Two DIY RV Tips I Wish I Knew Sooner!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 22 ส.ค. 2024
- Today I wanted to share a couple of tips. The tips are from Jason at "How To RV"
I wanted to share these because I was talking to Jason about a mod he had done on his 30 amp RV and I thought it was a great idea for those with 50 amp RVs as well. It should help you take care of your RV Electrical and give you the information to stop tripping the 30 amp breaker in the RV or at the campground. If you would like to check out his channel you can find it here.
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Be aware that installing on the neurtal will monitor the total current draw of the RV when the 2 legs are connected to the same leg of a 120V/30A. So it gets you what you want. But when you're on a 240V/50A connection, the readings will be meaningless since the neutral only carries balance current in a 240V system.
Came here to say this.
My Hughes Power Watchdog surge protector app shows me the loads on each leg of the 50A and will also keep track of total power used. Very handy and with it hardwired in it is always there.
I have that as well but I wish it had a bypass feature
Mine is not builtin, it plugs into the pole. Very useful.
I love mine. I ordered the replacement module as a backup. And it gives me alerts via Bluetooth.
You’re my favorite channel for DIY and “cool stuff” for RV’s!!
Wow, thanks!
Very cool. Referencing someone else’s tips and your mods shows great humility and willingness to learn. Then pass along.
Thanks!
Agree, great job on the sharing. We all need all the info we can get.
Thank you Jarred for the shout out. I have had the filter for a couple of years now and love it. I guess I need to put something out talking about how it has held up so far.
Hi Jarred.
I am a 64 year old solo full-time RVer for about 20 years now. I just had to hop in the comments to say I Rarely understand anything you share with us.
I have no Solar, and wish I could finally know the difference of an inverter and a converter!!😁
Happy Trails🚍
Inverter takes DC voltage (battery power) and turns it into AC voltage (household power) to power regular household appliances when there is no AC power available (not plugged into campground power pole). A converter does the opposite and takes AC power from campground and converts it to DC power to charge your batteries
Kavita, Time to learn. There are many channels here on YT that will break it down for you. I’m older than you and it’s a fun learning process!
@@MaryWehmeier hi Mary. Thank you for your reply. How long have you been full timing in an rv? Anyways yeah I've been on TH-cam forever I know there's all kinds of tutorials but when it comes to all the installation and the wiring and figuring all that out I just don't have that kind of brain. I am an artist and I just can't think the way I would need to when I'm looking at a owner's manual that you have to put something together. Also I've been doing it 20 years so it was a little bit tongue in cheek. I must know something right because I've been able to do it 20 years and most of the time I would say 90% has been boondocking so I don't know maybe I'm old fashioned because I still use a generator when I need you to pump up my batteries and I have either an inverter or a converter that I plug into the 12 volt and it gives me electrical and that's about it. I really thank you for encouraging me on that it's a fun learning process but for me it has never been a fun process at all, I don't know why. I would love to know how long you been doing this and if you're enjoying it and where have you been stuff like that if you feel like sharing. Thanks again.
I've had the power monitor mounted on our 30 amp trailer a few years. Very enlightening. We now run the water heater on gas during a/c season
Putting the monitor on the neutral will only work right if the trailer is plugged into a 30 amp circuit. If you have the monitor on the neutral conductor plugged into a 50 amp service, it will only show the unbalanced load. For example, if one leg draws 22 amps and the other leg draws 6 amps, the neutral wire will only carry the difference, i.e.16 amps (22a - 6a = 16a. ) That's the way it works with 2 hot legs and a neutral. A 30 amp service neutral will give the same amp reading on the neutral as it does on the hot leg.
Came to give thanks! I wanted to say thank you for all your helpful info on RV's because I wish I had your teachings and knowledge when I bought my EPro. Now that it's sold I am planning on getting something bigger and I, again, thank you for everything you are posting.
I appreciate this information as I plan to enter the RVing Universe with a Class B in the future.
Another great idea 💡
Just ordered the filter kit and other stuff using your link. Thanks for the great information. The filter kit was extremely affordable for the quality!
Surge Guard ems has a bluetooth add on that you can mount inside the rig that showss you the same thing. I have one and it shows voltage,amps and cycle. But it's about 4 bills for both but as a mobile rv tech,I figured why cheap out on something that can reduce headaches when I travel.
Congratulations on 200k! Worth watching.
Microns refers to particle size that the unit filters out. 5 microns is approx (.2) thousandths of an inch.
Great idea for the power monitor. I have just bought a new destination trailer and am living in a 30 amp site. Previous trailer was 30 so it didn't matter but now I'll have to watch it until I get used to it so I don't over draw
Thanks!
Yep my watchdog same thing. I have a tablet mounted to the wall running the app and the watch dog gives me all that info.
This would also be handy to have if Ü were running on a generator to know when the limit of the generator was near or over exceeded! 👍🏼
Yes great point thanks.
The 2018 Jayco Alante we purchased last fall has an energy monitoring system built in that monitors the power and turns off the 2 AC’s and other appliances when it needs to. It also shows the amp draws on the system. This is a 30 amp system. I did install a battery monitor like you showed in earlier videos. It works great! Respectfully, Kevin
I imagine the filters would get pretty moldy if not used regularly? We don't often have water hookups.
Jason has a great channel with lots of good info. Thanks for passing his channel to others! Also, congrats on 200k! 🥳
Great tips and very useful
Simple , easy and cheap to purchase and install...thanks for sharing ‼️
Thumbs up!! Exactly what I’m looking for!!
My 30 amp power watchdog surge protector has an app with real-time monitoring. Edit: you just mentioned that lol
Help,lol. I am converting to lithium ion and have heard it mentioned many times that you can put those batteries inside along with the converter/inverter/charger but I’m still concerned about the heat generated and no one is giving any real data on it. If you have an opportunity can you do that in a video? I have a toy hauler so my storage is very limited and wanted to put my new electric system under my bed area so I need to know what kind of heat could be potential coming off of these components. Thank you and I love your channel.
I remember our 30 amp TT and when we had too much running it would just pop the breaker! Especially with the toaster and microwave running! Found out real quick, ONE AT A TIME! Lolololol!
Haha, yes same here. Sometimes it's easy to forget.
Nice video
Yea my watchdog does that for me and mine is blue tooth and goes to my phone so I’m good
Another great informative video! I always enjoy your channel for tips and advice on RVing.
The monitor is yet another great tool to check your electrical use. Thanks again for all you do making your videos and look forward to seeing your next video!
Awesome, thank you!
This has nothing t9 do with this video but it’s an electrical question. I have learn a lot from your channel. Here it is, I replaced the puck lights that came with our trailer with dimmable puck lights. But, now when I turn the power to the batteries off and turn them back on the new puck lights come on. I have asked the question to my dealer and they can’t help me. My idea. Thanks
Noticed your diffuser in the background! Get a hold of me and let’s upgrade ya, or if you are in Utah stop by the headquarters!
Haha thanks. We just went through Utah last month and I asked my wife if she wanted to stop in. I guess we should have, I'll have to see what's new. We use it all the time.
Awesome. Thanks for the tips. 👍🏻
Thanks for the video Jason
Good info as usual. Thanks.
Good information, NICE
Howdy from Texas. Questions about solar. Is there a quality difference between the Victron solar controller and the Gopower? Also, is there a quality choice between GoPower, Renogy, and Bouge 190w solar panels. We plan to mount 2 190w panels on our Winnebago 2932RL 5th Wheel.
I enjoyed your earlier videos, but they are becoming irrelevant to me and my smaller trailer. I try to reduce my energy usage and extra stuff to carry when I'm travelling. It seems like you're going in the opposite direction. Have fun in your adventures!
Jason, wouldn't a Progressive Industries EMS 50A unit offer this same info, with its digital display likely being inside the RV given how it's installed. Same protection functionality as your Power Watchdog but its permanently internally mounted and no need to find your smart phone when another family member needs to check current draw.
Mr. Gillis on one of your vids on rv must have was a grease splatter ajustable cover with lid I've been checking Amazon found something like it but where did you get yours would greatly appreciate it if you could hook me up
Hi Jared, in the short installation portion of the sensor, you showed this product has a "snap-on" sensor. However, I can only find similar products with a one-piece sensor. Where are the electrical monitors with snap-on sensors available for sale?
Thanks and great video!
Thanks, The monitor I used is out of stock but this one has a similar sensor. amzn.to/3a89qr8
@@AllAboutRVs Is there a similar monitor using the split case sensor design for 12 volt application?
What would recommend group 27 for a house battery Motorhome with one house battery with no solar my last I had a Lifeline last 10ths before I sold it thanks
Where did you get the one you showed, your link is to a different one and I like that one? Like to see amps and watts.
yeah i looked too, the link doesn't match the one in the video
The one I used is out of stock. This one has the additional info and it looks like the same sensor. amzn.to/3a89qr8
@@AllAboutRVs thanks Jared
Another GREAT video... I'm still
Wondering hiw you keep your RV so clean and uncluttered.
Today, I was using my Microsoft team conf app... and how Ii understand. Do you use an photo background ? If not, you have a clean home. This is coming from a OCD guy. :)
Are the filter cartridges avalable at local home supply stores?
I've got an odd question, jumps back to an older video where you showed how to wire a reverse polarity switch for a simple shunt. What about a slightly "smarter" shunt with a SOC indicator, does it confuse it? Would that just remain while all the other readouts switched to input, without confusing or damaging anything?
with the water filters, how do you keep them from freezing on a colder climate?
I want to know how your wife keeps that kitchen counter so bare😮
Don't you lock up your watchdog?
And other items, bbq,tanks etc?
My surge protector tells me how many amps I'm pulling on both legs.
What is your thought for where to place the water filter? At the start of the hose next to the water source, or the end of the hose right before it enters the rv.
I have a similar 2 filter setup. I've made a fixturing board that is fastened to the floor in my storage bay, adjacent to the city water connect that the double filter mounting bracket is bolted to. I have the pressure regulator attached to the filter assembly AFTER the water has passed thru the filters, which is then connected to the city inlet of the rv. I have full pressure shore water pressure thru the filters, then it's regulated to 55psi prior to entering the rv plumbing. All of this, and it's fairly compact, is inside my storage bay, where I don't have to worry about freezing. (I have Frankensteined a small heater to keep my storage bay above freezing temps). I was in a camp site and my neighbor camper asked me one morning if I had water!?! I had water because I had been running on my fresh water storage. My hose was frozen solid, my filters and regulator were safely warm and patiently waiting for the hose to thaw.
Sorry I must be missing something. I don’t see any link to the power monitor.
Is one burner on your stovetop in the "on" position?
Jerrod. This question has nothing to do with this video but I wanted to ask you how you installed the shelf where your microwave was. I am wanting to do the same thing. I look forward to your response
Thanks
I used pocket screws
Hi Jared! I love your channel! But, let’s lose the “How’s it goin?” Just my thought…
Is this ok to keep hooked to 110 v ? I really like the part about monitoring the load on a generator. Did you just use one of the 15 amp breakers ? One last question- do you have a link to the clamp
The monitor I used in the video is out of stock but this one has a similar clamp on sensor.(amzn.to/3a89qr8) Yes you can keep this connected all the time and for our setup we used a 15 amp breaker because it was available since we don't have a converter.
Very interested in the Victron MultiPlus and Magnum MSH series . Not sure it would work in my situation. I am in a seasonal rv site but I have only 30 amp plug. (But i really only have 20amp ) I tried a 25amp break but still trip my main break that is locked away. I need a device that only pulls 20amps but can power assist to 30,40 or maybe 50amp. Can the magnum be set to only pull 20amp.
The Victron Multiplus would definitely work in this situation. You can adjust the amount of shore power the Multiplus is allowed to draw. I have a Onan 5500 watt generator that can - according to the specs - produce about 45 amps. I'm rarely on a pedestal so I have adjusted my Multiplus to pull more than the typical 30 amps. Should I be on a pedestal, I adjust the Multiplus down to 30 amps so I don't blow the breaker on the pedestal. It can be adjusted lower than 30 amp if needed. The Multiplus is a great inverter/charger. It will also do Power Assist.
Would this be something we could use in a 30 amp RV?
Absolutely, here is Jason’s install on a 30 amp RV. th-cam.com/video/PgciDMnMZDU/w-d-xo.html
The link to the meter is not working, no longer available
This one is very similar, looks like the same clamp sensor. amzn.to/3a89qr8
Great ideas, but saying the same thing repeatedly is getting hard to watch!
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