 600w/640ah system 11 years ago now, and it was such a struggle back then. The components have come a really long way. This has been a great refresher as I'm starting a new build, and will absolutely be going with Victron for the components. Thanks!

[@jordanb1357]

One of the best all around electrical videos on the internet for van builds, thank you so much for putting this together! I’m in the process of gutting and upgrading the electrical system in our class C, and while I can’t quite afford all the high end stuff you have here, it’s still extremely useful from a planning perspective. Now if only the price of copper would go down… 🤨 Keep up the good work, the world of DIY really appreciates it!

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey, Jordan B! I appreciate that. Thanks for watching! 🙂😀

[@rockeyoliver7254]

This is an “Incredibly & Complete” educational video well worth the time to watch. You cleared all my questions that I had with the 24V VE Equiptment (especially with the solar controllers and VE system to chassis grounding). Well done! Kudos! Looking forward to seeing your next video. Thank you. Blessings to y’all.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Awesome! Glad it helped. Thanks for watching!

[@allenkenning4]

One of most comprehensive information videos since my IC-A school in 73, and Gyrocompas school in 75. excellent job.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Glad it was helpful!

[@paulkozakiewicz]

The most helpful video I have ever watched on KZbin. Being a good van builder I’ve always had a fear of the electrics. This is helping me a lot. This video needs to reach near and far, to help people out. Well done

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey, BigBadKoz! I appreciate that. Thanks for watching! 🙂😀

[@VinceBadovinatz88]

@@EXPLORISTlife he's si right and thanks again‼️

[@jonosphere]

Wow!!! The quality of your tutorials is light years ahead of anything I have ever seen on youtube! The attention to detail, the professional filming/editing, the pedagogical explanations, everything! Having this freely available is mind-blowing. And this comes from a non-native English speaker from Europe used to the simplicity of the metric system, who gets the chills every time some weird units pop up, like 4/0, 5/16", 6 gauge and whatnot :D. Kudos for the work on the Closed-Captions that make even these confusing units/words accessible :) Unfortunately, the mismatch in units/electrical systems means I probably won't be buying many kits from your website, but I wish your business to prosper nonetheless and I will for sure keep on watching more of your videos :).

[@EXPLORISTlife]

I appreciate that! Thanks for watching.

[@VinceBadovinatz88]

I totally agree you spoke it so much better than my comment. What an amazing video. Everything you said was right on the money

[@erwinschumann5576]

Best instructional video on anything ever! Clear video, clear audio and no music!!

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Glad it was helpful!

[@gregmckay666]

Wow!, Just Wow! Never seen such a detailed installation video like this before. I'm not even in the market for a job like this but still watched every minute of it.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey, Greg McKay! I appreciate that. Thanks for watching! 🙂😀

[@Pseudo-Geek]

This is also a tutorial on how to make tutorials. I'm not building a camper any time soon but the explanations of the principles of how to wire up solar and batteries is so good that I can't stop watching. Also appreciate that you didn't edit out your small mistakes, instead explaining what you did to fix them. And the fact that you provided links to the sections. You've set a new standard here for tutorial videos.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey, Steve Foster! I appreciate that. Thanks for watching! 🙂😀

[@Canoecamper]

Excellent comment, Steve!

[@VinceBadovinatz88]

I know right. There's no way I could do this I was having dreams about it because I'm messing with solar. I was having dreams that I could almost try to start doing this kind of thing for people. But there's no way I don't think I could get good enough. I didn't realize people have been doing this for so long. There are quite a few people that are very good at it

[@Truthnlovedailydiary]

I couldn’t thank you enough for this very precise video. I keep watching it over and over this is by far the best out there ❤ thank you

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Awesome! Glad it helped. Thanks for watching!

[@VinceBadovinatz88]

I know you're right. And I really have to watch it a lot of times Even remotely think I'm going to get it right

[@barrytimm5497]

I'm a fairly experienced solar system builder (non Pro), having built a handful of systems for our multiple full-time RV rigs over the years. This video is simply astounding in terms of content detail, product knowledge, delivery, editing, camera work. It does not get better than this. I wish that I could justify the multiple blue box systems used here, but, for me, really cannot. The only aspect of the entire system that I am not thrilled about, is the use of multiple drop-in batteries to power the system and the resulting reliance on charge and load devices each being programmed and managing their own charge and load parameters through network systems that, in my years of IT experience, I find not to be 100% reliable. Other than that personal preference, this is simply the de factor reference for DIY solar & LFP systems builds on KZbin. Thank you for the effort, and your kits are extremely well designed and built. I wish you every success in this venture, and am amazed that you are not over 1 million views on this video already! I will do my bit! :-) Oh, one tiny niggle I forgot to mention - the Orion runs VERY hot and it's best to mount it vertically as it is designed to exit the rising internal hot air through the top. It cannot do this when mounted horizontally.

[@fuentes38]

I am paraplegic laying down in my bed for two years. I don’t have a convention van and I’m watching this video for almost an hour. More like 160,000 people watching this video

[@EXPLORISTlife]

💕🙌

[@ceciljones2695]

You still have a great mind and are using it. God Bless you 😊

[@mickmcgood6543]

Best wishes

[@jessicacostales4126]

I couldn’t have done the electrical without your How to videos! Now I watch them just for fun 🤩 Not only are you thorough on your explanation but as a filmmaker I love the editing and production on your videos!

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey Jessica Costales, Thanks so much! Cheers!

[@riverbankjournal]

Your content is incredible in every way. Id really expect to be paying for this kind of tutorial but you are giving it away for free - how awesome is that!

[@EXPLORISTlife]

I appreciate that!

[@VinceBadovinatz88]

You're so correct space shed this will come back to him in many ways I'm sure. What great Karma. To be helping all of us like he is

[@VictorandMJ]

This video is a masterpiece! Thank you guys for such a hard job, putting all that together and sharing it with us!

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey, Victor and MJ! I appreciate that. Thanks for watching! 🙂😀

[@taichigoodness1798]

Your videos are the optimum gold standard for all instructional videos! Incredible!

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Wow, thanks so much! Cheers!

[@hermangareis]

Oh man; I am so stoked on this video. With the exception of the battery, my system is identical to what you just built. Now I just need to order all the kits from you guys to make my life easier. Thanks guys!!!

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey Herman Gareis, No problem! Glad it helped! :)

[@properpowersolutions6036]

Nice box we did something similar a couple months ago! Love using 80/20, best DIY friendly building material out there!

[@EXPLORISTlife]

It's super cool. Definitely takes more planning than wood only, but I love how easy it is to put together and take apart as the plan changes or we want to add stuff.

[@JayDee25895]

Y'all put so much into this I'm very impressed with the energy and dedication y'all have 👍🏻👍🏻 and thanks again for the help on wiring you gave me.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey, Indubitably! I appreciate that. Thanks for watching! 🙂😀

[@davew7628]

Your video was so professional I thought I was watching an episode of How It's Made. Absolutely amazing video quality and narration. Extremely well done, thank you for the content!!

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Wow, thank you!☺️

[@JRathor]

Just finished watching the whole video. The system is very elaborate. The explaining the system is very through. Congratulation to all of you. Nate , Just let you know that you have inspired me so much is beyond explanation. Thanks to you I am building a 48 volt capable of off grid system at our farm with Victron system.Thank you .

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Nice! Sounds like an awesome project!

[@joshedcostanza]

Amazing! I think I'm going to do the exact same layout and really love the details in this video. Can't wait for the alternator install video. Going to the store to get these new plans. Thanks again for the killer tutorial.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

No problem. Happy to help!

[@VinceBadovinatz88]

I know right amazing Josh

[@joshedcostanza]

@@VinceBadovinatz88 ended up doing this plan minus solar and added 2 12-24V DC+to+DC chargers. Love it so far with 4 weeks on the road and counting.

[@VinceBadovinatz88]

@@joshedcostanza I really like that dc-to-dc charger. I can't believe how much I like that install. It is so amazing glad you did yours had are having a great time

[@EXPLORISTlife]

*Hey there! Thanks for tuning in. I've got a metric ton of additional info hidden behind the 'read more' link below, so be sure to click that to check out all of the supplemental info for this video as you'd definitely be missing out on some important stuff if you don't.* System Cost Analysis: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ipzFm2hnorSbgck *Parts for this system:* ➤EXPLORIST.life Wiring Kit: shop.explorist.life/shop/all-products/camper-wiring-kits/complete-wiring-kits/540ah-3000w-24v-multiplus-580w-to-1700w-solar/ ➤Heated 270Ah Battle Born Batteries: battlebornbatteries.com/product/12v-gc3-lifepo4-heated-battery-kit/?afmc=explorist_bb67 ✅Use code 'explorist' for $50 off per battery. ➤Wiring Diagram: shop.explorist.life/shop/all-products/plans-and-diagrams/solar-wiring-diagrams/540ah-battery-bank-3000w-24v-multiplus-580w-1700w-solar-wiring-diagram-explorist-life-2021-ford-transit-camper-van/ ➤*Other wiring kits that may be helpful:* shop.explorist.life/product-category/all-products/camper-wiring-kits/ ➤*Wiring Diagrams for other systems:* www.explorist.life/solarwiringdiagrams *Binge the Transit Van Build:* kzbin.info/aero/PLmvhcyi4n0TVfA4XCYJBkzfUXunSON1zX *OTHER ELECTRICAL PROJECTS ON THIS VAN WE TACKLED BEFORE THIS VIDEO:* ➤INSTALLING OUR ROOFTOP SOLAR ARRAY: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sKTTdIWBdqurgaM ➤INSTALLING OUR 24V DC AIR CONDITIONER: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fWLSoqGug693pck ➤HOW TO WIRE USB OUTLETS: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmLXgoqPjb5lfMU ➤HOW TO WIRE 12V OUTLETS: kzbin.info/www/bejne/lZ-qk6eFfZp3oZI ➤HOW TO WIRE PUCK LIGHTS: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pV68naOwp9OosKs ➤HOW TO WIRE 12V DIMMERS: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mp-aaGB5l92Fask ➤HOW TO WIRE 12V 3-WAY SWITCHES: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jYO0pomDe9Gln8U ➤HOW TO WIRE RELAYS: kzbin.info/www/bejne/o4WrYoiZlLFlg5o ➤WIRING 120V OUTLETS, SWITCHES, AND GFCI: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m5-ZgmWCa6eZaaM ➤INSTALLING A 30A SHORE POWER INLET: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXWkq6qXeryIipY *Regarding the shore power wire gland referenced at **44:24**.* Check this video at 30:22: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZmKpZYR6i6-Ip5I *We installed our enclosure to the L-Track in the floor. Here's a video of us installing that:* kzbin.info/www/bejne/bHmahamBg9eqhJI *Aluminum Extrusion Enclosure Info:* Working on it. Comment if you want it and I'll follow up with you when it's ready. *Programming Parameters*: I've added the basic settings we used to the product description of our wiring kit here: shop.explorist.life/shop/all-products/camper-wiring-kits/complete-wiring-kits/540ah-3000w-24v-multiplus-580w-to-1700w-solar/

[@5FWS5]

How about listing out some of those electrical tools - lug crimpers etc - and links? Thanks.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

@@5FWS5 For sure! I've got all of that listed out here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXinfpSlmptmsM0

[@ffaubert1]

Hi, did I miss the Sketchup file? I don't see it listed here. Thanks folks!

[@ed-ey1yb]

Once again, thanks for your comprehensive videos! My biggest hurdle (after buying the van) has been sourcing materials. Stuff like "what kind of wood should this be?" or "what's a good price for x?" It's incredibly frustrating to buy something only to realize you've been taken for an extra 50-100%. Because of its popularity there is just so much out there. Your shop and material recommendations are solid, with good prices. It's definitely possible to get lower prices, but if one doesn't have 3 months to wait for a sale, or does not want to endlessly pick up metal shavings around the garage, your shop is a fantastic place to start.

[@LenseEnvy]

Hey thanks so much for this info. Can you please link out the aluminum extrusion info? Thanks!

[@dannyroy3084]

yeah, i back all of the kudos mentioned here. im not new to electrical but am in diapers with all this solar stuff. this guy makes it easy to wrap your mind around solar if you have electrical working knowledge of residential 110/240v applications. even if you have not a clue about electrical......if youre not scared of electrical and follow what he does..........you're golden. Good Job

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey, Danny Roy! I appreciate that. Thanks for watching! 🙂😀

[@OurThrivingLife]

Wow! What a great video. You are doing a great service to everyone doing campervan conversions. Thanks!

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Glad it was helpful. Cheers!

[@40motomike]

What software are you using to make the wiring diagrams?

[@rickmaudlin2160]

Thanks Battle Born for your sponsorship of Explorist Life ! You have teamed up with a winner !!

[@perblommers3281]

props for the good detailed explanation, watched the entire video without even needing the information because its just so well made!

[@EXPLORISTlife]

I appreciate that!

[@planetarygearvideos8110]

I'm impressed with the detail and quality of your work. Kudos to you and your staff.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Thank you very much!

[@oceancape]

This is a fantastic tutorial. Well done. I plan to watch it twice, I also enjoy your quality of work.

[@rmccabe117]

So love the use of 80/20! So many projects at work I've done with this magnificent extrusion. Have a habit of forgetting about 80/20 at home though. Great video and thanks for covering all the "basics. Be well!

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey richard mccabe, Thanks so much! Cheers!

[@joekool5005]

Wow. What a video! I've got a background in mechanical and electrical and this has to be one of the best videos ever! Thank you!

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey, joekool5005! I appreciate that. Thanks for watching! 🙂😀

[@kadachiman7234]

I am a qualified electrician and telecommunications technician in Australia (40+ years in the trades) I have recently taken ownership of a mobile home with 2.5Kw of solar on the roof with 800AH of lithium batteries, via a Victron EasySolar 3000VA Found your video to very well put together and should go a long way to make DIY van electrical system builders a lot more confident in what they are doing and therefore a lot safer for the industry as a whole...very well presented.

[@alexmayor4980]

This video is amazing! Sometimes it is hard watching videos until the end but this one leaves you wanting more. Thanks for such great content.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Awesome! Glad it helped. Thanks for watching!

[@mikhailmobius2308]

By far the best electrical tutorial for a van conversion. Thanks so much y'all when I start my rig I will def. look up and buy your products. Bookmarking this page.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Awesome! Glad it helped. Thanks for watching!

[@Steve_Logic]

This is a fantastic install video. It gave me a lot of inspiration for the system that I am currently building for my Jayco Alante. As a professional ambulance mechanic, I see rat's nest wiring jobs on the daily. Its so satisfying to see someone take pride in their work and have a thoughtfully laid out system. I will provide one piece of advice for future installs... Purely from a technician's POV; I would recommend having a short loop of excess wire (we call it a service loop) at each connection to a mounted component. It very marginally increases the amount of wire you use, however as the name implies when it comes to servicing and trouble shooting components it helps to have a little built-in slack in the system.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Awesome! Glad it helped. Thanks for watching!

[@wagz]

Thanks guys!!! I watched the entire video and this is just what I needed. Super clear instructions. Thanks for taking the time to make this detailed video!

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey PWags, No problem! Glad it helped! :)

[@VinceBadovinatz88]

So true

[@cmoreoverland6739]

I just completely geeked out on this. Always looking for new projects for my rig. This is awesome.

[@robsev24]

This satisfies my electrical OCD so much! nice job!

[@LegendLength]

Cleaning all terminals with alcohol was pretty hardcore

[@thereefaholic]

One of the best most comprehensive build videos I have seen. As a tech who builds these systems in mobile command posts I have two pieces of advise. First, Only use the washers and nuts that come with the battery fuse terminals. These terminals pull current through the first washer and simply tossing a stainless steel washer in there will heat up enough to burn your hands, melt plastic and even start a fire. Second, would be to include some active cooling in that enclosure. Inverters get very hot and a simple PC fan on a thermal switch circuit can extend the life of everything in that enclosure. Less of a technical comment and more of a preference would be to hit all that birch plywood with some wipe on poly, wax or some other clear coat to keep the wood from staining. Even the sweat from your hands can leave marks on the birch ply and if you are OCD your gonna go nuts.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey TheReefaholic, thanks for watching! Re: 1: Of course! That's exactly what we did. Battle Born batteries come with two lengths of bolts for their battery terminals. We used the shorter of the two they supplied. Re: 2: There is about 27sq/in of ventilation around the back of the enclosure and around the lid, which should be adequate based on the hundreds of systems I've consulted on. *If it's NOT adequate*, I'll add a fan controlled either by enclosure temperature or have the fan turn on when the multiplus fans turn on. I'll make a video teaching how to do this if I end up needing to do it. I don't anticipate needing this, but that's the plan if I do. Re: 3: We did back when we installed the walls. Here's the video for that: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mZeVc52HrbJ-eqs

[@vernarddevilliers7899]

I'd love to see a video where you just do wiring with some background music. This level of wiring perfection is like therapy

[@tomaskey6844]

Really enjoyed this video. I’m upgrading to a Multiplus and working on the layout. I’ve tried several ways that didn’t work out and learned a lot along the way from when I started with Renogy products. Victron is awesome!

[@ssteele1812]

This is about as close to a proper "how to" video as you can legally get on KZbin. Excellent reference material. I plan to install a similar system in my 50A RV and will be referencing this video as well as visiting your store for the applicable install kits.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

I appreciate that! Here is our recommendation for a 50A OEM RV Retrofit: www.explorist.life/50a-camper-inverter-with-solar-alternator-charging-wiring-diagram/

[@redfish3204]

Thank you. Your videos are the best with life builds unlike some of the other ones.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Awesome! Glad it helped. Thanks for watching!

[@adamkuklych6672]

This is a lengthy video but very much well worth watching in its entirety. Some fantastic tips and tricks here and a very neat installation. As long as you do not abuse your batteries, this install will last you a very, very long time indeed. Thank you for the time and effort to produce this.

[@VinceBadovinatz88]

I know such an amazing video. There's no way I could do something like this.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey, Adam Kuklych! I appreciate that. Thanks for watching! 🙂😀

[@rogermead4532]

Such an awesome video. I really appreciate the amount of work that went into making it. Well done 👍👍👍

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Thanks a ton!

[@evil17]

Excellent job & so professional. Didn’t think I would last to the end, but I did, really informative, precise & well presented, thanks for ur efforts.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Awesome! Thanks for watching!

[@richardroberts1090]

These video's and wiring kit packages are just plain Awsome Nat and his crew have taken so much guess work out of the processes and planning.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey, @richardroberts1090! We appreciate that. Thanks for watching! 🙂😀

[@michiganengineer8621]

Perfect timing for this to show in my feed since the nephew was asking for ideas on _HIS_ van/camper setup. His is just in a Dodge Caravan though and right now he has one of those el-cheapo Amazon bundles with a 100W panel and a charge controller. I shared it to him hoping it will give him some ideas.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Glad it was helpful. Cheers!

[@tedenda]

Thank you for making videos that are this good, easy to understand, important steps are repeated many times, filming is really good with closeups and well planned shots. I will defiantly check out your other videos!

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey, Daniel Tedenljung! I appreciate that. Thanks for watching! 🙂😀

[@eus9]

This was incredibly complete, fantastic effort and thanks for sharing this with the community!

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Glad you enjoyed it! cheers!

[@charlesmoman]

You have set the gold standard of van build KZbin wiring tutorials - seriously. You two should be very proud - and worn out - after making this totally complete video. Boom! My van build went almost totally opposite in wiring complexity, using a simple 12v Blue Seas fuse block, 12v wiring to puck lights, USB panels, MaxxAir fan and ICECO fridge/freezer all powered with one of my Ecoflow Delta lithium power units. But, then again, we are not off-gridders on BLM land, or forest land. The most "off-grid" we get is a Cracker Barrel,, Bass Pro, highway rest area or national park campground. And we do trips, not van life. You always do great videos, but you outdid yourself this time! : )

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey, Charles Moman! I appreciate that. Thanks for watching! 🙂😀

[@Albert_206]

That is looking incredibly awesome, actually nicest I’ve ever came across. Cheers Albert 🇳🇱

[@markdaugherty6378]

What a great video, fantastic editing and camera work. I like your use of high-end hardware and well-thought-out design. This should be a defacto design for any high-end RV/camper electrical needs.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Thank you very much!

[@davidpatrick1813]

Wow, you did/do a lot of work .... for this update. Good job .. this one will be around for years. I am glad Battleborn and maybe Victron has given a lot that would cost me more than I can imagine.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Awesome! Glad it helped. Thanks for watching!

[@renaulttraficconversion]

Thanks for the video. Because this is the best video I have ever seen on building a system like this one, I watched every minute of it. I have never seen so much detail in any video on KZbin. You have a new subscriber.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Awesome! Glad it helped. Thanks for watching!

[@calevel]

A very detailed video with impeccable visuals and narration. Thumbs way up!

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey calevel florida, Thanks so much! Cheers!

[@chiphill4856]

Outstanding quality and outstanding technical demonstration! Well done!

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey Chip Hill, Thanks so much! Cheers!

[@chrisshockley8852]

Great content and explanation of the install. The best I’ve seen on KZbin yet.. Great job!

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey Chris Shockley, Thanks so much! Cheers!

[@travellingcowboy]

Superb work. Amazing production. Incredible teaching and sharing. Many thanks. Very well done. Maestro’s!

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@brlowe1]

Thank you for putt5ing out a very informative video. I have almost all the same equipment you show here. I'm using 24v SOK batteries and will be doing my Alternator charging different then you plan but the rest is very close. You videos have taught me a lot about setting up my system in my van.

[@VidiViciVlog]

I wish I found you guys before I I bought my electrical system.

[@andrewleeson6121]

The best video of it type i have seen. Thanks from the land down under.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey Andrew Leeson, Thanks so much! Cheers!

[@brookestephen]

this is spectacular! Highly recommend!

[@marcelcurious2111]

This is an amazing tutorial for newbies like myself. Thank you so much for this great video. Wonderful. Just wonderful

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sassyclass2555]

This is exactly what I've been looking for to do my van build electrical system!!! Thank you so much for this video!!!!

[@TK-123]

Just superb, detailed work Nate! Thank you.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey T K, No problem! Glad it helped! :)

[@pumpkin4539]

After watching your video I almost believe I can do the power system in my rv. Such a great video. Thank you.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Glad I could help! Thanks for watching!

[@Bonanza41]

This was the best explanation on this subject ever !! You rock m8 . Thank you very much ❤

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey sailingyacht my way, No problem! Glad it helped! :)

[@madmouse7915]

One heck of an informative video 👏💯. Due to following my electrician uncle around I picked up a few things along the way, however I learned more from just two of your videos than I did in all my days, weeks and years of following him around 😅. Thanks for sharing your knowledge man, don't know if I'll ever get to build my own off grid vehicle but I'm loving learning all this new wiring stuff either way 😊 👍

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey, MadMouse79☆ ! I appreciate that. Thanks for watching! 🙂😀

[@DONKEYdaDON]

This has to be my 10th time watching this full video (along with the other installation videos from the channel). I'm still planning my build before I even begin to think about starting but each time I see this video, it makes more and more sense and I chuckle at how "deer in headlights" I felt that first time seeing this video 🤣🤣

[@MrMaikeul]

Heck yeah. THIS IS GOLD! Thank you so much for making this video.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Glad it was helpful. Cheers!

[@mauriceykatia]

Hello guys, awesome video these one but also all the how to series from top to bottom, incredible clear and precise information. As a starting KZbinrs ourselves builders of our own 1982 RV (and I say builders because we demolished it and started over from zero) I feel ashamed of showing our rudimentary adventures about how we (me and my wife) do things. Every time I watch your videos I feel enlightened and afraid at the same time, thinking about building and electrical codes that I might’ve not followed 😮. People who watch our videos consider me smart and creative but I feel embarrassed of mi self when I see the clean and professional work you guys do, we admire you’re talents and thanks you for sharing with us rookies.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey, Maurice y Katia! I appreciate that. Thanks for watching! 🙂😀

[@sanjeevbhalla2506]

Beautiful in-depth vlog ....loved every second of it 😍👍

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey Sanjeev Bhalla, Thanks so much! Cheers!

[@ds4050]

Dang, I always love watching these videos, so easy to follow! Have you guys ever thought about creating a mobile solar trailer?? It would be awesome for house backup, EV charging, powering sheds, ebikes etc..

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Thanks for watching! We 'almost' did a video earlier this year that would have been a HUGE 48V split phase system that would have been a mobile solar trailer for farmers markets, events, concerts, etc; but the trailer was in an accident a few weeks before install and they couldn't get a replacement, so we had to scrap the project for now.

[@305dutch4]

This video is very informative and inspiring! Articulated very well! Great job!

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Awesome! Glad it helped. Thanks for watching!

[@dudewheresmyvan]

12/10 video, honestly super amazing.. now if only this whole electrical setup wasn’t worth more then my mini bus I just bought 😅😅. God victron stuff looks good.

[@engineernme3973]

You have an amazing helper and partner!

[@michaeldean3771]

I have not seen a better explained video done by anyone else. Very nice work making it so pretty much anyone can understand and follow. Did catch the oops on the breaker knockout lol your human.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Glad it was helpful!

[@crazedmtndude6953]

Been looking forward to this since Overland Expo Mtn West. Thanks Nate and team!

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Rad! Thanks for tuning in and I hope you find it helpful. 😁🙂👍

[@TheGlobalMind]

Well count me as one of the 6. This was an excellent series.

[@newhorizons8607]

So clear and concise, great work, thank you

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey New Horizons, Thanks so much! Cheers!

[@nasseral-momen1463]

Absolutely brilliant work. Keep up the great work and I will gor sure be buying everything through you

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey Nasser Al-momen, Thanks so much! Cheers!

[@patrickrobinson6154]

You make this tutorial so cut and dry….you sir definitely 👍🏾 rock 🎸

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey Patrick Robinson, Thanks so much! Cheers! Hey Patrick Robinson, Thanks so much! Cheers!

[@RunyonDave]

Hello again .... my questions are for curiosity .... I am here to lean & enjoy .... the videos, knowledge, instructions, techniques, tools, etc. are FANTASTIC ... you and Steph are providing a wonderful service to the RV/Van enthusiast community .... I have learned a lot, and much has been applied to my present build-out of my new Ford Transit 250 ....Thank You .... and .... keep 'em coming :0)

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey RunyonDave, No problem! Glad it helped! :)

[@amsoiladam]

Great video, I almost wish I would’ve watched it before I built my system. When I installed my cerbo GX device I use an extension cable for both the HDMI and the USB and I’ve had zero issues with it.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

That's great! Glad that worked out for you. Definitely one of those hit-or-miss kind of things with the USB extension.

[@bh67754]

Always love your videos! Definitely would like more information on Aluminum Extrusion. Thank you for the video.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Aluminum extrusion is FINALLY back in stock and I've released the full plans and cut list here: shop.explorist.life/shop/all-products/plans-and-diagrams/3d-files-project-templates/electrical-enclosure-plans-transit-video/

[@HumbleRoad]

A magnificent demonstration! I have always respected your skills and talent for explaining so concisely. Bravo! One point that gave me a shiver; the PCB ground connection wire on the negative buss has a RED terminal ring on the end!! That is a bit misleading. Design flaw at Victron?

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey George, I sure appreciate that! It means a lot coming from someone who has the impeccable attention to detail that you do. Thanks for watching! I also hate how smaller ring terminals like that are color coded. Traditionally, the small ring terminals (18-22awg) have red heat shrink on them (14-16 are blue, 10-12 are yellow, and then red again for 8ga (because there are apparently only three colors?) but this definitely leads to a bad feeling when trying to connect a small wire with red insulation because of it's size to a negative busbar.

[@Mywhtjp]

THANK YOU for making this DIY series. It's VERY helpful. Drinks are on me if we ever meet.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey Truck Driver, No problem! Glad it helped! :)

[@bluegroovemodelsports9650]

Great video and great timing uploading it. I have almost the same system to install. Using a Victron multiplus 2 is only change. So this will be a great reference. I watched it in its entirety.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Awesome! Glad it helped. Thanks for watching!

[@poerava]

That’s some serious power

[@abdmasoud]

Thank you for taking time explaning how things got to be done correctly. As usual very informative video i am sorry that you are far away. in between i enjoy watching your videos.

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Glad it was helpful!

[@abdmasoud]

@@EXPLORISTlife Were you able to get in between the buck boost 100A. there are no useful Videos about this element and i am looking forward to watch how you are going to present it which i hope your video will be a good reference as usual which can be watched Internationaly to. best regards from Vienna

[@UseR-ne8fm]

wow, that's ... incredible, fabulous - whatever you might call the work shown in this video, it is simply a class of its own. Congratulations and thank you for sharing this! ;)

[@EXPLORISTlife]

Hey Use R, Thanks so much! Cheers!