Charging House Batteries
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GAR2 wrote:
Some are saying just use the 12V+ connector on my 7 pin trailer connector to charge the house battery(s) and others are saying buy a Honda generator, but I’m reading about DC to DC chargers /isolators and maybe even a solar panel while I’m gone camping / hunting and it’s sunny out.
Solar can get pricey and it can be a lot of extra wiring. Unless you boondock where it is very sunny, they are not worth it.
Yes, on the DC-DC charger ! Especially if you are using Lithium batteries. I highly recommend Lithium batteries.
2 - 100Ah batteries for you small loads should be fine. If you are going to run a microwave or make multiple pots of coffee on an electric coffee maker, then maybe a 2000W generator. Also depends how many hours you spend driving day to day.
