tbod
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Post by tbod on Apr 23, 2020 16:43:42 GMT -5
With Canada's Covid-19 distancing requirements, I have lots of spare time.... Went to local Metal supermarket, prior to Covid, welded up fitted and disassebled last fall. Then during the Covid distancing sandblasted, 5 coats of paint later...... bolted it onto the front A frame. It looks like it's factory made. Here are some pics of the build. |
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Post by tbod on Apr 24, 2020 15:00:18 GMT -5
I added the extra batteries to power the 2800w magnum inverter/charger. Our camper is parked on a permanent site without power, water or sewer. I installed 200w solar system and have 200w more I might add this summer. Attachments:
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ZanderMan
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Post by ZanderMan on May 22, 2020 11:18:16 GMT -5
The solar power is a cool idea, I may check into that.
I'm curious about the 'permanent site ... no sewer' comment... How do you handle dumps?
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Post by jetzen on May 22, 2020 19:34:35 GMT -5
The solar power is a cool idea, I may check into that. I'm curious about the 'permanent site ... no sewer' comment... How do you handle dumps? Honey dipppers...Or technically a pump out service. |
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tbod
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Post by tbod on May 23, 2020 1:40:13 GMT -5
Zanderman,
I use a sewer caddy (amazon) and walk it 1/4 mile to the dump site takes about 1.5hr round trip with cleanup and storage. I also have another option...... it's a 12v marine grinder pump , it connects to camper hookup then pumps to the outhouse 120" downhill.... 1" (black pvc hose) I haven't attempted this method yet, maybe this summer..... when noboby is looking...Maybe....
I always drain black first then drain grey to rinse tank. I guess it would be the same procedure with grinder pump.
Our Solar Setup and Draws
We use this setup like a cabin on weekends also when I'm not working head out during the weekdays. The Solar charge is adequate and battery draw is not huge when we are not out there but it's enough to run my internet, wifi solar security cam, and gas fridge 24/7 all while still having fully charged batteries when I arrive. Due to trees, my solar panels only get 2-3hrs of direct sunlight a day and another 3-5 of indirect this is why i'd like to find an area for the additional 200w of panels. When i'm out at the Lake lot I can use almost everything but not AC, electric heater, microwave or fireplace. I might have to start my 4000w inverter once a day for heavy draw items. BTW this is North Western Canada so no real need for AC... maybe.... maybe used AC for 1-3 days a summer ....sometimes not once a summer....
Solar system setup....
30amp MPPT charge controler c/w fuses etc (Ebay)
200w mono solar panels with 200w more to add at later date. (Canadian tire)
2awg gauge welding cables c/w quick connects to run to panels that are 45' away from mppt controler (local welding supply)
2800 magnum Charger/Inverter with remote panel mounted by wall beside thermostat (RV dealer installed and most expensive item $5,000CAD/3500USD)
1/0 battery cables to tie together the 6v batteries I cut to length and sodered (local elecrtical supplier)
4 6v GC2 Batteries hooked in series and parellel to get 12v system (Just about need replacing)
I have tiny 300w Pure sine inverter to run my internet and WiFi solar cam 24/7 this comes off the solar MPPT controler and wired to work when Coach batteries are off.
jetzen,
No real viable $ option for honey truck out here the cost would be crazy so i'm good with pumping out myself it isn't bad, I grew up farming in Northern Saskatewan and have no issues dealing with sewer...... Pigs, Cattle, Chickens.... People... Poop is all the same.
I have a 50gal fresh water tank and 110v electric pump to haul water in from town. usually once every 2 weekends(depending on wife)
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Post by Baron Von Blurple on May 25, 2021 13:11:24 GMT -5
Nice clean install. If only I knew a welder.
I too am permanently parked and have my 2 of my 4 sitting on the ground. However, I am thinking of going with 2 x L-16s when my 4 golf carts need replacing. Maybe those will fit in the stock spot.
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Post by Baron Von Blurple on Jun 21, 2021 10:42:12 GMT -5
I have completed my tongue extension 1 inch plywood doubled up Some scrap angle iron 8 x 3 inch bolts 8 x nuts 8 x 2 inch wood screws 16 x washers From this  To this  Sorry for the sideways pics...I don't know how to flip. |
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tbod
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Post by tbod on Nov 25, 2021 21:45:30 GMT -5
Baron Von Blurple- With you having a permanent site that setup looks great, but traveling down the road i'd be a little concerned. Even though my site is permanent, I like the option of pulling my camper out any time with minimal packup.
First of all lets be clear, I'm not an electrician or solar power expert. From my research having a 2000 inverter the cables in the pics may be too small between batteries (both the series and parallel) for the amount of amps your 12v to 120v Inverter may draw, Increasing the size of cables should help with drawing power from your 12v system.
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