alternator

  1. OllieGBR

    Smart Alternator - all T6?

    Are all T6 vans equipped with smart alternators, or is it only those with Euro6 cat engines? I have a 2016 T6 Euro5 engine, (no adblue).
  2. DubiousEngineering

    Howto Video On Fitting A Ctek Dc-dc Charge Controller

    Sorry, its a long video, and it may not be the "official" or "correct" way to fit a leisure battery and CTEK DC-DC charger system to handle the euro6 smart alternator charging on the VW T6. That said, this is how we did it!! I hope its useful for those of you that are converting a van to a...
  3. DubiousEngineering

    Video How To Install A Leisure Battery Under The Drivers Seat...

    I made this video because it needed a video! Sorry for the long explanation of smart alternators... but some of us need to know that stuff!! Give it time, the install happens eventually! - It was hard work finding a place in the bulkhead and routing the cables as i had to pull apart the dash...
  4. Josh Corps

    x2 leisure battery - alternator upgrade too?

    So, I'm about to embark on the long overdue electrical installation of my van. im sure im going to have many questions along the way but one for now is. I'm planning a more 'off the grid installation'. would I have to uprate my alternator if i were to fit 2 leisure batteries coming close to 300ah?
  5. R

    Alternator Upgrade

    Hi My TSI Highline has a 180 amp (I think) alternator, but due to my planned audio upgrade I'm thinking it might be wise to increase it to a 250 amp one. How straightforward is this? Where can I get one etc? The standard alternator is already powering two 4 channel amps that give 970 RMS watts...
  6. Bryn23

    Does the Factory Aux Battery option include a upgraded Alternator?

    Just a quick question, does VW include an upgraded Alternator when you select the AUX battery as a factory option? Just curious, i would assume they would as it increases the load on the alternator. but not sure..
  7. I

    VSR, Split Charge or Battery to Battery charger for T6?

    Hi Guys Ok i have a t5.1 12 plate and have always just ran 25mm2 to the front seat from a Duralit 140amp split charge to 1 or 2 banner batteries and all has been well in the world Now i've took the plunge and ordered a euro 6 Cherry red LWB van with lots of options for march 1 delivery So...
  8. VanBlanc

    Electric Hook Up when engine running?

    Our current T5 has a Sargent EC155 that takes care of things but I don't like it. So for our T6 I will use a Victron 12/10 charger and Merlin Smartgauge from @travelvolts and either up rate or double the battery. Currently if I have the leisure power (230V & 12V) switched on at the master it...
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