is Cheap LITHIUM a BAD IDEA?? Building a REAL Budget 12v Setup

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Today we are making a BUDGET Lithium 12v Setup in the back of my 4WD, we are doing SOLAR, 240V, Remote Switching, Battery Diagnostics and MUCH MORE!
Links to EBAY items I USED!
Watt Meter (Monitored the Input) ebay.us/WRCVNT
Watt Meter (Monitored the Output) ebay.us/S7fRbf
Copper Cable Lugs ebay.us/m4OLTs
720PCS Assorted Crimp Terminals ebay.us/8HgLrP
40A Relays ebay.us/aa3FFg
Motion Sensor ebay.us/ndMEV9
Fuse Box ebay.us/PNGJYB
Switch Panel ebay.us/5SklUo
Wireless Remote Control Relay ebay.us/kphJ5i
Circuit Breaker ebay.us/zG3RV6
Roof Lights ebay.us/hCinxr
LED Strip Light ebay.us/DgDLuN
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BUILDING a CHEAP LITHIUM 12v Setup That isn't $10,000
is Cheap LITHIUM a BAD IDEA?? Building a REAL Budget 12v Setup
is Cheap LITHIUM a BAD IDEA?? Building a DIRT CHEAP Lithium 12v Setup
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  • @digitaldash8524
    @digitaldash85242 жыл бұрын

    There's just something different about watching Aussie Arvos compared to the larger ones. No bullshit, straight to the point - don't ever change guys!

  • @AussieArvos

    @AussieArvos

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks mate! Means alot!! 🙏

  • @HammerRocks

    @HammerRocks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Plus each projects are all in one episode. 👍

  • @SalvoDan

    @SalvoDan

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@HammerRocks I think a follow up video with tidied up cables and marine carpet on the 12V box would not go astray. It is great that this was all up and running in this video though…

  • @ncradock2007

    @ncradock2007

    2 жыл бұрын

    Agreed, I very rarely watch the other big name channels these days

  • @hunterbodell1129

    @hunterbodell1129

    Жыл бұрын

    Aussie arvos is big channel quality with small channel fun lol

  • @MrXaeox
    @MrXaeox2 жыл бұрын

    Oh no the cabling isn't perfect from a bloke giving it a try himself. Honestly I think it's a bloody good job for a cheap DIY setup from a non auto electrician.

  • @max___power
    @max___power2 жыл бұрын

    Dude, I dont comment on KZread videos much, but I have to say that I've been following your channel for a bit now, and I'm loving it and the work you do. It's refreshing to see a "normal" guy doing "normal" stuff and not someone who is sponsored with megs $$$ gear. Well done and keep it up. Thanks.

  • @AussieArvos

    @AussieArvos

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Jim! Glad you liking it! I really enjoy doing the budget builds! Cheers :)

  • @orwasit4206
    @orwasit4206 Жыл бұрын

    just found ya chanell today and i gotta say its refreshing to see someone just sharing their passion instead of heavily edited and marketed videos. Keep up the solid work

  • @HammerRocks
    @HammerRocks2 жыл бұрын

    (In an American Southern accent) DAMN SON! Minus the cable mgmt 😁, that's one slick DIY power box. Well done👌 Yeah, painting the box, particularly the cover would improve the looks. And since the cover is transparent, I'd recommend painting it (cover) from the inside. Plus have you considered fitting an extension cord to your inverter, then mounting the extended end at a more convenient location? Perhaps even use a household type 240V outlet. I too geek out on the information like what those digital screens shows you. 🤣👍

  • @liamm9400
    @liamm94009 ай бұрын

    Cheers brother. These videos have helped this 4wd newb get started. I have just ordered most of the electronics you have used in this vid. Makes it really accessible.

  • @davidlovell4390
    @davidlovell43902 жыл бұрын

    Well done !! You had a crack , it works,you have a big smile on your face and more importantly you still have all your fingers and toes. I have been running a 100 amp lithium power station for just over two years now , and love it. I have a 25 amp DC/DC charger because that’s the my power station isn’t rated for anything bigger and that works well. Keep up the good work , love the enthusiasm and the no BS approach !! Thank you 😊

  • @bjs14a
    @bjs14a2 жыл бұрын

    Hey Pat, love ya work mate keep it up. It's good to see someone having a go to show people that it's worth having a go at it themselves. I do have a couple of ideas that might help a little more with your setup. 1- is loom tape from car builders. Their tape is amazing and will work good through the grommet holes and will protect positive wires from rubbing through insulation on places like cargo barrier and nicer looking than split tube too. 2- consider making your own gull wing window now you have your plasma cutter. Some hinges from bunnings, metal or ally frame and perspex window to make the gullwing would work well too if you wanted to see how ya go with it.Keep up the awesome work guys

  • @AussieArvos

    @AussieArvos

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks mate, yeah I think the tape is a good idea!! And doing a DIY gull-wing would be awesome!

  • @blairskevington6631

    @blairskevington6631

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@AussieArvos theres a guy in the states -dirt lifestyle and he does a really good video on making gull wings

  • @c-monky6760

    @c-monky6760

    2 жыл бұрын

    Legit 👍

  • @narg87
    @narg872 жыл бұрын

    Hey man, recommend on getting some tinting done on your vehicle. It's a cheap mod which gets you bang for buck. Better thermals, increased security, blocks out UV. Plus it will make your 80 look so much cooler

  • @AussieArvos

    @AussieArvos

    2 жыл бұрын

    Love the idea!!

  • @paulholyoak

    @paulholyoak

    2 жыл бұрын

    But then how will he compulsively monitor his solar power input all day?

  • @The_ElunduExpeditionProject
    @The_ElunduExpeditionProject2 жыл бұрын

    Great video! Thoroughly enjoyed this one. I have always maintained that there is no need to break the bank on a decent 12V system. Your channel is growing for a reason, keep up the good work.

  • @scottnugent7223
    @scottnugent72232 жыл бұрын

    I know what you mean about setting up your own 12volt gear, You can easily get lost in it. The best feeling is when you finish up all the wiring, crack a beer and start putting it to the test, watching the gauges and see what she's capable of. Biggest advice is being honest with what you want your battery and 12v setup to do if you just go on the weekender/occasional holiday week- 2 weeks. The kings 120AH lithium while cheap it's charging and discharge parameters should be more than sufficient for running a fridge and a few creature comforts with your 1500w inverter especially with a 25amp DCDC to keep it topped up (Lithium if I remember charges 5x faster than AGM). I live full time on the road (In Tassie at the moment) Travelling around and all I can say is if you're parked up for a week or 2 with shitty weather, having a DCDC is a life saver. Keep up the good work mate.

  • @michaelaustin5888
    @michaelaustin58882 жыл бұрын

    Awesome job Mess or no mess you built something with your own hands with a plan in your head 🐘⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

  • @simonbates9779
    @simonbates97792 жыл бұрын

    Another great episode. I think you did really well to fit it all in such a small box. I could see your excitement when it all worked at the end. Have a great week mate. 🍻

  • @jazzyman9182
    @jazzyman91822 жыл бұрын

    Looks very neat and accessible! I don't mind the sliding doors on my 80 either. Still usable without needing a gull wing. Only thing I would change is the battery monitors. I researched these a lot before I bought mine and quite happy with it. I looked at those 2 types but couldn't get over the fact they didn't do charge and discharge in one, so I picked a juntek wireless battery monitor. Has a shunt that supports 300amps with a wireless screen. Screen can be powered by either 12v or a usb cord, so I can move it from the front to the rear to see the charge while driving or at camp. And it only cost around $50. Only downside I have found is it doesn't read current well below around 0.7amps. But can be easily reset to 100% charge if it ever gets out of whack.

  • @mrstyles8884
    @mrstyles88842 жыл бұрын

    Great work, to keep track of your cables I would suggest a label maker and labelling each cable at each end. Has been handy and saved me loads of time in the past.

  • @bananasusyd
    @bananasusyd2 жыл бұрын

    Another great video! And timely for me as I'm working on my own 12V set up!

  • @fatmanoverlanding
    @fatmanoverlanding2 жыл бұрын

    You're an inspiration Pat. I always look forward to watching your LC80 projects. Makes me want to do projects on my own LC80. Good work.👍

  • @AussieArvos

    @AussieArvos

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks mate, that really means alot! :) Cheers - Pat

  • @thatguyoi
    @thatguyoi Жыл бұрын

    I have a mixture of cheap and expensive items with my 12volt setup and those monitors are exactly what I was looking for thanks for the link !!

  • @pauladams4890
    @pauladams48902 жыл бұрын

    Solid effort! The only thing you got wrong is, lithium doesn’t work like an agm voltage wise (it’s a 12,8-13.2 resting voltage & 14.6v Max charging, if possible, set the max charging voltage to 14.2-14.4v so you get the most life out of it)…it’s a stable voltage until it’s empty, then it drops off quickly. Which is why you need the shunt monitoring.

  • @bjs14a

    @bjs14a

    2 жыл бұрын

    Spot on mate

  • @AussieArvos

    @AussieArvos

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Paul, yeah definitely different charge and discharge curve !

  • @pauladams4890

    @pauladams4890

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@AussieArvos although your setup is good… I’d definitely suggest a victron bmv712 unit. It’ll do everything automatically & give you a % of battery capacity @ all times, just input battery capacity & a few other specs…then use a Bluetooth app on your phone.

  • @Danwynne

    @Danwynne

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@pauladams4890 dude that thing is like $350. I think you've missed the point, he wants to do a budget build. Of course there are better products out there that do everything but that's not what the series is about. This is showing that for a fraction of the cost you can get something that is very functional and is accessible for most people's budgets.

  • @An_Idiot_in_the_Wild
    @An_Idiot_in_the_Wild10 ай бұрын

    That's actually a really neat & well-wired up box. Very well done.

  • @MattBrownbill
    @MattBrownbill2 жыл бұрын

    Great vid, thanks. You make this accessible to DIYers. Keep up the good work. 👍

  • @harrydunk1373
    @harrydunk13732 жыл бұрын

    Love the new 12v set up! Just in case you don’t know, you can get glass gullwings for the 80 series!

  • @hobs4868
    @hobs48682 жыл бұрын

    Great work. It’s very high tech, the 12 volt system in my 80 is a $25 solenoid between the battery’s and a Anderson plug in the rear with a circuit breaker at the battery end👍

  • @mrmotofy

    @mrmotofy

    Жыл бұрын

    That works for a lead battery but won't work for a Lithium

  • @ausguy4385
    @ausguy43852 жыл бұрын

    Does insurance cover kings stuff anymore 🤣🤣 lol best of luck. Keep some marshmallows on hand for the fire

  • @home_brew
    @home_brew2 жыл бұрын

    I really enjoyed this episode. I liked the solution, I liked that you stuck to using cheaper and affordable alternatives and im also looking forward to the next episodes where you fill the back seat with something and fit a gull wing window😁.

  • @kevinreynolds1328
    @kevinreynolds13282 жыл бұрын

    Well done love seeing someone have a go and don’t worry about what the nit pickers say about how neat your wiring is the main thing is it works and probably looks just like a lot of the work the rest of us diy people do. After watching your set up I will be setting up mine soon.

  • @kabaottoemulsion1869
    @kabaottoemulsion18692 жыл бұрын

    Good set up! Nice little box! I will have to drive slow and look for nice neat box as well!

  • @NKPGarage
    @NKPGarage2 жыл бұрын

    Fantastic freakin work man! Your ingenuity and creativity is contagious. Can't wait to see more !

  • @AussieArvos

    @AussieArvos

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks mate!!

  • @returningtoearthtv8836
    @returningtoearthtv88362 жыл бұрын

    Great Video. Im building a truck camper solar system with Victron Dc-DC charger 24/12- 30 Orion Tr Smart, two 100ah Battleborn heated batteries, a Cotek 2500watt inverter, 300 watts of flexible solar on roof cargo boxes running to a Victron Charge Controller. I have yet to get all my cables, switches, DC Fuse Block, Breakers (two like you mentioned) and other bits and bobs. Also appropriate crimpers, strippers, heat shrink, connectors and such. I was keen to learn of your key fob light system. Very cool. Dig your storytelling and your thorough presentation is so well delivered. Thanks.

  • @seanswanson7908
    @seanswanson79082 жыл бұрын

    HANDS DOWN THE BEST 12v budget video

  • @trevorhendy1
    @trevorhendy12 жыл бұрын

    This is actually an awesome job! Perfectly imperfect.

  • @stefansydow47
    @stefansydow472 жыл бұрын

    Always giving me more motivation to do more to my 80! Love your content guys! 🤙

  • @AussieArvos

    @AussieArvos

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Stefan!

  • @anyamingan2287
    @anyamingan22872 жыл бұрын

    Awesome job that’s so compact!!!!!! So DIY using materials found on the roadside and all 🙌🏽💪🏽

  • @anyamingan2287

    @anyamingan2287

    2 жыл бұрын

    And I love how passionate and excited you are with your remote controlled lights and amp monitoring, so great

  • @camsin1973
    @camsin19732 жыл бұрын

    Another great video !!! I only run a 20amp DCDC charger and it's fine and my 200w solar was pushing 8amps average last trip away. It's enough to keep my 75l dual zone fridge going & lights, USB charging etc. A powerboard off the inverter is also a handy idea 💡👍

  • @jackwoods6210
    @jackwoods62102 жыл бұрын

    Just did a week on Fraser Island, had a brand new Baintech 110Ah slimline with built in 20A DC to DC. It is not a budget option but I have 3 kids and had to prioritise space. Lithium is the only option for a new setup, initial outlay is worth the long term usability

  • @CMReid
    @CMReid2 жыл бұрын

    Good work man, I like how you keep your videos real !

  • @marcowolfart1977
    @marcowolfart1977 Жыл бұрын

    Cool stuff man it's been a long time I was willing to watch something like this. But it was hard do find something more humane and less corporative to build. Finally something I can really base my budget and skills on. Thanks for all the effort mate!

  • @4x4touring47
    @4x4touring472 жыл бұрын

    Very nice setup 👌 it's come together nicely and I can't believe you fit it all in that tiny box! Well done mate 👍 I'd never look at king's gear for anything these days after previous experiences so will be interesting to see how it goes. Would be good to see a capacity test in the battery to see if it stands up to their specs. Their prices are certainly not cheap in comparison to a lot out there so you would hope they are decent quality. I've been looking at lithium for a few years now and to me allspark look like the best value for quality out there. For now my basic isolator with under bonnet agm is working fine for my needs but it will only be a matter of time before I make the switch!

  • @tadeuszmichaelwlodarczyk3120
    @tadeuszmichaelwlodarczyk31202 жыл бұрын

    I'm happy that you have a go at anything you choose to do👍👍. And as a bonus saving money 💰. Got the same car and colour *twin's* great show's.

  • @thedaveoraveo
    @thedaveoraveo2 жыл бұрын

    Love this! breath of fresh air seeing a 12V setup thats not 10k worth of redarc gear. No complaints on the install you did a good job! and you already mentioned the grommets. Only nitpick is I got a little dizzy with the haldheld camera work on the big TV 😂

  • @AussieArvos

    @AussieArvos

    2 жыл бұрын

    Sorry mate, I'll try and hold it better , I can see what your saying!! But thanks!!!👌

  • @bradpinch8690
    @bradpinch86902 жыл бұрын

    Awesome set up! I reckon the inverter up on the side next to your box would be mint and easier to access.

  • @obikedog
    @obikedog4 ай бұрын

    Great system and if it does what you need it is perfect! Great job on saving space and adding functionality in a solid setup! One point I'd like to make since it seems lost here: DC/DC charger capacity needs to be tuned to the battery bank size, not what you're alternator can provide. One 120Ah LiPO battery is probably not going to be best served by anything bigger than 30A chargers. I know I know I know - battery manufacturers claim their max cap can sometimes be higher, but in the end charging is a chemical process to charge a LiPO. Going too fast is going to cook the battery and/or shorten its life. If you have sponsors footing the bill for parts - go ahead. Myself - If I need more capacity I'll upsize my battery bank AND the charger to fit needs.

  • @petermcmurtrie
    @petermcmurtrie2 жыл бұрын

    Awesome video Mate I picked up a few good tips from you here as I also have limited space, so thanks for that. 🙂👍 Hadn't thought of a fuse block thats for sure. Just ordered a 175ah Atlas lithium battery from Aussi Batteries and Solar to power my fridge/freezer and lights in my camper trailer. Also ordered power meters that show Ah, volts etc usage.

  • @NigelHolme
    @NigelHolme2 жыл бұрын

    Lots of work here... well done 👍 I think labelling the cables is a good idea for any time you need to make changes to your system. That might be more about my memory than anything else 😜 I purchased a fused 12 volt distribution box, similar to yours, from eBay and found that when the fuse was pulled there was still current coming through. It looks to be one of the fuse panels that has a red led light to indicate a blown fuse... put a multimeter on it with the fuse pulled just to be sure there's no voltage coming through. I ended up removing the circuit board from inside. Enjoying your series on the 80 👌

  • @BenMitro
    @BenMitro2 жыл бұрын

    Love your approach and rationale. Nice work too. For those cables coming out of the battery box have a look on eBay for SP21 connectors.

  • @jonnewton5929
    @jonnewton59292 жыл бұрын

    Superb work mate. Like you pointed out, budget usable reliable 12v. You nailed it Patrick. Smart work, doesn't have to be pretty. Keep up the top vids. Now show us you getting out there and using it mate 👍

  • @AussieArvos

    @AussieArvos

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Jon! That means alot mate :) will do , gotta put all this gear and work to the test :)

  • @clark_pauga
    @clark_pauga2 жыл бұрын

    Such a genuine video and person! Keep up the awesome work!

  • @AussieArvos

    @AussieArvos

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Clark!

  • @JMCKAY351
    @JMCKAY3512 жыл бұрын

    Well done, looks awesome, maybe paint the clear lid so u can't see inside box, but it all looks awesome, I am about to do similar in my GU patrol wagon, keep up the great shows.👍👍

  • @benwilkinson7181
    @benwilkinson71812 жыл бұрын

    I think people forget about the mid range products and what they’re actually going to use their 12v setups for. Sure you don’t need 5k+ setup but it doesn’t mean you automatically buy the cheapest products and expect the same results. Just have to find the happy medium off cost and functionality

  • @colleen9038

    @colleen9038

    2 жыл бұрын

    Exactly!

  • @CMReid

    @CMReid

    2 жыл бұрын

    Spot on 👍🏼

  • @AussieArvos

    @AussieArvos

    2 жыл бұрын

    100%!!!

  • @DashboardJesus999

    @DashboardJesus999

    2 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely. I have a lithium in my rig. Did I go and spend $2k on name brand stuff so I can run two hot plates, and a kettle all at the same time? No. I bought a cheap one to run my fridge and charge my lights and phone - like 90% of the people going on trips lol. Have to remember there are so many more products out there than the ones everyone on KZread peddles.

  • @steve-deltasdad3906

    @steve-deltasdad3906

    2 жыл бұрын

    perfect - most people do maybe 6 trips a year including weekends so makes no sense to spend $5-$10k on a full system

  • @muzzaball
    @muzzaball Жыл бұрын

    Honestly, I reckon you did a great job, and since everything is shunted and fused - at least it's safe. Good job mate!

  • @OzTravellers
    @OzTravellers Жыл бұрын

    Good video. Glad you added the comment heat shrink. I almost gagged when you opened the box. Lol

  • @VideoShowMeHow
    @VideoShowMeHow2 жыл бұрын

    Nice setup mate! Looking nice and neat :)

  • @unimog404
    @unimog4042 жыл бұрын

    12volt systems are awesome! I run an ikea induction cooktop on 2x 100AH Aolithium :D

  • @terryvaughn677
    @terryvaughn677 Жыл бұрын

    Great job....love the channel.....watch it everyday....seen some videos several times....

  • @yam8gille
    @yam8gille Жыл бұрын

    Absolutely brilliant, mate! Keeping it simple, cheap, and DIY. Learning as you go with every mod you do. That's exactly how I do too. Won't lie that sometimes I fall with the good ol "the poor man pays twice" but I still like the idea of looking for cheaper options to obtain the same result. Your roof lights, for example, I had NO IDEA about the existence of those dual white+amber LED of yours, they're cheap! And they are great! Or the wireless remote aka garage door remote hehe such a good idea. Definitely going to look at them to implement on my setup. Anyways, great video, Pat. p.s. Keep us updated about how is Kings Lithium Battery performing, please!

  • @darkside_adventures
    @darkside_adventures2 жыл бұрын

    I like that set-up I might borrow some of those ideas

  • @jonathonbayer3760
    @jonathonbayer37607 ай бұрын

    If you do end up getting the Gul Wing you can always chuck some Clear perspex in it so you can still see through it

  • @Paul.Reid123
    @Paul.Reid1232 жыл бұрын

    Bloody awesome job. Wish I had the knowledge/confidence to do my own system

  • @AussieArvos

    @AussieArvos

    2 жыл бұрын

    You can do it man ! Just start small, its awesome once you get your head around it! Cheers :)

  • @Paul.Reid123

    @Paul.Reid123

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@AussieArvos cheers mate. I'll give it a go. I'm building my own camper trailer. So far just have the solar panel, Kings battery box and king's power switchboard thingy

  • @wayne1959
    @wayne19592 жыл бұрын

    Gooday fellas, it must have been a solar system kind of weekend I reckon. I've just extended my roof rack and set the panel over my ute cab and set the controls and batteries in better more usable positions too. I'm not a tech savvy old bloke so mines a bit primitive compared to your awesome setup. Well done on a great job boys.

  • @vincentmorabito8580
    @vincentmorabito85802 жыл бұрын

    Love the videos buddy, no bullshit, home made works anyone can do. Keep em comin man. Where are the battery monitors from.🤙🤙🤙

  • @sethparkinson1023
    @sethparkinson10232 жыл бұрын

    Mate that camp setup/rig is my dream god damn XD I'm trying to make it work with a Triton but it just aint the same, the drawers to my god those are perfection. All I will say is if you have any long cable for example connecting your start and auxiliary battery, fuse both ends of that cabling. I have no idea how it works with a DCDC but thats a tip I never knew.

  • @mykelphotography
    @mykelphotography2 жыл бұрын

    Great work Pat, so good to see you having a go, be proud of what you have done mate, I am only running a 25amp bcdc charger myself and a 120amp lithium with a 250w solar panel mounted to the roof, it works perfectly for running a 45litre fridge and all my lights and camera charging etc, never seen it get bellow 70%, be careful going too big with your charger as idle speed on alternators can overheat as the fan is not spinning fast enough with the amount of current the lithiums charge draw?

  • @AussieArvos

    @AussieArvos

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks mick for the info, that's great to hear! Yeah I think from what I've heard today the 25a charger will be fine!!

  • @garywinrow7113
    @garywinrow7113 Жыл бұрын

    Great video. I’m keen to do the same. Keep them coming.

  • @stanleyj.mitchell4851
    @stanleyj.mitchell48512 жыл бұрын

    No roasting from me. You have my admiration. I’m way older than you and I would hesitate to attempt what you have done.

  • @dhern2613
    @dhern2613 Жыл бұрын

    Great job mate!

  • @colintranter5162
    @colintranter51622 жыл бұрын

    Hey Pat total newbie to 12v here. I've got a 100agm battery that in the past I charged up via 240v to run my fridge in the back of the car. I'm now considering a solar panel for the roof with an Anderson plug and using the kings 25amp dc2dc chargr then, over time expanding on that system. Your system, although great, would be to overwhelming for me. I think those incremental steps done in stages would be better. Keep up the great work. Cheers

  • @mrmotofy
    @mrmotofy Жыл бұрын

    On the DC-DC charger be sure to size the input cables properly. I measured a Renogy drawing 13a over the rating. So 20a charger was drawing 33A from the car. Get yourself a DC clamp on Ammeter multimeter. That way you can test individual cables etc

  • @andrewkehagias6664
    @andrewkehagias66642 жыл бұрын

    Love the setup just waiting for a trip from Mansfield to dargo😉

  • @johnallen3555
    @johnallen3555 Жыл бұрын

    you can tidy the wireing up to the lid by makeing a small flexable loom that will rotate (flex in torsion) as the lid is rotated - run the loom along the top edge where the lid rotates

  • @kingjnr2677
    @kingjnr26772 жыл бұрын

    Hey mate, Awesome setup. Be interested to see how you go with the DCDC charger as I built a system for a camper set up and found that most if not all of the budget DCDC chargers do not have a float voltage when set for lithium. Without a built in float voltage your battery will cycle once fully charged to 80% before the DCDC charger will allow charging of the battery back up to 100%, even if you have solar available or the vehicle is running with your alternator input active. With 100Ah battery I don't see this being an issue for you but I had a 50Ah setup and it was very noticeable. Just something to keep in mind for viewers planning a smaller battery capacity setup. I would not recommend any of the budget DCDC chargers for

  • @xcub54
    @xcub542 жыл бұрын

    Very very interesting, great job pat 👍

  • @SUPERTRUCKER166
    @SUPERTRUCKER1662 жыл бұрын

    Love your content, no bullshit or crap just actual content, well done. Only issue ive seen is those ebay circuit breakers can be pretty hit and miss, ive had them trip randomly with minimal power draw etc, a midi fuse could be a better and more reliable option.

  • @frednurks8528

    @frednurks8528

    2 жыл бұрын

    Just like Kings products be mindful of the quality of circuit breaker you use. There are plenty of Chinese, poor quality items out there. Buy good quality circuit breakers and you will have no problems.

  • @jasonwebber9811
    @jasonwebber98112 жыл бұрын

    Another quality video! As long as it’s safe and all functions who cares what it looks like mate. Very well thought out! And how about carpeting the non clear part of the box to match the draws?

  • @aaronodguy967
    @aaronodguy967 Жыл бұрын

    Great video mate. Be cool to see you have another crack at this with all Victron gear. That’s the way I went and couldn’t be happier. 😊

  • @mcrickyb3968
    @mcrickyb39682 жыл бұрын

    Hat of to you for giving it a go. Im not much of a person to comment on anything but your wiring maybe working but its all over the place. Im not a hater at all, im here to help. If you want i can come past and give you a hand to clean it up because i believe people dont need the 5k syatems and it would be good for people to see how good a cheap setup can be. Up to you.

  • @swishswish386
    @swishswish3862 жыл бұрын

    Great stuff, a well thought out, bulls**t free and low $$$ setup that is perfect for Joe Average… 👍👍👍

  • @AussieArvos

    @AussieArvos

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks swish swish!

  • @jj33255
    @jj33255 Жыл бұрын

    Love the videos always a well worth watch!! I have a question as I'm trying to do something similar in my set-up and was just wondering how you managed to get the power coming in, how did you wire that? Cheers

  • @barron204
    @barron2042 жыл бұрын

    Awesome job there.

  • @BradleyMackintosh
    @BradleyMackintosh2 жыл бұрын

    Personally 25ah charging is more than enough for most people that have below 200ah battery systems. I run a redarc 1225 with a hardkorr 200ah lithium and not once have I thought about upgrading in the past 1.5 years. I do however run a separate solar input so it doesn’t limit either and I can push up to 15amps an hour of solar into my system by doing it this way if need be. I find that to be way more beneficial as my car although it’s also a daily can pretty much struggle to do 20km a week sometimes so a dcdc is of no use without solar.

  • @jessetink3753
    @jessetink37532 жыл бұрын

    Don’t listen to the haters mate. You’ve done a good job 👍🏽

  • @altuslategan7780
    @altuslategan77802 жыл бұрын

    Hey Man. Love the videos and the fact that you are upfront straight and honest no BS. Things might not be perfect but it works for your needs and that is all that matters. With the Kings DC-DC charger, what is your take on it? Good or bad? Looking at getting one but there is so many different types on the market these days and it is difficult to choose. Also read that most DC-DC chargers will damage main battery and drain it if you are running solar or a battery charger? Have you experienced this?

  • @steve-deltasdad3906
    @steve-deltasdad39062 жыл бұрын

    cool guys, bit messy but some good ideas came out of it. Would be interested to see what the solar panel produces in full sun on a nice sunny day

  • @XvTOASTvX
    @XvTOASTvX2 жыл бұрын

    Put grommets on! The vibration will breakdown the insulation and cause short circuits. Vibration and cables are deadly 🔥

  • @liamm9400
    @liamm94009 ай бұрын

    I also wanted to ask about the two monitors you have installed. I am confused after watching some other videos re shunts. Does a single shunt show whats going in (solar and alternator) and also out ie load readings? If this is the case, what is the benefit of having the two shunts/monitors?

  • @iant8842
    @iant88422 жыл бұрын

    Just a FYI - meters do not measure the resistance of a shunt (which is fixed) what they measure is the voltage across the shunt which changes according to the current (amps) goint through it. Enjoyed your video and will be interested in seeing how the Kings Lithium performs over a longer time. Wiring can be tidied by using cable wraps without a heap of work on your part which is what you said you will be doing in future. Like the setup you have done and using available space.

  • @sharpebb
    @sharpebb2 жыл бұрын

    Nice one man 👍

  • @dannyoconner9680
    @dannyoconner96802 жыл бұрын

    Hope the lithium battery works well. Due to work requirements a DCDC air BCDR. Standalone unit wasn’t ideal so went with the redarc Heavy duty 100aH Lithium deep cycle (LBAT12100-HD) caked up with the REDARC Manager 30 . Worth every cent and it’s paid off too . But in my rig I’ve built it up over the years started with a smart battery isolator and then when I upgraded my fridge and auxiliary battery I put a BCDC1225D . That hardware setup is all I need it to do ➡️ power my dual zone fridge be able to keep my GME RS connect 379 UHF powered up all day/ night long , keep either my rear tray lights on or side lights on when eve I need it on, able to plug phones and tablets in via usb and charge when on the move or when idle/ parked up .

  • @Chris-qf8bi
    @Chris-qf8bi2 жыл бұрын

    Hey, video idea. I came across a camper van that had a cheap inverter running of a 2nd battery. Everything running off the inverter and what was interesting is they did it all for under $300. *Was a 2nd hand bar fridge, tv, and battery.* Doing a AC setup could be interesting with showing pros and cons. As far as I can tell, AC is heaps cheaper

  • @zeushellrider27
    @zeushellrider272 жыл бұрын

    Great content keen to see how the kings battery goes with time . The waiting game begins.

  • @AussieArvos

    @AussieArvos

    2 жыл бұрын

    😂 that's it, thanks mate!

  • @oxmate
    @oxmate Жыл бұрын

    you look so excited but you sound even more excited...... good to see

  • @andrevanderwalt2515
    @andrevanderwalt25152 жыл бұрын

    In the process of building a lithium setup, I am at the buying bits stage and will do the wiring in a couple of weeks. Setup is a Voltex lithium from Aldi and a renogy 50amp dcdc charger with BT module.

  • @ApathyGates
    @ApathyGates2 жыл бұрын

    Great buildup and honestly reusing old parts for the budget minded is a great way to keep costs down. However I do have a gripe: - You're using a circuit breaker (the 200amp one) as basically a switch to turn stuff on/off. What you should be doing is having a smaller breaker; somewhere around the 60 to 80 amp as the main aim for circuit breakers/fuses is to protect the wiring from catching fire in a short. The wiring going into your 200amp breaker looks like it'd handle 80 amps max. It's a suggestion - of course you don't have to listen but that breaker is way bigger than it should be to protect your gear :)

  • @adry9657

    @adry9657

    Жыл бұрын

    Yeh I thought the same, seems as though he is relying solely on the fuses, but with everything so close together in that box I'd want a breaker as a back up.

  • @WEEKENDER4X4
    @WEEKENDER4X42 жыл бұрын

    Hey mate great video! Just a suggestion, upgrade to a Renogy battery shunt or even better a victron bmv712 they're absolutely awesome bits of kit, you don't have to reset the meters. Good work 👏

  • @Sethjxl

    @Sethjxl

    2 жыл бұрын

    +1 for the BMV. It's not big money and it's worth a lot more than it costs.

  • @AussieArvos

    @AussieArvos

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks guys! Yeah they are definitely good options! Cheers :)

  • @michaelnugara1

    @michaelnugara1

    2 жыл бұрын

    Agreed on the victrin bmv712. Bloody rippa gear. IMO that's a heavy lithium. I have a slimline 175ah lithium that weighs 11kgs. The biggest issue you have with cheap lithium is the constant ampage output and BMS reliability. Good luck with this set up. Hope it works for ya this time.

  • @adamswire9152
    @adamswire91522 жыл бұрын

    Good Stuff! Don't stress about the aesthetics. Function is always greater than form, and in any case a project like this is never finished, it constantly evolves. Just one thing though, what happened to the Raspberry Pi?

  • @nicolasfrenzel2334
    @nicolasfrenzel23342 жыл бұрын

    Love the idea of the box I'm re doing my 12v aswell. Thinking of using the same sort of box after seeing your video How did you secure your dc dc / relays etc to the actual box ?

  • @samflanigan5825
    @samflanigan58252 жыл бұрын

    Looking unreal mate! Keep up the good vids. You’re doing a lot better than a lot of others can, no need to think you’re going to get roasted, it all looks shit hot 👌👌

  • @AussieArvos

    @AussieArvos

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Sam! Appreciate it mate! :)

  • @georgel3657
    @georgel36572 жыл бұрын

    I've done a few set ups and honestly spending the extra and going with a complete renogy kit is so worth it, neater more reliable better performance and by the time you've bought all the ebay add ons (which only need 1 faulty bit of soldering to destroy your car) there's not a huge difference in price.

  • @alexanderghouri3763
    @alexanderghouri3763 Жыл бұрын

    Revisting this video so I can build a 12v system like this too, just not sure how to make the wireless switching work for the two different colours. Amazing job!

  • @AussieArvos

    @AussieArvos

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks mate! just run power for each diffrent colour and "open" (power) each circuit when you want that colour :)

  • @alexanderghouri3763

    @alexanderghouri3763

    Жыл бұрын

    @@AussieArvos epic! I don't suppose you have a little drawing of the circuit? :) I'm going to start this weekend i reckon. About time i put a proper system in. Loving the channel!

  • @pasansurasingha4196
    @pasansurasingha419611 ай бұрын

    Hi, I got a 1hd ft 24 valve LC80. can i use front 2 batteries to power the rear setup or do i need the 3rd battery. Thanks

  • @tiddles155
    @tiddles1552 жыл бұрын

    Great video! Love the 12v ideas you have, I’m looking at the Renogy 30amp dcdc charger and at the moment the voltx lithium battery from outbax, looks ok for price and ill only be running a fridge and some lights

  • @outbackdreamer6445

    @outbackdreamer6445

    2 жыл бұрын

    Just be aware that if your car has a smart alternator you'll need to wire in their IGN signal wire.

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