lithium batteries

  1. BK

    2001 Sportsmobile EB 250

    2001 Sportsmobile Class B Camper Van We’re giving up our well loved camper van because we are changing how we travel. It has served us well. Now, let it serve you well! $22,000 (including all of the optional items listed below) Ford E250, Extended Body 203,400 miles Passed Missouri State...
  2. PE

    Magnum inverter question

    I'm hoping a Forest River Rep will see this question and help out. Unfortunately, when I tried to reach Magnum (Sensata) directly, I got this response: "Dear sender, Thank you for your interest in our products. We would like to inform you that the Magnum and Dimensions product lines have been...
  3. MP

    Lithium Battery Upgrade (Storage Bay)

    I have a TMC Fourwinds Super C 33SW (2015). IT has batteries stored under the House Steps.I would like to upgrade my two 100AH Lead Acid Batteries to Two 300AH Lithiums. The storage space will not support this configuration. Has anyone else upgraded like this? DO you have a recomendation of...
  4. CO

    DIY lipo4 upgrade

    Hello All - I have a 2022 21BHE travel trailer. It currently has two 6V lead acid golf cart batteries located the tongue. I would like to remove those batteries and install a 280 AH lipo4 battery from litime. I would like to relocate that lipo4 battery off the tongue and inside the coach (I dry...
  5. GV

    Merlin Travel Pro 30 - User Setting for Lithium Batteries

    I recently converted the 2 coach batteries to Lithium. Thanks to members of this forum, the conversion went very well. However, I still have not converted the Solar to Lithium. The Merlin Travel Pro 30 has settings for Sealed, LA, and AGM. It also has a "user" setting that can be...
  6. DP

    Lithium compatible with coach wiring

    Hi, am new here to this forum and have went through most if not all the threads on Lithium installs but still have a concern regarding the existing wiring. My 06 Seneca 35GS has a 145amp alternator with location of the house batteries just about as far as one could get from the alternator, about...
  7. AC

    Lithium batteries not in use for few months

    Should we leave trailer plugged in if not using for 3 or 4 months? Fifth wheel has solar. Do we turn off battery disconnect switch? We have 2x100 amp lithium batteries in unit. We were planning heading south for winter but now delayed until January. Trailer is winterized but not sure what...
  8. MI

    2024 Mini Lite 2109S-lead acid vs lithium batteries

    We are buying a preowned 2024 Mini Lite 2109S and it is fitted with 12V lead acid batteries. Background: trailer has 200-watt solar panels, a solar controller, and an 1800W inverter from the factory. We are seeking advice on the pros and cons of replacing the lead acid batteries with a lithium...
  9. JU

    Lithium “drop-in” conversion

    If I drop in a 12v LiFeP04 group 24 battery(s) to replace the lead acid batteries, do I need to replace my charger controller?
  10. GO

    Is there a shortage of 400 ah lithium batteries?

    August 25th we signed purchase paperwork on a new C2C20XGTA 2023 Coachmen Cross Trail missing its 400 an Lithium battery. Salesman explained the audible beeping was the battery warning indicator and the battery would arrive in a few days. Today is September 12 and still no battery. Is there a...
  11. CR

    Upgrade of Imagine AIM Solar Power System

    In April of 2024 I purchased a new 2023 Imagine AIM 18BH after having a used Jayco hybrid previously. The new GD came with a Norcold N2175 DC fridge (7.0A std mode, 5.0A nite), a Valterra 200 Watt solar panel, a GO Power 30A solar charge controller (GP-PWM-30-SQ) which per Dometic is able to...
  12. medora

    Solar/lithium power dilemma: not enough bang for our bucks!

    Hi all, I’m hoping you wise folks can advise me on a vexing solar/power related question. I have a 2012 17B which we modified last year because we could no longer deal with our teeny bed. Essentially, we took out the fridge and extended the bed using a lagun table. It works GREAT and we’re...
  13. Chuck754

    Charging Lithium Batteries

    My 2023 MiniLite with WFCO converter has changed over to the lithium mode to support two 100 amp hour batteries but the charge amps are about 12-16 amps (likely wire size restricted) which takes a while on shore power to recharge my batteries-but does eventually charge to 100%. I also have a dc...
  14. NO

    2022 Tellaro 20L 920 AH LifePo4 Charging Issues

    First post here, I hope this isn't redundant. Did a search but couldn't find anything similar so I'm hoping someone has experienced this issue or similar. Here is my primary issue: Coach batteries will not charge from the dedicated alternator while the vehicle is running. Battery charges fine...
  15. MI

    Surveyor 240BHLE change to lithium batteries

    I just bought a Surveyor 240BHLE with 400w solar and the WFCO WF 8955 AD controller. I was looking to add lithium batteries to get about 400ah and a 2-3000 watt inverter. Does anyone have any recommendations on setups? Is there a company that sells the equipment and will assist in the...
  16. Chuck754

    Converting to Lithium batteries

    I just spent quite a bit of time researching and upgrading my Rockwood 2204S to lithium power. I have attached below a "how to" video of my install plus a few new creature comforts added to my TT, because of the excess power. With the price of lithium batteries coming down and the advances in...
  17. Chuck754

    B2B Charger Install For MiniLite

    http://https://youtu.be/fErbKY1ZkOI?feature=shared I just installed a Renogy DC to DC charger in my Ram HD to charger new Lithium batteries in my 2023 MiniLite. I replaced the single deep cycle lead acid battery that the dealer had installed but was really inadequate. New lithium batteries...
  18. KE

    Convert to LiFePo4 battery video

    I just saw a very good video from AZExpert that tells and shows converting to LiFePo4 battery, how parts work, and solutions. Link: https://youtu.be/-3sHpgQK2R4?si=oU2YbfayT1OtMdBt
  19. RE

    Lithium - Converter/Charger - bypass WFCO-8735P

    Planning to switch to LiFePO4 battery in our 2018 Apex Nano 193BHS. Two 100Ah batteries in parallel to start with. Existing converter/charger is WFCO WF-8735P (not lithium capable). I looked at replacing the existing unit with a newer model (WF-8735AD). Seems like quite a bit of work...
  20. DC

    Converter change for Lithium Batteries.

    I have a Progressive Dynamics converter on my 2018.5 Seneca 37K. I'm changing out the AGM batteries to Lithium. The charger that came with the Mo Home does not have the switch for FA to LI. I ordered the newest version of the 4500 series converter with the change over switch. Does anyone know if...
  21. Cjohnson

    WFCO and Lithium

    I'm sure this has been covered, but at the risk of being scolded, here goes. Have an '18 327M. The manual included in the dealer delivery is for the WFCO Ultra III deckmount converter - WF-9800 series. I'm looking to move to a lithium battery, and wondering if I need to get the actual model...
  22. ST

    LiFePO4 in 2014 Jayco Flamingo // Voltech ISC 3040

    Hi all, That age old question - I am looking to drop in some LiFePO4 batteries into my 2014 Jayco Flamingo with a Voltech ISC 3040 MPPT solar charger. Wondering if I can get away with using this controller or do I need to swap it out for something else with a lithium charge profile? Or is it...
  23. SolarPoweredRV

    New Lower Price Point for Lithium Batteries

    I just checked in on Lithium batteries on Amazon and it seems that the prices have dropped even further than the last time I checked the pricing. The new price is $229 for a 12v 100ah Lithium (LiFePo4) battery, with free Prime delivery. I also noticed a few batteries at $199 and $209, these...
  24. colby-JAY

    Lithium Upgrade and Solar System with Factory-ready solar connections

    I just noticed a video from Explorist Life the other day that was posted a couple of months ago - https://youtu.be/KM_8s4cTjWA?si=J3WDUd5fJyvWmhHo I've been researching and planning out what I hope will be an upgrade to my RV in a couple of years, and I found this video was very well organized...
  25. AN

    2018 RT UHG will not charge Ecotrek lithium

    I have a (new to me) 2018 RoadTrek CS Adventurous with 2x KS2 Ecotrek RevH, 200Ah lithium batteries. I am not able charge the house batteries from UHG (or sometimes called GU) or driving. Shore power works great and will fully charge up to 13.8-13.9v. Solar seems to at least maintain, but UHG...

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