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Old 01-01-2018, 08:18 PM   #21
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I would think that if you want a specific inverter, you would have to ask if they are willing to do and then supply it to them.

Regardless of what is stated on this forum, and the date of that posting, ETI can change their mind on which specific components they use at any time. They have gone back and forth on some things. So, if you order the ETI 1500w inverter option, you are not getting a specific model. You would get the model they have chosen to install that day. And they could install something else on the next trailer on the line.

I got the ETI 1500w inverter and transfer switch option. Besides the nice feature that all my outlets are powered, I can also say that ETI did an excellent job. The wiring is VERY neat and tight. The equipment is closely spaced, securely mounted and I can take comfort in knowing that it meets any applicable wiring standard. If there is trouble, I can lean on ETI to address it. All making it worth any cost difference.
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Old 01-01-2018, 08:57 PM   #22
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Regardless of what is stated on this forum, and the date of that posting, ETI can change their mind on which specific components they use at any time.
Well sure they can, but they don't change component brands frequently.

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They have gone back and forth on some things. So, if you order the ETI 1500w inverter option, you are not getting a specific model. You would get the model they have chosen to install that day. And they could install something else on the next trailer on the line.
Doesn't really work that way. They typically don't stock two different brands of the same component. They may change brands on a certain part periodically depending on the supplier, the price, a model discontinuation, or because of some reported issue. But you normally WILL get a specific model, and that model doesn't change frequently - and especially not 'daily'. In the case of 1500W inverters for example, they've only ever used two. Ask them which one you're getting. They'll tell you.
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Old 01-01-2018, 09:55 PM   #23
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My Escape 21 was built in Nov 2017 and I got the GoPower brand inverter.
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Old 01-01-2018, 10:01 PM   #24
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My Escape 21 was built in Nov 2017 and I got the GoPower brand inverter.
Which is in line with what Jon reported as well. So my info that they had "switched back" to the Samlex (the one I have) was incorrect. Looks like they've been using the GoPower for some time. If I were concerned about which one would be installed on an upcoming build, I'd just ask.
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Which is in line with what Jon reported as well. So my info that they had "switched back" to the Samlex (the one I have) was incorrect. Looks like they've been using the GoPower for some time. If I were concerned about which one would be installed on an upcoming build, I'd just ask.
It was the GoPower that they went back to, having used it before the Samlex. But maybe you know that.
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Old 01-01-2018, 11:33 PM   #26
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It was the GoPower that they went back to, having used it before the Samlex. But maybe you know that.
I didn't, but thanks. Mine was the Samlex, and the trailer was built in January 2015. So they must have used the GoPower sometime before that in 2014 or earlier? The only one I ever heard mentioned or saw pictures of at that time (June of 2014 or so) was the Samlex.
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Old 01-02-2018, 07:28 AM   #27
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Thanks for all the info folks! I have emailed ETI to find out what they will be installing for inverter, solar controller, batteries so that I can determine that it will all be compatible and offer good performance. Will post info when I receive it in case anyone else is interested. Thanks again!
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Old 01-02-2018, 12:02 PM   #28
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Be careful with too broad a question Carl, and who you ask. There have been a few cases of incorrect information supplied in response to a query, and they have sometimes resulted in panicked comments on the forum (only to find out later that the concerns were unfounded). Reace is usually the most reliable source.
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Old 01-02-2018, 12:55 PM   #29
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Be careful with too broad a question Carl, and who you ask. There have been a few cases of incorrect information supplied in response to a query, and they have sometimes resulted in panicked comments on the forum (only to find out later that the concerns were unfounded). Reace is usually the most reliable source.
Yeah, I'm sure that has happened! I did ask multiple very specific questions so, hopefully, the info I get back will be meaningful and correct ;-)
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Old 08-16-2018, 11:30 AM   #30
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Inverter w/built-in transfer switch

I'm thinking of adding a 1500w inverter to my 19 so while towing I can run my 2-way fridge on 110v, not the propane. Does anyone use an inverter that has a built-in transfer switch? If so, your thoughts? Jim
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Old 08-16-2018, 12:02 PM   #31
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I use the inverter/transfer switch that was an option that we ordered from the factory. It's not a built in transfer switch, it's a separate unit. I've not heard of an inverter with a built in transfer switch but that doesn't mean they don't exist.


I'm curious why you don't want to run the refrigerator on propane while driving? Would you mind sharing your reasons?
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Old 08-16-2018, 12:04 PM   #32
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I'm thinking of adding a 1500w inverter to my 19 so while towing I can run my 2-way fridge on 110v, not the propane. Does anyone use an inverter that has a built-in transfer switch? If so, your thoughts? Jim
See post #2 for my solution. It's pretty easy to install the inverter and a simple transfer switch. I have to say, after towing with my fridge on propane for tens of thousands of miles, that's not the reason I have an inverter.

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Thank you...it's just a personal preference...I'm just not comfortable driving with the propane system on. Blue ice works great for us on our short trips but we plan on doing some longer trips down the road. Jim
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skimmed a couple articles suggesting a 2-way RV fridge on 120V will be using 5-10 kWH/day. at 12V with inverter conversion efficiencies, thats 50-100 amp/hours per day, or 2-4 amps/hour averaged over time..

my tacoma couldn't provide enough current via the 7-blade tow plug to keep the tiny DC fridge in my Casita 16 running without running down the trailer battery.
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Old 08-16-2018, 03:44 PM   #35
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Most people i know have not been pleased with towing on battery power for their refrigerator could not keep the battery charged and arrived with almost dead battery at campground. But with good solar maybe it would work?
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I thought the issue was that 12v operation never got the unit hot enough, as in propane to get the coolant to work, regardless of the battery or cable size.
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The main problem is that you arrive at camp with a depleted battery. That's why I was advised by Reace to go with AC/Propane.
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skimmed a couple articles suggesting a 2-way RV fridge on 120V will be using 5-10 kWH/day. at 12V with inverter conversion efficiencies, thats 50-100 amp*hours per day, or 2-4 amps averaged over time..

my tacoma couldn't provide enough current via the 7-blade tow plug to keep the tiny DC fridge in my Casita 16 running without running down the trailer battery.
corrected my units notation above, couldn't edit the original when I realized what I'd typed (its not amp/hours, its amp*hours ...)
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skimmed a couple articles suggesting a 2-way RV fridge on 120V will be using 5-10 kWH/day. at 12V with inverter conversion efficiencies, thats 50-100 amp/hours per day, or 2-4 amps/hour averaged over time..

my tacoma couldn't provide enough current via the 7-blade tow plug to keep the tiny DC fridge in my Casita 16 running without running down the trailer battery.
I'm hoping my solar will keep the batteries charged while towing since I'm only going to be powering the fridge which has a 1.3A rated input current and 293W rated input power using a 1500W inverter.
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The inverter itself eats power.
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