Van Conversion Vlog - 12v Electrical system - Toyota Hiace Campervan
In this episode of our Toyota HiAce campervan build, we install the complete 12V electrical system that powers the van's off-grid setup.
From planning cable routes and building the electrical board to connecting the battery, charger, solar panel and appliances, this episode follows the entire installation process from start to finish. We also share the mistakes we made, the small details that made the job easier, and the feeling of seeing the system come to life for the first time.
Rather than presenting a perfect build, we show the real process of wiring a campervan and explain the thinking behind the decisions we made along the way.
In this episode, you'll see:
Planning the electrical layout before installation
Running and labelling cables
Building the 12V electrical board
Choosing cable sizes and circuit protection
Installing the battery, charger, inverter and solar components
Testing the system before final installation
Connecting lights and appliances
The first successful power-up
If you're planning your own campervan electrical system, this episode gives you a behind-the-scenes look at how a complete installation comes together in a real van build.
If you'd like to understand why each component is used and how the entire system fits together, you can also download my free 12V Wiring Diagram and follow the complete Van Conversion Guide, where I break every stage of the electrical installation down step by step.
🔋 Products Used in This Electrical System
The components below are the same (or equivalent) products I use in my own van builds. If you're planning a similar electrical setup, these are a great place to start.
50A DC-DC & Solar Charger – https://journeyvanbuilds.com/charger-50a/affiliate
100Ah Lithium Battery – https://journeyvanbuilds.com/battery-100ah/affiliate
175W Solar Panel – https://journeyvanbuilds.com/solar-175w/affiliate
1000W Pure Sine Wave Inverter – https://journeyvanbuilds.com/inverter-1000w/affiliate
12V Fuse Block – https://journeyvanbuilds.com/12v-fuse-box/affiliate
Circuit Breakers – https://journeyvanbuilds.com/circuit-breaker/affiliate
Battery Monitor & Shunt – https://journeyvanbuilds.com/battery-monitor/affiliate
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