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Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 06-20-2020, 10:06 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,529
Posted By AlanC
Unfortunately, the closest Sam's club is 2 hours...

Unfortunately, the closest Sam's club is 2 hours away.

I ended up buying two of the Deka GC25's from O'Reilly:

https://bit.ly/2BmtCnr

Thanks!

Alan
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 06-18-2020, 02:42 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,529
Posted By AlanC
Thanks for your thoughts on this! I do have...

Thanks for your thoughts on this!

I do have a generator, so recharge time is important to me.

I'm using a Xantrex inverter/charge with up to a 55A charge rate and I have pretty much the largest...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 06-18-2020, 08:47 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,529
Posted By AlanC
Thanks for all the information! I think long...

Thanks for all the information!

I think long term I'd eventually like to get a couple of Battle Born Lithium batteries, but I'm not really ready to spend the money right now and their lead time is...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 06-15-2020, 03:59 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,529
Posted By AlanC
There is no converter. It was removed when the...

There is no converter. It was removed when the inverter/charger was installed.
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 06-15-2020, 03:31 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,529
Posted By AlanC
For further clarification, this inverter is a...

For further clarification, this inverter is a combination inverter/charger.

Inverter Charger | Freedom HFS Inverter/Charger | Xantrex...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 06-15-2020, 03:08 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,529
Posted By AlanC
Is there a recommended brand/size for this setup?...

Is there a recommended brand/size for this setup?

Best bang for the buck?
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 06-15-2020, 02:44 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,529
Posted By AlanC
The cables between then inverter and the...

The cables between then inverter and the batteries are No. 2/0 AWG.

The inverter install guide specifies this gauge and that they are no longer than 5 feet long and I made sure to follow these...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 06-15-2020, 01:29 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,529
Posted By AlanC
Thanks for the reply! Just to clarify, the...

Thanks for the reply!

Just to clarify, the factory charger was replaced by the new inverter/charger.
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 06-15-2020, 12:53 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,529
Posted By AlanC
Battery Upgrade Suggestions Please

Hello,

I'm looking for some guidance for upgrading my battery system for our XLR Nitro 25KW toy hauler.

Current batteries are the stock pair of Interstate HD24-DP 405 CCA 5050 MCA.

I really...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 07-08-2019, 11:35 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,451
Posted By AlanC
Replacement Shower Door Rubber Latch

Hello,

Where can I buy a replacement shower door rubber latch like this one:

https://www.dropbox.com/s/s0ftdlnydu6e0mn/IMG_0647.jpeg

https://www.dropbox.com/s/s0ftdlnydu6e0mn/IMG_0647.jpeg
...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 05-31-2018, 05:16 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,352
Posted By AlanC
It kicked on and off as needed throughout the...

It kicked on and off as needed throughout the night. I think we had the thermostat set at 62 or so.
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 05-31-2018, 05:14 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,352
Posted By AlanC
I'm not sure what brand of converter/charger I...

I'm not sure what brand of converter/charger I have currently. Will try to find out.

Its a brand new XLR Nitro 25KW if anyone knows what those ship with.

What brands/models are recommended as...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 05-31-2018, 02:54 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,352
Posted By AlanC
Ordered! Thanks for the recommendation!

Ordered!

Thanks for the recommendation!
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 05-31-2018, 02:26 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,352
Posted By AlanC
I'm definitely interested in solar, but I think...

I'm definitely interested in solar, but I think that's another thread entirely.

:)
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 05-31-2018, 02:07 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,352
Posted By AlanC
We probably ran the generator for an hour or so. ...

We probably ran the generator for an hour or so. The control panel said the batteries were full after we turned it off.

Sorry I didn't mention this before, but the trailer already has two...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 05-31-2018, 02:06 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,352
Posted By AlanC
We were in Taylor Park, CO. Lows were in...

We were in Taylor Park, CO.

Lows were in the high 20's = low 30's.

Maybe it wasn't necessary to run them. What sort of overnight temps should we be using them for?
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 05-31-2018, 01:31 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,352
Posted By AlanC
We camped for a total of four nights, and I think...

We camped for a total of four nights, and I think there were two nights where the battery was too low to start the generator the next morning

We ran the heater every night and the tank heaters at...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 05-31-2018, 10:30 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,352
Posted By AlanC
Automatic Battery Cut-off

Hello,

We recently bought a new XLR Nitro Toy hauler with an on-board Onan 5500 generator.

We've had it out a couple of times so far, and the batteries seem to hold up fairly well overnight,...
Forum: XLR 04-23-2018, 10:41 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,908
Posted By AlanC
Those pictures are of a 28KW, which is a slightly...

Those pictures are of a 28KW, which is a slightly larger trailer than my 25KW.

Would love to see pics of a 25KW with factory installed register in the kitchen or toy hauler area.

@AmericanBwana...
Forum: XLR 04-23-2018, 08:12 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,908
Posted By AlanC
AmericanBwana, are you in the Colorado area? ...

AmericanBwana, are you in the Colorado area?

If so which dealer are you working with?

We bought our trailer in Salt Lake City but live in Colorado.

Thanks,

Alan
Forum: XLR 04-22-2018, 11:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,908
Posted By AlanC
Were you able to get the heater vent installed in...

Were you able to get the heater vent installed in your trailer?

We just bought a 2018 25KW and have the same issue. Vents in the bathroom and bedroom and nothing in the main living area.

First...
Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion 04-21-2015, 03:34 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,747
Posted By AlanC
Was wondering that myself. I will look into it...

Was wondering that myself. I will look into it and post what I find out.
Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion 04-21-2015, 02:02 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,747
Posted By AlanC
Found this discussion about 2015 Max Tow vs....

Found this discussion about 2015 Max Tow vs. Regular Tow:

Trailer tow package vs max tow package - Ford F150 Forum - Community of Ford Truck Fans...
Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion 04-21-2015, 01:47 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,747
Posted By AlanC
Good to know. Makes perfect sense! ...

Good to know. Makes perfect sense!



OK, seems logical, but I still thing it makes sense to factor in some amount of safety margin, right?



Looking at this Ford document:
Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion 04-21-2015, 01:12 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,747
Posted By AlanC
What's the weight specs on your trailer?

What's the weight specs on your trailer?
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