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Forum: Welcome Mat 12-06-2017, 10:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 890
Posted By DCHitt
I too like the KISS approach. Here is my version...

I too like the KISS approach. Here is my version of a KISS Sportsmobile.

My new Promaster 3500, High Roof, Long body, Sportsmobile. - Sportsmobile Forum...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 11-24-2017, 11:08 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 13,771
Posted By DCHitt
No I don't think diesel is going to take over....

No I don't think diesel is going to take over. Seems to be going the other way. I like gas because I idle a lot.

If I am plugged in I use an electric space heater to keep warm and my water heater...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 11-24-2017, 07:30 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 13,771
Posted By DCHitt
There are advantages to using a single fuel. I...

There are advantages to using a single fuel. I thought it was troublesome to have to find propane in addition to gas or diesel.

If you like to cook on a gas stove then there is a reason for some...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 10-21-2017, 01:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,973
Posted By DCHitt
I have a 13.5kbtu AC from Sportsmobile and 200...

I have a 13.5kbtu AC from Sportsmobile and 200 AHours AGM battery.

The 2000 watt Magnum will NOT start both the fan and the compressor at the same time but if I wait for the fan to come up (in...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 10-19-2017, 08:46 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,535
Posted By DCHitt
A couple of general rules with vertical antennas....

A couple of general rules with vertical antennas.

1. Radiation comes from the current in the antenna and that is at the base of 1/4 wave length vertical antennas. So it doesn't help much to have...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 10-18-2017, 08:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,535
Posted By DCHitt
Google "Marine CB Antenna" and you will find some...

Google "Marine CB Antenna" and you will find some that do not require a ground plane. Made for fiberglass boats....
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 10-03-2017, 12:03 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,366
Posted By DCHitt
It might be as simple as tightening the nut on...

It might be as simple as tightening the nut on the battery side of that starter relay. Be careful not to cause a short with your tool. Disconnect the neg side of the batteries first.
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 10-03-2017, 11:09 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,366
Posted By DCHitt
The heavy wire from the starter battery probably...

The heavy wire from the starter battery probably goes directly to the starter for max starter current. You may find that the alternator wire goes to the starter on the way to the battery.

The...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 10-02-2017, 07:24 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,366
Posted By DCHitt
One advantage that a separator has is that it can...

One advantage that a separator has is that it can be used to jump start the chassis battery using the house battery. That could help.....
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 10-02-2017, 02:33 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,366
Posted By DCHitt
Yes, it is necessary to sense at the battery but...

Yes, it is necessary to sense at the battery but it is only necessary to sense one side because it is assumed that the diode drop will be the same on both sides no mater how much the current is...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 10-01-2017, 08:13 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,366
Posted By DCHitt
Your alternator regulator seems to be sensing the...

Your alternator regulator seems to be sensing the chassis battery at the battery. You might see an additional wire (smaller size) on the plus chassis battery terminal.

That would make the...
Forum: Member Classifieds 09-30-2017, 03:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,915
Posted By DCHitt
You are too far away for me but that supply makes...

You are too far away for me but that supply makes a great 12 volt source for Ham or CB radio gear. I believe you can adjust the voltage with a pot inside the box.
Forum: Campfire 09-24-2017, 10:35 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 972
Posted By DCHitt
Thanks for the links. The kids in collage can...

Thanks for the links. The kids in collage can teach us how to cook with a microwave. They get lots of experance.
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 09-23-2017, 04:56 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 20,121
Posted By DCHitt
Being all electric does have a lot to offer.

Being all electric does have a lot to offer.
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 09-23-2017, 03:47 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 20,121
Posted By DCHitt
Well we already insulate the fresh water tank....

Well we already insulate the fresh water tank. Lets take it down to 35 degrees. Then there is a gray water tank. I haven't done the math but that would be enough mass so the engine would not have to...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 09-23-2017, 12:02 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 20,121
Posted By DCHitt
ARV is not afraid of complex systems and state of...

ARV is not afraid of complex systems and state of the art devices. We watch them with interest.

I wonder if trying to do off-grid AC with electric doesn't result in running the van engine most of...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 09-22-2017, 04:53 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 20,121
Posted By DCHitt
[QUOTE=Scalf77;212600]I agree, I believe...

[QUOTE=Scalf77;212600]I agree, I believe Advanced-RV is now using a 48 volt system by Volta Power Systems (https://voltapowersystems.com/)

Nothing but the best in ARV. Glad to see they are using...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 09-22-2017, 12:56 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 20,121
Posted By DCHitt
You might want to order the MB feature that...

You might want to order the MB feature that allows hooking up a rear Heater/AC. Then SMB can install an evaporator/heater core in the rear. It will do a lot better job in the back of the van.

I...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 09-21-2017, 08:08 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 20,121
Posted By DCHitt
Things are changing but a lot of the new stuff is...

Things are changing but a lot of the new stuff is not ready for prime time. There are better batteries coming. Here is one that you don't have to charge at all. Just feed it from the diesel tank...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 09-20-2017, 11:23 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 20,121
Posted By DCHitt
[QUOTE=VtSoundman;212396]It may seem...

[QUOTE=VtSoundman;212396]It may seem insane...here is why...
1) I work in utility scale solar & large scale energy storage systems. My van is also used a mobile office & conference room ... rolling...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 09-20-2017, 10:22 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 20,121
Posted By DCHitt
What is insane is trying to run the AC compressor...

What is insane is trying to run the AC compressor from batteries.
Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports 09-15-2017, 11:02 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,027
Posted By DCHitt
If we put a tax on carbon the western States will...

If we put a tax on carbon the western States will get a big bill. Too bad we no longer have logging roads that would allow fire trucks to get into the forest.
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 09-02-2017, 04:37 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,982
Posted By DCHitt
10.98 looks like a shorted cell. If you can...

10.98 looks like a shorted cell. If you can measure each cell independently you might find that to be true.
Forum: Projects, Modifications and Known Issues 08-25-2017, 11:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,431
Posted By DCHitt
I think you will want to add a temp. mixing valve...

I think you will want to add a temp. mixing valve because the engine heat will make the water very hot. Set it to a nice temp so you don't have to waist a lot of water getting the temp set right.
Forum: Welcome Mat 04-25-2017, 03:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,090
Posted By DCHitt
Don't know where "this meet" is that is too short...

Don't know where "this meet" is that is too short a notice but we would like to meet you at the Class-B rally.

https://www.b-rally.org/
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