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Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-29-2017, 06:11 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 28,008
Posted By Kountrykamper
If the voltage of the battery is down low enough...

If the voltage of the battery is down low enough this converter will go to 14.6 automatically. If you use a generator and place it manually in the boost mode it will run for up to 4 hours and charge...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-28-2017, 05:36 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 28,008
Posted By Kountrykamper
Double post

Double post
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-28-2017, 05:30 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 28,008
Posted By Kountrykamper
I have dual 6 volt. You can boost it to 14.6 for...

I have dual 6 volt. You can boost it to 14.6 for 4 hours manually. Unless you want to get into a major upgrade your not going to get more than that. For $200 and about 30 minutes time you get a 100%...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-28-2017, 12:10 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 28,008
Posted By Kountrykamper
Not to get this whole thing going again but...

Not to get this whole thing going again but thought I would report on the Progressive Dynamics now called Wildcat that I installed. It is still a Progressive Dynamics renamed Wildcat for Best...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-08-2017, 02:22 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 28,008
Posted By Kountrykamper
See the graphs on the attached instructions. One...

See the graphs on the attached instructions. One of the advantages of this converter is that you can put it in the boost mode for a few hours while running on a generator and get the batteries up to...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-08-2017, 07:27 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 28,008
Posted By Kountrykamper
"Progressive Dynamics manufactures it...

"Progressive Dynamics manufactures it exclusively" being the key words.

Ours had a PD label on it.

Randy sells enough converters he has had PD modify the kit so you only get want you need for...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-07-2017, 08:03 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 28,008
Posted By Kountrykamper
This is the proper kit and instructions. This kit...

This is the proper kit and instructions. This kit is only sold by Best Converter. It does NOT come with a DC board and DOES come with the remote. No board change is necessary with this kit.
...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-07-2017, 07:06 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 28,008
Posted By Kountrykamper
I folded it up and tie wrapped it so I'm not sure...

I folded it up and tie wrapped it so I'm not sure but at least 24".
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-06-2017, 09:20 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 28,008
Posted By Kountrykamper
It was hard to take any pictures of the install...

It was hard to take any pictures of the install because of having the power off and working with a flashlight. This is a picture of the remote installed in the panel.
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-06-2017, 05:12 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 28,008
Posted By Kountrykamper
I received the Progressive Dynamics kit and...

I received the Progressive Dynamics kit and installed it today. I took about 45 minutes like Carl mentioned because I cleaned up some wires and had to decide where to mount the remote. I ended up...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-05-2017, 06:08 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 28,008
Posted By Kountrykamper
I agree.:thumb:

I agree.:thumb:
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-04-2017, 08:11 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 28,008
Posted By Kountrykamper
The 12 volt circuits do come straight off the...

The 12 volt circuits do come straight off the battery through the 12 volt board. The converter is also hooked the the same board and charges the battery through the board. The converter could affect...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-04-2017, 05:25 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 28,008
Posted By Kountrykamper
He says his kit is different because it includes...

He says his kit is different because it includes the remote and not the fuse board but I did not check.
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-04-2017, 04:34 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 28,008
Posted By Kountrykamper
He gave some good information on charging dual 6...

He gave some good information on charging dual 6 volts and what it takes to get them fully charged. There are some charts at the bottom of the link I posted with the time it takes at different...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-04-2017, 04:20 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 28,008
Posted By Kountrykamper
He is in business to sell converters so I'm sure...

He is in business to sell converters so I'm sure that's his sell today. He did push the PD six years ago when I bought one.
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-04-2017, 12:08 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 28,008
Posted By Kountrykamper
Randy from Best Converter just called back and...

Randy from Best Converter just called back and explained the difference in the Boondocker and Progressive Dynamics. He says the PD is made in the USA and you get what you pay for. It no longer...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-04-2017, 10:23 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 28,008
Posted By Kountrykamper
Carl sent me a PM and said his Progressive...

Carl sent me a PM and said his Progressive Dynamics is a new style and did not require the 12 fuse board to be replaced like they did in the past. That would do exactly what I am looking to do. Be...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-04-2017, 09:54 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 28,008
Posted By Kountrykamper
The only reason I would want to do this it is to...

The only reason I would want to do this it is to hook a generator up if needed for a shorter time. We only have 120 watts of portable solar so being able to run a generator for a couple hours with...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-03-2017, 07:28 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 28,008
Posted By Kountrykamper
Missed that post. Thanks

Missed that post. Thanks
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-03-2017, 07:07 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 28,008
Posted By Kountrykamper
Did you install the boondocker? If so how do you...

Did you install the boondocker? If so how do you like it?
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-03-2017, 06:44 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 28,008
Posted By Kountrykamper
What I read is the boondocker is a quick swap...

What I read is the boondocker is a quick swap with just 5 wires and the progressive dynamics requires the board to be changed also.

If I remember correctly it was the progressive dynamics I...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-03-2017, 03:38 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 28,008
Posted By Kountrykamper
Yeah, I had AGM in our Casita and they were...

Yeah, I had AGM in our Casita and they were great. I am having a hard time swallowing the money for 2-6 volt since ours are in the storage box and brand new.

I am interested in a better converter...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-03-2017, 02:02 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 28,008
Posted By Kountrykamper
Is the Progressive Dynamics better because of the...

Is the Progressive Dynamics better because of the manual operation it allows or is there something else?
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-03-2017, 01:17 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 28,008
Posted By Kountrykamper
So these will kick into boost (bulk) before the...

So these will kick into boost (bulk) before the WFCO or do it more often?
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-03-2017, 12:08 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 28,008
Posted By Kountrykamper
X2 I just can't figure out the benefit of...

X2

I just can't figure out the benefit of switching. If it had a higher change rate for the regular charge cycle to meet the interstate dual 6 volt specs (14.7) maybe I could see it. Both have a...
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