Published On Dec 2, 2023
Here is a look at the DIY electrical work I did to wire up some functionality in my Topo Toppers Mesa camper, including lights, USB charging ports, 12v outlet, hard-wired air compressor, and power management for my fridge and power stations.
This is NOT a How-To video. Just showing you what I did. Wiring 12-volt accessories like this is not difficult and there are ample resources available to learn what you need to know before diving into your own project.
Other videos in the camper build series:
Part 1 - Goals & Ideas • Camper Interior Build Series: Part 1 ...
Part 2 - Dust sealing • Camper Interior Build Series: Part 2-...
Part 3 - Couch • Camper Interior Build Series: Part 3:...
Part 4 - Insulation • Camper Interior Build Series: Part 4 ...
Part 5 - Wall covering fail • Camper Interior Build Series: Part 5 ...
Part 6 - Cabinetry • Camper Interior Build Series: Part 6 ...
Part 7 - Cargo door kitchen: • Camper Interior Build Series: Part 7 ...
Or watch the entire series in the dedicated playlist:
• Topo Toppers camper build series
Topo Toppers Mesa wedge camper:
https://www.topotoppers.com/
Some of the components I used for the electrical work:
12V plug connection from Jackery 1500 to distribution block:
https://amzn.to/3T2H2Lr
Power distribution terminal block:
https://amzn.to/3sPXnbL
White LED lights with integrated switch:
https://amzn.to/47XG9bb
Self-adhesive red LED light strips:
https://amzn.to/3T6aT5q
Small round toggle switches for red LED lights:
https://amzn.to/3GqlzVe
USB charging port with spring-loaded cover:
(I would suggest finding something else though)
https://amzn.to/48hby8P
12V cigarette-lighter style outlet panel with switch & USB:
https://amzn.to/3T942s2
Metal on-off toggle switches:
https://amzn.to/3T2GvZX
Indicator LEDs on switch panel:
https://amzn.to/3T6rUN9
3-position toggle switch for fridge power:
https://amzn.to/413CJ4h
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Intro: (0:00)
Lights & Power Outlets in the Camper: (0:48)
Hard-wired Viair Air Compressor: (8:31)
Power management for fridge & power stations: (9:28)
Fuse-protected systems: (12:00)
Wiring from engine compartment to cab to bed in 2nd-gen Frontier: (12:38)
Conclusion: (14:18)