Victron SmartShunt IP65 vs IP21 battery monitors (how to choose the right one)
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How to Take a 50-amp RV or Travel Trailer Off-Grid (featuring Forest River Inverter Prep Package)
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How to Install Power Systems in Vans & RV's (the actual process)
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The BEST cable stripper for Van & RV power systems - featuring the Jonard Tools CST-1900
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How 2 years living & traveling in a van TRANSFORMED my life
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Van and RV Power Systems Q&A (fuses, system design, EcoFlow, alternator charging, Battle Born 6500)
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Victron Lynx Shunt vs SmartShunt (best battery monitor for Van and RV power systems)
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Victron Ekrano GX vs Cerbo GX (which is best for vans & RV's?)
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The Top 7 Cable & Wire Mistakes for Van & RV Power Systems
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Some parts and tools from this video:
LiTime 100Ah Trolling Motor Battery: https://www.litime.com/products/litime-12v-100ah-tm-deep-cycle-lifepo4-battery-for-trolling-motors?ref=9NEt7NQcHMF9bW
(use code VPMM for a 3% discount)
MultiPlus-II: https://www.vanlifeoutfitters.com/store/victron-energy-multiplus-ii-inverter-charger-12-3000-120/?ref=VPMM
Lynx Distributor: https://www.vanlifeoutfitters.com/store/victron-energy-lynx-distributor/?ref=VPMM
SmartShunt 500A: https://amzn.to/3NNGOV8
Terminal Fuse holder: https://amzn.to/41Q3t92
300A Terminal Fuse: https://amzn.to/3TNABfs
Tools shown:
eTORK Click-Style Torque Wrench: https://amzn.to/3NRjDce
Klein Tools J63050 Cable Cutter: https://amzn.to/3NPkGtt
Forney 57637 Lug Crimping Tool: https://amzn.to/3RMFYZL
Cables shown:
4/0 Welding Cable: https://amzn.to/47iHJn7
1/0 Welding Cable: https://amzn.to/3H3ZRqr
6/3 Triplex Flat: https://amzn.to/41N3oml
10/3 Triplex Round: https://amzn.to/47vnsuY
12/3 Triplex Flat: https://amzn.to/48HoGUC
14/3 Triplex Flat: https://amzn.to/48GqSMk
14/2 Safety Duplex Flat: https://amzn.to/3TNxBj7
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About me:
My name is Ross and I've worked with many students around the world on their van and RV power systems since 2015. I enjoy building, teaching, and learning about world class power systems that will help you get off the beaten path and see some of the incredible places out there. Be sure to subscribe and join me on this adventure!
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I tried to DESTROY the new LiTime Trolling Motor battery (what I found may surprise you)
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Parts shown in this video:
LiTime 100Ah Trolling Motor Battery: https://www.litime.com/products/litim...
(use code VPMM for a 3% discount)
MultiPlus-II: https://www.vanlifeoutfitters.com/sto...
Lynx Distributor: https://www.vanlifeoutfitters.com/sto...
SmartShunt 500A: https://amzn.to/4aFCEbp
Terminal Fuse holder: https://amzn.to/4aEUpaM
300A Terminal Fuse: https://amzn.to/48fiAuV
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FUSES vs BREAKERS for Van and RV Power Systems
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Are Solder Seal Connectors BETTER than Butt Splices? (the truth)
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10 Power System Lessons Learned the Hard Way
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The Top 9 Lithium Battery Mistakes for Van and RV Power Systems
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How to Set Up Tanks on the Simarine PICO for Van and RV Power Systems - Simarine Part 4
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How to Set Up Simarine PICO Alarm Relays - Automate Your Van or RV Power System - Simarine Part 3
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The Simarine Quadro Shunt - Next Level Monitoring for Van & RV Power Systems - Simarine PICO Part 2
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How to Set Up the Simarine PICO - the most beautiful and versatile battery monitor ever? - Part 1
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How to Measure (and Reduce) Voltage Drop in Van and RV Power Systems
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How to Wire an Inline Fuse Holder into your Van or RV Electrical System using an Open Barrel Crimper
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How to Set Up SeeLevel Water Tank Sensors with the Victron Cerbo GX for Next Level Tank Monitoring!
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Article from Vanlife Outfitters: https://www.vanlifeoutfitters.com/using-seelevel-tank-monitoring-with-a-victron-energy-cerbo-gx/?ref=rosslukeman
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Monitor Water + LPG tanks Wirelessly on the Victron Cerbo GX with Mopeka Pro Check Sensors
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The Truth About Vanlife and Dating - My Perspective from 2-1/2 Years on the Road
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My first Q & A on Van & RV Power Systems
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Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
0:39 Trickle charge van engine battery while parked [Q1 Carol]
4:28 12V air conditioners vs 120V air conditioners [Q2 Deon]
7:54 Using other batteries with Victron equipment [Q3 Mike]
11:24 Differences between van and trailer power systems [Q4 Dakota]
13:26 12-volt system versus Solar Generator for off-grid [Q5 Richard]
16:56 Would winch cable's fuse blow before starting fire [Q6 Damien]
19:11 Where to have fuses and disconnects in power system [Q7 Mark]
21:15 Why not make RV electrical as simple as possible [Q8 Knut]
22:55 How to program Victron 100A Buck Boost [Q9 Dave V]
24:13 Why tank sensors all suddenly show 100% full [Q10 Jeff]
25:41 Why don't you add motorhomes to your DIY videos [Q11 Larry]
27:46 Do you plan to have videos on 50-amp systems [Q12 Ed]
29:45 Best way to advertise and sell my ProMaster [Q13 Jerry]
30:19 System not grounded while on battery power [Q14 David]
31:33 Victron monitoring needed with Bluetti + propane generator? [Q15 Rick]
34:20 Replace batts with lithium or wait for price/dependability to improve [Q16 Jan]
37:03 What are unique, spectacular views you've seen from your van [Q17 Bruce]
39:40 Battery state of charge drops to zero after connected to shore power [Q18 David]
40:22 Where to plug in the remote start button [Q19 Kenny]
41:03 How to find 3-amp drain, favorite connectors and tools [Q20 Alex]
43:18 Simple conversion from lead-acid to lithium? Perks beyond weight [Q21 David]
45:02 Pick up engine batt voltage on SmartShunt via Orion IN cable [Q22 Dan]
46:37 Preferred wire connectors? Value in soldering large connectors? [Q23 Mick]
48:21 Inverter AC Output Earth - mix with 12VDC negative or separate? [Q24 Robert]
49:24 Why did you get into van living and are you still living in your van? [Q25 Keith]
51:14 Connect batteries and solar panels in series or parallel? [Q26 Fabio]
54:49 At what point to change from 12V to 24V and 48V systems [Q27 Duane]
57:47 Type of wiring needed for DC to DC charging [Q28 Nikolay]
58:21 Wiring two 12V batteries with Watts247 balancer and SmartShunt [Q29 Dan S]
59:38 Can solar controller handle 24v panels with 12v batteries? [Q30 Michael]
1:00:44 If and how to ground batteries to chassis when using shunt [Q31 Anonymous]
1:01:26 How and where to wire in 12V fridge [Q32 Anonymous]
1:01:51 Why run DC negatives to fuse block instead of chassis [Q33 Tom]
1:04:10 Simple system without solar but always shore power [Q34 Eric]
1:06:04 How to get advanced Victron training [Q35 Jay]
1:07:24 SmartShunt not showing on app, batt % not on Cerbo GX [Q36 Russell]
1:08:58 Cost effective and safe setup for Sprinter alternator charging [Q37 Colten]
1:11:36 How to charge engine batt from rear system & check voltage [Q38-1 Edwin]
1:13:14 Controlling water, heat, ventilation, etc. from Victron system [Q38-2 Edwin]
1:14:47 Tips for safe and fun travel with cats [Q39 Susan]
1:16:16 MultiPlus II keeps having state of charge reset to 100% [Q40 Bob]
1:18:21 What components needed to charge from shore power? [Q41 Laura]
1:20:41 Setting up the Victron SmartShunt for lithium batteries [Q42 Russ]
1:21:50 Using lithium batteries in below zero weather [Q43 Ted]
1:23:52 Fuses vs breakers for different applications [Q44 James]
1:27:42 Smart alternators drop voltage, stopping DC to DC charging? [Q45 Jeff]
1:29:14 Do I need an MPPT charger if I don't have permanent solar panels [Q46 Rob]
1:31:50 Top things to do with van system always connected to internet? [Q47 Rob]
1:34:14 Any concerns with non-permanent solar panels? [Q48 Rob]
1:35:24 Future charging of power systems from EV charging stations [Q49 John]
1:38:54 Ross, what got you interested in van conversions? [Q50 Rick]
1:40:08 Solar array wiring for 6 panels on bus/RV [Q51 Ole Johnny]
1:43:28 Fuse block vs breaker panel for 12V power, keep solar off breaker panel? [Q52 Greg]
1:47:12 Best way to purify water on the road [Q53 Carole]
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