320w Monocrystalline Solar Panel – Premium Range with 19.19% Cell Efficiency – linked up to a Renology 30a MPPT control module. Split Charge Relay for charging battery when driving.
The Leisure battery is a Varta LFD140: vented with an escape vent in the floor (there is plenty of room to either double up batteries or upgrade to something bigger and more powerful if you have higher energy needs)
USB charge points / four individual LED lights for each corner of the van.
1000W remote controlled inverter for 230v energy (ie, stuff you want to plug in). 40litre 12v/230v Fridge with lockable door
Shurflo water pump / pressure switch connected to an onboard 25litre cold water supply
2-ring Glass domino gas hob (connected to small gas bottle – which is also vented with an escape vent)
Digital carbon monoxide meter/alarm
Fire extinguisher
Two-door kitchen unit with overhead shelf made from reclaimed wood
The two benches can comfortably sleep 4 people on each if required and offer a stunning view out of the rear tinted back windows. A flexible American Oak table top satisfies various uses being that it’s fixed onto a double-adjustable arm and can also be easily removed and stowed away.
The benches can be used for storage and lift up on gas struts. Inside one is fastened middle section which drops between the benches to form a base for converting into a large double bed (using the back rest).
There’s more storage overhead in handy throw-it-in-and-forget cubby holes and also a huge storage space above the cab. The cab can be accessed if required from the back as there is a small space to get through, but this requires some flexibility. The stealthy feel has been thought about and the black curtains at the back protect privacy as does the part-bulkhead between the cab. It’s possible to be in the back at night and give off no light.
This is most suitable as either escape wagon or full-time living as it offers a good balance between size and space, comfort and privacy.