Last week, “Sean” wrote me an email asking how many solar panels he needed to recharge his RV house battery. “So I apparently have the wrong battery (deep cycle marine approximately 88 Ah) for my
Wondering whether 6V or 12V batteries are better for your RV? I don’t blame you for asking – and I don’t blame you for being confused, either. Most of the blog content written on this
There is a common misconception among new RV owners that you should disconnect your house batteries when plugged into shore power (something about issues arising from multiple power sources). If you have a modern multi-stage
Let’s talk about lithium batteries, the new media darling in the RV industry. With their growing popularity have sprouted the weeds of myths and misconceptions. Let’s dispel the top six. Myth: Lithium Batteries Are Explosive
Can batteries be installed inside an RV? No, lead-acid batteries cannot be installed inside an RV without being inside an approved battery box vented to the outside. Yes, lithium batteries can be installed inside an
I am going to assume that you are a normal person and that the phrase “failure of a diode” makes as much sense as the IRS Form 1040. So if you’re wondering, “Why is my
“Stop! Don’t go into the light!” If you’re constantly begging your RV not to give up the ghost, then read onward. I have some ideas why your RV house batteries might be dying so quickly.
If you thought regular RV batteries were expensive, you’re about to throw up a little. Lithium batteries cost the proverbial arm and a leg. Even a barebones lithium battery costs about $500. Decent deep-cycle lithium
Can I Use an AGM Battery in My RV? Yes, you absolutely can use an AGM battery in your RV or camper! While you can use AGM batteries as starting batteries, you’re probably considering AGM
A gross lie has been perpetrated upon the RV community. The lie is: “Your trailer umbilical cord will charge your RV house batteries. You don’t have to do anything but drive!” The full width and
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