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Following. Great ideas. I too like the modularity. Can't wait to see the first prototype. I'll put my built/purchase on hold for now in anticipation for the release.
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There are folks who have created some outstanding DIY solutions that seem similar to what you’re doing. You all might want to check this and other threads out:
https://expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/another-diy-portable-power-pack.219692/#post-2860254
https://expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/another-diy-portable-power-pack.219692/#post-2860254
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Compared to other options available the only benefit I see is buying it off the shelf
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There is no benefit to it. It is too heavy, and despite what my friend above says the specs in the link provided say 24 hours to charge and MSRP is $700 per the link provided. It is not weatherproof so so it has to have a spot inside a vehicle or tent. Lead acid technology is outdated and, for our intended use, obsolete.
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You are entitled to your opinion...but how do you get your cords out of the Pellican case and it still be weatherproof? The link was not for an AC100 it was for an AC 660. I said “for our purposes lead acid is obsolete “ and I stand by it. 660 watt hours is only 55 Ah and lead acid limits you to about 50% of rated capacity. 27 amp hours is not enough to power a fridge, a few lights and charge your cell phone. The most efficient refrigerators use about 1Ah. I use may LiFePO4 batteries, that only weight 30 pounds, to do all of the above and power my CPAP. Average CPAP is about 4.5Ah so the largest Duracell will not even make it through a single night without recharging. Yes if you want to start your car a lead acid will work. If you want to do anything else with an auxiliary power source they totally suck.
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Not sure if any of you looked at the link I provided (above) and the details - using a Milwaukee Pack-Out Box with thru-wall connections and lots of features...
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That is really sweet
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I love seeing solutions like this!
My biggest pet peeve is setting up camp in a perfect spot with no one around, then another camper show up. My second biggest pet peeve is that camper being noisy...one way they are noisy is firing up a generator or leaving their vehicle running.
My biggest pet peeve is setting up camp in a perfect spot with no one around, then another camper show up. My second biggest pet peeve is that camper being noisy...one way they are noisy is firing up a generator or leaving their vehicle running.
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If it does everything TennesseePA says it does then I would buy it. And it would be a good deal at that price.
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If this was installed in a trailer would it be able to charge thru the trailer wiring ?
Not sure if that even makes sense but I’d rather have it in my trailer than my truck bed.
Not sure if that even makes sense but I’d rather have it in my trailer than my truck bed.
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Yes it can be mounted in a trailer. The installation kit includes enough cable to run to the rear of your vehicle. Install an Anderson plug on the trailer and cable to the unit and your good to go. The built in DC-DC charger will handle it from there.
The before mentioned troll didn’t really help with your question directed to me. I really wish said troll would go away but it looks like we are stuck with His Majesty King of the Idiots.
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https://tucson.com/news/local/north...cle_cde9a1dc-cee2-59f7-a157-2e428434078d.html
Here is a little press and a video of me in one of my machines.
Here is a little press and a video of me in one of my machines.
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As far as the product we are going to offer I am also exploring the idea of a cable that will reach back up to the front to power the winch or use as a jump system. The ability to self jump or nose nose jump a buddy has been mentioned a few times. Also the ability to self recover in the event of engine or electrical failure is one of my own thoughts.
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OK we are back to some normalcy here. Sorry for the brief interlude.
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I am a total noob when it comes to portable power and am not ready to commit to a fridge in my rig yet, but did need something for a cpap...I purchased this
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08FJ24265/ref=emc_b_5_t
I'm hoping it will fit my needs. I don't actually plan to camp for multiple days at a time and will drive for several hours each day between overnights...I will use the vehicle and maybe a solar panel to charge it, but $600 compared to $1900 seems like a big jump...
I am only asking for education as I don't really understand most of this. I'm sure if you are indeed camping for days at a time and running a fridge/freezer, you need additional capacity in your batteries, but is your setup overkill for most people?
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08FJ24265/ref=emc_b_5_t
I'm hoping it will fit my needs. I don't actually plan to camp for multiple days at a time and will drive for several hours each day between overnights...I will use the vehicle and maybe a solar panel to charge it, but $600 compared to $1900 seems like a big jump...
I am only asking for education as I don't really understand most of this. I'm sure if you are indeed camping for days at a time and running a fridge/freezer, you need additional capacity in your batteries, but is your setup overkill for most people?
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