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jillhop
Explorer
Jan 02, 2015

Recharging batteries: genset vs. chassis alternator

Please bear with me--I'm new to the RV world (purchased my first RV this past summer). :-) I am planning a trip to Wisconsin this coming April where I will be dry camping in a hotel parking lot fo...
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2oldman
Explorer II
Jan 02, 2015
It's difficult for any of us serious boondockers to ever get fully charged batteries. It just takes a long time.

I'm sure there is someone more familiar with truck alternators to answer, but I'd like to know the amperage rating of your convertor.

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