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Forum: Towing and Hitching 12-04-2017, 10:23 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,099
Posted By Santiago
Hi, as I stated earlier, I made a mistake on the...

Hi, as I stated earlier, I made a mistake on the gauge it is not 6 AWG, it is 8 AWG and is the trailer's battery charge line leading to the 7 pin Bargman connector on the hitch. This is where tug...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 01-13-2017, 12:23 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,099
Posted By Santiago
Paul, its the electric refrigerator that needs...

Paul, its the electric refrigerator that needs constant supply of 12vdc. Wife and I are energy frugal and can get by with a headlamp and Coleman one burner stove.
Forum: Towing and Hitching 01-12-2017, 09:46 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,099
Posted By Santiago
Hi Paul, If you are adding roof panels you...

Hi Paul,

If you are adding roof panels you likely do not need to charge while driving. It depends on how you intend to use your trailer. In my case we like to travel all over and will spend a bit...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 01-12-2017, 08:37 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,099
Posted By Santiago
Hi Paul. Me too ! I know little to nothing...

Hi Paul. Me too !

I know little to nothing on the Ctek but I see it on Amazon all the time.

Am about to place an order for Redarc BCDC 1240 LV ( low voltage model required for variable voltage...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 01-09-2017, 09:02 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,099
Posted By Santiago
Hi Eric, When I decided to look at a more...

Hi Eric,

When I decided to look at a more simple charging route I did a lot of reading on the subject.
The alternator does not deliver one constant voltage. newer vehicle models are good at...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 01-09-2017, 08:41 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,099
Posted By Santiago
Well ... after more research and detailed calcs I...

Well ... after more research and detailed calcs I have reversed my plan to use an inverter to power the trailer's 120vac charging system while towing only. The allure of easy 14 ga 120v 6amp wiring...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 01-08-2017, 09:02 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,099
Posted By Santiago
Correct. I am abandoning tow vehicle 12vdc...

Correct. I am abandoning tow vehicle 12vdc charging. Will have pure sine inverter duplicate a genset while towing allowing all the benefits of 3 stage charging.
Forum: Towing and Hitching 01-08-2017, 08:44 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,099
Posted By Santiago
Hi Russ, I agree ETI using 6 ga is good design,...

Hi Russ, I agree ETI using 6 ga is good design, unfortunately they can not control the wire gauge the vehicle manufacturer installs and its usually inadequate. I will disconnect the Escape 12vdc 6ga...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 01-08-2017, 11:10 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,099
Posted By Santiago
Sent ETI email, will know soon. Nothing broken...

Sent ETI email, will know soon. Nothing broken just want to know why such a high capacity charge line to the battery assuming that is what it is.

Will post answer. Thank you
Forum: Towing and Hitching 01-07-2017, 09:42 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,099
Posted By Santiago
Purpose of 6ga hot wire from converter/charger to hitch

Hello, snooping around getting familiar with my Classic 21ft, I noticed a red 6ga from converted/charger leading to a junction box mounted outside and below trailer's front bed area up front. The box...
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