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It looks like I'm going with the wiring kit. The DC-DC charger is more expensive and seems unnecessary if I can get it done without the charger. I posted this post in general discussion, so they finally got back to me. I might still add the solar if it seems like the alternators aren't doing it.

So I'm reading: just go with Anderson plugs and an appropriate breaker. That kit I linked comes with 2awg wire and a 300A breaker. It also already includes full lengths of both positive and negative wire running the full length of the truck, so your idea with the negative wire is great, but for...

I run a tree service and recently bought a F350 flatbed dually truck to tow a 20' dump trailer for hauling tree debris. The hydraulic dump is powered by (2) 81ah FLA 12v batteries wired in parallel. It came with a measly 5A AC charger I can plug into a 110v extension cord, but I'd rather charge...

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I run a tree service and recently bought a F350 flatbed dually truck to tow a 20' dump trailer for hauling tree debris. The hydraulic dump is powered by (2) 81ah FLA 12v batteries wired in parallel. It came with a measly 5A AC charger I can plug into a 110v extension cord, but I'd rather charge...

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So I finally found the time to make this post which will detail my journey converting a passenger van into a campervan. I can attribute most of the solar setup and electrical system to spending time on this forum and largely the help of @John Frum, who really designed the system and answered all...

I am finishing up the full build. Everything is wired except the feeders to the fridge, water pump, and USB sockets. Most of the furniture is built. The sink is built, but I still have to plumb it. The roof rack is finished, but I have a couple things to button up. I'm closing in on completion...

Thanks for clarifying those details. I'll be sure to charge it to 100% and recheck the voltages at that point.

I have received my SOK 206ah 12V LiFePO4 from shopsolarkits.com! It took 15 days from the date ordered for it to arrive. My novice first impressions are very good for this battery. It shipped double boxed, enclosed in a protective foam mold that completely filled the interior volume of the 2nd...

@smoothJoey Thanks, I was just making sure I had all the tools necessary. You're on top of it! I really appreciate all your help on this project.

Why for both statements? So you like lever nuts?

After this discussion, I think I'll use 12awg with 15A fuses for the low current circuits.

So actually the deal with carbon monoxide, smoke, and propane instead the van is this: CO will only be be present in small amounts when I'm burning the propane. Proper ventilation will be provided by the Maxxair fan and an open window. When I'm not cooking with the propane, the concern would...