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CaLBaR
Explorer
Jul 09, 2017

WFCO 8955 converter just died and needs to be replaced

I need to replace the converter on my WFCO 8955. I can get a direct replacement but are there other brands that would be a direct replacement? I have heard Progressive Dynamics but looks very different and not sure it would fit. Going camping in 2 weeks and need to get this sorted out quickly.

Thanks,
Rob

18 Replies

  • wa8yxm's avatar
    wa8yxm
    Explorer III
    Ok there are basically two types of converters.

    IF you WFFCO is built into the master power distribution panel...

    Progressive Dynamics 4600 series will likely fit in the space currently occupied by the WFFCO electronics,,, This is a top of the line 3-stage plus converter

    The other type of converter is "Stand alone" in this type the converter's electronics are in their own box.. Progressive Dynamics 9200 is the replacement.

    Forget the rest, go with the best, Progressive Dynamics units with Charge Wizard.
  • time2roll wrote:
    http://www.bestconverter.com/BD-1245-MBA-45-Amp-4-Stage-Main-Board

    Do not get a WFCO


    X2, I replaced the WFCO on our 2017 before it ever seen a campground with the Boondocker main board assembly based on an email exchange with Randy at bestconverter, and could not be happier.

    On the previous trailer the WFCO did not fail per se, what it did do was get stuck in bulk mode and boil off both 3 month old batteries. WFCO is a piece of cheap junk, why do you think the RV manufacturers use a lot of them?
  • Last year I replaced my CONverter with a Parallax 4455 (55amp). Light, an easy install and so far....so good.

    On the 'net, mine cost $207 plus s&h
  • Thanks everyone. Looks like bestconverter is the place to go. Wonder if he ships to Canada. Will need to give him a call. Could probably pick it up in Buffalo considering the PD4600 is running over $400 CAD. Would be worth the drive to Buffalo to pick it up.
  • I recently replaced my WFCO with this

    Pd4600

    It was a perfect fit and took less than 1/2 to replace.
  • The wfco would make an excellent boat anchor but it's just too darn lightweight. My PD works well and I also put an 80 amp boondocker in my son's FW that seems to be working fine.
  • Best converter has both Progressive Dynamics and Boondocker replacement boards that are a direct replacement. Randy is very helpful. Call or email him for suggestions.
    Replacement converters