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johnporter11 wrote:I've just recently finished a conversion of the same. I'm guessing yours is a 17 seater. It'll be a LWB extra length chassis (jumbo).
Yes it will have a smart alternator. Why do you need to know?
johnporter11 wrote:As dumper says, you need B2B (otherwise known as DC/DC). Normal split relay won't work with smart alternator.
Dumper used Sterling. I used Renogy. Some use CTEK.
In terms of layout, try to keep your charger (and battery bank) as close as possible to the van battery, i.e. behind the drivers seat, to enable you to use the smallest gauge leads. Also, if you're thinking about fitting an inverter for battery-supplied 230v, put it close to your battery bank.
pokie wrote:Thanks again for all the advice
Just been told that i do not have a smart alternator, and as such will need a vsr or split charge relay? again all very confusing for myself
I was planning putting the leisure batteries at the back of the vehicle, drivers side, as you say the car battery is under the drivers side, would you advise this as was planning on having a shower behind the drivers seat?
So the leisure batteries would be under the bed by the rear door and hoping to put most of the electrics in that position
johnporter11 wrote:Go for a B2B which will switch to charging your starter battery when the leisure batteries are full. Renogy, Sterling, CTEK. There may be others. But make sure that's in the spec.
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