Hi All. I've been sent a quote for EHU in a kombi. External point behind the rear bumper with mains board by the wheel well. 12v fuse box, 2usb, 1x230v socket, AGM battery and victron b2b and Main's charger. Been quoted £1650+vat. I though it was a bit expensive. I think portable would be the best way to go.
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Have you had three quotes to compare?
In addition to @Dellmassive comment; what are your electrical needs?
How much electricity do you need?
What appliances are you going to run and for how long?
How many nights away without travelling (to recharge from engine)?
Do you need off-grid capacity, or will you always have EHU at your destination?
How much electricity do you need?
What appliances are you going to run and for how long?
How many nights away without travelling (to recharge from engine)?
Do you need off-grid capacity, or will you always have EHU at your destination?
When I get quotes for any work I want doing, I tend to research it and price up all the materials and associated costs myself.
That way you can work out the Labour charge (if it isn’t separate on the quote) and make sure you are getting what you actually want and require.
Next I estimate how much time it would take me to do (if I feel confident enough) and decide whether I would rather pay the money or do it myself, factoring in the possible costs if I mess it up.
That way you can work out the Labour charge (if it isn’t separate on the quote) and make sure you are getting what you actually want and require.
Next I estimate how much time it would take me to do (if I feel confident enough) and decide whether I would rather pay the money or do it myself, factoring in the possible costs if I mess it up.
I’ve had a similar quote, but with a heated lithium 110a battery under seat, EHU under bonnet, using Victron components, and prepping the cables to fridge, lights etc that I will fit, 2500 inc vat.
The Battery alone cost 850
For me, It’s finding a fitter that can do the work in the next 3 months, and also not 300 miles away, just incase there are any issues,
Had a few quotes and some didn’t even state what battery they fit, just ‘leisure battery’ so avoided them.
The Battery alone cost 850
For me, It’s finding a fitter that can do the work in the next 3 months, and also not 300 miles away, just incase there are any issues,
Had a few quotes and some didn’t even state what battery they fit, just ‘leisure battery’ so avoided them.
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You haven't said how you plan to use the van and I can't comment on the quote but would suggest that if you're planning on using the van as a camper, think carefully about the numbers and types of sockets that you get installed and the type of battery behind them - with the sockets, it's probably easier (and cheaper) to put them in with the original install than adding them in once all the work is done. My camper had a leisure system with 110 Ah AGM, 2 x 12V, 1 x USB plus 2 x 240V from the EHU but I've since added another USB and ignition switched 12V. I also have a collection of splitters, adapters and chargers that get pressed into service when needed and I'm thinking of upgrading the leisure battery (and charger) to LiFePO4 at some point as prices seem to be dropping to more realistic levels at last.
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I have an Ecoflow Delta 2 unit in my campervan. I removed the inverter from my van. 1 x dc input but I fitted ignition operated 12v 20A relay to divert from solar(on the roof) input to alternator input to the Delta 2 when engine is running. Does everything I need and my van is completely electric now (not the engine 
) . Much less hassle although depends how much power you need. I do all my wiring myself as I have years of electrical experience and qualifications. You can also charge in around an hour at home via mains. I've also got a 50aH lithium battery and controller but I don't really need them now unless I'm away for a while without hookup
) . Much less hassle although depends how much power you need. I do all my wiring myself as I have years of electrical experience and qualifications. You can also charge in around an hour at home via mains. I've also got a 50aH lithium battery and controller but I don't really need them now unless I'm away for a while without hookup
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Personally I think it's too expensive in what it is. I can do the EHU myself which we'll probably use a lot and I've already bought an inverter, b2b and ac/DC so I could move them on and go ecoflow. At this moment I doubt we'll be doing days off grid, just odd days out and weekends mainly but hoping to do a decent tour next year. The main thing in me doing it all myself is cable selection and fuse rating. I'm thinking it's a bit different to 230+ volts.
If you are thinking of doing it yourself then do it, plenty of good advice on here regarding cable sizes, fuse sizes, cable runs etc. Decide where you want to locate your consumer unit, leisure battery and work from there. Do a diagram of your 12 v system, post it on here and the experts will advise on it.
I also solar charge my EcoFlow Delta 2 in the van when it's on the driveway and use it power my TV at night and boil kettles when I at home so saving a bit of elec bill.
Yes you need to select different cables for mains.
Search amazon for "Blue Arctic grade 1.5mm² Rated 16A BS6500 3 Core Mains Flex cable"; is what I used before... It can cope with sub-zero temps.
If you lived in Glasgow area I would gladly help you out.
I'll get one together and throw it up. I've seen a few do the same so I'll try and sort something out. And yes, there are experts on here. Some of the things I see that get done to these vans amaze me sometimes.
Like the idea regarding the ecoflow.
Did you use the arctic cable for the 230v sockets as well hook up?
And sadly, Glasgow is bit far for help. I about 3-4hrs away sadly. Thanks for he offer. I have noticed there isnt many others around the north west.
If I get an ecoflow or similar could I then use that to power my EHU ? Only looking at a few sockets, usb, 12v. But then I'd worry about my starter battery going flat!! Is the 50ah lithium enough. How much are they??I have an Ecoflow Delta 2 unit in my campervan. I removed the inverter from my van. 1 x dc input but I fitted ignition operated 12v 20A relay to divert from solar(on the roof) input to alternator input to the Delta 2 when engine is running. Does everything I need and my van is completely electric now (not the engine
No, not yet. Kinda shocked by the first quote tbh. Looking like I may just do it my self. 230v inlet under the rear bumper with mains and 12v board in the wheel arch. Could I use my ac-dc charger for the starter or would that not be needed?
Having the EHU connection under the rear bumper eventually became a PITA. Not only did I get fed up of having to kneel down or even lie down to connect it, the exposure of that position made it increasingly difficult to attach/detach the connector. So I have now moved mine to behind a hinged rear panel (twixt rear lights & bumper).
I covered the fitting here: Fitting a hinge panel
I’m not 100% happy with the alignment of the leading edge and had to add a magnet here to hold it in (as it tended to move out a bit during use). It’s better now and most probably wouldn’t notice. But it is so much better than faffing around under the bumper.
I’m not 100% happy with the alignment of the leading edge and had to add a magnet here to hold it in (as it tended to move out a bit during use). It’s better now and most probably wouldn’t notice. But it is so much better than faffing around under the bumper.
The video above is definitely worth a watch
I shall have a good look tomorrow at work and let you know.
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