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Re: Adding batteries
The WF-9855 is the problem no doubt but I'm reading that the factory wiring is also notoriously under sized, my converter to batteries distance is around 20+ft. so to narrow it down I need to meter the converter output voltage, if it's 14+V it's a wiring issue. Starting to take a look at these other converter brands...390Views0likes0CommentsAdding batteries
Well my WF-9855 converter is behaving just like everyone says, no bulk charge available regardless of SOC. And as usual it's gotta be the garbage factory wiring, it's 20+ ft. to tongue mounted Interstate (two 6V 206Ahr total) batteries using undersized cables that of course require a lot of work just to find never mind replace! Can I install two Trojan T-105's with 1/0 welding cable to the converters present location, a run of about 6'. Wanna leave the front mounted Interstates in the circuit, I can manually charge them occasionally directly from the posts to bring them to 100% charge. The Trojen batteries setup will allow the WF-9855 to run its 3 stage charge cycle. Will this cause trouble for the converter? I look at the 2nd battery bank as a solar setup, the Trojans should dictate SOC perameters to converter (max 14.2V for 4 hrs) and the Interstates up front would benefit from the proper charge cycle. The Trojens are rated at 225 Ahr. so there is a 19 Ahr difference in the battery banks, is this a problem? Two more Inerstates be a better choice? The simple fix is to relocate the front mounted batteries closer to the converter with proper cabling but if I can double my Ahr capacity with a 2nd battery bank I would seriously consider it. Their separate distances from converter is potentially the problem as I see it. Any thoughts?4.2KViews0likes10CommentsExercise my generator?
Hi to all, I'm curious about this "exercising" a generator. Do I full load it once/month minimum and for how long? Concern here is it has been in storage all winter, never run so what is best coarse of action going into busy camping season? Enjoy your day!6.8KViews0likes31CommentsRe: Generator recharges batteries
RoyB is kinda telling my story, my generator will be used every morning for breakfast, charging tablets etc. so by letting it run for 2-3 hrs I can then rely on batteries till bedtime. My WF-9855 is a 3 stage charger, 14.4 bulk, 13.6 Abs.,and 13.2 Float. No equalize unfortunately. How do I measure the amps going into the batteries? At their posts? Could I install an amp meter into the distribution panel to monitor SOC? Appreciate the comments folks.531Views0likes0CommentsGenerator recharges batteries
Hi everyone, I use my Honda 3000is to recharge batteries but for how long do I run geny? I have 2 6V batteries with 206 Ahr total. I've learned that batteries max charge amps should be 25% of Ahr rating so my WF-9855 converter is a good fit, puts out 55 amps. So if my batteries are say 50% discharged would 2 hrs generator run recharge my batteries enough to use? This assumes no significant 12V draw on the converter so it's delivering 50+ amps to battery bank. Trying to weigh the costs of continued generator use compared to the solar investment. Perhaps a combo of both would do the trick. I know it takes hours to reach 100% charge but aiming for that 80%+ range, reuse lightly then recharge. Repeat. Any thoughts? Thanks for the feedback.2.5KViews0likes14CommentsRe: Should TT Brakes Lock Up
Am I to understand that after the break in period with our new trailer I should be able to spin a tire and it will rotate 3/4 turn then stop when my brakes are properly adjusted. Is this star wheel adjustable without removing the wheel, ie accessible from back side of hub? Thanks, this is all new to me.159Views0likes0Comments
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