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Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 07-18-2022, 09:15 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 7,278
Posted By camaraderie
When you operate off a single battery at a time...

When you operate off a single battery at a time you limit the current available and charging on "both" is less efficient due to different states of charge. Common in boats to "reserve" a battery from...
Forum: General Community Discussions 07-11-2022, 08:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,735
Posted By camaraderie
Bingo! That's exactly what I do to get to south...

Bingo! That's exactly what I do to get to south on the Jersey Turnpike from New England. Anything that says "parkway" in NY, NJ is usually trouble for RV routing. RV Trip Wizard is a super app...you...
Forum: Cedar Creek 07-08-2022, 06:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 985
Posted By camaraderie
Happy to help. As to your routine...leaving it...

Happy to help. As to your routine...leaving it plugged in full time with a multi stage charger is fine. A battery minder will do nothing useful and will certainly NOT desulfate anything.

[And I...
Forum: Cedar Creek 07-08-2022, 04:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 985
Posted By camaraderie
You've definitely got a multistage as that is ALL...

You've definitely got a multistage as that is ALL FR has used since before 2015. Your pair of T105s carries around 220 amp hours. When depleted to 50%...the MAXIMUM Bulk charge they will accept will...
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 07-06-2022, 10:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,410
Posted By camaraderie
Red Rover...thanks for posting that...

Red Rover...thanks for posting that update...positive news!



Also would like to mention another superior monitor in the Balmar Smart Guage which goes for mid $200 range and has superior...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 07-02-2022, 10:43 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,907
Posted By camaraderie
Make sure the shunt unit you buy has built in...

Make sure the shunt unit you buy has built in Peukart compensation or it will QUICKLY go out of synch with reality...this is the major difference between the cheap shunt units and the 150-200 buck...
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 06-15-2022, 06:25 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,495
Posted By camaraderie
Not particularly...but they DO stand up better to...

Not particularly...but they DO stand up better to being blown closed by the wind than the OEM did. If you NEED something slower I think you need to step down to a 10lb strut which you can find lots...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 06-15-2022, 12:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,108
Posted By camaraderie
200watts = 50 DC amps IN on a bright sunny day. ...

200watts = 50 DC amps IN on a bright sunny day.
If your fridge uses more...you need more panels. Better yet...YOU NEED a real battery monitor (Victron BM) so you KNOW what you have coming in and...
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 06-15-2022, 12:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,495
Posted By camaraderie
I'm using this one at 15lbs. on my Georgetown and...

I'm using this one at 15lbs. on my Georgetown and it works just fine. At the price for 2 it's a good deal too!
...
Forum: Georgetown 06-11-2022, 10:16 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,634
Posted By camaraderie
FWIW...my 2015 has the in RVSafety dash monitor...

FWIW...my 2015 has the in RVSafety dash monitor wired to a smart box behind the dash which has inputs for the cables from the two side cams and back cam. My back cam went out and by moving the cables...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 06-07-2022, 09:03 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,264
Posted By camaraderie
Might be one of the Swivel Wheel units would be...

Might be one of the Swivel Wheel units would be an option for you.
Swivelwheel Carrier / Hauler Transportation Systems (https://www.cruiserlift.com/swivelwheel)
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 06-02-2022, 09:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 865
Posted By camaraderie
After you check as SeaDog suggests...if you're...

After you check as SeaDog suggests...if you're seeing 0 volts...check battery disconnect switch AND fuses on your converter before investing in something new.
Batteries are old ...so they just may...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 05-20-2022, 09:28 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,027
Posted By camaraderie
JengaJack...the problem with readings from a...

JengaJack...the problem with readings from a VOLTMETER is that IN USE batteries and those recently charged will NOT provide a correct reading. The charge % charts you will find here and elsewhere all...
Forum: Western USA 05-20-2022, 09:02 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,276
Posted By camaraderie
I'll second the advice for the KOA in Grand...

I'll second the advice for the KOA in Grand Junction AND taking the time our to drive through the national monument there...really nice. The Route 70 is as others have said...no problem with tunnels...
Forum: Cardinal 05-17-2022, 06:27 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 27,254
Posted By camaraderie
Don't know exactly what you're looking for but...

Don't know exactly what you're looking for but Amazon has a lot of RV replacement furniture. https://www.amazon.com/RV-Replacement-Furniture/s?k=RV+Replacement+Furniture
Forum: Dealer Reviews 05-13-2022, 10:23 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,005
Posted By camaraderie
Yup...they get painted with a broad brush since...

Yup...they get painted with a broad brush since so many ARE so bad... but it is important to call out the good ones. I've had a couple do very well by me but they do charge a bunch at all locations....
Forum: Georgetown 05-02-2022, 11:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,332
Posted By camaraderie
Welcome to the family and all good luck with yer...

Welcome to the family and all good luck with yer new baby!
Forum: Berkshire 04-28-2022, 12:16 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,650
Posted By camaraderie
https://www.harborfreight.com/media/catalog/produc...

https://www.harborfreight.com/media/catalog/product/cache/9fc4a8332f9638515cd199dd0f9238da/6/1/61747_W3.jpg20 bucks at harbor freight will let you put a good load on the battery and know whether they...
Forum: Truck Camper Discussions 04-25-2022, 09:19 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,828
Posted By camaraderie
THAT is quite simply NOT true. It is largely the...

THAT is quite simply NOT true. It is largely the case in auto stores and department stores since their CISTOMERS have small boats and need combo trolling and cycle use dual purpose batteries.
YOU...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 04-25-2022, 12:36 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,034
Posted By camaraderie
There's no Peukert effect with lithium but...

There's no Peukert effect with lithium but resetting the Victron on lead batts is a once in a long while thing when set up properly to start. Not so with the Aili unit... especially when there are...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 04-25-2022, 12:24 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,034
Posted By camaraderie
[QUOTE=Half Ton Heavy;2726989]It is not a...

[QUOTE=Half Ton Heavy;2726989]It is not a voltmeter (although it can display volts), it is a coulomb counter. Just like the victron units. Many have had great luck with this low cost alternative to...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 04-23-2022, 09:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,789
Posted By camaraderie
I am not a fan of AGM's for RV use except in...

I am not a fan of AGM's for RV use except in certain situations since they are about twice as expensive as wet-cell batteries and have NO MORE capacity for single cycle amphours delivered OR lifetime...
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 04-23-2022, 08:50 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,032
Posted By camaraderie
Ditto...your converter is trying to charge your...

Ditto...your converter is trying to charge your somewhat depleted battery and the fan is what you are hearing. Put a voltmeter on your battery terminals...and if you see 13.2V or greater your...
Forum: Truck Camper Discussions 04-21-2022, 08:04 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,828
Posted By camaraderie
MY chart comes directly from Trojan Battery below...

MY chart comes directly from Trojan Battery below and includes specific gravity measures as well. You are NOT wrong...it will vary a little from mfr to mfr depending on their specific paste. I have...
Forum: Truck Camper Discussions 04-20-2022, 08:59 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,828
Posted By camaraderie
I would offer the following comments 1....

I would offer the following comments

1. Maintenance free batteries are often thought of as hi quality AGM batteries but the reality is that thay are just cheap but convenient lead acid SEALED...
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