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ScottHouchens 
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Joined: 09 Feb 2017 Online Status: Offline Posts: 2 |
 Calendar Event: Battery ChargingPosted: 09 Feb 2017 at 11:19pm |
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I think converter will be best choice.
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Scott L Houchens
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Mikefitz
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Joined: 05 Nov 2016 Location: Arizona Online Status: Offline Posts: 8 |
Posted: 08 Feb 2017 at 7:41pm |
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I want to thank everyone for your input. I had it all wrong and I'm really glad I asked. Thanks everyone.
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john in idaho
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Joined: 04 Nov 2014 Location: Eagle Idaho Online Status: Offline Posts: 613 |
Posted: 08 Feb 2017 at 6:49pm |
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Remember to check the water. I keep a jug of distilled water and a turkey baster in the barn and look in the batteries every 3months - at least that is what I should do. Mine are hooked up to the onboard charger all the time.
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Podster
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Joined: 16 Sep 2014 Location: San Antonio Online Status: Offline Posts: 1108 |
Posted: 08 Feb 2017 at 5:55pm |
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If shore power is available I would use the on-board converter / charger.
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Cliff & Raelynn
Ranger 4.0/178 (1/2 ton 5,800lb tow capacity) |
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mcarter
podders Helping podders - pHp
Joined: 07 Apr 2016 Location: Greenbrier, TN Online Status: Offline Posts: 3419 |
Posted: 08 Feb 2017 at 5:21pm |
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Personally, and I know this doesn't fit everyone's capabilities. I had a 30 amp RV circuit added to my out building. I keep the POD on shore power 24/7. I turn off all the unneeded power. I heat it to 55-60 degrees, and have a DC monitor circuit to see what batt voltage is. It hangs around 13.1 volts. It doesn't get cold enough in northern TN to do anymore than use air pressure to clear water lines. The on board system keeps everything maintained and I use the Pod for invited guests and a place to hang out when I'm at the building. In spring I'll sanitize, flush the tanks, do maintenance to wheels and ready to roll.
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Mike Carter
2015 178 " I had the right to remain silent, I just didn't have the ability." |
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mcarter
podders Helping podders - pHp
Joined: 07 Apr 2016 Location: Greenbrier, TN Online Status: Offline Posts: 3419 |
Posted: 08 Feb 2017 at 5:03pm |
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Just to clarify, I have a Generac IX 2000, believe SH does too. That 12 volt charge circuit is NOT controlled. I actually took it to have it repaired because it read 18 volts prior to hook up to a battery. Probably part of reason for difference in price between Honda and Generac. I agree on board is better.
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Mike Carter
2015 178 " I had the right to remain silent, I just didn't have the ability." |
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StephenH
podders Helping podders - pHp
Joined: 29 Nov 2015 Location: Wake Forest, NC Online Status: Offline Posts: 6418 |
Posted: 08 Feb 2017 at 2:15pm |
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Thanks for the correction.
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StephenH
Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,... ouR escaPOD mods Former RPod 179 Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS |
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CharlieM
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Joined: 23 Nov 2012 Location: N. Colorado Online Status: Offline Posts: 1797 |
Posted: 08 Feb 2017 at 2:12pm |
Not necessarily. For example, the popular Honda EU2000i has a 12V output rated at 8A (96W). In contrast the onboard converter can put out more than 30A at 14V (420W) depending on battery state of charge and wire size. Using the onboard converter is always better than the generator's 12V output. StephenH's other points about regulation and overcharging are very valid. |
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Charlie
Northern Colorado OLD: 2013 RP-172, 2010 Honda Pilot 3.5L 4WD PRESENT: 2014 Camplite 21RBS, 2013 Supercharged Tacoma 4L V6 4WD |
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StephenH
podders Helping podders - pHp
Joined: 29 Nov 2015 Location: Wake Forest, NC Online Status: Offline Posts: 6418 |
Posted: 08 Feb 2017 at 1:56pm |
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Use the converter. It will work just fine and will control the rate of charge. Does your generator have a 12V outlet? If so, you could connect directly, but that would not be controlled. It would be good to add power to the battery quickly, but one would need to monitor it more closely to avoid boiling the batteries.
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StephenH
Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,... ouR escaPOD mods Former RPod 179 Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS |
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Mikefitz
Newbie
Joined: 05 Nov 2016 Location: Arizona Online Status: Offline Posts: 8 |
Posted: 08 Feb 2017 at 1:53pm |
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I'm new to the RV world with a new rpod 179. We are currently adding a generator mounted on a Stromberg tray on the front. I swapped out the single battery for two deep cell batteries. I was wondering if it is best to charge the batteries through the converter or should I use an independent charger attached directly to the batteries. I really appreciate any help.
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