Interior electrics set up which one?

[pjjones00]

Hi,

I want to completely kit my interior of my westy and wire the whole lot.
My previous westy was hassle free whether it was hooked up or running off the batteries.
After endless nights of reading which is the best way to do this I am not really the wiser. There are so many kits and options that I am lost.
My budget doesn't have to be that cheap
Most people have recommended the sterling b2b which is fine although expensive, but there are so many ways out there.

I will be running a fridge, two sets of interior lights, Laptop, phone charger, water pump and stereo.

I want something hassle free and easy to wire up.
A system that I can hook up to in a campsite or live of my batteries out and about for a few days and not really worry about.

[nesty]

You want the nesty Trojan traction battery set up.
I'm in the cotworlds at the moment. So limited internet.
Camping on grass only no hook up due to the traction batteries.
The set up is straight forward to install as long as you do it right!
A few users been enquiring how I done it.
Fitted since 2010 never used pick up since. Still not.
Once back at the weekend I'll post up photos etc of the loom system.

[pjjones00]

Thanks. That would be great.

[dcfb77]

I second the Trojan traction battery setup. Im using 2x 6v 225ah batteries and aint needed hook up since fitted.

Im using a PMS3 all in one charge and distribution system and very happy with it

[nesty]

I second the Trojan traction battery setup. Im using 2x 6v 225ah batteries and aint needed hook up since fitted.

Im using a PMS3 all in one charge and distribution system and very happy with it

Another Trojan man!
Sounds like you have the 2xT105's.
I run my charging via intelligent split relay from Raw Compenents. The guys there are top quality!

[nesty]

This one is the mother of 12V for the size. Ok you might think it's pricy, even including delivery.
The cost of pick up at campsite (£7 average extra per night) this battery will pay for itself in 47 nights!

https://www.tayna.co.uk/J185H-Trojan-Ba ... P9468.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

or you could opt for the 2x 6V option into a serial circuit total cost £235. 32 night pay back!
https://www.tayna.co.uk/T-105-Trojan-Ba ... P9449.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[California Dreamin]

I'm told Tojan's are good....used with a good 100amp split charge system but personally I would be adding a 100 watt (plus) solar panel with controller, to replenish much of the evening power use.

Martin

[irishkeet]

I'm told Tojan's are good....used with a good 100amp split charge system but personally I would be adding a 100 watt (plus) solar panel with controller, to replenish much of the evening power use.

Martin

Martin
Been reading your site, excellent write ups on the solar / CVC interior lights etc

Nesty looking forward to your info

[kevtherev]

Another solar vote.
But
Trojan traction batteries solve the issue as well

Just that solar look so cool these days

[California Dreamin]

I Haven't got Trojans myself but the obvious advantage, over and above their build quality, is that they have good 'deep cycle' ability. So this means more of the stored energy can be used without damaging the battery. However, it is never a good idea to flatten any battery as you risk sulphation of the plates if not immediately re-charged. That is why I strongly advise they are used in conjunction with a good sized solar panel, thus ensuring constant battery activity and consequent longevity.

Martin