Changed vans recently
It came with new AGM batteries as part of the deal, unfortunately one battery was developing a growth problem and tried to get out of the battery box.
Then I had to remove the 12v power supply and connect the batteries up to where it came from, upsizing the cables as I went.
It is fitted with a rearview camera, but had a huge roll of excess cable tied under the van, I removed all this and re-ran the cable, only to find that there was an open wire somewhere
So after testing the camera and running a new cable, that I thankfully had in the shed, now the camera cable is waiting for a clear day to connect it to the ute 12 pin plug. ( it's actually raining here in WA )
I fitted 300W of solar on the roof and a mmpt 30A regulator to handle it all with large cables from solar to reg. ( BTW, I'm a firm believer in LARGE Cables )
The toilet tank was leaking at the swivel seal, so replaced that seal as well.
Small earth problem from rangehood to van earth, temp wire for now, later I'll run all new earth wiring.
I fitted a mesh basket between the A frame to carry all those odd bits of wood and chocks.
Changed the drain set up so I use a clip on system and the grey hoses/pipe from Bunnings.
Fitted a new locking handle to the front boot.
Then on the "to do" list there's a diesel heater to fit, TV antenna to re fit, check for fridge power from the ute when on the road, wire up the van camera so it works in conjunction with the reverse camera, fit a tap at the front of the van, etc, etc
More to come as I get further into it to suit my way of living.
Ron
