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Forum: Ultra-Lite 03-17-2024, 10:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 275
solar panel mounts

I meant no offense. There are a lot of people online who shout random advice.
-Lee
Forum: Ultra-Lite 03-16-2024, 09:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 275
solar panel roof mounts

I've installed perhaps a 1000 solar panels on over 300 different RVs. I rarely need to find a stud. What is it about your roof that makes you think you need a stud?
Forum: Electrical, Batteries, Charging and Electronics 02-29-2024, 05:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 273
leave the 12v battery in place

When you have a built-in generator, you need to leave at least one 12v battery in place. That will ensure you have enough 12v power for generator start, jacks etc.

I presume the EG4 has a...
Forum: Fifth Wheel 08-16-2023, 09:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 903
Lithium vibration issues

I've installed over 700 Battle Born Lithium batteries. They do not have a vibration reliability problem because they are properly engineered. Some cheap Chinese Lithium batteries may have a...
Forum: Toy Hauler 05-06-2023, 09:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,294
big solar big batteries

I build systems like this all the time at my RV solar shop. I just had a new RV owner contact me because the dealer did such a poor job on the $25K solar/battery/electrical systems that he doesn't...
Forum: Toy Hauler 04-28-2022, 01:27 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,347
RV Inspectors

I trust the RV inspectors association. Full inspection with 100 page written report around $1000.

Well worth it!

https://nrvia.org/
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 04-02-2022, 11:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,273
eternabond tape

I've had good luck with eternabond tape, when properly applied. You need to follow all the instructions for prep.
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 02-05-2022, 09:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,731
12v compressor fridges

I have been using the modern 12V compressor (Danfoss or Secop) fridges and cooler for several years now, and love them. They have a few unique characteristics that make them great for RVs
1) They...
Forum: Electrical, Batteries, Charging and Electronics 01-30-2022, 01:34 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,905
Battle Born Charging

I personally designed and installed over 100 RV solar systems last year, most of them with Battle Borns. Here are a few tips...

1) Battle Borns need to be taken over 14.2V for 30min every so...
Forum: Fifth Wheel 01-22-2022, 08:46 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,045
RV programmable thermostat

I'm going to get this some day real soon, so I can turn the heat up in the morning without getting out of bed! :lol:

https://www.microair.net/products/easytouch-rv-thermostat
Forum: Electrical, Batteries, Charging and Electronics 12-01-2021, 10:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,471
Curious

Excuse me for butting in, but I love a good conundrum. There are a lot of twists to this problem. The water heater only uses 12V for control circuitry, and 120V (and LPG) for actual heat. However,...
Forum: Toy Hauler 12-01-2021, 09:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,781
Good info

Great post. Good info. Thanks for sharing.
Forum: Classifieds 06-02-2021, 08:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,516
Triton By Voltage recliner set

I have a set that I took out of my 2016 Triton by Voltage when it was new. I wrapped them in a tarp and stuck them in the shed. I'll go see if I can figure out what color they are.
Forum: General RV Related Discussions 03-27-2021, 09:33 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 918
Amish canvas repair

I've had the Amish repair two different canvas pop ups for me. Probably lots of them near you, but they don't have web sites!
Forum: Electrical, Batteries, Charging and Electronics 03-27-2021, 09:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,587
Completely dead batteries

Here are a couple of tidbits I've learned with Lithium batteries, they are also applicable to AGM batteries.
1) The Onan generator requires a certain minimum battery voltage, or it won't continue...
Forum: General RV Related Discussions 03-21-2021, 12:11 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 936
super interesting

Super interesting post. My RV solar business in Grand Junction CO grew 600% last year. Thanks for posting it!
Forum: Electrical, Batteries, Charging and Electronics 03-20-2021, 11:30 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,423
lithium batteries

I have been using Battle Born Lithium batteries for more than 5 years. I actually became a dealer 5 years ago. I've installed more than 200 Battle Born batteries, and have never had one warranty...
Forum: Travel Trailer 03-20-2021, 11:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,367
heat pump

I'm thinking of replacing the bedroom A/C with either a heat pump style A/C or an inverter mini-split. Both are significantly more efficient than a regular A/C. I'm almost 100% off grid, so that...
Forum: Electrical, Batteries, Charging and Electronics 03-10-2021, 11:43 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,423
Fridge on Auto or gas

If you create the scenario where your inverter drives the whole coach, then not only do you need to switch off the 12V converter, you need to make sure the gas/electric fridge is set to GAS, not...
Forum: Toy Hauler 02-06-2021, 11:38 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,208
Dutchmen quality

I have a 2015 Triton By Voltage, which used the same chassis as Voltage of that era. I have no idea if it is the same chassis as you have. I sympathize both with your problems and with dealing with...
Forum: Ultra-Lite 01-14-2021, 01:28 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 982
Chinese lithium batteries

Congrats on your new camper.

I've been in the RV battery business for a long time. I'm skeptical about buying lithium batteries from Alibaba. If there is a problem, good luck getting service or...
Forum: General RV Related Discussions 01-10-2021, 05:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,636
12v fridge power draw

My SunLight pop up has an old Dometic 3.5cf 3way fridge. I measured the power draw and consumption while running strictly on 12V (no LP). It drew almost 6A from the battery, at about a 50% duty...
Forum: General RV Related Discussions 01-09-2021, 11:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,636
12v charging from the tow vehicle

A 6awg wire properly fused is a great way to charge a trailer while towing. In the RAM (not sure about the Chevy) the trailer brakes and 12V line share the same fuse. So if you pull the 12V fuse...
Forum: General RV Related Discussions 01-09-2021, 10:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,636
12v fridge

RV fridges that are of the gas absorption type work by boiling ammonia. It can boil with LP Gas (with a 12V control board and valve. It can boil with 120V heater (with a 12V control board and...
Forum: General RV Related Discussions 11-29-2020, 03:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,649
Furrion plugs

Furrion compatible plugs are readily available. They are better than the Go Power or Zamp (SAE) plugs. I often change out the SAE plugs on campers for the 2 pin power circular connector (Furrion...
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