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How much weight did this add to the rv overall. Especially on the front compartment.

Great info guys. I have a question …. When you removed the factory inverter. Did you just splice those in and out romex wires together with an 110v outlet in the basement?

Any reason y’all don’t carry battle born batteries?

Two questions… I noticed the dual transfer switches. with so much room in the bay, do you ever consider upgrading to the Quattro-II which has all that built in? Also, on a system this size would you not ever consider stepping up to 48v batteries to reduce size and weight?

Loved the clean look of the install.

There is a huge issue with using the truck as a generator, at least with a diesel anyway. One of the worst things you can do to a diesel pick up that is emissions compliant is to idle it… So the only time this would be useful would be when they are driving from point A to point B. I don’t think it was not worth doing, but they certainly never want to be using a diesel truck in place of an inexpensive, portable generator at a campground site. That is just a recipe for blocking up the EGR system and the DPF on that truck. In fact, my GMC 2500 shuts off after about 15 minutes of idle time to prevent this kind of issue.

The best solution would be to get a propane conversion kit for one of the Honda 2000s or one of the similar models from another manufacturer. That’s already running on propane and then you could install it, and that same compartment with the battery system, since those are sealed, lithium, batteries… you would simply need to put an exhaust connection to the outside, and a fresh air intake pipe. But at that point, you will be able to turn the generator on and off remotely because the Hondas can be made capable for remote start and it could run on your existing propane tanks.

Great video . . thanks for making it . . I certainly can tell you've been doing this for a while !!!

I keep going over the Multiplus II installation manual over and over again. I finally called Victron customer service, and they said I could mount the Inverter Horizontally, but only on a vertical wall. I wish they had written that more clearly in the manual. There is still room in our Brinkley to do it that way, but jeez why muddy the water with lack of clarity? We camp host in Colorado for 6 months at 8,500' and have to be there on May 1st or we'd make the trip over from Cypress Campground to make my 4-month install only a couple of weeks, LOL. Cheers, David & Sheila

That system although pretty is very weak for a Brinkley. Using two converters it should be a 24 volt system. You are also overcharging the customer for the solar controllers, could have went cheaper Victron solar controllers. Using series / parallel connections. Those batteries are old chemistry with weak BMS's. There are many more more powerful batteries. Like for instance, four Epoch 460 amp hour batteries would be a system‼️

Please don’t tell me you grounded everything there bellow on that accessory metal?!?!?!!

Will reduce the life of the alternator, pulling 120 DC amps while connected. I use a BIM that only charges for 15 minutes and take a break for 20 minutes. I have install over 50 of them and seems to work real well.

love it!! now I need a new truck with an inverter.. hahaah thanks for the insight. I had no choice to use the dc 2 dc 30. It was the only choice when I built my system 3 years ago. But I love your idea!!! I though of using my small 2k gen and put it bed of the truck and run that.. but so far just with solar and dc 2 dc and we r good

Love the install. Been a subscriber since your start. We have noticed a lot of the new campers that are “inverter prepped” have a small sheet of plywood mounted in the ceiling of the pass through to mount an inverter. However, Victron says in their inverter manual that you can mount that inverter in any way except upside down like you did in this video. Do you think the inverter will be ok in that mounting configuration? (Writing this from John Pennecamp SP btw).

Welp, i know where IM gonna be headed. Lol i plan to store mine(when i buy) just south of Atlanta, north of macon!

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How many yrs well the battery last

where did you mount the Cerbo display on this rig? I have a Brinkley G and I am not sure where to mount the monitor?

Beautiful system y'all! Hope you are safe from Hurricane Helene

Fantastic video, Great Outdoor Solar. Looking forward to your next upload from you. I hit the thumbs up button on your content. Keep up the amazing work! It's great to see the expansion into mobile installations. How do you ensure quality control during these mobile installs, especially when working at different locations?

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That was helpful. Have you found the inverter in ram trucks is reliable?

How did you keep the truck from throwing a "Ground Fault" I'm Running mine through a Transfer switch and I bypassed the SurgeGuard so it basically from the truck to the Victron Multiplus II X120.

For routing the additional solar panels did you just screw into the roof decking? Or did you make sure and go into a support? Also, do you sell any products for self install?

Looks fantastic! Why haven’t you started installing with 48v

What year and what model Ford Super Dutys have the onboard inverters?

why didn't you use an ecoflow to simplify everything

Can you explain to me(us) how you're going to pull 15A from the vehicle inverter when the vehicle system is only rated for 400W/3.3A(max) at the vehicle 120V outlet...? I run a VE 12-12/18A dc-dc as an alt method to charging batteries on a travel day...

I have a BS in electronic engineering, this is my 2nd RV and my 3rd system and I run an almost identical system with the Multiplus 2 on my new 2024 GD Reflection. I don’t use the truck for charging because I don’t need it. I did use 6 of the newer Rich Solar 250w panels along with the factory 370w panel. I also used the Epoch batteries. Keep up the good work. I always follow your installs!

You didn't show the solar insulation.

I think that's an awesome idea, even if your overnighting and going from point A to B.... 🎉 ❤

Nice Idea. I am looking to get. Brinkley in the next 18 months and go full time. How long does an average install take and I assume it will be at your location in FL?

Any reason why you didn't use the left side wall of the under bay to mount any of the Victron components? In our 3610 the side wall is steel and I was planning to use it to mount the inverter.

Great Idea! We just traded/sold our truck and GD Reflection for a new truck and Brinkley Z 3610. Our Reflection was loaded with a nice solar / Victron system we installed ourselves and it was so nice we were starting to plan our next install for the Brinkley. And, of course, I was fully committed to do the DC to DC charging. I actually thought to myself that the on board power on my new F350 was a waste. But now, after watching this, I am STOKED to use it with a Quattro. Thanks so much!

Most inverters that come preinstalled in trucks are NOT pure sine and lower power. 350 to 800w isn't enough. So might as well install your own or upgrade the factory unit.

Great! You’re using your truck to charge on travel days (a basic example you used) and by using the trucks inverter to charge, they “save a lot of money”. Well that inverter is a VERY costly option on the truck side, about $1000. Can you install a DC to DC charger for less than $1000? It only sacrifices minimal about of charging power for cheaper. Yes, the way your utilizing the on board power is is a cleaner option, just don’t sell it as a cheaper option, thats relative.

Why do i need a 2nd AC input? I can just use a 110v adapter to the shore power?

What HD trucks have a 2000w inverters? I thought they were down around 400w

My 2020 Chevy 2500 has just a 400 W AC outlet in the bed. I like the idea of not having the DC to DC, but my wimpy outlet might not be enough.

Thanks for the info Tom, it’s good to see you again.

thanks for the heads up, my Deneli duelly didnt have the on board inverter...only a second alternator with a second battery..sniff so I went with the Orian 30amp. It was the only thing available with Victron. Its a good idea the way you set your client up, I like it. I never came close to 50% with my battery bank on the road. Solar + Orian were on point during my drive.

Great idea! Wish I knew about this 6 months ago. I have the F250 with onboard inverter. I went with the multiplus in the camper and use the truck to supply AC power through the shore power cord when stationary instead of carrying a separate generator. Would have been nice to be able to supply power while on the move. Now I would have to do a transfer switch to get a similar result.

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Super clean install. Great job on that ‘factory wall / venting’. I’m buying a new Brinkley and just sent you guys a message from your web site. Look forward to speaking with you.

I've seen several solar system, the majority with Victron. Is Victron the only option? Why are all in one unit with 5KW battery not being used?

Need to start looking at newer 48volt batteries with 4000-5000+ watts of solar. Is being done now more often. Can run two acts and still charge batteries

I'm curious why you installed a 12v system when 48 v is much better, that's what I've done on my Bluebird motor coach. Nice system anyway . Keep up the good work .JS.

That is the cleanest solar installation I have seen in any RV. Beautiful job. Bookmarking your site when we get our Brinkley!