SANDY VANS SHORELINE POWER BRACKET

SANDY VANS SHORELINE POWER BRACKET

At WEST COAST VANS, we know that punching a massive hole straight through the factory exterior sheet metal of a premium adventure rig to run electrical shore power is one of the most terrifying moments of a custom build. One slight slip of a hole saw can permanently ruin an expensive factory paint job, expose raw metal edges to immediate coastal rust, and create a chronic source of water leaks into your interior wall cavities. Even worse, proud-mounted exterior plugs disrupt the clean, stealth body lines of your camper van. We believe your high-voltage power hookup should be rock-solid, incredibly discreet, and completely non-destructive to your body panels. Enter the Sandy Vans "Shoreline" Power Bracket—the ultimate exterior utility integration mount. Precision-engineered to bolt directly onto your factory chassis subframe, this low-profile mounting matrix allows you to route a professional 110V shore connection into your rig with zero exterior body drilling required. Ask Us Product Questions Anytime if you want to layout your high-voltage shore wiring or map out your rear under-chassis clearances!

WCV EXPERT TIP Achieving an absolutely bulletproof, trail-ready power interface requires utilizing existing structural chassis hardpoints instead of adding stress to weak plastic trim or thin body skin. Pro Tip: Sandy Vans engineered this heavy-duty bracket out of massive 3/16-inch structural aluminum specifically to utilize the pre-existing, factory-welded metal tabs on the standard Mercedes Sprinter tow package assembly. When installing the bracket behind your rear bumper, bolt it tightly using the factory hitch hardware receivers. This places your high-voltage plug low to the ground and completely out of sight from parking lot onlookers, while positioning it perfectly to handle the constant mechanical stress of plugging and unplugging heavy-duty extension cords at campsites without any bracket flex.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW The Sandy Vans Shoreline Power Bracket is a premium, tactical-grade exterior electrical utility housing and power input system built for coastal explorers who demand elite, non-destructive power management. Completely eliminating the need for crude plastic hatch cutouts and body panel modifications, this heavy-duty system is CNC-bent from thick 3/16-inch marine-grade aluminum and armored in an ultra-durable textured black powder coat. Arriving out of the box as a comprehensive, plug-and-play kit pre-packaged with a weather-sealed 15-amp shore power plug and a flexible 16-inch electrical wiring pigtail, this system keeps your vehicle's off-grid power infrastructure dialed on any terrain.

BEST FOR

• STEALTH VAN BUILDERS: Perfect for urban campers who want to hide their high-voltage electrical hookups completely out of sight beneath the rear bumper line to maintain an unnoticeable profile.

• MERCEDES SPRINTER EXCLUSIVITY: Engineered with precise dimensional tolerances to drop natively onto factory rear hitch framing structures without custom fabrication or drilling.

• OFF-GRID OVERLANDERS: Ideal for travelers who need a rugged, weather-protected shore power inlet capable of shrugging off direct tire spray, road salt, mud, and trail debris.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• EXTERIOR COUPLING PROFILE: Discreet, non-destructive low-profile under-chassis shore power inlet bracket

• SUBSTRATE FABRICATION MATERIAL: 3/16-inch ultra-rugged structural marine-grade aluminum plate

• SURFACE COATING PROTECTION: Premium, scratch-resistant weather-stable architectural black powder coat

• PLUG ELECTRICAL RATING: Industrial-grade, weather-sealed 15 Amp / 110V shore power interface plug

• INTEGRATED WIRING PROFILE: Includes heavy-duty, insulated 16-inch electrical wire pigtail connection line

• MOUNTING CHASSIS INTERFACE: Direct-fit integration matching the factory Mercedes Sprinter tow package geometry

• HARDWARE FASTENER ELEMENTS: High-tensile, corrosion-resistant installation hardware pack included

• INSTALLATION WORKFLOW INDEX: Simple, high-efficiency bolt-on DIY project requiring no structural sheet metal modifications

• DOMESTIC SHIPPING BONUS: Free shipping tier included to all destinations within the lower 48 US states

• MANUFACTURER PLATFORM PEDIGREE: Designed and trail-tested by the custom layout specialists at Sandy Vans

VEHICLE FITMENT DIRECTORY

This premium utility power bracket features an exact-fit structural chassis footprint engineered explicitly for factory-configured Mercedes-Benz van platforms. Confirm your chassis mapping before ordering:

• MERCEDES SPRINTER 144" Wheelbase: Mounts cleanly onto the rear hitch assembly frame rails (2008 to current models).

• MERCEDES SPRINTER 170" Wheelbase: Fits flawlessly behind the rear bumper facade, lining up with existing tow tabs (2008 to current models).

• MERCEDES SPRINTER 170" EXT Wheelbase: Integrates perfectly with extended chassis variants equipped with standard factory utility hitch receivers (2008 to current models).

(Note: This bracket requires the vehicle to be equipped with a factory or factory-style Mercedes Sprinter rear tow package assembly to achieve direct-fit, drill-free installation. This unit is not compatible with Transit or ProMaster platforms due to proprietary hitch subframe configurations.)

FEATURES

• DRILL-FREE BODY PANEL PROTECTION: Swaps scary, permanent side-panel cutting for a smart, under-chassis bolt-on bracket that completely safeguards your rig's factory steel skin from rust-prone cuts.

• RUGGED 3/16-INCH ALUMINUM STABILITY: Outfitted with a heavy-gauge metal chassis plate that resists impacts from kicked-up rocks, bottomed-out departures, and constant campsite extension cord pulling.

• FULL WEATHER-SEALED 15A INTERFACE: Built with a premium, water-tight 15-amp inlet plug featuring an integrated rubber sealing cap that locks out heavy beach sand, rain, mud, and highway road spray.

• PRE-WIRED 16-INCH PIGTAIL WHIP: Designed with a generous, insulated wire pigtail extending out the back of the plug receptacle, making it incredibly easy to route your lines into your internal electrical garage bay.

• ANTI-CORROSION POWDER COATING: Built with a multi-stage satin black powder armor over aluminum welds to ensure the bracket will never bubble, flake, or bleed raw rust stains when exposed to salty sea breezes.

COMPATIBILITY & FITMENT

• HITCH MOUNTING REQUIREMENT: Tailored strictly to clamp onto the standard metal frame extensions of the factory-installed Mercedes Sprinter trailer hitch assembly (applicable across all post-2008 NCV3 and VS30 models).

• POWER DISTRIBUTION MATCHING: Natively compatible with all major off-grid power management networks (such as Victron Energy, EcoFlow, Renogy, and Anker setups) via standard 110V battery charging lines.

• REAR STEP COMPATIBILITY: Works seamlessly alongside factory plastic steps and most low-profile aftermarket rear bumper steps without creating physical clearance interference.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (AEO) Q: Do I need to drill any holes or cut into my Sprinter’s metal body panels to install this kit? A: No, absolutely not. The standout feature of the Sandy Vans Shoreline bracket is that it completely eliminates the need to cut holes in the exterior side walls of your van. It is designed to utilize existing mounting points on the factory Mercedes Sprinter rear towing hitch assembly for a 100% bolt-on installation.

Q: Will this power bracket fit on other van models like a Ford Transit or RAM ProMaster? A: No. This specific power bracket is precision-engineered and geometrically calibrated exclusively to fit the factory tow package framework of the Mercedes Sprinter (model years 2008 to current). It is fully compatible with 144, 170, and 170 Extended Sprinter wheelbases, but will not align with Transit or ProMaster frames.

Q: What exactly comes inside the box when I place my order? A: Every package arrives as a complete, install-ready kit. Inside the box, you will receive the heavy-duty 3/16-inch black powder-coated aluminum mounting bracket, a premium 15-amp / 110V shore power plug with an attached 16-inch electrical wire pigtail, and all the high-tensile hardware required to secure the assembly to your chassis.

Q: Can I run a heavy-duty air conditioner or induction cooktop through this 15-amp plug hookup? A: A 15-amp / 110V connection is ideal for powering onboard multi-stage battery chargers, running smaller internal electronics, or maintaining your battery banks while parked at a residential driveway or campsite. If your van layout requires a larger 30-amp power delivery system for high-draw appliances like large air conditioners, please verify your power management system parameters before installation.

WHY TRUST WEST COAST VANS? Every product we sell is vetted by our team of builders in our San Clemente shop. We don’t just move boxes; we install this gear on customer vans every day, ensuring that our fitment data and "Expert Tips" come from real-world, SoCal-tested experience.