This Campervan Was Condemned at Vanlife Festival… Here’s Why

When this campervan arrived at our workshop, it had already been condemned at Vanlife Festival due to the condition of its electrical installation. In this video, Steve takes you through exactly what made the system so dangerous, highlighting the wiring faults, poor installation practices and potential fire risks that meant it simply wasn’t safe to use. We then strip the system back, reuse as much of the existing equipment as possible, and rebuild it to a safe, professional standard. As an added bonus, the owners had attended the Victron Energy talks at Vanlife Festival and won some fantastic Victron products, giving us the perfect opportunity to upgrade their off-grid electrical system at the same time. Finally, we catch up with the owners to hear what the new installation means for them as they prepare to live in their campervan full-time. Knowing their electrical system is now safe and reliable gives them the confidence to enjoy their adventures without worrying about what’s hidden behind the panels. If you enjoy campervan electrical installations, off-grid systems, practical advice and behind-the-scenes workshop content, don’t forget to subscribe for more.