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Today, 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.14 replies | 353 view(s)
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Today, 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...14 replies | 353 view(s)
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Today, 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...14 replies | 353 view(s)
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Yesterday, 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 | 1128 view(s)
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Yesterday, 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 | 867 view(s)
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Yesterday, 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 | 867 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 | 1128 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...169 replies | 46543 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 | 5107 view(s)
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03-15-2024, 12:05 PMSolarPoweredRV replied to a thread Affordable Solar -- How To Design and Install an Affordable Solar System in Solar Systems and GeneratorsThere are a couple of ways to address this issue: First, you could perform some Snow Load calculations based on the actual footprint (approx. 2...12 replies | 9020 view(s)
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03-15-2024, 03:55 AMFirst, I don't understand why an RV oven or stovetop would use 120v for ignition. Our stove has a AA battery that powers our stovetop igniter and the...21 replies | 1959 view(s)
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03-15-2024, 03:17 AMIt might have been heavy, but damn, that would have been a nice battery bank!!!!21 replies | 1959 view(s)
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03-15-2024, 02:52 AMHere is a thread that thoroughly discusses Solar and Batteries: MyGrandrv.com Affordable Solar How To Design and Install an Affordable Solar System18 replies | 1885 view(s)
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03-15-2024, 02:18 AMSolarPoweredRV replied to a thread Affordable Solar -- How To Design and Install an Affordable Solar System in Solar Systems and GeneratorsBecause operating an Air Conditioner while Boondocking is so important to many of us who have installed (or are going to install) Solar and battery...12 replies | 9020 view(s)
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03-15-2024, 01:57 AMSolarPoweredRV replied to a thread New Inverter Air Conditioner. in Heating and Air Conditioning systems.Finally, Finally, somebody comes out with an energy efficient Air Conditioner for RVs!!! > 40% more efficient. > Variable Speed motor(s). > Does...15 replies | 1765 view(s)
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03-15-2024, 01:29 AMSolarPoweredRV replied to a thread New Inverter Air Conditioner. in Heating and Air Conditioning systems.They also mentioned that they were working on a "Ducted" unit as well as an 8k BTU unit for the bedroom. The 8k unit would be perfect for...15 replies | 1765 view(s)
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03-15-2024, 01:17 AMSolarPoweredRV replied to a thread New Inverter Air Conditioner. in Heating and Air Conditioning systems.Lippert doesn't even know the cost yet. I hope it is not too, too, expensive. However, Furrion has never been known as a "Budget Friendly"...15 replies | 1765 view(s)
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03-09-2024, 12:59 PMThat is interesting, having graduated High School in the mid 70's, I always wanted an Automatic Transmission, I knew how to drive a manual and had a...234 replies | 22826 view(s)
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03-09-2024, 08:01 AMLike all good conversations, it took a detour.234 replies | 22826 view(s)
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03-05-2024, 10:06 PMWell, you are in luck, EVs are cheap to operate and they are even cheaper to maintain. Many high mileage EV Owners report that the only maintenance...234 replies | 22826 view(s)
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03-04-2024, 03:18 PMMy 310 GK came "Solar Ready". In reality, "Solar Ready" meant a proprietary Furrion connector mounted to the front wall of the storage compartment...5 replies | 781 view(s)
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03-03-2024, 09:08 AMI have Rob, but am very leary about security (as in, staying on) while traveling.....makes me nervous just how stable the kayak would be up there in...11 replies | 1632 view(s)
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03-03-2024, 06:04 AMI went from a 12' Kayak (that I couldn't carry) to now a 10.5" that I can carry. I am a builder/fabricator/tinkerer and don't want to pay $500 for a...11 replies | 1632 view(s)
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03-02-2024, 01:12 PMSolarPoweredRV replied to a thread Lithium Battery Operating Slide-Outs Question in Electrical System and WiringThat is exactly what was in the Owner's manual. Anecdotally, GD installed 50 amp, self resetting, breakers for the hydraulic systems. There were...26 replies | 2164 view(s)
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03-02-2024, 10:58 AMSolarPoweredRV replied to a thread Lithium Battery Operating Slide-Outs Question in Electrical System and WiringIn my Grand Design Owner's manual, they stated that the Schwintek and hydraulic slides had a 95 amp draw. Consequently, you would want to ensure that...26 replies | 2164 view(s)
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02-29-2024, 10:21 PMSolarPoweredRV replied to a thread Lithium Battery Operating Slide-Outs Question in Electrical System and WiringI agree with what everyone has said so far, you do want to ensure that your BMS is rated to deliver 100 amps (most are). Additionally, based on your...26 replies | 2164 view(s)
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02-28-2024, 11:12 PMSolarPoweredRV replied to a thread Moving Lithium battery under Dinette in MLE22 in Electrical System and WiringIf you have a negative terminal next to the positive terminal behind the panel, I would attach there. Otherwise, I would recommend you attach to the...17 replies | 867 view(s)
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02-28-2024, 10:29 AMSolarPoweredRV replied to a thread Moving Lithium battery under Dinette in MLE22 in Electrical System and WiringYes, you should shorten the wiring. The wires on the tongue run back to a connection point closer to the Converter. You should run the wires from...17 replies | 867 view(s)
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02-27-2024, 11:39 AMFor those who wish to peek into the Rabbit Hole... Here is a Link to a thread on "Affordable Solar": ...8 replies | 900 view(s)
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02-26-2024, 07:40 AMI strongly upgrading to Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePo4) batteries. The Lithium batteries have so many advantages over Lead Acid and now they come at...8 replies | 900 view(s)
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