DCH109
Adventurer
So here is my setup.
2020 Ram 2500 with the upgraded 220 amp alternator.
I have a 1969 Alaskan Camper 8' Non Cab Over (NCO) that is in the process of some upgrades.
The Alaskan will not not have propane at all as a fixture in the camper. for cooking, heat and hot water, I have other plans.
The old fridge was removed and replaced with a Dometic 2.8 cu ft (78L) fridge (this will be the biggest draw). All LED lighting and at times charging my iPad or phone.
Per Dometic the fridge is a 48W power consumption at about 5.6 amps. they do not say minute, hour day week or whatever. The fridge was chosen due to the size and the ability to be out for 2 weeks alone, or 3 days with 2 kids. Food here is a factor as my 13yo eats like he has not had food for months.
I wanted the camper power to be a separate unit from the truck, except for the running lights when driving. Meaning the truck would not charge the camper batteries when moving. Shore power will be available if needed.
I have a portable Solar unit (120 watt) already.
The question would be the following:
What would I need for Solar and power. I was thinking a 200W unit with 2 house batteries. This would be on the roof, with the portable unit used if needed on longer trips.
I was thinking of a DC-DC charger, but I am trying to reduce my overall cost and complexity.
2020 Ram 2500 with the upgraded 220 amp alternator.
I have a 1969 Alaskan Camper 8' Non Cab Over (NCO) that is in the process of some upgrades.
The Alaskan will not not have propane at all as a fixture in the camper. for cooking, heat and hot water, I have other plans.
The old fridge was removed and replaced with a Dometic 2.8 cu ft (78L) fridge (this will be the biggest draw). All LED lighting and at times charging my iPad or phone.
Per Dometic the fridge is a 48W power consumption at about 5.6 amps. they do not say minute, hour day week or whatever. The fridge was chosen due to the size and the ability to be out for 2 weeks alone, or 3 days with 2 kids. Food here is a factor as my 13yo eats like he has not had food for months.
I wanted the camper power to be a separate unit from the truck, except for the running lights when driving. Meaning the truck would not charge the camper batteries when moving. Shore power will be available if needed.
I have a portable Solar unit (120 watt) already.
The question would be the following:
What would I need for Solar and power. I was thinking a 200W unit with 2 house batteries. This would be on the roof, with the portable unit used if needed on longer trips.
I was thinking of a DC-DC charger, but I am trying to reduce my overall cost and complexity.
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