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07-13-2018, 09:05 AM
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2 Rivet Member
2004 30' Classic
London
, Ontario
Join Date: Nov 2014
Posts: 93
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Replacement suggestions for Parallax 7455
We're looking to upgrade the electrical system on our 2004 30' Classic over the next couple years in preparation for retirement. Our 'end state' goal is to have the ability to boondock for 2-3 days completely off-grid with enough electrical for full usage (basically everything except AC). I expect this will include 400w-600w of solar, lithium batteries, and whatever electronics is required to make it easy to manage and monitor. I expect to be reaching out to either Lewster or AM Solar when that time comes, as I want it done right.
For now, the first step, so as not to boil any more batteries, is to replace the original Parallax 7455 converter (shown below) with a 4 stage charger/converter.
The reading I've done shows lots of people replacing their factory converter with the PD 4655, but I'm not sure that's the right one to replace ours, as the existing Parallax is floor mounted, not rack mounted.
Given that we're planning on adding solar and lithium in a couple years, what makes the most sense for a 4 stage converter replacement for us?
We currently have a 100w Go Power solar panel and controller installed by the previous owner, but I expect when we upgrade in a few years this will both be removed/replaced. For now, it allows us to keep the batteries topped up when we're not camping or connected to shore power.
Thanks for your advice,
Steve
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2020 F150 XLT 4x4
WBCCI #1783, Region 2, Ontario Canada Unit
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07-16-2018, 02:28 PM
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Rivet Master
2011 22' Sport
Portland
, Oregon
Join Date: Aug 2017
Posts: 657
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Call Randy at BestConverter, they sell all of the major options and he may be able to guide you to the right one. Be sure to keep in mind any possible future battery chemistry changes so that you get a converter that is forward compatible with them (e.g. lithium).
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07-17-2018, 06:19 AM
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2 Rivet Member
2004 30' Classic
London
, Ontario
Join Date: Nov 2014
Posts: 93
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Quote:
Originally Posted by SilverHouseDreams
Call Randy at BestConverter, they sell all of the major options and he may be able to guide you to the right one. Be sure to keep in mind any possible future battery chemistry changes so that you get a converter that is forward compatible with them (e.g. lithium).
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Thanks SHD! After writing my post, I emailed Randy and put the same question to him. He's suggested a converter that would work for me - a Boondocker 1260CL that will also charge lithium. I'll be giving him a call for details soon. I'm hoping that this is something that I can install myself.
Thanks!
Brawny
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2004 30' Classic
2020 F150 XLT 4x4
WBCCI #1783, Region 2, Ontario Canada Unit
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07-21-2018, 05:07 PM
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Rivet Master
Commercial Member
New Borockton
, Alabama
Join Date: Sep 2002
Posts: 1,593
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Brawny
Thanks SHD! After writing my post, I emailed Randy and put the same question to him. He's suggested a converter that would work for me - a Boondocker 1260CL that will also charge lithium. I'll be giving him a call for details soon. I'm hoping that this is something that I can install myself.
Thanks!
Brawny
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Brawny, that is definitely a DIY swap. Only 2 wires and a power cord.
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07-30-2022, 12:40 AM
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Lake Tahoe Airstream Club
2002 25' Safari
2003 31' Land Yacht 30
Minden
, Nevada
Join Date: Dec 2012
Posts: 29
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Did you make this swap?
Quote:
Originally Posted by Brawny
We're looking to upgrade the electrical system on our 2004 30' Classic over the next couple years in preparation for retirement. Our 'end state' goal is to have the ability to boondock for 2-3 days completely off-grid with enough electrical for full usage (basically everything except AC). I expect this will include 400w-600w of solar, lithium batteries, and whatever electronics is required to make it easy to manage and monitor. I expect to be reaching out to either Lewster or AM Solar when that time comes, as I want it done right.
For now, the first step, so as not to boil any more batteries, is to replace the original Parallax 7455 converter (shown below) with a 4 stage charger/converter.
The reading I've done shows lots of people replacing their factory converter with the PD 4655, but I'm not sure that's the right one to replace ours, as the existing Parallax is floor mounted, not rack mounted.
Given that we're planning on adding solar and lithium in a couple years, what makes the most sense for a 4 stage converter replacement for us?
We currently have a 100w Go Power solar panel and controller installed by the previous owner, but I expect when we upgrade in a few years this will both be removed/replaced. For now, it allows us to keep the batteries topped up when we're not camping or connected to shore power.
Thanks for your advice,
Steve
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We have the same converter as you did in our 2002 Safari.... We also have 165 w solar. Did you make this swap? Was it easy to do? Any tips?
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