What does it take Installing a Diesel Heater in our | VW Crafter 4x4 | DIY Camper Conversion

A step-by-step diesel heater install for our VW Crafter 4x4. See how we cut the floor and wire the heater for off-grid heating comfort. This video covers the process of fitting a heater into a VW Crafter camper, a critical upgrade for any vehicle. We walk you through the under-van work required to mount the components and the precise steps for cutting an opening in the floor. Whether you are tackling your own van conversion or just researching heating options, this walkthrough demonstrates the necessary prep work and electrical connections for a successful setup. We focus on achieving a secure and functional installation, ensuring the unit is mounted safely beneath the vehicle. The final frames show the completed system alongside the associated electrical components to give you a clear idea of the finished result. We have been working on this exciting project for so many months now and we can reveal it to you - we bought an empty VAN that we are going to CONVERT into an OFF-GRID CAMPER VAN with OFF-ROAD capabilities. Subscribe for regular breakdowns, and comment below if you have questions about your own DIY camper build. ►Join us on our Socials See our website: https://www.2smalladventurers.com See also our Instagram: @2smalladventurers See also our blog site: https://jan-san-climbing.blogspot.com See also our Facebook: Two Small Adventurers See also our TikTok: @2smalladventurers PayPal Donate: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted... 0:00 Unpacking the Van Diesel Heater 3:56 Dropping the Diesel Fuel Tank 8:42 Installing the Fuel Pump and Filter 15:02 Measuring and Drilling the Floor 22:12 Mounting the Heater Unit 29:28 Routing Air Intake and Exhaust 34:07 Priming the Fuel and First Test Run ►Affiliate links, no cost to you. ------------------ ►Products that we Use. ----------------------- Victron Multiplus-II 12/3000/120-32: https://amzn.to/4a14pgc Victron SmartShunt 500A/50mV: https://amzn.to/4bF8jg5 Victron Cerbo GX MK2: https://amzn.to/45ebO9w Victron Cerbo GX Touch 50: https://amzn.to/49DgeI9 Victron UTP kabel RJ45 blauw, 1.8 meter: https://amzn.to/3LN6KlP Victron VE.Direct Kabel 1.8m: https://amzn.to/3YHuIBV Victron Orion XS 12/12-50A DC-DC battery charger: https://amzn.to/3NjkghD Victron SmartSolar MPPT 100/20 : https://amzn.to/49CI07K Victron Smart Battery Protect 12/24V-100A: https://amzn.to/4qX2lLX Lithium LiFePO4 accu 12.8V 320Ah at Faraday Solar Panels: https://faradayenergy.nl/products/sol... Accu Cable 70mm² rood: https://amzn.to/3ZiQZWR Accu Cable 70mm² zwart: https://amzn.to/49HKoKe Busbar met afdekkap 4-voudig M8: https://amzn.to/4jJkevk MEGA fuseholder: https://amzn.to/49ZsHHA MEGA fuse 300A: https://amzn.to/4pLn44r DC Hoofd Accuschakelaar 300A Opbouw Enkel Polig: https://amzn.to/4pE9foh Kabelschoen 70 mm2 M10 DIN40500 (DYNAMIC) : https://amzn.to/3M223oq Kabelschoen 70 mm2 M8 DIN40500 (DYNAMIC): https://amzn.to/4athKOE Prime FIX 110 spray glue: https://amzn.to/4aR1jeh Blind Nuts M6: https://amzn.to/4bbWcVZ Blind Nut Tool: https://amzn.to/4rgTLY7 Hammerite: https://amzn.to/3OZ6lxV PolyMax Glue:https://amzn.to/4rg917H MaxxFan: https://amzn.to/4rEchKx Dometic Mini Heki: Sika Primer: Dekaseal 1512: https://amzn.to/4biZQ0l Isopropenol: https://amzn.to/3Pv10if Insulation Arma Flex AF 25mm: https://amzn.to/4s6W3tx M5 Stainless Steel Screw 25mm: https://amzn.to/40Xf9Hp LamellChips: https://amzn.to/3PFheFo Hinge Drilling Tool: https://amzn.to/4wqPyF9 Glue Clamps: https://amzn.to/4dyJFOW 90 degrees Angle Clamps: https://amzn.to/4viCQak Aluminum corner powder-coated black:https://amzn.to/4fdA01p Spiral milling cutter with 4 cutting edges: https://amzn.to/4u5pugy Water System Ball Valve: https://amzn.to/4gbhsiI Drain Tap: https://amzn.to/4gbhsiI and https://amzn.to/4e0tqdB Plug: https://amzn.to/4vICslC Flax: https://amzn.to/3RXziMk SlimPro Roof Rack: https://www.frontrunneroutfitters.com... Our All Powers Mobile Solar System: ALLPOWERS P300 Power Station + SE100 Solar Panel: 10% Discount Code: 2SA10 https://iallpowers.eu/?ref=2smalladve... ►DISCLAIMER: This description contains affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links, we'll receive a very small commission if you purchase something with no extra cost to you.