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Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 04-29-2016, 09:00 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 25,220
Posted By Ransom
if the escape is ordered with this package domyou...

if the escape is ordered with this package domyou need to specify how many wi44res need to be in the trailer hitch cable?
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-29-2016, 08:57 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,579
Posted By Ransom
do you know where to find the charge parameters...

do you know where to find the charge parameters for thus battery, the specifications? i dont see them on the mahufacturers web site.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-28-2016, 07:45 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,579
Posted By Ransom
I suggest those thinking of solar power consider...

I suggest those thinking of solar power consider the Nova Kool R3800 fridge. It is rated 2.2 amps and at 50% duty cycle I would expect 1.1 amps per hour average, thats about 26 amp hours per 24 hour...
Forum: General Chat 04-26-2016, 09:54 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 12,589
Posted By Ransom
Interesting point of not wanting to put solar...

Interesting point of not wanting to put solar controller in tongue battery box because of heat, but....if it has built in temperature compensation, not remote, it needs to be with the battery. Also,...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-26-2016, 09:36 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 18,287
Posted By Ransom
How much of an issue is it having to give up a...

How much of an issue is it having to give up a shady spot to park to have sun for your panel?

Any idea how much amperage your panel generates when parked in shade?
Forum: General Chat 04-26-2016, 09:11 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 12,589
Posted By Ransom
I'm going to follow Raz's logic. no gas risk, no...

I'm going to follow Raz's logic. no gas risk, no need to poke a vent hole, easy access for solar (need to have battery box big enough for battery and solar controller), more free space inside...
Forum: General Chat 04-25-2016, 10:18 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 12,589
Posted By Ransom
Is your battery box the standard size for your...

Is your battery box the standard size for your battery (eg group 24 battery with group 24 box) and still had room for the controller, or did you have to upsize the box?

Was your battery stolen...
Forum: General Chat 04-25-2016, 07:44 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 12,589
Posted By Ransom
Do you have your battery on your trailer tongue?

What is the advantage of putting your battery there? Did you build a special platform for it?

How do you secure it from theft?

Do you keep other things in your battery box or is it best to get...
Forum: General Chat 04-23-2016, 10:51 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,633
Posted By Ransom
mitzi, richard told me the mattress is one inch...

mitzi, richard told me the mattress is one inch shorter than standard queen in both length and width. i am planning to use standard bedding, although if i go with the fitted bottom sheet (elastic,...
Forum: General Chat 04-23-2016, 10:39 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,633
Posted By Ransom
i am planning to order a snoozy this summer and...

i am planning to order a snoozy this summer and am watching your adventure with excitement.....

i will use a single class 24 trojan battery and the about to be released high effiviency renogy 100...
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 04-19-2016, 09:40 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 9,487
Posted By Ransom
here are the requirements by state. surely many...

here are the requirements by state. surely many of us are in violation for not registering at least the tow vehicles....some states start the requirement to register in just 30 days of being in the...
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 04-19-2016, 08:57 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 9,487
Posted By Ransom
States require you to register car/trailer in that state if there more than 30 days

Many states have laws requiring to register your trailer and tow vehicle in that state if you are there more than 30 days.

Has this been a problem for anyone?

I currently live in mexico with a...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-19-2016, 08:26 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,254
Posted By Ransom
we're a bit off topic, but its interesting and...

we're a bit off topic, but its interesting and relates to current draw.

the key is to haul the minimum of appliances - weightvand bulk and have maximum flexibility.

I have found can bake...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-19-2016, 04:44 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,254
Posted By Ransom
so no microwave, right? you can use the toaster...

so no microwave, right? you can use the toaster oven for toast, no need for a toaster, but how else do you use it?

is it really worth toting around? i also dont think a microwave is worth giving...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-17-2016, 11:52 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,254
Posted By Ransom
David, if yiu arent using an inverter, what are...

David, if yiu arent using an inverter, what are you using with the generator to get your hot water?

In my case, butane burner stovetop to heat water for washing dishes if greasy, otherwise cold...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-17-2016, 09:40 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,254
Posted By Ransom
Bill, when boondocking I'll use solar, no...

Bill, when boondocking I'll use solar, no generator. No gas either.

On Amazon the 35 amp Arterras cost more than the 45 amp units. Maybe Casita puts in the larger 55 amp units for marketing...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 04-17-2016, 08:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,376
Posted By Ransom
It seems like you would bump your head on the air...

It seems like you would bump your head on the air conditioner. I am 6' 2 1/2" and am thinking that with just around 4 feet of hose and the need to step away from the air conditioner, I wouldn't be...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-17-2016, 08:15 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,254
Posted By Ransom
I agree with you Civilguy, it doesn't make sense...

I agree with you Civilguy, it doesn't make sense to upgrade the power capacity of the converter/charger for these fiberglass trailers, unless people are usung some other high current...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-17-2016, 08:02 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,254
Posted By Ransom
How does that work, Raz...? If the voltage...

How does that work, Raz...?

If the voltage from the charge controller is, say 14.4 volts (bulk charge level), current flows through the shunt (resistance) and into (through?) the battery.
...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-17-2016, 05:26 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,254
Posted By Ransom
OK Byron, then to add perspective I need to find...

OK Byron, then to add perspective I need to find out what the rating is of the 12 volt circuit breaker on the Snoozy (and the breaker for the 120 volt side).

Good point.

I am surprised that...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-17-2016, 05:00 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,254
Posted By Ransom
Does that mean that as the monitor displays, for...

Does that mean that as the monitor displays, for example, solar panel charging current, which for example is really 5 amps, the monitor could display anywhere between 4 and 6 amps?

What is the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-17-2016, 04:52 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,254
Posted By Ransom
I am wondering, Jon, what happens to the monitor...

I am wondering, Jon, what happens to the monitor readings if the converter charger and the solar charger are connected to to the battery at the same time.

Or, even if not connected...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-17-2016, 04:43 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,254
Posted By Ransom
Maybe you mean the Parallax 4445/TC? Or is the...

Maybe you mean the Parallax 4445/TC? Or is the 7300 maybe an OEM version of the 4445?

The Snoozy standard WFCO float parameters better match the Trojan battery I'll be using (the bulk and...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-17-2016, 04:31 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,254
Posted By Ransom
I didn't realize that, Timer Wolf, that the...

I didn't realize that, Timer Wolf, that the monitor improves the efficiency of charging (I assume you mean automatically)... and that is a compelling reason to use the monitor...especially in my...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-17-2016, 04:23 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,254
Posted By Ransom
I think you mean at 10 amps 1% accuracy is 0.1...

I think you mean at 10 amps 1% accuracy is 0.1 amp, plenty of accuracy. I guess you are right, with a voltmeter and ammeter you can monitor most of what is useful.

I have two volt/amp meters and...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-17-2016, 03:26 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,254
Posted By Ransom
That is a very good point! With the battery...

That is a very good point! With the battery connected you have a huge source of backup power, so peak demand is much less of an issue.

I believe the converter charger output, the battery, and the ...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-17-2016, 02:18 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,254
Posted By Ransom
After this analysis, using Raz's corrections, I...

After this analysis, using Raz's corrections, I am surprised that you have 45 amps in the Casita. The Snoozy is no gas, all electric. It seems that more than even 20 amps would rarely be needed...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-17-2016, 02:10 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,254
Posted By Ransom
Good points Raz! I have updated the matrix. The...

Good points Raz! I have updated the matrix. The fridge does indeed draw 2.2 amps. The water pump is , I think, a Shur Flo 4008, drawing 7.5 amps (thats probably the surge current rating).
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 04-17-2016, 12:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,376
Posted By Ransom
Questions about installing an outside shower

Is there an advantage to having an outside shower installed on the drivers side vs the rear?

In the case of the Lil Snoozy, how high is the shower when installed on the side - where is it...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-17-2016, 12:16 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,254
Posted By Ransom
Is 35 amps enough capacity for a charge controller?

I am hoping to purchase a Lil Snoozy, and am unsure if I the standard Arterra WF9835 35 amp unit is adequate.

Amperage demand includes:

0.0 amps water heater (runs on 120 vac only so not...
Forum: General Chat 04-09-2016, 01:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,641
Posted By Ransom
Is there a Lil Snoozy in Texas?

Before placing an order with the factory in South Carolina, I am hoping to find a kind soul with a Lil Snoozy somewhere in Texas who would let me see their unit.

Preferably the unit would have...
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