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Yesterday, 08:27 PMSolarPoweredRV replied to a thread Charging Lithium Batteries From Your Tow Vehicle in Electrical System and WiringThat looks right to me, however, I would check it with a volt meter at the battery terminals on the coach. Note: the following steps might be best...33 replies | 1531 view(s)
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Yesterday, 08:15 PMSolarPoweredRV replied to a thread Charging Lithium Batteries From Your Tow Vehicle in Electrical System and WiringThis is how I operated for the first few years (I disconnected the 7-pin wire at the top of the pinbox on the camper).33 replies | 1531 view(s)
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Yesterday, 03:03 PMSolarPoweredRV replied to a thread Charging Lithium Batteries From Your Tow Vehicle in Electrical System and WiringThere have been several questions about just using the 7 pin connector to charge your Lithium battery bank, along with a few questions about damaging...33 replies | 1531 view(s)
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Yesterday, 08:07 AMSolarPoweredRV replied to a thread Charging Lithium Batteries From Your Tow Vehicle in Electrical System and WiringI agree, initially, I relied on my Solar panels as my main charging source and disconnected the 7 pin wire. Additionally, with the size of my...33 replies | 1531 view(s)
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04-24-2024, 12:57 PMI agree, you do not want to run those generators ANYWHERE NEAR YOUR CAMPER, ESPECIALLY, UNDER YOUR BEDROOM !!!! That Generator space was designed...3 replies | 193 view(s)
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04-23-2024, 05:56 PMI might not have made myself clear.....I am just wanting to transport it on my camper empty. I know just don't want to store it on the ladder.8 replies | 382 view(s)
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04-23-2024, 03:54 PMThe way Grand Design wires up their units leaves several devices "Always On", even if the "Battery Disconnect" is disconnected. Things like the Slide...7 replies | 287 view(s)
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04-23-2024, 02:09 PMGoing to buy a Barker 42gal Sewer Tote. It is big and don't want to hang it from the ladder. Has anyone hung a tote "under" their 5'r? I know...8 replies | 382 view(s)
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04-22-2024, 07:16 AMI would strongly recommend you consider the Reese GooseBox. We have one and we really love how it rides. We also like that we have access to the full...15 replies | 672 view(s)
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04-22-2024, 07:08 AMI am thinking that the OEM shocks are not performing as well as the Bilsteen shocks you are used to. In addition, I think the air bags were helping...19 replies | 815 view(s)
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04-22-2024, 06:50 AMWhile our coach is a different model than yours, we simply measured the TV diagonally, and replaced it with a Samsung TV of the same size (no space...7 replies | 259 view(s)
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04-18-2024, 08:00 PMSolarPoweredRV replied to a thread Charging Lithium Batteries From Your Tow Vehicle in Electrical System and WiringYes, you could also simply add an in-line switch. However, I prefer an automated solution. It is hard enough for me to remember to turn on the DC-DC...33 replies | 1531 view(s)
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04-18-2024, 04:59 AMSolarPoweredRV replied to a thread Planning Stage Switching to Lithium Battery in Electrical System and WiringIn regard to your charging of your Lithium batteries from the Tow Vehicle, I started a new thread addressing that topic. Here is the title:...7 replies | 886 view(s)
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04-18-2024, 04:40 AMSolarPoweredRV started a thread Charging Lithium Batteries From Your Tow Vehicle in Electrical System and WiringIn another thread, the following question was raised by Butcher : Since charging Lithium batteries from your Tow Vehicle is not as straight...33 replies | 1531 view(s)
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04-16-2024, 10:17 AMSolarPoweredRV replied to a thread I will have somewhat complicated questions... in Electrical System and WiringCongratulations on your new camper. I understand your enthusiasm to make improvements. However, I would recommend great caution whenever you...12 replies | 1408 view(s)
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04-15-2024, 12:05 PMSolarPoweredRV replied to a thread Planning Stage Switching to Lithium Battery in Electrical System and WiringGood Luck !!7 replies | 886 view(s)
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04-09-2024, 04:22 AMSolarPoweredRV replied to a thread Affordable Solar -- How To Design and Install an Affordable Solar System in Solar Systems and GeneratorsThe answers all revolve around the voltage of your Solar panels... You didn't say, but I assume you will be installing a 12 volt battery bank...20 replies | 10475 view(s)
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04-05-2024, 07:43 AMMy apologies Sir.3 replies | 290 view(s)
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04-05-2024, 07:21 AMGetting ready to remove Goodyears on my 2022 303rls and put on new skins. The tires I'm looking at are the Freedom Haulers....first, the old...3 replies | 290 view(s)
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03-30-2024, 06:14 PMSolarPoweredRV replied to a thread How do I fix a broken Furrion solar connector? in Solar Systems and GeneratorsI would switch out those connectors for MC4 connectors. If you can't get to it before your trip you could cover it with some EternaBond tape or...5 replies | 405 view(s)
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03-29-2024, 06:29 PMSolarPoweredRV replied to a thread Does anyone know how to take this light apart? in Electrical System and WiringThe lens twists off. The light itself is screwed to the ceiling (or wall) with small Phillips head screws. PS: your picture did not post.2 replies | 333 view(s)
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03-28-2024, 04:16 PMSolarPoweredRV replied to a thread Industry Looking for Lithium Battery Replacement in Electrical System and WiringThe older I get, the more information that gets automatically erased.18 replies | 1144 view(s)
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03-28-2024, 04:06 PMSolarPoweredRV replied to a thread Industry Looking for Lithium Battery Replacement in Electrical System and WiringFirst, the batteries used in RVs are Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePo4) batteries and not Lithium Ion batteries. LiFePo4 batteries (a.k.a.: LFP...18 replies | 1144 view(s)
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03-28-2024, 03:38 PMSolarPoweredRV replied to a thread Industry Looking for Lithium Battery Replacement in Electrical System and WiringActually, cars do use Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePo4 ) batteries. As a matter of fact, Tesla has stated that ~ 50% of their cars are powered with...18 replies | 1144 view(s)
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03-27-2024, 11:36 PMSolarPoweredRV replied to a thread Which plugs work off batteries only? in Electrical System and Wiring3k doesn't sound too bad for the labor to install Solar panels and the MultiPlus-II. Just be certain they are qualified to do the work.14 replies | 1974 view(s)
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03-27-2024, 11:29 PMSolarPoweredRV replied to a thread Moving Lithium battery under Dinette in MLE22 in Electrical System and WiringIf you install a complete cut-off switch, you couldn't forget to turn it on before a trip because, your front jack would not operate, and you will...17 replies | 1578 view(s)
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03-27-2024, 03:07 PMSolarPoweredRV replied to a thread Moving Lithium battery under Dinette in MLE22 in Electrical System and WiringI agree with adding a "True" Cut-Off switch, in-line, on the positive battery cable. I prefer to use the Blue-Sea battery switches however... ...17 replies | 1578 view(s)
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03-23-2024, 01:54 AMSolarPoweredRV replied to a thread Which plugs work off batteries only? in Electrical System and WiringBased on your stated needs, you could accomplish everything with a larger battery bank and your existing Inverter. Installing three 100 amp hour...14 replies | 1974 view(s)
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03-20-2024, 03:41 PMSolarPoweredRV replied to a thread Just for fun - how did you choose your handle/user name in Off TopicWhen I joined, I had recently installed my Tesla Battery Bank and Solar system. I wanted a name that was catchy and memorable. I originally...171 replies | 48014 view(s)
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03-16-2024, 04:08 PMI am not sure why you would need to remove the temperature sensor from the heating element. I would be worried about the heater burning itself out...26 replies | 5381 view(s)
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David and Peggy
2019 Ford F350 Lariat, 6.7L Diesel, Dually, Long Bed
Running with 20k Reese Goosebox (Love It) and Ford Factory "Puck" system.
Stopping with 8,000 lb Disc Brakes and Titan Hydraulic over Electric Brakes system.
Powering all this fun with 1200 Watts of Solar, two Tesla, Model S, battery modules, 24 volt Victron Inverter.
2018 Solitude 310 GK
2019 Ford F350 Lariat, 6.7L Diesel, Dually, Long Bed
Running with 20k Reese Goosebox (Love It) and Ford Factory "Puck" system.
Stopping with 8,000 lb Disc Brakes and Titan Hydraulic over Electric Brakes system.
Powering all this fun with 1200 Watts of Solar, two Tesla, Model S, battery modules, 24 volt Victron Inverter.
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