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Forum: Modifications and Alterations 09-11-2021, 07:45 AM
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Posted By rubicon327
Not exactly sure what you are trying to...

Not exactly sure what you are trying to accomplish but if you are aiming for 60A you may be able to wire two Victron 30A units in parallel.
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 08-05-2021, 10:22 PM
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Posted By rubicon327
Thanks Jon!

Thanks Jon!
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 08-05-2021, 10:21 PM
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Posted By rubicon327
Thanks Gus. Now that you mention it I remember...

Thanks Gus. Now that you mention it I remember Xantrex tech support recommended that too. GFCI outlets trip at a low threshold of about 4 to 6ma whereas the breakers can go up to around 30ma. Is that...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 08-05-2021, 09:53 PM
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Posted By rubicon327
It’s definitely the Xantrex Freedom unit coupled...

It’s definitely the Xantrex Freedom unit coupled with the mini-split in operation. Proven by removing the input and output AC wires and connecting them to make a circuit straight from power center to...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 08-05-2021, 03:01 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 38,786
Posted By rubicon327
Minor annoyance with new system

While doing some extensive testing of the system I figured out that a house GFCI outlet trips when the Xantrex inverter/charger is in grid mode (shore power pass-through) and my mini-split A/C is...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 08-03-2021, 11:13 PM
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Posted By rubicon327
DC-DC charger is installed and tested. Mounted...

DC-DC charger is installed and tested. Mounted nicely within the DS bench seat after adding an add’l 1”x2” wood strip on inner bench face. Advertised as an 18A charger but only provided 10A to the...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 08-03-2021, 02:49 PM
Replies: 261
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Posted By rubicon327
Dave: Hoping you can help as I set up my Xantrex...

Dave: Hoping you can help as I set up my Xantrex Freedom XC to treat the Bestgo lithium properly. I have great flexibility in the parameters which is one of the reasons I went with this unit.

Low...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 08-02-2021, 10:11 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 38,786
Posted By rubicon327
Moment of truth

Finished the A/C wiring. Ceremoniously pulled the shore power plug. Let my son turn the inverter on and the Freedom XC display lit up! Tested an outlet, microwave and mini-split A/C in battery...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 08-02-2021, 09:34 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 38,786
Posted By rubicon327
Alan: I think you might just be splitting hairs....

Alan: I think you might just be splitting hairs. Our applications don’t even come close to these limitations. 4/0 is already really big and therefore expensive. Unless there was some very compelling...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 08-02-2021, 11:41 AM
Replies: 261
Views: 38,786
Posted By rubicon327
Thanks Brian. Thought about that....

Thanks Brian.



Thought about that. Maybe not totally ideal but I saw many installations by AM Solar where it is in a storage area with the other components. The wooden seat support is there...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 08-01-2021, 10:10 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 38,786
Posted By rubicon327
DC wiring complete

All 4/0 DC wiring from Xantrex inverter/charger to lithium battery is now complete. Takes quite a bit of time when working with such large wiring. Since it is welding cable it is very flexible so was...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 07-30-2021, 08:33 AM
Replies: 261
Views: 38,786
Posted By rubicon327
You got me. The 3/8" hole is a little large for...

You got me. The 3/8" hole is a little large for the Bestgo terminal bolt. It's torqued down real good and I'm figuring that the primary contact is the bottom face of the lug with the top of the post....
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 07-29-2021, 09:43 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 38,786
Posted By rubicon327
Thanks guys. Doesn’t seem like much but excited...

Thanks guys. Doesn’t seem like much but excited to get my first 4/0 crimps under my belt on the negative line between shunt and battery and getting the Victron BMV-712 battery monitor online.
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 07-28-2021, 10:43 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 38,786
Posted By rubicon327
Moving along...

Finally getting back to the upgrade project. Removed the dual 6V lead acid batteries and battery box and got the Bestgo 400AH lithium mounted. As a test I hooked up the battery and moved the jumper...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 07-07-2021, 08:03 AM
Replies: 261
Views: 38,786
Posted By rubicon327
Dave: Will usually doesn't mention pricing...

Dave: Will usually doesn't mention pricing because it is always evolving. I wouldn't take much stock in the pricing comparison. I do see the 206AH SOK online for just over $1000 so that makes it...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 07-06-2021, 09:33 PM
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Posted By rubicon327
Dave: I have to thank you again for introducing...

Dave: I have to thank you again for introducing me to the Bestgo battery. It changed the whole trajectory of my lithium install. I knew it was a quality build from the information you shared and that...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 07-06-2021, 09:20 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 38,786
Posted By rubicon327
Only 1A because that just happens to be the...

Only 1A because that just happens to be the output of the only lithium compatible charger/maintainer I have that isn’t mounted in the trailer.
https://no.co/genius1
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 07-06-2021, 08:58 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 38,786
Posted By rubicon327
89#. Not bad for 400AH IMO. The battery is...

89#. Not bad for 400AH IMO. The battery is actually derated so most of those are usable amp-hours. Compare that to 130# for dual 6V lead acid Interstates with really only 115AH usable (@ 50% max...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 07-06-2021, 05:34 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 38,786
Posted By rubicon327
Bestgo 400 AH lithium battery finally arrived on...

Bestgo 400 AH lithium battery finally arrived on 6/24! One day shy of 12 weeks from date of order. Arrived in perfect condition at about 30% charge. Put it on a 1A trickle charge with a...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 06-03-2021, 09:22 AM
Replies: 261
Views: 38,786
Posted By rubicon327
Thanks for sharing this. Good to see some...

Thanks for sharing this. Good to see some optimism about this battery but I agree you have to decipher what is meaningful and what is fluff sometimes in these videos. The capacity test was helpful....
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 05-28-2021, 04:47 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 38,786
Posted By rubicon327
Rich: Your point is well taken. Semievolved who...

Rich: Your point is well taken. Semievolved who tested the 400AH Bestgo lithium battery provided the following when he performed his own test on the battery at a 10A discharge which is inline with...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 05-28-2021, 04:34 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 38,786
Posted By rubicon327
Besides that Jim!

Besides that Jim!
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 05-28-2021, 11:47 AM
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Posted By rubicon327
I heard the mosquitos can be bad too. I'll have...

I heard the mosquitos can be bad too. I'll have bug spray, a Clam enclosure and probably pick up a Thermacell mosquito repellent device. Any other suggestions?
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 05-27-2021, 11:53 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 38,786
Posted By rubicon327
Thanks Alan. Getting close to the point where I...

Thanks Alan. Getting close to the point where I really need the battery so might be time for a break anyhow. I’m getting nervous because I have 2-3 weeks more after it hits the mainland and I really...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 05-27-2021, 09:03 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 38,786
Posted By rubicon327
Work in progress

...and to think I’m going to try to get out camping with the kids this weekend!
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