2020 Chasses 2021 Mercedes Benz 3500XD, Li3, OM642, 3.0L V6 Turbo Diesel 4X2, Dual Rear wheels, 170-Wheel Base, High-Top, Up Fitter by CoachmenRV, Galleria, 24FL floor model, with Li3, Coachmen is a division of Forest River inc. class B, Motorhome.
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The Coachmen Galleria Li3
Li3:
[B]Lithium Battery System:[/B] The Li stands for lithium, which refers to the type of battery used in the Galleria Li3. Lithium batteries are known for their high energy density, longer lifespan, and faster charging capabilities compared to traditional lead-acid batteries.
Energy Management System: The 3 likely represents the three main components of the energy management system:
Lithium Battery: The heart of the Li3 system, providing efficient and reliable power storage.
Inverter: The device that converts DC (direct current) power from the battery into AC (alternating current) power for household appliances.
Solar Panels: The solar panels on the roof generate electricity from sunlight, helping to recharge the lithium battery during daylight hours.
In summary, the Coachmen Galleria Li3 is equipped with a lithium battery system, an inverter, and solar panels, offering an advanced and sustainable power solution for your RV adventures. We have 10 hours of standby time before we need outside power sources.
2021-Mercedes Benz-Galleria, Cargo VAN, High Top-24' feet 3" inches.
Exterior: I've not truly performed any outside modifications. I did change the two AA batteries in the Awning for blue tooth connection, as I was getting a buzzing every 30 seconds. More info below.
Interior: Yes, inside we did not care for the 18-inch round table and replaced it with two 21-inch by 18-inch Dinning aka Computer Worktables. The bathroom doors would rattle, so I added spacers, the same is used on table legs to slide on wooden floors.
Customizations: I had issues understanding the water flowing systems as to what's, ON or OFF, when filling the water tank, winterizing, and emptying. Not the same so I drew myself a chart I could understand. I will be installing an Accumulator Water Pressure controller. This will keep water pressure and make less work for the water pump.
Renovations and Repairs: Had a Buzzing about every 30 seconds, which turned out to be two AA batteries in the awning Bluetooth box. Located on the rear part of the awning as I rolled out about 3 or 4 feet and removed the box with a screwdriver.
As for the Firefly Vega Touch module, this is found behind the box in the control panel held in by two screws. This works to make a strong connection with the Phone APP and check levels, SOC, and everything on your phone run awning. Was covered under warranty and would have cost $990. The easiest change-out I had ever done. One wire connection and a CAT-5 to your WIFI onboard. This was the video that was helpful in making the change:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2blSFL2tZsw
Tow Vehicle: NO-tow, and have enjoyed just getting around the USA. As for Coachmen Class B, our model van is the only one I've seen with a full-size refrigerator. "Note photo" If you want a free USA map check out "Epgsoft.com/" We are located on the West coast of Florida. Just outside of Tampa, Note the Skyway Bridge.
Favorite Camping Destinations: As we enjoyed following our college sports team. This served us for week-long vacations to area attractions in Helena, GA. Highlands, we had an RV lot where we liked to read, relax, play golf, or drive off to sporting events in the areas of the nearby states, as we followed our Sports teams too. For a time, we owned a lot at the RV Park in North Georgia, just outside of Blairsville, GA, off 129 to Choestoe Falls R.V. Park.
https://choestoefallsrvpark.com/