Lieutenant Van a VWLT build

[pjn_wyo]

Any updates?

[Zeitgeist 13]

Ha! I didn't know that was you.

I guess it shouldn't surprise that VAG made a one-off transmission design, since they did the same with engines like the WBX.
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'89 Bluestar ALH
'01 Weekender --> full camper
NEAT, no ICE.

[Outback Kampers]

[Zeitgeist 13]

I'm not sure other than see if there are any telltale VW logos
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Casey--

'89 Bluestar ALH
'01 Weekender --> full camper
NEAT, no ICE.

[alohah3]

Zeit, how do we tell easily? External? Have a 45
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1988 DOKA Transporter
1989 Twin Slider Syncro
1984 Green Machine 4x4

[Zeitgeist 13]

Have you ever looked closely at the transmission in your LT? I'm curious if it's actually a VAG product, or if they borrowed one from another company. At the time they were built, I don't think VW offered any other front engine rear drive rigs. Seems like Volvo would be a possible source.
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Casey--

'89 Bluestar ALH
'01 Weekender --> full camper
NEAT, no ICE.

[rmcd]

[Zeitgeist 13]

The comment section is off to a rollicking good start:

[rmcd]

Non 4wd on BAT.

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1989-volkswagen-lt45/

I’ve been doing a zillion camper layout plans. The layout of the BAT is very close to my final “Murphy bed” layout design.

And I really appreciate the color scheme.

Bidding jumped from 20k to 50k. Getting exciting.
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VW LT40 build. Like a Vanagon but 30% larger in every direction and 40% slower even in metric.
https://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=749359&highlight=

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[rmcd]

[rmcd]

It feels like I could drive the Syncro into the back! Of course not.

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VW LT40 build. Like a Vanagon but 30% larger in every direction and 40% slower even in metric.
https://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=749359&highlight=

[DuncanS]

Here are the dimensions. Kind of the size of a 144 wheelbase sprinter but 72” wide.

And for comparison:

I found it interesting that the length over all and the wheel base are almost the same. WB ~2" longer and LOA 2" as well. Worth noting that the height from the interior floor to the rain gutter is an inch less and the floor is almost 8" more. This would be a stopper for me as loading stuff and me into the slider is one of the things I love about the T3 and also one of the reasons I rejected the T4 as an option.

Wonder how they handle as it's quite a bit wider.

Duncan

[rmcd]

[pnwkayaker]

Looks great, thanks for sharing! Couple of questions:

1. Is that a 3D-printed case or an aftermarket case? Do you have a link to it?

2. I assume you have some attachment to protect the BMS, or is it supposed to be open outside like in the second picture?

3. And lastly, where/how did you obtain the 280Ah cells? I'm still debating if I should go the DIY route or not.

[tjet]

If I was gonna do all that, I would add an external receptacle to have the ability to add an additional portable panel or two.

https://gpelectric.com/products/200-watt-portable-solar-kit/

[jimf909]

To the adjacent terminal?

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- Jim

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That doesn’t make any sense at all. Where are those open terminals connected?
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[rmcd]

I plan to run a 24v house system to support 24v AC, 3/4 size refer, hydronic heat, fans and cook top. advantages to running 24v. Lots of good info here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vi7eswWwosk&t=135s

https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/4000-watt-24v-solar-system.html

I’m thinking three roof top solar panels will fit and I have an idea how to add another two tilting panels for another 800w. I’m also looking into a
24v aux alternator and management via Victron’s platform.

So starting out. I purchase 8 Eve 280aH LiFePO4 batteries, an OverkillBMS and a modular battery box. I’ve been building these cells into a 24v battery.

Here is the basic setup from Will Prowes and OverkillBMS website.

First final format of my long box. This is about 6.7kw.

I’m still going to do some work with the BMS storage and mounting.

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Here is a square configuration I was thinking about.

I think I’m going long and skinny with the option to store two of these stacked.

Top balancing the cells.

OverkillBMS. Settings and iPhone interface. ATM they don’t integrate into the VictronConnect platform but there is a project in the works to do this.

Settings.

iPhone monitoring Bluetooth app.

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VW LT40 build. Like a Vanagon but 30% larger in every direction and 40% slower even in metric.
https://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=749359&highlight=

[rmcd]