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Explorer

Aug 20, 2014

WFCO Converter Longevity

I've been reading that these things are pretty much junk, don't last long. How long can I expect to get out of it? What should I upgrade to? For the time being, I'm thinking hooking up a battery tender directly to the battery. Suggestions?

33 Replies

bigfootford
Nomad III
Aug 21, 2014
I had 2 and a friend had 1... they will not boost nor put out any amps. The electronics (capacitors in the primary of the switcher have dried out... A common problem after 3+ years. I nor my friend elected to fix or replace with like... I replaced mine with a Progressive Dynamics 9260. Have had it for 10+ years and it still works...

Jim
jmckelvy
Explorer
Aug 20, 2014
Seven years and still working (except boost mode) on the one in my Northstar.
pianotuna
Nomad III
Aug 20, 2014
Hi,

The problem is with them going into boost mode. Use it until it fails. It might last for years.