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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-07-2017, 11:39 AM
Replies: 127
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Posted By Davydd
I get a charge rate off my Delco alternator of...

I get a charge rate off my Delco alternator of about 280 amps. The Advanced RV video stated they were getting over twice the charge rate with the Volta systems.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-07-2017, 02:50 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 25,123
Posted By Davydd
Advanced RV has a 48v (actual 56v) Volts Power...

Advanced RV has a 48v (actual 56v) Volts Power Systems installed in a van and they are testing it thoroughly. They also have a new air conditioner under testing that is much efficient than the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-06-2017, 03:12 AM
Replies: 127
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Posted By Davydd
Of course, the Sprinter alternator always could...

Of course, the Sprinter alternator always could charge your coach batteries. But if you have a second alternator it could be simpler to avoid MB's alternator and their local interface network...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-06-2017, 01:02 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 25,123
Posted By Davydd
There is nothing in the build sheets but their...

There is nothing in the build sheets but their offering the brackets to install a dual alternator. They have provisions for an auxiliary battery to run shop stuff and they imply that's all it's for...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-30-2016, 07:20 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 25,123
Posted By Davydd
I may travel in cooler climates or follow the 70...

I may travel in cooler climates or follow the 70 degree principle not because of what my B is capable of but what I prefer which is comfort, quietness, being outside and breathing natural air. If I...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-24-2016, 11:58 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 25,123
Posted By Davydd
I am an owner not a designer or electrical...

I am an owner not a designer or electrical expert. They provide the information to observe in some detail. How they do it, I couldn't tell you, but they do it. I have to assume everyone allows...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-24-2016, 02:12 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 25,123
Posted By Davydd
I don't know but yes maybe if you add all the...

I don't know but yes maybe if you add all the cost associated with an Onan using propane. What I do know is that Nations alternator everyone is using is cheaper than an Onan generator on a straight...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-24-2016, 01:49 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 25,123
Posted By Davydd
I've posted this before here I think. I prefer...

I've posted this before here I think. I prefer the under hood second alternator for many reasons which I think will eventually supplant the idea of the Onan generators in Class Bs especially when the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-23-2016, 05:55 PM
Replies: 127
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Posted By Davydd
If you had a diesel there would be more incentive...

If you had a diesel there would be more incentive to get rid of propane all together as there are hot water and heating systems available to tap diesel. That would leave only cooking to resolve and...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-23-2016, 04:00 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 25,123
Posted By Davydd
It is plenty for them as well. I'm speaking here...

It is plenty for them as well. I'm speaking here from experience and not speculation. As Transit said, if all they did was run an Onan generator for 14 hours last year their off-grid air conditioning...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-23-2016, 03:03 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 25,123
Posted By Davydd
In every day situations 420ah of lithium ion...

In every day situations 420ah of lithium ion batteries is not a tall order especially with a fast recharging under hood second alternator. They charge faster than Onan generators or shore power. It...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-02-2016, 07:27 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 25,123
Posted By Davydd
If you think the air conditioning was running in...

If you think the air conditioning was running in northern Minnesota last week which was about perfect weather wise you had to be a real wimp. ;):D
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-02-2016, 01:21 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 25,123
Posted By Davydd
Advanced RV "stacks" as you put it. You can...

Advanced RV "stacks" as you put it. You can simultaneously charge engine idling, shore power and solar. When I tested with my old Nations 270 alternator with shore power and was charging well over...
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