Advice on deep cycle setup?
Hello, I have a Safari van that I've converted into a camper. I replaced the starting battery with a Duracell Ultra Dual Purpose (Starting/Cycling) Battery that cost $105 (got it at batteries ...
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Hi All,
I'm not going to take the time at the moment to respond individually, as I need to sleep and am up at 3:30.
THANK YOU again for all the helpful feedback. I really appreciate it.
I'm leaning towards pulling the trigger on the alternator and inverter fairly quickly (and a kill-a-watt meter). Whoever suggested the alternator said it isn't a direct swap, so I'm assuming that I can get the chassis etc. for it ...
I can go for a $300 nicer PSW inverter (maybe the magnum or the Xantrex just mentioned - suggestions welcome). I have some money and can afford to buy the nicer things. I do see setting up a system that I will use for years.
How compelling would it be to get an inverter-charger vs. just an inverter?
Next on the list would be the battery, and potentially solar panels or a generator ... before I get the battery I want to make sure I'm set to maintain it well, and hopefully the one I have will remain OK as a starting battery.
Right now the battery I have is working to power the cooker while driving (not at idle - it does it's warning beep), although I realize I'm probably killing the battery. Hence getting the alternator asap.
I don't have more brain power or time to really digest this at the moment. Thanks, feedback/suggestions continue to be welcomed, and I will re-read posts and keep you posted.
Yours,
L
I'm not going to take the time at the moment to respond individually, as I need to sleep and am up at 3:30.
THANK YOU again for all the helpful feedback. I really appreciate it.
I'm leaning towards pulling the trigger on the alternator and inverter fairly quickly (and a kill-a-watt meter). Whoever suggested the alternator said it isn't a direct swap, so I'm assuming that I can get the chassis etc. for it ...
I can go for a $300 nicer PSW inverter (maybe the magnum or the Xantrex just mentioned - suggestions welcome). I have some money and can afford to buy the nicer things. I do see setting up a system that I will use for years.
How compelling would it be to get an inverter-charger vs. just an inverter?
Next on the list would be the battery, and potentially solar panels or a generator ... before I get the battery I want to make sure I'm set to maintain it well, and hopefully the one I have will remain OK as a starting battery.
Right now the battery I have is working to power the cooker while driving (not at idle - it does it's warning beep), although I realize I'm probably killing the battery. Hence getting the alternator asap.
I don't have more brain power or time to really digest this at the moment. Thanks, feedback/suggestions continue to be welcomed, and I will re-read posts and keep you posted.
Yours,
L
