https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/falcon-overland--5708598enHow ToElliot Nevillehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/db75bc1b9ce6107b058362c55e4b72bc.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/falcon-overland--5708598Sun, 11 Jun 2023 18:55:02 +0000Elliot NevilleElliot Nevilleelliot@falconoverland.co.nzFalcon Overland's deep dive into campervan's, 4wd's and boat's electrical systems. Debunking all the misinterpretations in the industry allowing you to create the best electrical system that suits your needs.falseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-24-best-electrical-system-on-a-budget--53783989https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53783989Sun, 11 Jun 2023 18:40:01 +0000Elliot NevilleIn this episode we go over how to get the best bang for buck electrical system that will actually work. Yes there are some downsides to this system but hey we are on a budget aren't we.195512v,4wd,agm,alternator,battery,camper,campervan,camping,charger,dcdc,electrical,grid,lithium,motorhome,off,overlanding,solar,system,touring,voltagefalse124fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-23-camera-vehicle-electrical-system-plan--53783736https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53783736Mon, 05 Jun 2023 01:00:02 +0000Elliot NevilleIn this episode we go over a real world electrical build for a medium sized electrical system designed for a photographers vehicle. He doesn't have high current draws and is designed around reliability and simplicity over anything else.136012v,4wd,agm,battery,camera,camper,campervan,camping,charger,electrical,grid,lithium,motorhome,off,overlanding,photographer,solar,system,touring,voltagefalse123fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-22-12v-24v-or-48v-electrical-system--53782723https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53782723Sun, 28 May 2023 18:20:01 +0000Elliot NevilleIn this episode we go over the difference between 12, 24 and 48v systems. Pros and Cons and whats best for you.188312v,24v,48v,4wd,agm,alternator,battery,camper,campervan,camping,charger,dcdc,electrical,lithium,motorhome,overlanding,solar,system,touring,voltagefalse122fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-21-taking-power-tools-camping--53782655https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53782655Sun, 21 May 2023 18:15:01 +0000Elliot NevilleIn this episode we go over the tips and tricks when taking power tools camping. I bet everyone will get at least 1 or 2 tips out of this podcast. Worth a listen for anyone who goes camping or lives in a campervan.139812v,4wd,battery,camper,campervan,camping,charger,dcdc,electrical,grid,lithium,motorhome,off,overlanding,power,solar,system,tools,touring,voltagefalse121fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-20-everything-you-need-to-know-about-12v-fridges--53781901https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53781901Sun, 14 May 2023 18:30:01 +0000Elliot NevilleIn this episode we go over everything you need to know about 12v fridges and how to run them.153912v,4wd,agm,alternator,battery,camper,campervan,camping,charger,dcdc,electrical,fridge,grid,lithium,motorhome,off,overlanding,solar,system,touringfalse120fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-19-car-audio-part-5--53509561https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53509561Sun, 07 May 2023 18:00:02 +0000Elliot NevilleIn this car audio mini series we cover the basics of adding new speakers, headunits and subwoofers to your system, we learn the do's and don'ts and this mini series will save you thousands in the long run, don't make the mistakes I made.136412v,4wd,agm,alternator,battery,camper,campervan,camping,charger,dcdc,electrical,grid,lithium,motorhome,off,overlanding,solar,system,touring,voltagefalse119fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-18-car-audio-part-4--53509420https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53509420Sun, 30 Apr 2023 18:00:01 +0000Elliot NevilleIn this car audio mini series we cover the basics of adding new speakers, headunits and subwoofers to your system, we learn the do's and don'ts and this mini series will save you thousands in the long run, don't make the mistakes I made.168912v,4wd,agm,alternator,battery,camper,campervan,camping,charger,dcdc,electrical,grid,lithium,motorhome,off,overlanding,solar,system,touring,voltagefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-17-car-audio-part-3--53509342https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53509342Sun, 23 Apr 2023 18:00:02 +0000Elliot NevilleIn this car audio mini series we cover the basics of adding new speakers, headunits and subwoofers to your system, we learn the do's and don'ts and this mini series will save you thousands in the long run, don't make the mistakes I made.191812v,4wd,agm,alternator,battery,camper,campervan,camping,charger,dcdc,electrical,grid,lithium,motorhome,off,overlanding,solar,system,touring,voltagefalse117fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-16-car-audio-part-2-picking-a-head-unit--53508704https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53508704Sun, 16 Apr 2023 18:00:01 +0000Elliot NevilleIn this car audio mini series we cover the basics of adding new speakers, headunits and subwoofers to your system, we learn the do's and don'ts and this mini series will save you thousands in the long run, don't make the mistakes I made.182712v,4wd,agm,audio,audiophil,bass,battery,camper,campervan,camping,car,charger,dcdc,electrical,lithium,overlanding,sounds,subwoofer,system,voltagefalse116fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-15-car-audio-part-1--53508623https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53508623Wed, 12 Apr 2023 00:47:28 +0000Elliot NevilleIn this car audio mini series we cover the basics of adding new speakers, headunits and subwoofers to your system, we learn the do's and don'ts and this mini series will save you thousands in the long run, don't make the mistakes I made.217112v,4wd,agm,alternator,audio,audiophil,battery,camper,campervan,camping,car,charger,dcdc,electrical,lithium,motorhome,overlanding,system,touring,voltagefalse115fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-14-12v-learnings-from-a-month-on-the-road--52588663https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52588663Wed, 22 Feb 2023 00:10:01 +0000Elliot NevilleIn this episode, we discuss the many learnings I had while touring round for a whole month being off grid. This also builds from 2 1 week trips I had prior to this month's stint.177912v,4wd,agm,alternator,battery,camper,campervan,camping,charger,dcdc,electrical,grid,lithium,motorhome,off,overlanding,solar,system,touring,voltagefalse114fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-13-running-high-amp-loads--52587523https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52587523Fri, 17 Feb 2023 22:00:01 +0000Elliot NevilleIn this episode, we discuss how to run high amp loads and what equipment you'll need to run them.146312v,240v,4wd,amp,battery,camper,campervan,camping,dryer,electrical,grid,hair,high,induction,motorhome,off,oven,overlanding,system,touringfalse113fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-12-induction-cooking-off-grid--52579346

After some more experience and thinking I've come up with the below system requirements.

To do Lithium cooking on a budget it'll cost at least $3150
No Name 250ah lifepo4 high amp BMS - $1500
3000w kings inverter - $450
Cable - $300
25 amp cheap DCDC charger - $300
High-Quality relay for straight charging off alternator - $400 (PowerHub has this feature inbuilt)
K mart induction cooker - $59

This system will have a low chance of failure but I wouldn't be surprised if a component fails within 5 years.

If you are cooking two nice meals a day for two people only using electricity and boiling water for dishes you'll use between 100-200ah a day. This means if you have a 100 amp alternator you'll need to do 2-3 hours of driving a day or have 900w of solar in summer and 1300w in winter.

If you want a high-quality system it'll cost $11200 and you will want:
Victron/Redarc 400ah lifepo4 - $5000
3000w Redarc inverter - $3000 (victron's inverters are too big and bulky for vehicles)
Cable - $300
30 amp Victron/red arc DCDC charger - $500
High-Quality relay for straight charging off alternator - $400 (PowerHub has this feature inbuilt)
Decent induction cookers - $300
250 amp Redback alternator $1700

This system has an extremely low chance of failure and it'll is highly unlikely to have any faults within 7 years and you won't have to worry about your batteries going flat.

You also have to remember your not just paying for this system to do induction cooking you get a world of benefits once you have a decent electrical system like this.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52579346Tue, 14 Feb 2023 17:10:01 +0000Elliot NevilleIn this episode, we cover how to build a system to do induction cooking and if it's worth the cost. After some more experience and thinking I've come up with the below system requirements. To do Lithium cooking on a budget it'll cost at least...

After some more experience and thinking I've come up with the below system requirements.

To do Lithium cooking on a budget it'll cost at least $3150
No Name 250ah lifepo4 high amp BMS - $1500
3000w kings inverter - $450
Cable - $300
25 amp cheap DCDC charger - $300
High-Quality relay for straight charging off alternator - $400 (PowerHub has this feature inbuilt)
K mart induction cooker - $59

This system will have a low chance of failure but I wouldn't be surprised if a component fails within 5 years.

If you are cooking two nice meals a day for two people only using electricity and boiling water for dishes you'll use between 100-200ah a day. This means if you have a 100 amp alternator you'll need to do 2-3 hours of driving a day or have 900w of solar in summer and 1300w in winter.

If you want a high-quality system it'll cost $11200 and you will want:
Victron/Redarc 400ah lifepo4 - $5000
3000w Redarc inverter - $3000 (victron's inverters are too big and bulky for vehicles)
Cable - $300
30 amp Victron/red arc DCDC charger - $500
High-Quality relay for straight charging off alternator - $400 (PowerHub has this feature inbuilt)
Decent induction cookers - $300
250 amp Redback alternator $1700

This system has an extremely low chance of failure and it'll is highly unlikely to have any faults within 7 years and you won't have to worry about your batteries going flat.

You also have to remember your not just paying for this system to do induction cooking you get a world of benefits once you have a decent electrical system like this.]]>171012v,4wd,alternator,battery,camper,campervan,camping,charger,cooking,dcdc,electrical,grid,induction,lithium,motorhome,off,overlanding,solar,system,touringfalse112fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-11-lithium-as-starter-batteries--52579314https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52579314Fri, 10 Feb 2023 18:30:01 +0000Elliot NevilleIn this episode, we look at running lithium batteries as starter batteries, the purpose of this is to make a very lightweight deep-cycle battery system by using lithium batteries as your deep cycle and starting batteries, in most cases this will take...186612v,4wd,alternator,battery,camper,campervan,camping,charger,dcdc,electrical,grid,lithium,motorhome,off,overlanding,solar,system,touring,voltage,vsrfalse111fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-10-the-different-types-of-solar-panels--52521985https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52521985Tue, 07 Feb 2023 23:00:02 +0000Elliot NevilleIn this episode, we cover the different types of solar panels as well as what you get for spending more on your panels. We also go into how to mount them and charge your batteries properly using an MPPT controller.166212v,4wd,agm,alternator,battery,camper,campervan,camping,charger,dcdc,electrical,grid,lithium,motorhome,mppt,off,overlanding,pwm,solar,systemfalse110fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-9-everything-you-need-to-know-about-camp-lights--52521208https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52521208Fri, 03 Feb 2023 18:40:01 +0000Elliot NevilleIn this episode we go over all the different styles of camp lights, I've missed a few options out so i will touch on those in a future podcast mainly around battery lights.91712v,4wd,agm,battery,camper,campervan,camping,dcdc,electrical,grid,lights,lithium,motorhome,off,overlanding,solar,system,touring,voltagefalse19fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-8-everything-you-need-to-know-about-driving-lights--52513503https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52513503Tue, 31 Jan 2023 17:30:01 +0000Elliot NevilleIn this episode, we talk everything about driving lights. Spotlights vs upgraded bulbs vs lightbars. cheap or expensive and what's best for your driving style?98112v,4wd,bar,battery,bulbs,camper,campervan,camping,charger,dcdc,electrical,light,lights,motorhome,overlanding,solar,spot,system,touring,voltagefalse18fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-7-lithium-charging-directly-from-your-alternator--52512041
Since recording this podcast in 2022 I have done a lot more testing and have a lot more knowledge and understanding around alternator charging for LIthium batteries so check out my holiday recap podcast to complement this.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52512041Sat, 28 Jan 2023 20:00:02 +0000Elliot NevilleThis episode is not for beginners, today we discuss ways in which you can charge lithium batteries directly off your alternator. This is an area that I am still testing and learning and I take no responsibility if you damage your property as a result...
Since recording this podcast in 2022 I have done a lot more testing and have a lot more knowledge and understanding around alternator charging for LIthium batteries so check out my holiday recap podcast to complement this.]]>135612v,4wd,agm,alternator,battery,camper,campervan,camping,charger,dcdc,electrical,grid,lithium,motorhome,off,overlanding,solar,system,touring,voltagefalse17fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-6-sizing-your-charging-system--52511031https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52511031Thu, 26 Jan 2023 17:30:01 +0000Elliot NevilleIn this episode, we cover sizing your chargers and batteries for your electrical system. What size DCDC charger do you need? How many Watts of solar do you need? What about the alternator and AC charging and the expensive question, what size battery...103812v,4wd,agm,battery,camper,campervan,camping,charger,dcdc,drop,electrical,grid,lithium,motorhome,off,overlanding,solar,system,touring,voltagefalse16fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-5-4-different-ways-to-charge-a-house-battery--52510579
We go over the cost, efficiency, what's best for your situation, and how to use multiple charging methods at the same time.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52510579Sun, 22 Jan 2023 18:48:47 +0000Elliot NevilleWe go over the four ways of charging a house battery in your RV, Camper, 4wd or house boat and what methods are best for you? We go over the cost, efficiency, what's best for your situation, and how to use multiple charging methods at the same time.
We go over the cost, efficiency, what's best for your situation, and how to use multiple charging methods at the same time.]]>129812v,24v,agm,battery,campervan,camping,charger,dcdc,drop,electrical,grid,leadacid,lithium,motorhome,off,overlanding,solar,system,touring,voltagefalse15fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-4-all-you-need-to-know-about-voltage-drop--52093919https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52093919Sun, 04 Dec 2022 21:23:35 +0000Elliot NevilleIn this episode, we have a deep dive into everything you need to know about voltage drop, what level is acceptable and how to avoid it.169412v,24v,4wd,battery,camper,campervan,camping,drop,electrical,electronics,grid,leadacid,lithium,motorhome,off,overlanding,system,touring,voltage,voltagedropfalse14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-3-what-battery-chemistry-is-best-for-you--52093612https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52093612Sun, 04 Dec 2022 20:28:55 +0000Elliot NevilleIn this episode, we go over what battery chemistry is best for you and what size battery you need. Also what is the difference between cheap and expensive batteries and if it's worth spending the money or not?150912v,4wd,agm,campervan,camping,electrical,electronics,leadacid,lifepo4,lithium,motorhome,systemfalse13fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-2-all-you-need-to-know-about-fuses--51800170https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51800170Sun, 06 Nov 2022 02:07:58 +0000Elliot NevilleIn this episode, I go over everything you need to know about fusing, how to reduce voltage drop over fuses, how to fuse high output loads like inverters and winches.154512v,24v,4wd,campervan,electrical,fuses,motorhome,systems,voltagedrop,wiringfalse12fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/introduction-and-episode-1-what-wire-size-should-i-run--51800039
My name is Elliot Neville and I've been in the industry for 8 years building campervan and 4wd electrical systems, I've gained a vast knowledge and this podcast is my way of sharing it all with you.






In today's podcast, we go over the biggest problem with most campervan and 4wd's electrical systems which is what size wire to run.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51800039Sun, 06 Nov 2022 01:25:34 +0000Elliot NevilleHello, Welcome to Falcon Overlands Deep Dive Into Campervan Electronics, here we make this complex topic simple and easy to understand so you can build the perfect campervan, 4wd, boat or off grip electrical system for your needs. My name is Elliot...
My name is Elliot Neville and I've been in the industry for 8 years building campervan and 4wd electrical systems, I've gained a vast knowledge and this podcast is my way of sharing it all with you.






In today's podcast, we go over the biggest problem with most campervan and 4wd's electrical systems which is what size wire to run.]]>182012v,4wd,agm,alternator,battery,camper,campervan,camping,charger,dcdc,electrical,grid,lithium,motorhome,off,overlanding,solar,system,touring,voltagefalse11full