A Master Electrician Built This Van: The Power System is NEXT LEVEL! (Full Tour)

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He Fixed The BIGGEST Problem with Van Life (Flawless Electrical System Tour) Join Patrick Botticelli for an exclusive tour of a van build so clean, it looks like it came from a luxury factory. But it didn't—it was built by hand. This 2024 Mercedes Sprinter 144 AWD was custom-built by Jesse Graver, a professional van builder and master electrician. The inside is spectacular, featuring custom-milled maple cabinetry, a hidden valuables drawer, and an innovative hot water system that creates hot water just by driving the van! But the real show-stopper is the electrical system. As a master electrician, Jesse’s power system is one of the safest and most powerful we've ever seen. He gives us a full tour of the "powerhouse," explaining why his professional setup (using marine-grade wire and Victron components) is safer than most DIY builds. He even shares the #1 most dangerous—and common—mistake he sees in other vans. This is a must-watch for anyone interested in van life, RVs, or what a truly "pro-level" build looks like. Van Build Specs & Key Features: Vehicle: 2024 Mercedes Sprinter 144 Wheelbase, All-Wheel Drive (AWD), Diesel Electrical: Victron 3000W Multiplus Inverter, Victron Cerbo GX Touchscreen, Battleborn 100Ah Lithium Batteries, Victron DC-to-DC Alternator Charger (700W equivalent), 450W Solar Array Climate: Vellit DC Air Conditioner, Vevor Diesel Heater (tapped into main tank) Kitchen: Custom Maple Cabinetry, Formica Countertops, Oversized Stainless Sink, Portable Induction Cooktop, High-Efficiency DC Fridge Water: 24-Gallon Freshwater Tank, 16-Gallon Grey Tank, Isotherm Water Heater (Engine-Tied), Outdoor Shower Comfort: Trelino Composting Toilet, Custom Flares for 6-foot+ sleepers, Removable 3-Piece Bed, Swivel Seats & Lagoon Table Exterior: White Top Adventures Stealth Roof Rack, Custom Rhino-Lined Flares, Swing-Away Bike Hitch ⚡️ NEED HELP WITH YOUR RV/VAN ELECTRICAL? Contact Jesse Graver at Power of Adventure: Website: www.powerofadventure.us YT - @powerofadventure IG - @power_of_adventure FB - Graver Electric LLC Van listing - https://vanlifetrader.com/listing/2024-mercedes-benz-off-grid-campervan-awd/ Graver Electric LLC Ithaca, NY Chapters (Timestamps) 0:00 - Meet Jesse, the Master Electrician 0:25 - 2024 Mercedes Sprinter 144 AWD Exterior 0:36 - Water Fill & Exterior Outlets 1:02 - Kitchen: Oversized Sink & Custom Countertop 1:08 - The BEST Hot Water System (Isotherm Engine-Tied) 1:35 - Custom Maple Cabinetry 2:14 - HIDDEN Valuables Drawer! 2:40 - Swivel Seats & Lagoon Table Dinette 3:17 - Locking Drawers & Portable Induction Cooktop 4:08 - Vevor Diesel Heater 4:47 - Upper Cabinets & Under-Cabinet Lighting 5:23 - Stealthy Le Man's Roof Fan (450W Solar!) 5:57 - The "Brain": Victron Cerbo GX Touchscreen 7:02 - Why an Accessible, Removable Ceiling is CRITICAL 7:47 - High-Efficiency DC Fridge 8:21 - Removable 3-Piece Bed Platform 9:23 - Velit DC Air Conditioner (Runs All Night!) 9:53 - Trelino Composting Toilet & Storage 10:32 - Flares for a Full-Size Bed (6ft Friendly!) 11:06 - Van Insulation Breakdown (Havlock, Thinsulate) 11:37 - Exterior: Stealth Roof Rack & Rhino-Lined Flares 11:53 - Swing-Away Bike Hitch 12:18 - The Powerhouse: MASTER Electrical System Tour 13:00 - Battleborn Lithium Batteries 13:22 - 700W of Alternator Charging (DC-to-DC) 13:43 - Victron Solar Controller & Distribution 15:53 - Water System: 24 Gal Tank & Outdoor Shower 17:16 - From Full-Time Van Life to a Full-Time Business 20:01 - DANGER: Why DIY Electrical Can Be a Disaster 21:40 - The #1 Mistake DIYers Make (Copper vs. Aluminum) 22:36 - Why MARINE-GRADE Wire is Non-Negotiable 23:48 - How to Contact Jesse (Power of Adventure) 24:24 - Is This Van For Sale? 25:28 - Final Thoughts with Patrick #vanlife #campervan #rvtour #sprintervan This channel explores the exciting world of vanlife, with your host Patrick Botticelli, showcasing custom camper van builds, 4x4 off-road adventures, and DIY conversion projects. Join Patrick for in-depth RV tours and inspiring travel stories! New videos every Saturday at 10am eastern. Please subscribe for more awesome video tours. https://www.youtube.com/newjerseyoutdooradventures?sub_confirmation=1 New Jersey Outdoor Adventures With Patrick Botticelli Website https://newjerseyoutdooradventures.com/ Follow New Jersey Outdoor Adventures on Social https://www.instagram.com/patrick_njoa https://www.facebook.com/newjerseyoutdooradventures/ NJOA Merchandise https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ4P6JaFzImeSWPAr3gGGCQ/store Thumbnail Art by http://www.motivedezign.com/ Music By Epidemic Sounds https://share.epidemicsound.com/7r0ua5 All content owned and distributed by NJO Rental Adventures LLC.