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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 01-19-2022, 09:59 PM
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Posted By larrylwill
I'm back. Arm better, cold weather gave me a...

I'm back. Arm better, cold weather gave me a break so I was back at it. I checked my hookup today and I hooked the AGM before the DC2DC it wasn't connected to anything, and started the engine and no...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-11-2021, 10:32 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,194
Posted By larrylwill
I asked nations about that and if I remember...

I asked nations about that and if I remember correct you cant remove the 12v or the alternator will stop. If that would work a simple timer relay circuit would work to short around the dc2dc to get...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-11-2021, 10:14 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,194
Posted By larrylwill
markopolo: it would be easy to provide the 12v to...

markopolo: it would be easy to provide the 12v to start the alternator BUT that battery would be out of use due to its before the DC2DC. I could use a small 5A backup battery, the downside is I will...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-11-2021, 10:02 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,194
Posted By larrylwill
It becomes more and more complicated to use the...

It becomes more and more complicated to use the Voltstart with lithium. When I ordered the RV I ordered Voltstart and UHG. There were stickers on the kitchen backsplash that said Eco Trek inside or...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-11-2021, 05:40 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,194
Posted By larrylwill
This is ONLY the 2nd alternator. The original...

This is ONLY the 2nd alternator. The original alternator is only going to the starter / vehicle battery. Their 2 separate systems.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-11-2021, 05:37 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,194
Posted By larrylwill
I think if I bought a Balmar I could eliminate...

I think if I bought a Balmar I could eliminate that problem. I have checked several times. If the alternator is connected to the Lifepo4 batteries it works but starts out with 280 amps and in a few...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-11-2021, 03:06 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,194
Posted By larrylwill
This is propbly what I will do, also maybe wire...

This is propbly what I will do, also maybe wire it to the fridge.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-09-2021, 11:31 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,194
Posted By larrylwill
If I hook the alternator up to the input of the...

If I hook the alternator up to the input of the renogy and the AGM, your right that wouldn't happen. The way its wired is the ground is chassis. The B+ line goes to the DC2DC input, Alternator,...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-09-2021, 08:53 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,194
Posted By larrylwill
I was referring to a Battery load. Like an AGM.

I was referring
to a Battery load. Like an AGM.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-09-2021, 07:36 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,194
Posted By larrylwill
Winston: The 2nd alternator was added because I...

Winston: The 2nd alternator was added because I wanted the voltstart feature and to be able for a fast charge if the battery got low in the night.

I see you have a 2nd alternator. I found out that...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-08-2021, 11:35 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,194
Posted By larrylwill
I will hook up the AGM

I will hook up the AGM
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-08-2021, 11:12 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,194
Posted By larrylwill
the alternator works just fine. Also the BMS...

the alternator works just fine. Also the BMS reads 13.5v where the dc2dc is connected. Besides I tried connected directly to the battery. I have a AHM I could connect to the input. As soon as I...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-08-2021, 02:49 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,194
Posted By larrylwill
I don't have a Balmar and everything works...

I don't have a Balmar and everything works without it in the circuit. The green led does not come on when I connect the D+ and it is supposed to according to the instructions.

With a BMS on the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-08-2021, 03:35 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,194
Posted By larrylwill
I bought a 60A Renogy dc2dc charger. I connected...

I bought a 60A Renogy dc2dc charger. I connected the input to my 280A 2nd alternator, The B- output to my BMS C- which is the load and charge input, the B+ of the Renogy to the B+ of my battery and...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-04-2021, 09:04 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,194
Posted By larrylwill
I agree, I would need a 300A BMS, I couldn't find...

I agree, I would need a 300A BMS, I couldn't find one when I looked and most that I find now have lower input amperage than the BMS output current.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-04-2021, 05:34 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,194
Posted By larrylwill
I was not offended in any way. It seems that...

I was not offended in any way. It seems that there was several different types of 2nd Alternators. To be honest I do not know what I have. I suppose I will pull all the paperwork and maybe I can find...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-04-2021, 12:23 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,194
Posted By larrylwill
Ok Ill sate it once more. I recognize the...

Ok Ill sate it once more. I recognize the problems, that's why I bought a 60A dctodc charger. I had to start somewhere, that was with what I had, before I found out what problems I faced, once...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-04-2021, 12:20 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,194
Posted By larrylwill
Markopolo: I know exactly how a BMS is supposed...

Markopolo: I know exactly how a BMS is supposed to work, like I said it shut down due to the fact that the alternator was putting out 280Amps.
thanks
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-04-2021, 12:18 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,194
Posted By larrylwill
My BMS shuts down after 10 seconds with the high...

My BMS shuts down after 10 seconds with the high current then restarts after another 10-20 sec. and keeps doing that. Looking at the app, it says BMS protection ON, current 0 when shut down. I don't...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-03-2021, 10:11 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,194
Posted By larrylwill
I have found that most BMS's limit the charge to...

I have found that most BMS's limit the charge to less than the output of the BMS. Mine is 150A but can charge at 150A. Every video I have see the BMS will limit the output current and input current....
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-03-2021, 04:22 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,194
Posted By larrylwill
i have 280 A and the wiring is 2 4 gage in...

i have 280 A and the wiring is 2 4 gage in parallel. The main from the alternator is 0 at least.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-03-2021, 02:03 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,194
Posted By larrylwill
I ordered my 2019 Simplicity with a UHG,...

I ordered my 2019 Simplicity with a UHG, Voltstart, Power couch and outdoor shower and had to wait 2 months to get it. I would not be surprised if it doesn't have a Balmar but I don't know where to...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-01-2021, 06:53 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,194
Posted By larrylwill
I had 2 AGMs 115A in parallel, I was working in...

I had 2 AGMs 115A in parallel, I was working in the garage and had the AC on RV plugged in. I went into the house for lunch when I came back the AC was still running but the battery voltage was 8v. I...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-30-2021, 06:34 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,194
Posted By larrylwill
"Another option for your list (just for...

"Another option for your list (just for completeness):
Use the alternator to power a 120VAC inverter. Use its output to power your shore-power charger.
Inefficient, but not completely crazy."
...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-30-2021, 01:03 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,194
Posted By larrylwill
£600.00 Cost too much.

£600.00 Cost too much.
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