![]() |
|
Post Reply ![]() |
Page <1 56789 33> |
Author | |
texman ![]() Senior Member ![]() ![]() Joined: 24 Jul 2014 Location: TeXas Online Status: Offline Posts: 446 |
![]() Posted: 01 Mar 2017 at 1:59pm |
What is a recommendation for an inverter? What size and a good brand. mainly to run the TV and a CPAP. I know the cpap amperage is widely variable, but just what others have used that works. Where have you mounted the inverter?
|
|
![]() |
|
SC for Huskers ![]() Senior Member ![]() Joined: 22 Feb 2017 Location: Goose Creek, SC Online Status: Offline Posts: 144 |
![]() |
I don't understand why the two 12 deep cycle didn't charge while driving? Now I'm worried, heading out for first trip, and have replaced the excide battery with 2 sears deep cycle, style 24 in parallel. I was told by the dealer my truck will keep them charged. Is there any way you can show me how to hook up the battery switch you got and where you get it? I think you can email me. Thanks
![]() |
|
Happy Traveling,
Tom 2017 172pod 2011 F150 STX |
|
![]() |
|
SC for Huskers ![]() Senior Member ![]() Joined: 22 Feb 2017 Location: Goose Creek, SC Online Status: Offline Posts: 144 |
![]() |
I have to use a Number bed at home because of 3 back operations. My number is 35 ( soft for dips of hips). I called Number Bed and they said to use 8" Memory foam that is flip able. I got it off Amazon, and laid on it once, and didn't hurt my back. I took the bottom bunk mattress and put it on top to the top rack. Wasn't cheep, but you have to be comfortable. Now draw back, cant lift the bed very high go get to storage. I like the idea of roll out drawer. use a stick to hold bed up while getting into the corners.
![]() |
|
Happy Traveling,
Tom 2017 172pod 2011 F150 STX |
|
![]() |
|
MDPaddlersPod ![]() Senior Member ![]() Joined: 06 Jul 2016 Location: Maryland Online Status: Offline Posts: 135 |
![]() |
Where did you get the screens for bees, etc?
|
|
MDPaddlersPod
2017 RPod 179 2002 Silverado1500 |
|
![]() |
|
texman ![]() Senior Member ![]() ![]() Joined: 24 Jul 2014 Location: TeXas Online Status: Offline Posts: 446 |
![]() |
the truck may charge some, depends on the truck and the setup. You do not want to rely on the truck to get your batteries to a full "state of charge". You want the Pod plugged in to shore power to get the proper charge or a battery charger. Are you running the fridge off of batteries while driving? you dont want to do that.
The switch is from Amazon ![]() |
|
![]() |
|
texman ![]() Senior Member ![]() ![]() Joined: 24 Jul 2014 Location: TeXas Online Status: Offline Posts: 446 |
![]() |
Those all came from amazon. look for Camco flying insect screens. Amazon is dangerous and may lead to numerous PodMods.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00C5SGEQO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Camco 42154 Flying Insect Screen for Dometic Refrigerator - Model RS 800 - Pack of 6still trying to post links.... |
|
![]() |
|
riotkayak284 ![]() Senior Member ![]() Joined: 29 Apr 2016 Location: Nashville, TN Online Status: Offline Posts: 162 |
![]() |
It does, thanks for the clarification.
|
|
![]() |
|
MDPaddlersPod ![]() Senior Member ![]() Joined: 06 Jul 2016 Location: Maryland Online Status: Offline Posts: 135 |
![]() |
Thanks for the screen information
|
|
MDPaddlersPod
2017 RPod 179 2002 Silverado1500 |
|
![]() |
|
SC for Huskers ![]() Senior Member ![]() Joined: 22 Feb 2017 Location: Goose Creek, SC Online Status: Offline Posts: 144 |
![]() |
I have a battery charger on them now, and after 30min went to full charge, left on 5 amp overnight. No, I plan on using gas for frig. from Charleston to Perry GA. ( 6hrs max) if I have to, then change over to shore power then go shoping while frig is getting cold. (GA fairgrounds, stores near) ,. I don't know how the charge is kept on the battery,(not that far in the book) but do have 2 solar units that I can run. (again haven't read that far) Still trying to basics like Twin bed, sheets, caulks, hoses with fittings. Got to two battery boxes and batteries ( gel type). Got a quick disconnect for the batteries, but not a switch that you are talking about. Again, can you tell me how to hook it up, if will find it on amazon. don't know how to get an email of a diagram? Thanks for your help. I figured out how to the Iball, and back up under hitch, now for how to back the trailer with the same unit. like I said first time, but this battery thing has thrown me.
|
|
Happy Traveling,
Tom 2017 172pod 2011 F150 STX |
|
![]() |
|
StephenH ![]() podders Helping podders - pHp ![]() ![]() Joined: 29 Nov 2015 Location: Wake Forest, NC Online Status: Offline Posts: 6417 |
![]() |
Reasons why the batteries may not have charged: 1. If you were running the refrigerator on 12V while driving, the power required for that may have meant that there was not sufficient left over to charge the batteries. Cure: Run refrigerator on gas while moving and on AC when connected to shore power. 2. Charging wire of insufficient gauge to carry enough current to charge the batteries. 10 gauge wire is the smallest size that should be used. If available, 8 gauge would be better. 3. Alternator is not putting out sufficient Amperage to meet the needs of both the truck and the R-Pod. 4. Despite dealer's assurance, the 12V supply to the trailer might have a problem. Use a good digital voltmeter to check the trailer connector to see if it has 12V power. There could be a blown or missing fuse. Check this diagram for the pinout on the Bargman Connector. Use the #4 and #1 connections to check. |
|
StephenH
Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,... ouR escaPOD mods Former RPod 179 Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS |
|
![]() |
Post Reply ![]() |
Page <1 56789 33> |
Forum Jump | Forum Permissions ![]() You cannot post new topics in this forum You cannot reply to topics in this forum You cannot delete your posts in this forum You cannot edit your posts in this forum You cannot create polls in this forum You cannot vote in polls in this forum |