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Note:
– If your trailer has a factory solar package, you can keep the factory converter and let the solar top off the battery.
– 2022 and newer trailers will most likely have a lithium compatible converter. WFCO 8955-AD is a common model.

WFCO WF-8955-AD
– 55 amps
– goes where the factory converter sits.

Progressive Dynamics PD4655V
– 55 amps
– goes where the factory converter sits.

RecPro
– 55 amps
– goes behind the power panel.

Related topics

Battery Monitors (Smart Shunts)

Solar Panels & Charge Controllers

Battery Wiring, Tools & Parts

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Camco 28 gallon

– side dump valve so no lifting to dump

It’s the one I own. The larger 36 gallon is way too large and very heavy when full. Dumping when the trailer tanks are half full make it easier to manage.

Camco 21 gallon

– lift to dump

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NOCO

10 amp

5 amp

1 amp

Victron

  • Bluetooth
  • Able to set the charging rate, mode, etc

15 amp

10 amp

5 amp

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The antenna I use

Another attic style antenna

Flat antenna. Easier to store.

I connect the antenna coax cable to the satellite port on the outside of the trailer and the tv to the satellite port on the inside of the trailer. This will bypass the trailer’s antenna booster but you won’t need it with this setup.

Extendable pole

RG6 coax cable
– Measure the length you need from the antenna, when raised, to the outside satellite port.

Velcro straps
– Secures pole to ladder

Velcro straps
– Secures coax cable to pole

Websites to find the location and distance of the towers. There are also phone apps.

https://www.fcc.gov/media/engineering/dtvmaps

https://www.antennasdirect.com/transmitter-locator.html

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Much stronger than the factory stabilizer jacks.

Camco Eaz-Lift
– set of 2
– 24″
– 7500 lb

LIBRA
– set of 4
– 24″
– 9000 lb

WEIZE
– set of 4
– 24″
– 9000 lb

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Since it’s safe to put a lithium battery inside the trailer, you may find yourself wanting to redo the wiring.

Note: the breakaway switch should be connected to the battery side of the disconnect switch.

Parts & tools

Note: The items listed are only examples. You need to calculate your setup’s needs to pick the right amperage for each cable, fuse, circuit breaker, etc.

Battery cables
General rule of gauge
No inverter = 4 AWG
1,000W inverter = 4 AWG
2,000W inverter = 2 AWG

Circuit breaker

Battery disconnect switch

Class T fuse
– Catastrophic fuse to protect trailer wiring

Fuse holder

110A for 100A BMS
200A for 200A BMS

Crimping tool, wire cutter & wire stripper

Battery terminal lugs
– purchase the correct size for your application

Heat shrink tubing

Heat Shrink Ring Connectors

Power posts

Power posts
– with covers

Power distribution blocks

10 awg cable for solar

– wiring the controller and battery if mounted inside the trailer

Related posts

Solar Panels & Charge Controllers

Lithium (LiFePO4 ) Batteries, Converters, DC-DC Chargers

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Note: Victron battery monitors are more accurate due to them factoring in Peukert’s Law. If you boondock a lot and want the most accurate readings, get a Victron.

Victron SmartShunt
– Bluetooth only

Victron SmartShunt
– Bluetooth only
– Water resistant version

Victron BMV-712
– Display
– Bluetooth
– Requires a wire between the display and battery.

How to wire it:

The easiest way is to mount it on top of the battery inside the battery box.

Related topics

Lithium (LiFePO4 ) Batteries, Converters, DC-DC Chargers

Solar Panels & Charge Controllers

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Outdoor Antenna

Ubiquiti NanoStation loco M5
– 5 GHz
– includes PoE injector

TP-Link N300
– 2.4 GHz
– includes PoE injector

TP-Link N300
– 5 GHz
– includes PoE injector

Inside Wireless Router

TP-Link Nano AC750

Ubiquiti airCube
– PoE output so you don’t have to use an injector.

Ethernet Cable Wall Port

Ethernet Cable Pass-Through Connectors
– can also run the cable behind a slide seal.

Ethernet Cables

Cat 6

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Website main page

For a longer list of items, see my spreadsheet. Note: it’s not updated as often as this website.

Feel free to message me if you have questions about any items.

Leveling, Tire Chocking & Towing

Leveling chocks

Need 2 sets for dual axle trailers

Plastic stackers

Put them under stabilizer jacks, entry steps, tongue jack, campsite picnic table, etc

X-Chocks

– Lowers the amount of rocking in the trailer.
– DOES NOT replace regular tire chocks. Use both.

LevelMatePro

– Bluetooth

Plastic chocks

Rubber chocks

Breakaway emergency cable

Security cable to attach on the tow vehicle’s frame for the breakaway cable.

Mirror extensions

– universal

Tire pressure gauge

– 100 psi

Roof & Exterior

Roof sealant

Lexel

– lights, windows, baggage doors, etc

Roof tape

Channel insert trim

Vent cover

Vent lid

Window glass rubber seal

Water Tools & Parts

PEX crimper
(one-handed)

PEX hard hose clamps (1/2″)

Suburban water heater anode rod

1-1/16″ socket

Water heater flush wand

Sink support brackets

Water pressure regulator

– campsite with water spigot

Water filter

– attaches to water hose

Low point drain valves

– add teflon/plumber’s tape

Another option:
Shark-bite shut-off valve

Water heater heating element

– Suburban water heater
– 1400W

Dometic 300/310/320 flush seal

– OEM. Aftermarket version leaked right away on mine.

Dometic 300/310/320 flush valve

Soft hose clamps

Water Bandit–

– connect to water hoses without threaded ends

Electrical Tools & Parts

Multimeter

Crimper

Closed end crimps

Heat shrink butt connectors

Temp gun

– hub bearings
– griddle/grill

Fuses

– single use

Fuses

– resettable
– great for troubleshooting

Air compressor / tire pump

– up to 120 psi

Slide & awning switch
– 4 terminal version

Tongue jack switch
– 4 terminal version

Digital Thermostats

Coleman-Mach

– Factory match

Coleman-Mach

– Use a 2 gang wall plate or piece .of ABS plastic as a backer.

Coleman-Mach

– Use a 2 gang wall plate or piece of ABS plastic as a backer.

Entry Door

Screen door

Entry door grab handle

Screen door protector for pets

Dump Station

Dump hose

Black tank treatment

Portable dump tank

Dump hose supports

– full hookup site

Fridge & Cooking

Dinosaur Electronics Dometic Thermistor

– Fixes the propane/120V fridge temp issues. Love mine.

Griddle spatula set

Fridge & freezer thermometer

Shower

Shower head w/ hose

– Exterior walls are only 1-1/4″ thick so be careful when mounting new holder.

Shower head w/ hose

– Exterior walls are only 1-1/4″ thick so be careful when mounting new holder.

Awning shade

– Zippered upper section can be rolled up with the awning.
– Choose the width you want.

Side shade

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Note: You may find these locally with a better return policy.

3,000+ Watts

Champion
4500 surge
3500 running

– gasoline
– propane
– RV ready 30 amp outlet
– electric start

Predator
3500 surge
3000 running

– gasoline

WEN
3800 surge
3400 running

– RV ready 30 amp outlet
– gasoline

Under 3,000 Watts

Predator
2000 surge
1600 running

– gasoline

Champion
2500 surge
1850 running

– gasoline
– propane

Champion
2500 surge
1850 running

– gasoline

WEN
2350 surge
1900 running

– gasoline

Honda
2200 surge
1800 running

– gasoline

Accessories

Neutral ground bonding plug
– may be needed when using a surge protector.

Adapters for generators less than 3000 watts

30 amp trailer

50 amp trailer


Non-RV ready generators
– Twist-lock to RV 30 amp adapter

Non-RV ready generators
– Twist-lock to RV 50 amp adapter

Soft Start

Run the A/C with a 2,200 watt generator

Coleman-Mach

SoftStartRV

Micro-air Easystart 364

Micro-air Easystart 364
– Bluetooth

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