Thanks Boots in action
Pics would be great I'm ok running cable just question where to pick up the feed from so good to see your ideas in action
@coys 53 , here are the photos of my set up in enabling extra 12 volt outlets to be available in my Penguin. Whilst the photos will show you what can be done, the connections to the take off point/s (photo 4) may be different. My van is fitted with a Setec power distribution system ST- Series III which can supply up to 20 amps continuously (total from Power unit and battery). If you have the same, it is straight forward. If you have the more sophisticated Drifter panel, it will be slightly different, but still from the fuse distribution point. The first picture is of the double 12 volt outlet on the exterior of van. A very small cutout is made between both original light and new 12 volt outlet to enable a small wire to connect both from the same 12 volt source. A 10A fuse at the distribution point protects this circuit. Lighting, phone, and Ipad charging can be done from here and the 12 volt television too. Current for my 19" television is only approx 3A so no worries on overloading this circuit. The second photo shows an extra fitting at the other end of van for volt meter/s, 12 volt socket and 4 X USB outlets. This line is also connected to the interior lights and bedside LED strip. Power for the television can also be connected here if required. 10A fuse protected. The third picture shows the fuse connection points for all circuits. You can probably see the different fuse colours for different circuits. The values are also set out for each circuit on the paper below. The fuses range from 3A for fridge fans, 5A for water pump and the rest are 10A, although the TOTAL outlet power is limited by a 20A fuse (far right).
The last and most important picture is an overhead shot of the Setec distribution lines. Be careful here!! Make sure NO 240V power is connected and that the 12 volt battery is switched OFF or better still, disconnected. You will note that there is a series of connectors (1 to 8) for both POS and NEG with the SAME number. The circuit between the two same numbers if connected to a load is the CIRCUIT number in the fuse box. Some of these male spade connectors may already have circuits connected on them, so try to use any spare ones. If insufficient, you can always "piggy back" another connection onto that circuit if only carrying a light load. Use insulated female spade connectors on all these connections. If you have a Drifter panel or something different, let me know and I am sure I (or others on this forum) will provide all the info you need. Good luck with the wiring and connections.