Bombsight Build Thread

[Bombsight]

Viair Ultra Duty onboard air compressor installed :

https://www.amazon.com/VIAIR-Ultra-Duty-Onboard-System/dp/B001L7UX0S/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=viair+ultra+duty&qid=1569418886&s=gateway&sr=8-1

 

[Bombsight]

37" tires inflation capacity ...

 

[Mighty Dodge Ram]

I see the switch/gauge and the tank underneath but where did you mount the actual compressor? I can’t see it or missed an earlier post. Nice clean install!

 

[Bombsight]

I see the switch/gauge and the tank underneath but where did you mount the actual compressor? I can’t see it or missed an earlier post. Nice clean install!

Follow the silver braided hose left in photo before this post. All exposed wire has since been covered with flexible wire conduit.

 

[Mighty Dodge Ram]

Ah ha! Now I see it. Thanks.

 

[Bombsight]

Well, the build has finally been completed with the last project being a Power Inverter install.. It has been fun. Time to start using it for everything its worth now. See y'all out on the trails ...

 

[Vic Harder]

nice clean install. What gauge wire is that? And how long are the wires? I'm installing a 3000W inverter in my new build. Hoping to run an induction cook top. I have 200AH of LiFePo4 to power things.

 

[Bombsight]

nice clean install. What gauge wire is that? And how long are the wires? I'm installing a 3000W inverter in my new build. Hoping to run an induction cook top. I have 200AH of LiFePo4 to power things.

Thanks, Vic.
The wires are the entire length that comes with the kit minus about a foot of the positive wire.
This is the kit: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0015353SU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I could have cut a foot off of the negative as well but I wanted to use the connector that came on it. I just tucked the excess up between batteries.

How many watts will your induction cooktop draw?

 

[klahanie]

Bomb, you'll like that inverter, we have the same but in the previous form. Only caution I have is about seeing the terminals exposed. Prob will never happen, but it is in the aisle, and if somehow there was a short to or across the terminals ... the current thru that wire could be major.

Congrats on the wrap up. Happy trails !!

 

[Vic Harder]

Thanks, Vic.
The wires are the entire length that comes with the kit minus about a foot of the positive wire.
This is the kit: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0015353SU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I could have cut a foot off of the negative as well but I wanted to use the connector that came on it. I just tucked the excess up between batteries.

How many watts will your induction cooktop draw?

about 150A on full. Which it will only be on for about 5-10 minutes a day. I tested in the house and d@mn, that thing is fast.

That kit comes with 10' of cable? Wow... I'm hoping to keeping mine to around 4' or so.

 

[Bombsight]

Only caution I have is about seeing the terminals exposed. Prob will never happen, but it is in the aisle, and if somehow there was a short to or across the terminals ... the current thru that wire could be major.

Didn't think about that! I will resolve that STAT! Thank you.

 

[Bombsight]

Seems like the mods will never cease .... Towel rack.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0861CKHMC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[CoreyTrevor]

I like that, nearly zero weight and takes up no room when stowed. I better copy your idea!

Are those pop rivets put in from the back side?

Where did it come from?

Thanks!

 

[Bombsight]

Product link (Amazon) is there for your convenience. It's a little pricey but you get what you pay for.

Stainless hardware not included (lock nuts with BIG washers behind black lift panel). Arms won't flop down, stays in place (against lift panel) when top is down. Light as a feather & solid.

Imitation is the greatest form of flattery. Thanks.

 

[CoreyTrevor]

I missed that link somehow, thanks.

 

[Wandering Sagebrush]

That rack is nice. I think I would use VHB tape to mount it I’m my Northern Lite. I would be handy at home, too. Thanks for sharing!

 

[CoreyTrevor]

VHB tape is a great idea! Easier and saves another gram or two of weight. I'm going to steal your idea too!

 

[Wandering Sagebrush]

Plagiarism is a sincere form of flattery... as the head/shower in my camper is fiberglass, I don’t want any holes.

 

[Bombsight]

Much thanks to Dave Jansen (Texas FWC salesmen) for making things complete with the FWC Showroom Sign.

I retire in August - so its on like a neck bone.

Sleepy Camper is going to have to start working its way around America!

 

[PaulT]

I'm thinking that camper needs some serious body work. It seems to be bent all out of shape in its current state.

Good luck with your endeavors on conquering the countryside.
Paul