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Forum: 2023 Annual North American Fall Rally 04-27-2023, 06:37 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 17,201
Posted By carlrx7
Our first Rally! Arriving 1 day early. See y’all...

Our first Rally! Arriving 1 day early. See y’all in Sept.
Forum: New Member Introductions 07-07-2022, 07:09 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,841
Posted By carlrx7
Just saw this at the link posted. Maximum...

Just saw this at the link posted.

Maximum continuous working current: 18A

Only 18 amps!?
Forum: New Member Introductions 07-06-2022, 01:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,841
Posted By carlrx7
Wish they made a 50amp version.

Wish they made a 50amp version.
Forum: Maintenance 09-26-2021, 04:53 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,507
Posted By carlrx7
FYI, be careful that the shop compressor does not...

FYI, be careful that the shop compressor does not push oil and rusty water mist into your water lines.

I use my tire pump that is oil-less with my water pressure regulator. I push air through...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 09-24-2021, 07:43 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,994
Posted By carlrx7
I believe they moved the load share from the...

I believe they moved the load share from the a/c's to the Microwave/Vacuum. Check your circuit breaker panel labels.

I run all three when on 50 amp, no issues. The three Coleman Mach...
Forum: New Member Introductions 09-14-2021, 07:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,841
Posted By carlrx7
Only with the SuperSolar factory option.

Only with the SuperSolar factory option.
Forum: New Member Introductions 09-14-2021, 05:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,841
Posted By carlrx7
That doesn't sound right? Did you take any...

That doesn't sound right? Did you take any pictures of your install?
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 09-10-2021, 04:42 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,415
Posted By carlrx7
Hey Hemi, Are you tracking how many watts...

Hey Hemi,

Are you tracking how many watts are left over while charging? You could easily add another charger and directly plug it into the generator. Something like this:
...
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 09-08-2021, 06:30 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,626
Posted By carlrx7
Sorry hemi, but you are not understanding the...

Sorry hemi, but you are not understanding the basic charging characteristics of LiFePo4 chemistry correctly. You are referring to Constant Voltage charging by saying it needs to be 14.4 the entire...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 09-06-2021, 10:47 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,967
Posted By carlrx7
You could have air in the lines, or you could...

You could have air in the lines, or you could have tripped the regulator if you opened the tanks too fast.
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 09-06-2021, 07:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,091
Posted By carlrx7
You will have to dive into the manuals to...

You will have to dive into the manuals to understand the settings.

https://www.magnum-dimensions.com/sites/default/files/manuals/owners/64-0030-Rev-C-ME-ARC_CD_Web.pdf
...
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 09-04-2021, 04:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,416
Posted By carlrx7
Montana Solar Install lessons learned

Hey MOC,

Please share your aftermarket solar installs and any pictures. I'm looking for some lessons learned before I make the dive.

I have a good understanding of all solar components, and...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 09-04-2021, 08:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,315
Posted By carlrx7
Maybe this will help: ...

Maybe this will help:

https://diysolarforum.com/threads/is-there-an-easy-way-to-tell-if-a-unit-is-pure-sine-wave-vs-modified.1001/post-8811
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 09-04-2021, 05:45 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,676
Posted By carlrx7
I mounted mine to my trucks receiver, it works...

I mounted mine to my trucks receiver, it works great since i have multiple trailers to pull.
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 09-04-2021, 05:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,315
Posted By carlrx7
Do you have a soft start device on the a/c? 3...

Do you have a soft start device on the a/c? 3 hours is about right. I have 555ah as well.
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 09-03-2021, 07:07 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,315
Posted By carlrx7
If you add a filament light bulb circuit between...

If you add a filament light bulb circuit between neutral and ground does it light up? This will check if there is actually current on those or just a floating voltage. If the bulb lights up, do not...
Forum: Additions & Improvements 09-01-2021, 08:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,656
Posted By carlrx7
great idea to keep cool. So when removed, you...

great idea to keep cool. So when removed, you still have Velcro attached to the windows? How noticeable is it?
Forum: New Member Introductions 09-01-2021, 08:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,893
Posted By carlrx7
Sounds like a relay inside the incommand brain is...

Sounds like a relay inside the incommand brain is stuck. Should be an easy fix if you can trace it. I'd call the In-command customer service and have them lead me to it.

-cb
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 08-31-2021, 08:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,531
Posted By carlrx7
If you run both gens in parallel, only one needs...

If you run both gens in parallel, only one needs to be bonded to neutral.
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 08-27-2021, 10:17 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,312
Posted By carlrx7
Wish adding a simple “voltage regulator” would...

Wish adding a simple “voltage regulator” would work in this situation. A buck converter will do what I want but can’t find any to handle the 50-75 amp output.

I also have a multiplus, the intent...
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 08-26-2021, 08:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,312
Posted By carlrx7
EE request, Converter voltage mod

Hey y'all,

Wondering if any Electrical Engineers want to look at modifying the factory installed Progressive Dynamics converter?

The output of the PD4500 is 14.6 when in Lithium mode. The MAX...
Forum: Maintenance 08-21-2021, 06:23 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,763
Posted By carlrx7
from the "airstream" forum ;) $40 off. ...

from the "airstream" forum ;) $40 off.

Note, we lost power the other night and I was able to plug the whole rig into the 2000w factory inverter, with the fridge running, it started and ran the...
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 08-12-2021, 05:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,667
Posted By carlrx7
You will not see 14.4 volts until the batteries...

You will not see 14.4 volts until the batteries are full. As long as it is putting in amps, it’s not full yet. The load of the batteries are pulling the voltage down
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 08-11-2021, 05:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,667
Posted By carlrx7
The voltage will not get to 14.4 until it gets to...

The voltage will not get to 14.4 until it gets to the top 5% of battery capacity, then it will shoot up like a rocket. Yes, its a little lower than advertised but just need to let it charge.
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 08-11-2021, 05:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,667
Posted By carlrx7
are you using the charge wizard function? How...

are you using the charge wizard function? How long are you letting it charge? 4 6v batteries can take some power. Let it go and once it starts getting full, the voltage will start to rise. Most...
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