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]