BradKW
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I just finished a lengthy inverter shopping, researching, reading reviews, etc...and ended up choosing a 3k Go Power! While my build was still in planning stages, I was certain I'd go with Magnum who's quality and reputation seems as solid as it gets. However, my solar grew into a 1000 watt beast that will stand a fair shot at running off-grid AC when complete...and I found myself shopping in the 3000 watt pure sine inverters. And that essentially put Magnum outside what I was willing to spend. After all the research, what really tipped it to GoPower was that anywhere reviews were posted and someone had a problem or negative experience, the GoPower support team always posted a reply seeking to help. Most proactive support teams I've seen, regardless of product. Unfortunately it's not in use yet so I can't give you a review, just thought I'd share my shopping experience...178Views0likes0CommentsRe: Need help choosing water heater...
Old-Biscuit wrote: BradKW wrote: Hello! I'm building a DIY RV from a box truck platform and I've decided to go with a 6 gal RV-style heater instead of tankless on demand. At least I think I've decided that. I have narrowed it down to these two...both are 6 gal, propane with DSI (direct spark ignition). Oh, one question I can't find in specs...on these units, you ignite with the switch, but then what turns the heater off so it doesn't just sit and heat water for hours? Both Brands use 'set of thermostats' to turn on/off Atwood uses a 140*F t-stat for routine operation and a 180*F high t-stat (ECO---Energy Cut OFF) to shut down heating IF normal t-stat fails. Atwood also uses a 'thermal fuse' to shut down propane flame should it blow back out of combustion chamber due to obstructions ---one time device set for 190*F Suburban uses a 130*F t-stat with a 180*F high temp t-stat. Suburban does NOT use the 'thermal fuse' blow back protection device. I've never so much as touched an RV heater before, so any input welcome...and it's not like those 2 choices are anything more than the result of a few nights googling + Amazoning, so open to other choices... Thanks! Suburban uses a STEEL tank......glass-lined so an anode rod has to be used. If tank leaks etc---have to replace whole water heater (no replacement tanks High temp t-stat has manual reset if it trips. Atwood uses an ALUMINUM ALLOY tank so no anode rod needed. Tank can be welded or replaced if it should leak. Swap parts. High temp t-stat will auto reset once water cools off Why just 6 gallon and not go higher capacity......10 gallon? Why propane ONLY...never going to be hooked up to AC Shore power? Both gas only water heaters are just 12V DC systems......main feeder FUSE (7.5A fuse is sufficient), a DC ON/OFF Switch with indicator light and 18 ga. wire Thanks for the detailed information! I figured 6 gal would be good because space is tight and that seems like a sufficient amount to take a shower and/or do dishes...and propane-only because I've been told that these type of units are very efficient and just sip propane. Combined with being "one less thing" to wire into a 1k watt solar off-grid system that I'm finding a bit overwhelming already, and... Do any of these units have adjustable t-stats, or is mixing cold water in to get right temp always a part of the equation?432Views0likes0CommentsNeed help choosing water heater...
Hello! I'm building a DIY RV from a box truck platform and I've decided to go with a 6 gal RV-style heater instead of tankless on demand. At least I think I've decided that. I have narrowed it down to these two...both are 6 gal, propane with DSI (direct spark ignition). Oh, one question I can't find in specs...on these units, you ignite with the switch, but then what turns the heater off so it doesn't just sit and heat water for hours? The two I'm looking at are an Atwood for $345 and a Suburban for $350 ...but the Atwood comes with a door, a $50 value. I've never so much as touched an RV heater before, so any input welcome...and it's not like those 2 choices are anything more than the result of a few nights googling + Amazoning, so open to other choices... Thanks!3.5KViews0likes15CommentsRe: Backup camera with two monitors?
Joe417 wrote: There are hundreds of different cameras and systems.(backup systems) Sounds like what you are looking for needs to also be IR compatible. Indeed there are hundreds...my online shopping efforts end each time moments before my head explodes ;) Curious what you mean by IR compatible? Most cameras have IR for night vision, but IR for wireless connectivity isn't something I've seen. Perhaps due to it being outside the visible light spectrum... ;)240Views0likes0CommentsBackup camera with two monitors?
Hello! Long time ghoster, first time poster... I'm in process of converting a box truck to an RV and would really like a camera system that allows for 3 cameras and will display on two separate monitors. I want to obviously see backup and side cam while driving, but would also like to use cameras as security and surveillance when I'm in back camper. At this point, DVR isn't necessary, but might be nice to have. I will have a PC in back, so something that feeds into a PC for 2nd display would be cool if it exists. Most of my searches that meet criteria end up being home systems that are POE (power over ethernet, 48v). So any links, suggestions or recommendations would be much appreciated!903Views0likes3Comments
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