Hi all, I am a new here. I am planning a conversion on a 2014 144wb hi top crew van. The only big option it came with was the roof AC unit and aux battery.
I have learned a lot from just lurking here for years, so a big Thank You to all, but there are still many things I can't figure out, especially the electrical system. Please see my attached power schematic and tell me where I am deficient at. I'd appreciate any input you guys have.
One area I am struggling with right now is this: Is the Sprinter's alternator big enough for charging my house batteries? What kind/brand of battery should I use for the house battery bank? Is 4 6v battery enough? And if I go with 6 or 8 6v batteries, do I need to upgrade the alternator? I don't know what size the alternator is. How do I find that out. My dealer is no help. Space is very limited, as you all know, so I need to plan the size of the battery bank correctly. The battery bank and inverter will be below my sofa bed in the rear of the van next to the back door.
Thanks!
I have learned a lot from just lurking here for years, so a big Thank You to all, but there are still many things I can't figure out, especially the electrical system. Please see my attached power schematic and tell me where I am deficient at. I'd appreciate any input you guys have.
One area I am struggling with right now is this: Is the Sprinter's alternator big enough for charging my house batteries? What kind/brand of battery should I use for the house battery bank? Is 4 6v battery enough? And if I go with 6 or 8 6v batteries, do I need to upgrade the alternator? I don't know what size the alternator is. How do I find that out. My dealer is no help. Space is very limited, as you all know, so I need to plan the size of the battery bank correctly. The battery bank and inverter will be below my sofa bed in the rear of the van next to the back door.
Thanks!