I Made Our Vintage Caravan Semi Off-Road Capable

[@RobnDi]

I have only been following you guys for a short while but I have to say you both are an inspiration. Not just for the memories you are creating but for the love and dedication you have for each other. I am nearly 70. My wife and I will celebrate our 49th wedding anniversary later this year. What you guys have is unfortunately rare these days. Keep up the great videos and keep on loving each other.

[@TheBreadman24]

Seeing as you missed Megan so much, maybe time ro put a ring on it Jack

[@davidmilledge221]

Na why wreck a perfect relationship with rings and things

[@pinksnorlx]

Myrtle looks great! She handles like a champ. And it was so cute to see how excited Jack was when he was picking up.Megan from the airport ❤❤❤

[@davidstephens1092]

Jack, an easy way to fix the hole in the side problem is to get a fold down table and fit it so it covers the hole.

[@JaxsnDave]

Hey guys.. fellow Perthers here.. not long come about your channel.. been binge watching most of them.. great channel raw and real.. we are fading away from our motorcycle vlogs and will be getting into the 4wd side soon.. picking up alot of good hints and laughs, well done to you both.. cheers

[@aussietourer5488]

Luv watching your videos keep up the great work. Tug electrical system 1 x 200 AH lithium battery, 40 amp DCDC, 2100 Watt Inverter plugs into van when off grid. Portable solar panels when needed. Plus 85l fridge in the canopy.

[@johncampbell3628]

Well Jack the vlog was great but …… I think you really need Megan to keep things under control hahaha 😂

[@itsJackandMegan]

😂😂😂 I sure do mate. Thanks for watching!

[@robertireland783]

Great job on the van by the way. Look forward to seeing you on the tracks

[@alancolley9937]

I suggest you change the hitch to a DO35. Make towing even more comfortable. Another great video as always. And the previous comment about the fold down table is a great idea.

[@barrymackay760]

We towed our new caravan 3 times on the 50mm ball before changing to a D035. 26,000kms later cannot recommend it enough, a much superior ride particularly if you are doing “semi off-road”.

[@davewain363]

I was going to say a Tregg style hitch for roll over safety. I have at least a poly block on all my trailers - except the stupid horse float imported from UK.

[@911Tweek]

Jack going rouge is quality content!!! 😂

[@leanner9616]

I just love the lounge the way it is.... orange 🥰

[@RobnDi]

As someone else said, a DO35 hitch is a must. I run 100ah lithium in my car. Plenty for my 55litre fridge. Van looks great guys.

[@vickibeer350]

Jack you are hilarious, so lucky u have Megan.

[@audreyburton5367]

Great job, Jack. I wasn't keen on the couch, but with the way it looks now, I think it looks fabulous.

[@undercovervideos100]

Another great video - excellent progress! Well done. To your question Jack regarding what battery set up you should have in your car, I strongly recommend that you find out what all your weights are first, particularly the towable weight of your van when loaded for travel and then work out how much headroom you have in the car, especially the rear axle load which is the one most commonly exceeded! - I would hat to see you put in all the effort of the build and then be overweight in the car on the rear axle or overall

[@1993Revhead]

Should put the same colour as the cabinets on the external. Retro 70s styles stripe

[@robfindlay1]

Currently travelling after leaving Perth in November last year. We have travelled across the Nullabor, through SA, Victoria before spending 8 weeks in Tassie. Left Tassie and now in Queensland. I put a 200Ah lithium in the canopy which is charged from the alternator and 240 Watts of solar on the roof. We also use a 140W folding panel to make sure the batteries in the car and van stay topped up. The battery in the car keeps a freezer powered. We also use it to run Starlink, occasional use of a coffee machine and a rice cooker and for charging of smaller batteries. While we could have gotten away with a 100Ah battery the 200Ah gives us peace of mind.

[@philandclarepatch6262]

Good to see that you survived the week and a half and tgat you really missed Megan heaps! We all need our girls eh! Totally good bro! Phil

[@davewain363]

For 12v in the car I have a portable battery box. I've had fixed aux batteries in the past but I find the portable box so more versatile. Have a solar blanket and feed from one of the cars Anderson plugs. Mainly just run my 65L fridge/freezer. I use it a lot more than just in the car. And bonus, I set it up in my previous car and I still have for my current car.

[@foss5011]

Jack, I have 1 x "cheapish" VoltaX100ah lithium in a battery box in the back of my LC200 along with a 20A Renogy DC-DC charger bolted to the top and a separate Renogy solar controller that I can plug a solar blanket into if necessary. I only run a 40L Engel fridge & associated lighting. I have never had to connect the solar!! The DC-DC along with day to day driving does the job, but if camped up for a few days, the solar is there for a backup. My system is simple, cheap (for a lithium setup) & has worked perfectly for the last 2 years. Cheers, Dave

[@adventureunlimited]

Great video Jack, I remember you guys saying not that long ago that the main reason you argue is for creative reasons. Fortunately Paul and I don't have that problem 😂You both have a great creative eye but you did great 😊

[@robjackson5243]

It’s looking so good guys. You should be incredibly proud of what you’ve accomplished. Can’t wait to see you out on the road and enjoying all the hard work. And Jack you definitely need Megan for supervision 😂.

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks!! Cannot hit the road and yes Megan is a good supervisor 😂

[@PenelopeA57]

Jack you totally have got some Russell Coight in you. That is meant as a compliment coz I think RC is adorable and you are too!

[@itsJackandMegan]

😂😂 love Russell!

[@PenelopeA57]

Me too!! So you better keep me well entertained 😂😂

[@GabrielCordeiro-ie8jq]

Hey guys, Another great video! My wife and I have been following you for a few years no...very inspiring. We're currently on our first trip around Australia, living full-time on the road (thanks for all the tips). She's still working full time, so we've got Starlink with us , which drains a lot of juice from the battery. I decided to go with a 200Ah lithium battery only because of the Starlink. I believe 200Ah is overkill for normal camping, however, with that said, I do use an induction cooker, electric kettle, and electric sandwich press all the time, which I couldn't do before, haha. To be honest, I don't even have to check the battery capacity since it has plenty of juice. So, my two cents...if you have the space, why not? I guarantee it will be one less thing for you to worry about. I truly believe that a good solar system is much more important than a big battery. Rigid panels are MUCH better than foldable ones. I currently have 270W on the roof plus another 300W foldable "Croc/Raptor Skin" (very expensive but the best portable option I could find on the market). I definitely overkilled with the solar panels, but since my wife is still working full time on the road, I'd rather have a great system just in case, as we don’t always get perfect sunlight conditions and she still have to be connectaded the whole day. Excited to see your next videos and what sort of decisions you guys make. All the best, Gab

[@neilmitchelhill9388]

This was hilarious Jack, made my entire day.

[@jasonbarnes5605]

Really impressed with this vlog considering that Megan was away. Have you considered the idea of a portable power station with solar panels on the top of the roof top tent. You probably only need to power a fridge and some lights.

[@coralieponsinet328]

Why isn't Ollie staying with you on the farm while you're working on the caravan? He's such a cutie ❤

[@vanlifeshots]

Loved the Jack solo vlog - you were actually way more serious with the camera without Megan. She must bring out the playful side of you :) Drone footage so cool testing out the off road capabilities - well done doing this solo.

[@jchilds5600]

Just a thought guys, when you have your cooker on please turn your handles of your pots away from the front of the burner. Love the wood and colours of your van, well done guys 👏

[@daviddean6953]

I have an upright fridge 85 L fridge in the ute and a 75L dule zone in my camper and it is all most to much fridge a have a slimline battery and a dc/dc charger with simple plugs and a fuse block. Super basic and it works well for a weekend as a month away. In a wagon I would have a look at a draw fridge with a storage draw beside it then you could have open space on top to put random large things on top.

[@ChrisN3550]

Well Jack you did great This week with the vlog. I have in my rig which I'm about to swap over into my new rig is the 25a projector dcdc charger, to a kickass 120a AGM battery with a 160w solar on the roof and a mppt solar charger that's goes to the car battery at all times to charge car battery, I'll never have flat battery again. I split the solar power to both chargers. In my camper I have the 40a dcdc charger from itech world to 2x 100w agm batteries with a 200a solar blanket for that. Where I tap in the car silar aswell for extra. Not quite the amazing set up you have in the old girl there. You have both done an amazing job so far, love your work. And I did read somewhere on another post yes change the hitch to the DO35 coupling I have that on my camper and it's a treat. Cheers Jack and welcome back Megan. Cheers Chris BGO Vic. 😎

[@brettyallop6018]

Great episode Jack! Having a beer around a fire when you have the opportunity is great "me" time, I reckon I might just do that tonight!

[@v8greg79]

" I made a mistake guys" I was waiting to see Ollie painted in Raptor 🤣🤣. Wont need much 12v power in the car, assuming you'll only be off grid for 1 or 2 nights, 120ah is heaps. Remember your alternator will have to try and charge everything you've got connected! Safe builds guys🤙

[@seansmart2981]

Nice job on the suspension guys! I built a 150AH LFP battery for my 4wd. I run the Victron smart shunt and smart solar and smart dc2dc charger. It has done really well. I've found the 150AH to be fine in the 4wd running a 40L fridge and charging accessories. I hardly ever have to pull out the solar blanket as we are usually doing some driving every few days anyway. Looks like you're getting close to completing your project, its looking great.

[@nedhenderson682]

For your car setup here's what I did: I did my lap of Aus with a 90 Ah lithium batt and a cheap fridge, a lil 500watt victron inverter to run all my camera gear and a few accessories, worked great. Runs fridge lights and inverter things for 2 nights without any solar or alternator before my isolators kick in. I have a fixed 120watt, 5ish Amp hrs. this keeps my fridge running allll the time in my car, won't drive for a week and as long as it's sunny ish I'm sweet. I have One redarc isolator that connects/disconnects crank battery to aux, and another victron smart isolator from aux batt to fuse box(all accessories). 2K I think 2 years ago, could do better nowadays tho!

[@rockbiterhd]

In my 100 series I run a 100amp lithium in the back that runs the draw fridge and the oven and have a solar blanket for back up the lithium is just charged from the engine with a 100 amp relay with a switch that is feed by ignition power as a fail safe work fine been 4 years no worries enjoy

[@Off.Track4x4]

In regards to your 12v I've now built a few different set ups for my self and plenty for others when I worked at TJM. I heavily recommend my last build which is make it fully portable so you can easily take it with you if you swap cars. Go 2x battery box's with hardkorr 135Ah battiers biggest you can fit in a battery box. Then make a portable DCDC charger and MPPT. Solar just link 3x portable solar blanket together when your at camp. No solar on the roof as you will always want to park your car in the shade. This system is modular and allows for change which we all do, also means if you run out of battery in the caravan you can plug an inverter into your battery box and charge up your caravan through the 240v 👍

[@erikcele1604]

Well Done it looks amazing. 👍❤️

[@fergs_outdoors_4x4s]

Awesome work! As for your car 12v set up, 200ah is going to be more than enough for what you guys will be doing. It will even give you the ability to use an induction cooker from the car too. 200ah will with a 2000w inverter will allow you to run almost anything comfortably. Solar- fixed solar 180w-200w panel to your roof will pump enough charge in keeping everything running smoothly. You'll smash the 12v set up in the toyota Jack. After doing the van, you'll make light work of the car set up.

[@BRWhitelife]

For our car camping power we use a Bluetti 180p solar portable power station with 350 watts of bluetti panels. It also charges as we drive and runs everything we need for a long as we want. Cpap, lights, drone and camera charging, starlink, it runs it all and more.

[@BRWhitelife]

Fridge is in that as well

[@63holden]

Great work mate 👍 Welcome back Megan 🥰

[@udiedby2h]

I’ve got a go further itech battery box 120 amp lithium run a 80L freezer with 120 watts on roof and have a 300w solar blanket. That’s all you need. The battery box comes with a 40amp charger plug in and play so good.

[@DanielKempster-dj8fk]

Troopy owner here. I'm running an enerdrive 200AH lithium and 40Amp DCDC and found this perfect for running fridge & charging camera batteries / laptop etc. The last trip we did from Vic to the Daintree I didn't run the inverter or have any solar input. We were on the road most days so the system got plenty of charge via the alternator. I run USB chargers for everything including the laptop as it doesn't make sense to go from 12VDC to 240V then back to 12VDC. 200AH is probably overkill but I'd rather have too much than too little. Fit the biggest DCDC you can as you can get bulk charge rapidly.

[@DaveMacsCamp]

Keep a eye on the bolts thru the rollers in the suspension. Also.... Have you considered a roller bar for the rear? Just that extra piece of mind that nothing's going to get hurt.

[@daviddean6953]

The seat looks fantastic! The hole thing get going well. You probably should not be left alone again though 😂😂

[@Jaqeroo]

Good vid. And I can see you definitely need Megan as your backup Jack, as your patience with some things is a little stretched 😅😂

[@itsJackandMegan]

😂😂

[@RustyCandyAdventures]

Check out Aussie Arvos. You will love their head unit, the 12 volt automatic switching. Negative switch the sensor. I use one of his pir and vibration sensor to build a simple alarm system. Check out his fuel valve security system. Also, there raspberry pie memory card video download while driving.

[@good_travels8205]

Great episode Jack. Flying solo unsupervised went as expected 😂😂😂 Just a tip mate, put the gas bottle on the drawbar for safety. If they get warm they will discharge gas, not good on the cabin of a vehicle. Myrtle is coming along very nicely, ready for a few more laps around this great country of ours. If only she could tell tails of the sights she has seen over the decades.

[@pstiff]

Great job on the video especially considering Megan was away 😮 we run 100Ah Lithium with a Redarc 25a DCDC charger and a Hardkorr Box with all the power points. Includes quick USB chargers. We also have 400w solar blanket. Have never run out with that. Cost about 3k all in

[@lesleymercieca6571]

Caravan is looking fantastic, great job, I didn’t notice any smoke alarms in the van hopefully you have one.

[@4x4smile]

Scales first is my suggestion, work out what weight you can add. I run a sunpower 400w on my disco's roof and use a 100ah ecoflow. When the van is under trees i throw a 240v lead across to the van chuck 100ah in then let the panel charge the ecoflow up again. Why an all in 1? Run my fridge in car off it 24/7 cig plug, use usb chargers on it and built a switch over relay setup to switch from solar to car stepped up 48v 8 amp charger. Charges at 400w off car and has hit 415w from the panel, most time I see 300 odd watts from panel. Just be aware of all of the amps you are pulling, my van pulls another 42amps charging 700ah lithium. Cheers

[@Creating22]

Oh WoW how clever are you guys. Myrtle looks absolutely gorgeous and she's not quite finished yet. Si kuch hard work it's just incredible what you've both learnt to do. We've watched you from the beginning and loved every episode 👍

[@gavindereus3643]

Wow Jack, that couch looks awesome, I bet Megan can’t wait to see it in person or did she see it before she went to Japan?😮

[@craigmooney2630]

Would have been nice to put a modern Demetic door on the van but the frame would probably be a lot thicker “ hope you had a fun trip Megan 🤠

[@RoamingRooma]

@1:25 its call freedom. But boy we miss the better 1/2 sometimes.

[@kevincashmore4655]

Must say Jack the lounge looks beautiful

[@ericvdw]

I would get a new power system like the all power 2500 or bluetti as it will run everything and is also portable and can plug into your caravan when your off grid to give you that extra power.

[@keenforadventure]

Go 200a/h that’s what we have with a 200 watt panel on the roof. We use a coffee machine, induction, ice machine and 200 is great. You don’t stress about power at all.

[@RobnDi]

Great video mate. Put a DO35 hitch on the old girl. Much safer.

[@elwoodroadsmusic9639]

Is the van getting some graphics? Pinstripes maybe? Some kind of wrap would be mint!

[@AlbertSergio-t3k]

I have a 2016 Toyota 4Runner Trail (now badged as the Off-Road Premium). "Start Battery" is an Optimum (start/deep cycle) 34 Series AGM, Auxiliary Battery under the hood is an Odyssey Extreme (start/deep cycle) 27 series AGM (76 Amp-hours) and Auxiliary battery in back is a Xantrex Lithium 31 series (128 Amp Hours). Vehicle has a 160 amp alternator. Auxiliary under the hood is charged with a Start Isolation/Automatic Charging Relay (Blue Sea Systems) and Lithium is charged with a Redarc 40 Amp BCDC Charger with built in MPPT Solar Controller. I also have a Redarc 30 Amp Solar Controller at the front of the vehicle behind the grill. For Solar I have a 300 Watt Redarc Solar Blanket - over kill for any one individual battery, but it allows me to charge all three batteries sequentially using the Solar Regulator. I have a 1000W Invertor KISAE Pure Sine Wave, which allows me to cook with a 1000 Watt plug-in Induction plate (single). I do not like carrying Propane, especially the large bottles.

[@justinw4483]

If your parking up for days on end then go the 200amp, if your moving frequently then the 100-130amp is heaps. Solar blanket in case you want to put a boat on the roof 😊

[@Ninchi_TrueCrime]

Lines the towball up almost perfectly “bit rusty on the old reversing” 😂😂😂 if you had ever seen me trying to reverse & line up with the towball, Jack, you would be somewhat pleased with your efforts- IMO if you can line it up well enough to drop onto the towball with just a little jiggle, then you’re a winner!

[@ronrogers9610]

The Van looks great that little bit higher and the seat matches your inside of the van as for power in the car it depends on what you are going to use while away a fixed panel with a blanket as a backup would not go astray all the best Ron

[@cathbp4089]

We have 100amps lithium battery with a dcdc charger under rear false floor, no drawers (box's) 60 ltr fridge and carry a 300w solar blanket. We have found great for camping.

[@karenjoy7557]

Couch looks good but don't like the colour needs some pillows to lighten it up big time... Reminds me of that mission poo brown many years ago...I had a gront door that colour painted aqua blue green my mum said did I get a new door I said no painted the old one... Good job on caravan please some colourful tiles in bathroom... 😂😂😂I hope house was cleaned up before wifee came home...

[@debk8775]

Great work Jack. Hope Megan had a great trip.

[@jasonkinda6814]

Not gonna lie I was genuinely stoked to see Myrtle flex 💪 I'm running a 120 Ah slimline behind my seat with a 200w panel on the roof and a 30A dcdc.

[@itsJackandMegan]

Haha old mert can flex 😂 cheers mate thanks for the recommendation!

[@jamieh4x4]

I don't have a caravan. My 4x4 with roof top tent 12v setup is 200ah lithium, 1500w inverter, 160w solar on roof, 2 x 300w solar blankets. And I run a fridge, a freezer, starlink, induction cooker, and airfryer. More battery would be better - I often have to plan my meals around my state of charge, and have a small gas burner for backup. But I really enjoy nerding out on numbers to keep it all working

[@Buffy-88]

Excellent work Jack, but you def need Megan to calm the farm mate, keep up the great work 👍 luv your show!

[@KingyY62]

I have 200ah 2000w inverter and 200W on the roof fixed.. fridge for food for day trips and keeps beers and drinks out of van fridge! Also can take portable induction, saves having gas cans inside the car!

[@RyanNichols888]

I run a Bluetti AC180 (currently on EOFY sale) and PV350 foldable solar panel plus it plugs into a car cig socket for trickle charging on long drives. I chose to run this setup for convenience and portability instead of having a fully wired in setup, this is perfect to power a Engel 40L fridge, charge a laptop and various usb devices. It's definitely not a full off-grid system but it would compliment your caravan setup on those day drives away from the van. Once again, you can take out and take it anywhere :D

[@GeorgeSoan]

How good! Great job on the vlog mate 👏

[@itsJackandMegan]

Cheers George!

[@sam_pedro3702]

Great job mate. Keep her up

[@grahamnielsen4797]

200ah is a good backup for the cruiser however with the new rules bumps up the price of the install. Using dc to dc charger or just a duel battery solar charger that maintains the start battery as well. Have a look at another option being a vtoman jump power station using lipo4 batteries(more cycles and safer) for then it's a plug and play simple stand alone easy move not permanently fixed that also can jump start the cruiser. Folding flexible panels are crap that don't last! Solid folding panels are better but more bulky, Thin film flexible panels are light not bad performance for the price ok on lasting. Uni solar panels are the best but $$$$... if you can find them, that are bullet proof, flexible walkable. My uni panels 15ys and still work like new after Aus trip at the front of the camper with stone the lot hitting them totally fine.

[@marvinmartian7941]

Alot depends on how you are cooking when you just have the car ... if by gas then you dont need a huge battery setup ... we just have a 80hr 2nd batt and a 200 watt solar pannel on the roof and we run a 38litre fridge full time plus a couple off usb charging points ... in the last 2+ years ive never turned the fridge off or run out off battery ... there is a battery to battery connection under the bonnet and in the car i have the solar controler (2nd batt under the bonnet)

[@davidstephens1092]

Whatever you decide guys, just remember that the new 12 volt rules also apply to vehicles and if you are using lithium then you have to figure how to vent it externally, so you may have to face cutting holes in that beautiful crusier.

[@strobcol]

“.. The new regulations stipulate that a lithium battery cannot be installed in a habitable living area, such as inside a caravan or camper trailer, unless it is placed in a sealed enclosure, or the installation location is sealed off from the habitable area and the sealed off area is vented to the exterior environment..”

[@tigerlily2174]

So good to see Ollie 💜 I have a 105ah lithium with dc-2-dc and portable solar banket, and it's nowhere near enough. If I were starting my 12v setup again, I would look at a minimum of 200ah lithium. As you know, its windy always in WA, so having the option to cook on induction when you go off with just the car is totally worth the $$$ and the piece of mind you have a backup redundancy system as well is priceless. Can't wait to see the finished product and the changes you make on your next travels :) Welcome home Megan ✈

[@leemorgan7532]

We have been watching your adventures since you started and recently enjoyed your restoration of your caravan. you have done an excellent job and it looks terrific (glad you put in a bathroom). Are you aware that there are FaceBook groups for Vintage and Classic Caravans? Could be useful for you to join and become involved. In SA they have regular get togethers with classic and vintage cars attending as well. Looking forward to seeing your first trip in the ''new'' van.

[@aerialworxwithspikee]

Looks okay, it’s only the under carriage it won’t be seen once the wheels go on. Good job Jack. Yes need Megan to read the instructions for you.

[@chickenstrangler]

100AH Slimline Lithium, 40Amp DCDC, 170w solar on roof. Plenty enough for vehicle setup,never gets below 70% running fridge/lights etc.

[@Kristina_Australia]

Jack thank you for this episode 😂 the chassis and suspension looks great. I can't wait to see what you do with the outside of Myrtle, all white is boring 😮😊. Have you considered a bidet shower (Bidet Douche toilet spray from Bunnings) it only uses water when you pull the trigger. In the car we have 1 battery, a fixed solar panel on the roof and a solar blanket it we need it. Ollie is just cute as. Welcome home Megan, hope you and Mum had a great time.

[@michaeldenham4577]

Go the itech 3600 power bank for the car they have the lot very simple in conjunction with the van plenty of power

[@gordonparsons5184]

Happy with kings battery box setup, 120 lithium, 25a dc-dc, 160 amp solar panel. Running 90lt kings fridge freezer. Runs continuously as we prospect for four months a year 👍👏

[@TrevorTurner-l6f]

Loved seeing Ollie, he’s cute! Myrtle is looking great! 😊

[@michaelkingsley1552]

Got a redarc 40amp dcdc charger and 2x 100w sunman flexi solar panels (which you can still load stuff o to if needed) and a 105amh battery and never had a problem running my 90ltr duel zone fridge, havent seen it drop below 12.5vlts

[@robyndehavilland1609]

This episode was full of lots of happy moments 😊😊

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks Robyn!

[@scottmathew3919]

Have you considered putting the axels under the springs, it will give you some more height as well

[@itsJackandMegan]

I did give it a thought but didn’t want it to be to high it can still be done though. Might give it some more thought later on when we choose which tyres and rims we want.

[@MD-np2me]

Another awesome episode, Myrtle, is looking great.

[@fatmanoverlanding]

Jack, Jack, Jack.... not reading instructions again. Well, at least you were honest about it. 😁

[@ashcampbell3562]

I have 220ah of battery, 400w of solar and a 40a dcdc in my dmax, runs the fridge 24,7 and keeps everything operating perfectly. Even in low light I still have enough solar to put in more than the fridge uses.

[@lindabown7810]

Omg I’m only 4 minutes in and I’m rolling around on the floor 😂🤣😅🤣😂

[@scottrea3024]

Roque Jack is hilarious 😂

[@tonymouat2962]

Lol I really lov your dog 🤣👌👍👍

[@trackstic85]

Enjoyed the video but, crikey mate, you need Megan - your a bull at a gate bloke. I have a Prado that I take off-road and can live out of it for around 3 weeks without a town visit. I have an 80 ltr fridge, rooftop tent and 240W solar panel. I have two 80AH batteries under the bonnet but, I live in nth Qld where we get over 300 days of sunshine each year. I’m not heavy but it’s a must to consider if your towing and setting up for single vehicle off-road travels. You don’t need much if you pick your weather trips purposely. Good luck👍

[@johndacosta2612]

Jack i highly recommend you go 200ah lithium with solar panel on roof then you can run fridge 24/7 in car plus charge up camera stuff

[@megkav2921]

Myrtle is starting to look pretty lux guys! I can't wait to see where you take her...

[@nickbailey739]

We have a 100AH lithium in the car with fixed solar panel. Runs the fridge constantly and drops about 10% overnight. Its back to 100% charge by 9am. You can never have too much power, but I think 200AH would be overkill!

[@stevematthews4092]

That insta scaff'd be easier to move if u lift the bar running across 1 of the sets of wheels.. its the brake 😊 BTW, the vans lookin bang on..& u nailed it by ya lonesome mate. 🤙👊 don't worry bout the stoopid paint..on the undercarriage anyways

[@colinbrady4935]

Hey mate after watching your lithium install in the van you inspired me to put a 300 amp hour with the 3000 Watt inverter Renogy system in our car I've gone that big for the same reason you mentioned places We don't want to take the van In our car setup we have the induction cook top and the ever cool draw fridge Pluss my other thoughts being if we ever get a run of bad weather and the van isn't keeping up with solar I could technically plug the van into the car running for a hour or so and charge up the batteries

[@robertireland783]

Get an Offroad hitch for the van you will be glad you did when going into areas that are a bit more undulating for towing with a ball