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    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? 
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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
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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.
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Where did you get the screens for bees, etc?
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 01 Mar 2017 at 3:34pm
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

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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 01 Mar 2017 at 3:37pm
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 6




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It does, thanks for the clarification.
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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.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 02 Mar 2017 at 1:08pm
Originally posted by SC for Huskers

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

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.
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