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  1. littlespark

    Stopping static discharge off vehicle

    Ever since I got the new van, or perhaps its a change of footwear, I am getting almighty belts off the van bodywork after I stop and get out. Is there a way to minimise the crack, or use it in some "playful" manner? First, a couple of questions i'm sure Marconi can answer. Is it me generating...
  2. P

    Wiring an add on DRL to vehicle - relay use and diode?

    Hi My daughter wants to add some DRLs to her car. The wiring diagram attached is being followed. I had heard that relays require a diode across the coil so I have shown one in the illustration (see grey line work). Is a diode actually required in this application or not? Thanks DRL = daytime...
  3. P

    Installing multiple USB charge ports in a vehicle

    Hi guys I'm interested in installing usb charge ports in a 14 seater passenger vehicle, Please understand I'm not a auto electrician but I'm keen on learning... my queries are : (1) How many ports can I safely install? (2) Is there enough power from the vehicle, it uses a 12V battery...
  4. HappyHippyDad

    Are there any electric vehicle Charge points that can be used with PME?

    I am looking to fit a EVCP in the customers garage. The earthing system is PME although it would not be too hard to change the garage to TT. I have 3 questions. 1. Can the PME be used as long as the EVCP is located in the garage so that the car cannot be charged outside? 2. I believe there...
  5. spud1

    Electric Vehicle Charging training

    Hi there, I have been offered an opportunity to do some EVC training through my local wholesaler. They are putting on a course run by the NICEIC and Rolec. Its a one day course and although the cost is considerable, included in it is; the NICEIC code of practice book for EV Charging and a Rolec...
  6. JK-Electrical

    Inside the smart electric vehicle EV charger which doesn't need an earth rod

  7. bonjovi

    van vault

    van vault yellow 2 keys and both locks work fine dimensions tall = 490mm wide = 550 mm long = 1330mm these are from the lid which is the largest dimension incase its needed for a van and not just used as a secure box on site £100 collection only rainworth Mansfield ,drop me a reply and I will...
  8. D

    Relay wiring for van AC

    Hi, I’ve been trying to retrofit AC to my Mercedes sprinter motorhome, I have most of the kit but some of the wiring is missing. I have managed to find a decent wiring diagram for the entire van but having trouble with this section. I know the symbols (ringed in blue) are called...
  9. Baker1988

    UK Mira Advance Flex Shower Unit

    Selling a brand new Mira Advance Flex 8.7KW Shower Unit. It’s all boxed and never used. £100 pick up from Hull as don’t want to wait 30 days for it to clear in PayPal.
  10. HappyHippyDad

    Keeping your van going past 200K?

    I have an Ex AA Renault trafic, 08 plate. It's done 180,000 miles and I am the second owner. Pretty much nothing has gone wrong with it over the 6 years I've had it. I've had it regularly serviced. I've spent perhaps £1200 on it getting it racked out inside very nicely and also deadlocks so i'd...
  11. sparkdog

    Another van broken into.

    Yup, got to add my name to the list, Transit Connect opened with a key overnight in a quiet country villiage.Toolbag, drills MFT and a lot of other stuff gone. It was insured so hopefully get some new kit. I'll leave my van locked up in a garage now and take my car home.Police absolutely no help...
  12. J

    Company Van provided??

    Hi I have a quick question to ask on behalf of some lads at work. I have a Company Van for use to and from work because I go out on my own jobs. A few other lads are using their own car and booking mileage for it. Sometimes helping on jobs and other times doing their own stuff on jobs. All of us...
  13. D

    TT in agriculture/ building site/ caravan.

    Hi guys, New job looking at. I haven’t been to site yet, but this is the scenario. DNO just put a new single phase supply into a field PME. Line and neutral tails terminated into a double pole isolator/ no earthing cable installed yet/ no cu connected yet. I have been asked to fit board and...
  14. Jay 1987

    Electrician uses 1,000 volts to his advantage

    https://www.google.co.uk/amp/s/www.thesun.co.uk/news/9628217/electrician-wires-van-1000-volt-shock/amp Now he has copyrighted his electrical design, and is installing for £380. What’s our Thought’s on this ?
  15. ThatMatt72

    Meter Tails in Galvanised Trunking...Is that a thing?

    Hey all, Excuse the ignorance here but I wonder if you lovely folk might have any opinions or better still be able to point in the right direction in the BBB. I am being asked to move a CU from its current position, behind a fitted kitchen, under the sink and totally inaccessible, except to the...
  16. S

    Fitting tracker to vehicle.

    Hi all. I’m looking at buying a PAYG tracker with ---- off option. I need to wire the unit to live, neutral, the ignition and then to a relay which can shut off the power to the starter motor. I have just bought a Range Rove Evoque 2013 and wondered the best way to pick up the starter...
  17. B

    Distance between Gas and Electric box caravan site

    Can anyone tell me where to find distance between Gas box and Electric box on caravan site I know it’s 600mm, now on new install someone’s connected the boxes now between the edge of gas to edge of electric box is around 630mm but this isn’t taking in to account a socket which will be plugged in...
  18. C

    Wiring for domestic electric vehicle charging point

    Hi there I’m unsure of what wiring I need to run for an EV charging point and have read that there were new requirements launched in January 2019. Please advise. Thanks
  19. A

    Advantages of CRGO in electromagnet

    Hello Everyone, I am building a custom electromagnet for DC. I have been through many offline and online stores recently to find CRGO silicon steel. Unfortunately the only ones I found would sell in quantities of tons. I understand the advantages of CRGO for AC applications but after many days...
  20. C

    Introducing. Van (Ambulance) to Camper Project

    Just introducing as per the automated message - very swish. Am converting an old 1989 Transit Ambulance to a camper at the moment and sure I will run into a few headaches with electrics. If anyone has any tips of experiences to share that would be great. Thanks

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