Battery compartment limitations
Starting to get into needs for our new to us 2006 Kodiak VXL 2200 mh. It is a smaller 22' B+. For the house power, there is a single group 24 12v battery from 2009. It work, looks clean, and I h...
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tpi wrote:For always brim full I recommend 60+ watts of solar and a good controller. More if you want to minimize running the generator while in use. Roof space will be the limiting factor.
Sounds good. Next up suggestion to find a way to keep the new batteries on a trickle charge schedule (solar, 120v charger, etc.) so they're always brim full and ready for your next outing. Many RV batteries meet their demise because they sit in a state of chronic discharge.
For a quick fill on generator power you need to verify the converter charges at 14.2/14.8 volts. Post the model number for best suggestions.
Virtually every RV charges the house battery when in motion. Not always real fast but plenty adequate. House battery voltage should rise after the engine is started.
