batteries

  1. LA

    Utility batteries charging

    I have a FR3 2017 . All power good when plugged into camp site Everything functions properly I am assuming my utility batteries are drained ?? I can’t operate anything unless plugged into site ? Is there a secret to getting those recharged when driving Motor home or some other method like...
  2. RB

    12v fridge draining batteries

    Hey there, new to this forum. Recently purchased a 2022 294km. Has the juice pack which came with a 50w panel on the roof, 2 -80Ah batteries and the charge controller pre wired. I made it clear when purchasing that I only boondock as there is no power where it is set up. I was told the system...
  3. PO

    Solar to charge/maintain batteries

    We are going to be moving our 2009 ROO 233S to Texas next month. We have 2 6VDC batteries. I will still be in Illinois for an additional year and my wife will be in Texas. She most likely not use it much while down there. There is no electricity available where the camper will be parked unless I...
  4. 2W

    Will my 2019 Rockwood 2104S charge li-on batteries

    I have a 2019 Rockwood 2104S mini-lite trailer. It came with two conventional automotive type batteries. I am going to replace them with two lithium ion phosphate batteries. I know their theory of operation and that they need a higher voltage to charge. What I don't know is if the charger...
  5. UL

    upgrading my Solar and Batteries

    Hi Folks, kinda new to this forum, just purchased a 2020 Forest River Cherokee Wolf Pup 18RJBBL RV. as it sits today it came with a furrion 50W Solar kit, they call it the "Juice Pack". interesting I watched a video on this juice pack and it comes with a 50 AMP converter/controller making it...
  6. AZ

    Is it OK to drive W/O Coach batteries?

    So the coach batteries in my MBS Sunseeker are toast. Previous owner marked on there 2018 so they're just 4 years old not sure if they were maintained but I've always heard good things about Interstate Batteries. There's an Interstate battery dealer and I plan to purchase 2 more but I have to...
  7. BI

    Add two 6 volt batteries

    I have a 2021 2600 RB. Will the charger etc all work fine if I just drop two 6 volt golf cart batteries, wired in series, into the unit ? Seems like Costco sells 170 ah Interstate cart batteries much cheaper than anyone.
  8. JPin AZ

    I need new batteries

    Time to replace my two Trojan T105 6v batteries. Looking into similar batteries I have found Diehard with 100 minutes and Deka with 105 minutes for about $70 less than the T105, is the T105 115 minutes that much of a difference in real life? They do have a better warranty. During the summer...
  9. KE

    Forest River 3011DS Stock Batteries

    Hello, I'm looking for suggestions on replacement batteries for my 2021 3011DS. I'm looking for batteries I can swap out and not have to make any changes. I suspect I did not maintain the batteries I have while not in use. I noticed while camping off grid last month that my batteries needed...
  10. Theo-FRF

    30DS House Batteries: Group Size?

    I'm researching the purchase of a 2021-22 30DS and wondering the group size of the two house batteries? TIA!
  11. DA

    Grounding Batteries in Parallel

    Situation: two 12v 100ah deep cycle group 29 batteries mounted lengthwise, wiring in parallel. Is it necessary to connect ground wire(s) from the factory trailer wiring to 2nd battery OR can the ground wire just be connected to battery #1? Does it matter where those ground wires are grounded...
  12. JT

    Are my truck batteries toast?

    Hey guys 2018 35db here sitting on a 2017 Ram 5500 chassis. When I try to start the unit, it clicks and that’s it. If I hit aux 2 and jump from the house batteries, it starts right up. I thought the batteries were toast but when I took it to the parts store, they said the batteries test fine...
  13. jwc55

    Group 31 batteries will fit but tight

    Hello All Just finished installing all new coach batteries. I stuck with the flooded lead batteries but upgraded to group 31 from the original group 27. I also added a fifth battery in the right side compartment directly below the tv. I added a small pure sine wave invertor that allows the...
  14. CA

    Wiring my solar suitcase

    Solar suitcase to RV batteries Hi Everyone I have two 6 volt golf cart batteries wired in series on my Flagstaff Microlite 21fbrs. I have a 100 watt Renogy solar suitcase with MC4 connectors. I have been using alligator clips to hook to the large terminals on my battery for my solar suitcase...
  15. QU

    Dual batteries

    I have 2 deep cycle 12 volts batteries; I am wondering if I could use them in parallel on my travel trailer. Would there be any problems? Thanks
  16. Bob K4TAX

    Batteries, to parallel or not

    If adding a 2nd battery to our TT, should I just connect them in parallel or connect each one to a battery switch that offers a selection of each individual battery. Thus #1 - Both - #2 - OFF I've read that it is best not to parallel batteries due to any difference between the two, the weaker...
  17. SC

    Batteries and Generator

    I've been doing a bit of research on solar/battery setups and their use for my 2022 E-Pro 19BH. It has a 190 watt solar panel and I installed two 81 ah flooded batteries to start. As close as I can figure I'm using somewhere around 4 amps/hr during the night to run the camper. Problem is that...
  18. LC

    Help with Waaree IP68 Solar Controller Overcharging Batteries

    My Waaree IP68 Solar Controller is overcharging my batteries to 19.2V, which means that I can't operate anything. Waaree in a company in India, and they don't respond to you nor does their phone number work, its all advertisements. I have a Sabre 38DBQ that this controller was factory installed...
  19. SC

    Lithium batteries

    All, Curious if the newer Sunseekers with the Solar panels is setup To run Lithium batteries?
  20. TJ

    Replacing coach batteries

    Hi, I have never replaced the batteries myself . It looks pretty straight forward. I need to get two 27MDCST 12V. Does anyone have any advice on the best way to do the install
  21. JU

    Changing Batteries

    Hello, I have a new Alpha Wolf that has 50w solar panel and an Xpedition 100ah? Battery. We want to change the battery out for a Lithium based battery but unsure if we need to change out any of the electrical wiring or inverter. Any suggestions or advice? Also looking at adding 2 100watt panels...
  22. GR

    E-Pro shore power not charging batteries?

    I have a 2022 E-Pro 20BHS and I keep it plugged in when it sits in my driveway. I unplugged today to see how the solar works on its own. I wanted to see how the battery percentage went down overnight just running the refrigerator. On the Go-Power panel it shows my 2 flooded batteries are at...
  23. JE

    Converter compatibility with lithium batteries

    Hey everyone, I’m looking to make the switch to lithium batts. Anyone know if the boondocker bd1255 mba converter (already installed)from bestconverter.com is compatible?if so I assume I would need to adjust the fixed charge voltage. I’ve put in several emails to bestconverter but haven’t heard...
  24. doanshop

    Server Rack Batteries

    I ran across these on Will Pose video that I would post them here for anyone that might be able to use them in their mods. I haven't heard of them but interesting. Thought others might want to know about them. https://signaturesolar.com/eg4-lifepower4-lithium-battery-12v-400ah/
  25. MilCop4523

    Blue Sea 9001e 2 batteries and solar

    struggling to find on line the proper connection lay out for my 5th wheel trailer. currently running the following: 1. 2 brand new group 27 RV batteries purchased last month. 2. 2 x 100 watt solar panels which are plugged into prewired inlets 3. one solar charger controller 4. one new Blue...

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