Hello Jay, I’m curious what panel you’re planning to use. How many panels will you be running, and what is the total wattage? I want to make sure the controller I recommended is properly sized for your setup. Right now, your camper has the Go Power…
Hello Chuck, The correct screen for the Go Power MPPT Solar Charge Controller – PowerTrak – 12V and 24V – 30 Amp #GP32QR is the Go Power PowerTrak Screen – Touchscreen RV Control Panel – Auto-Dimming – Multi-Orientation #GP64XR. The Go Power!…
It sure can Drew! The Onan Generator - QG 7000i Onboard RV Generator item #CM44MR is the same size as the 5500-watt Onan generator. It measures 33-5/8" long x 22-1/8" wide x 16-3/4" tall and weighs 201 lbs. What kind of RV do you have?…
Great question, Sonia. Yes, the #GP85QR charger can be configured for lithium, AGM, or flooded lead-acid, and you can adjust those settings through the remote or the app. Once set, the inverter remembers the profile, even if you disconnect the…
You will need a different converter charger if you are going to lithium batteries, which is what I believe you are asking. The right one will depend on how many amp hours you need though, like the 100 amp-hour #34282738. I have added a link below to…
Hey Brad! I just went over this with Dometic/Go Power and you will need several wiring harnesses in addition to the #GP74XR you already picked up. To connect the Go Power PowerTrak Screen #GP64XR, Pure Sine Wave Inverter Charger #GP85QR, and MPPT…
Yes, Marsha, that’s exactly what the #GP85QR is built for. Unlike the single-leg 30A #GP44XR, this one outputs on both legs, so it ties directly into a 50A distribution panel and supplies up to 3,000 W (not going to power the entire AC system of…
Steve, for the #GP44XR (along with other models like the #GP85QR and #GP94XR) you’ll want at least 4" of open space on all sides, especially around the fan vents. These units can move a lot of air under load. Mounting it in a ventilated…
Hey Johnathon, welcome back! It is normal for the PowerMax 11-Stage Smart Trickle Charger item #PM49VR to get warm during charging. Especially during the initial bulk charging stage when it works hardest to recharge a drained battery. You should…
Hi Ric; using a converter that is not rated for lithium is not recommended. Your existing WFCO converter won't be able to fully charger a battery like #34282738, it could overheat, and might trip the BMS which would shut the battery down until it…
Hey Robert, glad to hear the project is coming together! Great question on the etrailer PWM Solar Charge Controller #e42PR , those “Solar Appliance” aka 12V appliance terminals are essentially a load output from the controller. They’re designed to…
Yes, with a little planning. You can park in the shade and run the Rich Solar Mega 200w Portable Solar Panel #RS85FR out 15–20 feet into a sunny patch with an extension like Rich Solar 20 Foot #RS62FR. That’s what Kyle and Marissa do with their RTT…
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