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09-27-2018, 11:46 AM
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Inverter Install Questions
I'm looking to install an inverter on my TT but not sure where to locate it. I was looking to get it as close to the battery as I could without getting too much in the way of storage up forward.
Its a 2300w inverter so its not very light. There doesn't seem to be much strength in the luan material in the forward storage area –*though that seems the logical place to install it.
Curious where others have installed them?
The inverter has a couple standard 110v receptacles on it. Does anyone wire it directly to the trailer's converter/charger? Or does it make sense just to use an adapter and plug-in using the RV shore power cable whenever I need to use it?
Appreciate the insights!
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09-27-2018, 11:51 AM
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Not sure where your batteries are should the inverter be as close to batteries as possible?
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09-27-2018, 11:57 AM
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Originally Posted by bdreinv
Not sure where your batteries are should the inverter be as close to batteries as possible?
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Batteries are up on the A-frame behind the propane tanks. I've read that its best to be as close as possible or else you're running larger gauge wire to it.
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Wanda - 2022 Rockwood Mini Lite 2516s
Trooper - 2016 F250 Lariat CCSB 6.7L Power Stroke, 3.5" lift, Titan 60gal, Airlift 7500XL, Bedrug & ARE Z-series topper
Gone but not forgotten:
Harvey – *SOLD* 2018 Eagle HT TT 314BHDS
Big D - 2002 F250 XLT CCSB 7.3L Power Stroke (semi-retired)
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09-28-2018, 12:22 PM
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I mounted my 1500Watt inverter in the front storage compartment on the front wall. I also installed my fuses and SOLAR breakers on a board that goes against the front wall or I can swing it out for maintenance. It is on a piano hinge. Works fine. The inverter is mounted just to the right of my home made DC control panel, I will see if I can locate a picture of it.
I also ran a Romex electrical cable from the inverter to the rear storage area where the shore power connection is. I installed (2) RV receptacles one has the shore-power coming into it, and the other has the Inverter power in it. The cable with the RV male plug is then plugged into the service I want to use Shore-Power or Inverter power. Now I would spend the $60 and install an Automatic Transfer Switch back there (Amazon).
Good luck with your project. Oh, how much battery power do you have (Ah's)?
Don
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09-28-2018, 05:16 PM
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Would not know where to start, all through I do recognize the Harbor Freight light lol!
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09-29-2018, 07:24 AM
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Originally Posted by bdreinv
Would not know where to start, all through I do recognize the Harbor Freight light lol!
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It all starts with a pencil and paper.... after drawing out, it is sooooooo much easier to understand and install.
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09-29-2018, 08:37 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Mustang65
I mounted my 1500Watt inverter in the front storage compartment on the front wall. I also installed my fuses and SOLAR breakers on a board that goes against the front wall or I can swing it out for maintenance. It is on a piano hinge. Works fine. The inverter is mounted just to the right of my home made DC control panel, I will see if I can locate a picture of it.
I also ran a Romex electrical cable from the inverter to the rear storage area where the shore power connection is. I installed (2) RV receptacles one has the shore-power coming into it, and the other has the Inverter power in it. The cable with the RV male plug is then plugged into the service I want to use Shore-Power or Inverter power. Now I would spend the $60 and install an Automatic Transfer Switch back there (Amazon).
Good luck with your project. Oh, how much battery power do you have (Ah's)?
Don
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That's a great looking setup. I love the idea to have the board swing out for maintenance! This helps me out a lot.
For batteries I was looking at a starting with a pair of Lifeline 6V AGM. I can get them locally at the shipyard near where my father's boat is kept. The GPL-4CT is rated 220Ah. I felt if needed I could add another pair later on.
Don, you've given me a lot to ponder and I do have a drawing –*but I think I'll rethink a few things!
Thanks!!
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Trooper - 2016 F250 Lariat CCSB 6.7L Power Stroke, 3.5" lift, Titan 60gal, Airlift 7500XL, Bedrug & ARE Z-series topper
Gone but not forgotten:
Harvey – *SOLD* 2018 Eagle HT TT 314BHDS
Big D - 2002 F250 XLT CCSB 7.3L Power Stroke (semi-retired)
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09-29-2018, 05:11 PM
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Originally Posted by NorCal Eagle
Don, you've given me a lot to ponder and I do have a drawing –*but I think I'll rethink a few things!
Thanks!!
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6 years later and I am STILL rethinking and rewiring... never ends!
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09-29-2018, 06:35 PM
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I did run 2 strings #14 wire to the panel and used 2 way switches to supply to a few plugs and the fridge (circuit1) and Microwave (circuit 2)
It is easy just to plug in the shore-power cord into the inverter, but I wouldn't recommend it. Because it is easy to overload the inverter that way.
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