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    supposed voltage drop causing heater cutoff

    Sorry in advance for being a newb but need help. I have Battleborn GC3 battery. I have an Alde 3010 glycol propane heater. The heater uses 12v for pumping the heated glycol throughout the rv to keep it warm but the heat comes from propane. When I'm boondocking, the heater is having issues...
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    Wiring radio hu (headunit) from coach battery

    I bought an Atoto s8 headunit and would like to have it always on even when vehicle not started. My plan is to run a 12v positive from coach power to the HU harness red (accessory) wire AND yellow (constant) wire. Any concerns with this idea?
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    Do I need a bus bar for a couple small 20awg connections?

    I am running two of my 12v devices directly to the inverter ring terminals. They're tiny (20awg wire). Is there a rule of thumb when I should be using a bus bar versus direct connect?
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    VictronConnect allow long term trending?

    I have a smart shunt connected to my battle born and using the VictronConnect app I can see trending of voltage and amperage however it only shows it for the small window in which I have the app open. Is there a way to maintain long term historical data such as 24 hrs so that i can tell if...
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    Need local assistance (SoCal) troubleshooting/fixing

    Is anyone in SoCal willing to meet up to help look at my issue, or can recommend a professional (that has availability)? Problem described here: https://diysolarforum.com/threads/renogy-inverter-charger-not-working-on-shore.35413/ Sorry if I'm violating posting etiquette if so please feel free...
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    Renogy inverter/charger not working on shore

    I have a '15 Roadtrek Adventurous TS came with a 3000w Renogy inverter charger R-INVT-PCL1-30111S and agm batteries. I removed all agms, dropped in a Battleborn GC3 and added a victron smart shunt. First test, discharged fine ran the AC for an hour until the inverter started beeping low...
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    Ideas to cover unused battery wire end

    On my rv I went to lithium and removed under hood coach battery. I have a live positive cable unused and want to keep it around but out of the way ziptied to a semi safe spot. Taped up the cable end but is there a cleaner boot or cable cover anyone aware of?
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    How do I rate Quickflex Welding 4/0 Cable for 12v?

    My '15 Roadtrek wiring is "Quickflex Welding 4/0 Cable 600V" and I am trying to determine what it's rated for in terms of 12v. My battleborn gc3 requires 2 gauge wiring for 20ft @ 300amp 12v. I am guessing my rv wiring is already overkill but just want to be sure.
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    What’s a good charger for battleborn gc3c

    I have read some stories that scare me from going too cheap on a charger so looking for recommendations on a practical but safe charger to use with my battleborn gc3.
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    Can a 240watt panel power a 1300watt a/c?

    Hypothetically, if I have a 240watt solar panel on my RV and at 12v, doesn't that equate to 2880watts? I have a ~1300watt dometic rooftop a/c. Can someone break down the math for me why that solar panel (under ideal sun) wouldn't be able to power that a/c *and* charge whatever is in excess to...
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