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  1. KE

    Understanding Dual Bank Setup on GP-PWM-30-UL Solar Controller

    2026 FR3 Plus 33z, it has two BB lithium 100ah batteries and two 200 watt panels. The GP-PWM-30-UL controller shows two banks. Is each battery considered a bank ? Trying to sort this new rig out.
  2. DWGERLI

    Will My Tow Vehicle Fully Charge a Lithium Trailer Battery?

    Have a 23LTD trailer that I want to swap out the original lead acid battery for a Lithium battery. There is a decal on the fuse panel that stays it will detect the change in batteries, question is will my truck still charge the battery to full 100% while traveling? Thank you for your thoughts.
  3. 39

    Safely Using a Solar Suitcase to Supplement Factory RV Solar System

    My 391WOW rig has a Go Power solar extreme package with (3) 200 watt panels on roof, 30 watt charge controller, 3000 watt pure sine inverter, 400 AH LiFePO4 battery bank, I also have a portable Renogy 200 watt solar suitcase (built in 30amp charge controller on the suitcase) that connects with...
  4. MI

    Understanding 12V and 120V Power in Coachmen Freelander Micro 20CB

    Hi, Sorry for the newbie question - trying to understand the electrical setup. Coachmen Freelander Micro 20CB with 2x100 solar panels. Can someone confirm/correct my understanding: - 12v battery powers inside lights, awning light, USB ports at the rear - 12v is charged by solar panels - 12v...
  5. CD

    Does the Solar Panel Charge Battery With Pop-Up Roof Closed?

    Hi everyone, I have a 2514f and noticed that the solar panel continues to charge the battery when the lid is closed. Is this supposed to be the case? Assume this means it will charge the battery in transit as well? Thanks, Chris.
  6. GT

    Optimizing LiFePO4 Charging: Victron, Xantrex, and Firefly Integration Challenges

    Equipment 26 Europa with Xplorer package that has dual LifePO4 300ah batts and dual Victron Smart Solar MPPT 100 charge controller and Precision Circuits LiBIM 225 isolation manager relay. Solar and LiON new to me. Firefly system does not allow access to charger settings (Xantrex or Solar)...
  7. Podunk

    Safely Charging AGM and Lithium House Batteries with Renogy Solar Setup

    Hello! I had a solar system installed in my 2012 3171DS class C motorhome. I don’t recall having the solar charge controller DC to DC charging my house batteries but I would like to do so. I know that they do not charge when the RV is sitting, and it has sat for a few months due to unexpected...
  8. NO

    Standard Battery Size and Solar Charging Indicators for Sunseeker LE

    New to this forum, and hope i am doing this right. And I have a question. What size house batteries come standard in a Suneeker LE ... and... how can you tell if the solar panels are actually charging?
  9. SH

    Troubleshooting Solar Charging on 2024 Wolf Pup: Battery Disconnect & Setup Tips

    I am hoping someone can help me. I have a 2024 Wolf Pup and it has solar panels but I don't feel like we are doing it right. I had them checked out and they are working properly. I am told that something should be turned on...or maybe it was off so the solar panels will charge the batteries. We...
  10. tago123

    Preventing 80A Breaker Trips When Charging LiFePO4 With LiBIM 225 in MBS 2401B

    Trying to work through this new install - the 2 new LiTime 100ah batteries have been great for keeping our fridge running for more than one night and the charge well off shore/solar/generator (blue tooth monitoring is also nice). The problem (I think) is that the MBS alternator is 220 amps I...
  11. TP

    Why Is My 12V Fridge Draining Batteries So Fast? Real-World Power Solutions

    Hi all. New to RV life and risking being slammed here for a common thread... 2025 Open Range with 12v Fridge. 2 x 12v Flooded plus a 100watt solar panel. First trip out minimal battery usage total and went 3 full days getting partial top up with solar panel. Fridge beeped late 4th night. We...
  12. SH

    Should You Leave RV Battery Connected to Prevent AC Reset During Power Outages?

    Good day everyone, I was wondering if anyone has encountered this issue. I am living in a 2025 2608bs part time and it’s connected to shore power. When the power goes out the ac completely resets and that’s a bad thing in Florida for multiple reasons during the summer as the ac is completely...
  13. MP

    Diagnosing Overheating Solenoid and Charging Issues in 2002 Sunseeker

    Have had issues with house power from Day 1 after purchase. We could tap on the Solenoid and house power would work temporarily, so we replaced Solenoid with same numbered part from auto parts store. Then it worked, however the Solenoid was getting hot. Then while driving we noticed a smell...
  14. ST

    Is Warm 6AWG Wiring Normal After Lithium Battery Upgrade?

    The 6AWG outputs from my PD9360 converter are warm. I don't have an Infrared thermometer, but my multimeter's little temperature probe says 103-107F. I just installed a Lithium battery (Renogy 300AH) in my 270BN. I changed the Furrion solar controller and converter both to Lithium (it...
  15. JH

    Can Flexible 200W Solar Panels Safely Connect to Solar on the Side Ports?

    I just bought a 2021 E-Pro E15TB. It has the 190W Solar Panel on the roof and two 64Ah batteries. I'm planning to replace them with two 100Ah Lithiums and want to use the Solar on the Side port with a portable Solar Panel. I see these Flexible 200W Mono Solar Panel 12V panels for a low price...
  16. SH

    Preventing Camper Battery Drain When Towing With Newer Trucks

    upgraded to LiFEPO4 battery last year. I charge it up with my own charger at home prior to boondocking because the charger in my camper isn’t the newer style set up for this type of battery. I noticed when I leave the battery is fully charged and then when I arrive at the campground a couple...
  17. MS

    Choosing and Installing LiFePO4 Batteries for RV Fridge Reliability

    Hello folks, here is my setup. 2023 Crusader 260RDD with a 200 watt factory solar panel. I also have a factory Epever 30 amp controller (XTRA3210N) with an MT50 remote and a 88ah FLA battery. I bought a Bluetooth dongle to replace the MT50. We don’t boondock, DW wants all the amenities. Eight...
  18. GT

    Best Practices for Charging Chassis Batteries in Storage With Limited Shore Power

    2026 Dynamax Europa with Xantrex Inverter/charger and Xplorer solar package Lion house batts with Li-BIM 225. I plan to put RV in covered storage with 110V but only 5A connection. Dealer told me to leave all batt disconnects ON. But I am concerned about current draw in storage with only 5A 110V...
  19. JO

    Should I Wire My Solar Panels and Batteries in Series or Parallel?

    Currently I have my 3x100 watt panels in parallel connection so as my 3x100ah lithium batteries. Can I connect the panels as series and the batteries. Controller is only Renogy rover 20amp but it supports auto 24v or do I need at least a 40amp controller. Thanks in advance.
  20. CH

    Way Elite Dual Charger: Basic Use and Troubleshooting for Forester Owners

    I have the manual the K posted but I need a basic how to use the charger. Sorry dumb I know but it was not explained at all when we bought the 2022 MBS 2401B Forester used. I need to know things like should the charger be on all the time, does it just charge the batteries etc. real basic stuff.
  21. CO

    Diagnosing Battery Drain Issues on 2025 Ozark 2900THK Toy Hauler

    We’ve got a 2025 ozark 2900thk toy hauler. Had it plugged in at the house for about 12 hours. Had some trouble at the house - was plugged into a garage outlet that tripped - new freezer in that garage so plugged into the side garage and that seemed fine. Now we’re camping and I noticed that...
  22. tago123

    Lead Acid to Lithium Battery Swap in 2023 Forest River 2401B: What’s Needed?

    I am confused and befuddled from endless searching and vague replies from battery manufacturers. Hopefully, someone here has the answers we are looking for with regards to hopefully drop-in replacing our lead acid batteries with LiFePO4. Anyone already done the Lithium upgrade to a MBS 2400...
  23. TT

    Upgrading Travel Trailer Battery: Lead Acid vs. Lithium and Compatibility Tips

    I need some guidance on getting a new battery for my TT. The one that came with my TT is shot. I unknowingly left the battery connected a few times at the storage lot. I noticed that the voltage was going down very quickly. I brought it home and charged it a few times but at this point I...
  24. ST

    DC to DC Charging for Shamrock 233S: Best Practices with GMC 1500 Tow Vehicles

    Has anyone used a DC to DC charging setup from their tow vehicle to trailer? GMC 1500 to Shamrock 233S I tow a 2023 Shamrock 233S with a 2023 GMC 1500. I love this hybrid camper, but the 12V Magic Chef Fridge does heavily use my 230ah AGM battery. I have 400 watts of solar, but a 12 hour...
  25. ET

    Will My LiFePO4 Battery Stay Fully Charged After a Day of Towing?

    First time towing with my new lifepo4 battery and was wondering about what the state of charge will be after towing all day. If I leave home and the battery is at 100%, will it be 100% when I arrive at my destination or will it be depleted by being hooked to the tow vehicle and towed all day. I...

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