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06-02-2021, 07:56 AM
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1 Rivet Member
2019 Tommy Bahama Interstate
St Paul
, Minnesota
Join Date: Mar 2019
Posts: 9
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Victron Multiplus II install locations
Hello,
I am looking at installing a Victron Multiplus II in a 2018 AI Lounge.
Has anyone out there done this? If so were did you mount the unit?
Also when installing the Lithium batteries, did you leave them outside under the coach in the AGM mounts or move inside?
thx
lach
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06-02-2021, 01:20 PM
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#2
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Half a Rivet Short
2017 30' Classic
2022 Interstate 24X
Carlisle
, Pennsylvania
Join Date: May 2017
Posts: 15,684
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Hi
At least as I read the write up's on the Multi Plus II its main claim to fame is a 50A / 230V transfer switch. They *seem* to be saying that a 30A application would do better to use the Multi Plus.
Am I missing something?
The "stock" AS approach on the 2021's seems to have been to install lithiums outside and set them up with heater pads.
Bob
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06-02-2021, 03:59 PM
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#3
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1 Rivet Member
2019 Tommy Bahama Interstate
St Paul
, Minnesota
Join Date: Mar 2019
Posts: 9
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Victron released the 230volt verison first. They now have a 50amp/120volt version. It also works with 30amp shore power.
https://www.victronenergy.com/upload...2x-120V-EN.pdf
Thx
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06-02-2021, 05:12 PM
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#4
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Rivet Master
Commercial Member
Vintage Kin Owner
Naples
, Florida
Join Date: Dec 2005
Posts: 7,508
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Lachness,
You would do far better with the MultiPlus 1, not the MultiPlus 2. The 2 is made specifically for 50 amp use, not the 30 amps that you have in an Interstate. I have installed over 50 units into the Interstates, and the Multiplus 2 would not only be a waste, but again, it is specifically designed for 50 amp use.
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lewster
Solar Tech Energy Systems, Inc.
Victron Solar Components and Inverters, Zamp Solar Panels, LiFeBlue and Battle Born Lithium Batteries, Lifeline AGM Batteries
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06-03-2021, 09:14 AM
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#5
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1 Rivet Member
1982 31' Excella
Hillsboro
, Texas
Join Date: Aug 2019
Posts: 14
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I have been dealing with Battle Born for weeks....
I too ordered the Victron only to find out it will not run a 50 amp trailer
Only 30 amp or 1/2 of 50 amp trailer.
As per Eric at BB I refused the shipment and it was and returned to BB and received on 05/21... Still trying to get a refund.
They do not answer their phone or return any call.
They may have something out in October if they can get the parts in.
I went with Xantrax.
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06-04-2021, 05:52 AM
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#6
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1 Rivet Member
2019 Tommy Bahama Interstate
St Paul
, Minnesota
Join Date: Mar 2019
Posts: 9
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C Gin Go:
Which Xantrax model did you go with? Where in the AI are you installing the inverter?
Thx
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06-04-2021, 07:07 AM
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#7
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Half a Rivet Short
2017 30' Classic
2022 Interstate 24X
Carlisle
, Pennsylvania
Join Date: May 2017
Posts: 15,684
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Hi
I get my Victron gear from Peter Kennedy Yacht Systems:
https://shop.pkys.com
His prices are inline with the rest of the internet and he's always answered the phone when I've called. He also has a very normal store you can drop into and pick things up at. It's a bit of a drive for me so mostly I have things delivered.
Bob
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06-05-2021, 10:44 AM
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#8
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1 Rivet Member
1982 31' Excella
Hillsboro
, Texas
Join Date: Aug 2019
Posts: 14
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I purchased the Xantrex Freedom XC Pro 3000 watt inverter/charge. I would suggest also Freedom Bluetooth Remote. Along with a long list of other stuff needed...
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06-11-2021, 12:52 PM
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Half a Rivet Short
2017 30' Classic
2022 Interstate 24X
Carlisle
, Pennsylvania
Join Date: May 2017
Posts: 15,684
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Quote:
Originally Posted by C Gin Go
I purchased the Xantrex Freedom XC Pro 3000 watt inverter/charge. I would suggest also Freedom Bluetooth Remote. Along with a long list of other stuff needed...
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Hi
The factory seems to be headed towards the Freedom XC 2000. Not much info out there on it's static / parasitic current drain ....
Bob
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06-19-2021, 10:48 AM
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#10
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2 Rivet Member
2017 Interstate Grand Tour Ext
Englewood
, CO
Join Date: Jun 2020
Posts: 27
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Lachness,
We upgraded our 2017 GT to go off grid. Our style of camping. We installed 400 Amp Hours of BattleBorns and 400W Solar on top. Victron Multiplus is our inverter.
With lithium you want to install in the cabin if you are in colder climates. We live in Colorado. Please see out installation pics to see how we did it. Lots of space left for our gear.
Very happy with the results. Our only limitations being off grid is our tank capacity. We no longer worry about power consumption. We run a toaster oven, TV's, Devices, radio, Coffee maker and lights. No issues at all. We are lucky that most of our time is up in the mountains so no need for AC.
Boondocker
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06-19-2021, 11:12 AM
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#11
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Half a Rivet Short
2017 30' Classic
2022 Interstate 24X
Carlisle
, Pennsylvania
Join Date: May 2017
Posts: 15,684
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Quote:
Originally Posted by 5280BDocker
Lachness,
We upgraded our 2017 GT to go off grid. Our style of camping. We installed 400 Amp Hours of BattleBorns and 400W Solar on top. Victron Multiplus is our inverter.
With lithium you want to install in the cabin if you are in colder climates. We live in Colorado. Please see out installation pics to see how we did it. Lots of space left for our gear.
Very happy with the results. Our only limitations being off grid is our tank capacity. We no longer worry about power consumption. We run a toaster oven, TV's, Devices, radio, Coffee maker and lights. No issues at all. We are lucky that most of our time is up in the mountains so no need for AC.
Boondocker
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Hi
Nice !!
The only thing I might change there is to add some sort of protection over the +12 lugs on the batteries. They look like they are out in the open in the second picture .....
Bob
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06-19-2021, 11:17 AM
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#12
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2 Rivet Member
2017 Interstate Grand Tour Ext
Englewood
, CO
Join Date: Jun 2020
Posts: 27
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Bob, Good point. We did cover the terminal ends up.
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