batteries

  1. JA

    Generator Not Charging Batteries

    The generator isn't charging the house batteries for some reason. Shore Power: Charges batteries and all 120V and 12V devices work Generator Power: All 120V and 12V devices work, batteries aren't charging Generator breaker hasn't tripped. Any idea what's going on?
  2. Zipkruse

    House Batteries for a 329ds

    We need to replaces our 4 house batteries which have leaked and corroded and no longer hold a charge. They're approximately four years old. We're trying to make an appointment with a shop to replace them. The stickers and labels are gone, and I can't find any information online or in manuals...
  3. MI

    Help me understand deep cycle batteries and use.

    So I am new with RV's and am still learning. I understand that there are 120v systems as well as 12v systems on many travel trailers. And so there are also 12v batteries which are predominantly deep cycle batteries. I understand that deep cycle batteries are meant to be discharged regularly down...
  4. AB

    Anyone upgrading their 12v Flooded Batteries to Lithium 100Ah 12v?

    Can someone give me their experience upgrading from a regular 12v flooded batteries to a lithium 100Ah 12v? How much batteries does it store up to? is it double? How fast does it charge? 2x faster? what model did you go with and why? Is it worth it to upgrade to lithium? I saw two main players...
  5. EV

    Imagine 2670MK where should we put Lithium batteries?

    Hi, On a 5th wheel battery placement is not a big source of concern.. but in our Imagine 2670MK I'm not sure where i should put Lithium batteries? I'll be my project for the beginning of summer. We don't need much, just looking to stay at a harvest host from time to time, absolutely no need...
  6. RE

    Coach batteries

    As a newbie, I was wondering if you turned the battery disconnect on while driving will the batteries charge from the cabs alternator or will they drain while using your 12v appliances. Thanks for the input, I'm still learning
  7. CM

    Batteries for Forester 2251SLEC

    I currently have original battery in house. Looking to put in a better battery such as an AGM. Can I just replace it or do I need new wiring?
  8. 2T

    Charging Trailer batteries?

    I have a 2020 Ford tow vehicle. My TT has 2 deep cycle batteries and a WFCO 8955PEC that charges the batteries when on shore power. Does the tow vehicle charge them when on the road?
  9. CA

    Power my rv with 120v ac using my batteries

    I have 2018 Heritage Glen 5th wheel It's has a inverter installed that powers my refrigerator only using batteries when not hooked up shore power. My question what can I do to be able to power up rest of my ac outlets to be able to watch TV ect.
  10. Sammici

    Cheap lithium batteries

    Has anyone bought some of the under $500 100AH batteries that have been on Amazon or EBay? Here’s an example Any comments
  11. BA

    Lithium Batteries at 1 degree in Texas ?

    In October of 2019, I posted a thread ("Lithium Diet") on the advantages of switching all the batteries on a 2020 Isata 3 FW to LiFePO4. That included the factory chassis battery. Unlike some who have decided to relocate house batteries to inside, I decided to mount the batteries in the same...
  12. CM

    Batteries

    I want to make sure my batteries don't die when I go on a long trip this spring/summer. I have one house battery now. If I want two, should I get 2 six-volt or can I get 2 twelve volt? I think I've decided to get ACMs. Can I get these installed at a battery store, or is it best to go to an...
  13. 20

    Insulate Above Batteries?

    Can I insulate above the batteries in my battery box under my entry steps? There are large ventilation holes in the bottom corners of the box.
  14. SI

    what is the accurate way to test house batteries?

    Hello Everyone… I have a 2003 Ford F-53 RV What’s the most accurate way to test house batteries using multimeter and hydrometer? Disconnect from shore power then keep few lights on inside the RV to give a bit of load? Do I have to disconnect the 2 batteries from each other and test each one...
  15. ME

    charging chassis batteries

    I have a 2019 Isata 5 and store it in a lot with no access to electric. I know I can buy a Victron that will charge both the chassis and house batteries off the solar but that's not an option at this time. I also was thinking I can bring the RV home and plug in at my house but have a very...
  16. VA

    Feedback on lithium batteries. Any heat issues?

    I had read a lot of reviews that said that good LiFePO4 batteries like the battle-born are typically great. I know they cost a ridiculous amount and really need to be kept warm and inside the camper, but I had not heard of a lot issues. I am about to buy a travel trailer and was going to buy...
  17. GT

    Would running onboard Onan 5500 generator will charge 2 house batteries?

    Hi, I never dry camped before and I have 5 days of dry camping coming up was wondering how I can charge the battery each day. 1. Running onan 5500 onboard generator will charge the house battery? 2. How long do I need to run the generator to fully charge before the night? 3. If the...
  18. NA

    Two Group 24 batteries on tongue

    Does anybody mount two Group 24 or 27 batteries on the tongue of their pop-out (with only one hooked up ata time)? I'm wondering what storage options there are.
  19. SI

    Charging house and chassis batteries / How often to disconnect from shore power

    Hello Everyone… I have a 2003 Ford F-53 RV I usually stay hooked up to shore power for 6 months, then leave the RV in storage for the other 6 months … So after 3 years of this schedule the chassis battery died even though I was hooked up for months , and now the deep cycle batteries are...
  20. jneum525

    AGM House Batteries - Where to Buy

    Time to replace my AGM House batteries in my Isata 3. Where is the best place to get them and what is the best type to get? I have seen lots of threads re Batteries on this forum, but they always seem to devolve into a debate about Starting batteries vs AGM vs Lithium / 6 volt vs 12. I...
  21. RP

    Batteries

    I am a new owner of a Berkshire Q34 and have a question as to how the chassis batteries switch needs to be set (on/off) if the bus is parked for an extended time, but is plugged into a 50 amp plug. Will the charger unit charge both chassis and coach batteries all the time or is it the inventor...
  22. Adamclay

    Gen set not charging house batteries

    My onan isn’t charging my house batteries. If I start the coach engine, they do charge. What am I doing wrong?
  23. AJ

    Controller Upgrade for Lithium Batteries

    Greetings everyone. I have an Rpod 193 and I'm running the WF8735P control panel but unfortunately this is not optimal for charging my expensive Lithium Battery upgrades. My question is...... 1) Can I replace the charge controller of this model? If not...... Do I need to replace the entire...
  24. BT

    Driving without house batteries

    I need to replace both house batteries because they won't keep a charge, They have leaked acid and have caused corrosion to the battery box and tie down arm. Because of the HOA where I live I cannot keep the MH in my driveway overnight while the cleaned up and repainted battery box dries...
  25. WE

    6 volt deep cell golf cart batteries

    I am hoping that someone out there has some experience with these types of batteries. I am looking at getting 4 for a new trailer I am purchasing. Thoughts??

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