Description
In this video, we show you how to wire the REDARC BCDC Alpha100 R using the EXPLORIST.life wiring kit designed to make your installation clean, simple, and frustration-free. You'll learn how to properly connect the charger to your battery system, choose the right wire sizes and fuses, and install all necessary hardware — including parallel splice connectors and lugs — following REDARC's best practices. Whether you're doing a DIY van build or upgrading your rig's power system, this guide covers every detail to get your DC-to-DC charging setup running smoothly.
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00:00 Introduction
00:41 Parts Included in EXPLORIST.life Wiring Kit
03:32 Making Connection Wires
04:45 Crimping All Wires
06:45 Parallel Splice (4awg to 2awg)
09:06 Connect to Lynx Distributor
11:00 BCDC Alpha 100 R Wire Connections
12:21 What goes to Engine Starting Battery
13:11 REDARC-supplied Data Cables
14:00 Last Steps - Mounting and Wire Management)
14:44 Final Thoughts