Recent content by cr117

It is if you have a solar panel! That’s why they’re sometimes referred to as solar generators.

I’m confused by the question. Doesn’t your Jackery have 120V AC ports built in?

Yes, that part is completely normal.

LOL. That's like saying if Russia hadn't ever been caught doping their Olympic athletes, the would've been crushing the competition the last 4 years.

Also worth clarifying that LiFePO4 is a different chemistry than straight Lithium ion batteries and are much more safe.

In my opinion, that solution is extremely overpriced for what you get. The kit is $700, then you have to buy two of their batteries and you're looking at around $1,400 total. All that for roughly 60Ah of capacity? With AGM batteries, you generally don't want to go beyond 50% depth of discharge...

Seriously, no one is forcing you to buy an EV. If you want to drive in the extreme cold and go on extended road trips all the time, then yes, having an EV as your only vehicle probably isn't the smartest move. All is I can say is it's really nice not having to worry about stopping for gas every...

I'm still not seeing how the economics of this route makes sense for this type of application. Looking at this model for reference (the most compact version I can find), if I hooked up 2 in parallel, I'd only get roughly 60Ah for $1,400. Compare this to a 105Ah LPO setup, it'd only cost $300...

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What are you even talking about? I have an EV, so I can unequivocally say this is completely false. Winters are pretty mild, not sure what that has to do with anything. If I am stuck in traffic, being in an EV is great. It's nice and quiet and I don't have to burn any gas just to keep my...

Oh, you’re thinking of cylindrical cells. That is one option, but I was planning on using prismatic cells for this build. Same idea, just different form factor: I just looked this up. While it’s impressive it can output at such a high amperage, it looks like it’s only 30Ah. Probably a decent...

Completely useless! How am I supposed to monitor all my meme stocks while playing roller coaster tycoon on I-5?

Their website clearly states that since Dakota Lithium is no longer producing the 18Ah batteries, they are putting a pause in selling their battery mount. I considered the option of utilizing the DV8 storage container but this configuration appears to work for my needs (100Ah capacity) and...

But where do I mount my 2nd monitor?

Ahoy scallywag, nice sunshade ye 'ave thar. Now ye needs a matchin' Jolly Roger mounted t' the aft.