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    Posted: 09 Jul 2019 at 4:57pm
Thanks, much appreciated.
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Originally posted by mcarter mcarter wrote:

Furpod, Does the controller run off the converter?  Asking.  It requires 12Vs.


Yes, but if he is on shore power, the converter charger will be supplying 12v for it.

Personally, I would just make sure I had all my stuff lined out, and shut off all power for the 30 minutes it takes to do the swap.. but That wasn't the way it sounded that Oliver wanted to roll... Wink
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Furpod, Does the controller run off the converter?  Asking.  It requires 12Vs.
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Yes you can remove it. Put the fridge on 120v. when you disconnect the battery, be VERY careful not to short the cables to each other or the frame of the camper, etc.

We used the 120watt panels with 2 GC2's. I was pleased with the match.
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I have to give Batteries Plus 2 old batteries for core deposit. I'm connected to shore power in a park. Can I remove the battery without shutting everything else down, including the fridge? I want to remove the current battery in the morning and take it to town to get the batteries. Can I just leave the shore power and fridge as is?
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The weight is not as important to me as getting the right amps. What should I get for those two 6v GC batteries? I'll check prices on brands.
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Originally posted by Oliver Oliver wrote:

So you think Gopower is the way to go? Where can I get that? And 200 watts will do the trick?


as I said, we have GoPower, but there are other options.  Zamp is a good option, and I hear very good things about Renogy.. Plenty of options on Amazon, including the 3 I mentioned.

More wattage can mean faster charge times. Never count on getting more then half of the rated amps out of a panel(s), even in the very best of conditions, you won't see the rated capacity..

A 200 watt portable panel is going to be a bit hefty, check the weight, and your capabilities... I doubt my wife could deal with a 200 watt system solo.. but she can set up our 120.


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So you think Gopower is the way to go? Where can I get that? And 200 watts will do the trick?
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Furpod, I'm getting my golf cart batteries Tuesday. Then I will focus on solar. So you think I need 200 watts to keep them up? I will get a 200w solar suitcase if I knew the best one to get?
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Thank you for the info will check it out.
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