We are in the process of finalizing our purchase of a brand new Imagine 2400BH. So, we haven't even picked it up yet. We hope to do more off grid camping and as such I have hoped to install right off the bat an inverter and Lithium. Would also like to install solar on the roof. This unit has a 15k AC and we want to be able to run everything off grid. I also purchased a Honda 2200EU generator and propane conversion recently (from Hutch Mountain). I am looking at the following:
1. (3) Battleborn batteries.
2. (1) Multiplus 12/3000/120-50 VE Bus.
3. (1) VE.Bus Smart dongle.
4. (1) BMV-712.
5. (1) SmartSolar MPPT 100/30 (size could change once I figure out how many solar panels).
6. (1) Microair Easy Start 364.
7. Possibly a Surge protector - Progressive Industries HW30C or LCHW30. I sent them an email to ask what the difference is between the 2 units.
The dealership we bought the 2400BH from does not do solar installs and had no clue about anything Lithium/inverter (off grid) related. I figure if I know more about it than they do, I don't want them to install it. I am toying with installing all of the above myself, but am tempted to have someone do it who has done it before.
Questions:
1. Does anyone have any recommendations for an installer that has experience with Grand Design on the East Coast? I am willing to drive a bit, but we are located in WV.
2. Should change the BMV-712 for the Smartshunt. I was going to install in the pass through behind the control/docking station so that possibly bluetooth would reach the truck while driving.
3. Should I go with the Cerbo GX and GX Touch 50?
4. They have a new MultiPlus-II GX - should I do it instead of the Multiplus?
5. Should I install a surge protector (hardwired) as the first device that shore power hits?
6. The 30 amp plug for this unit is on the back, where does it go (breaker/fuse box or control center in pass through?) and how does it get there? Under the floor?
7. Will we be able to run AC off batteries?
8. The major components are listed above, but is there a parts list for the little items that someone else has done (bus bars etc).
9. Does anyone have any recommendation on monocrystalline solar panels? How many / much you need to recharge?
Looking for videos of others who have installed and were willing to share.
Very open to suggestions, comments, and feedback. Thanks in advance.
1. (3) Battleborn batteries.
2. (1) Multiplus 12/3000/120-50 VE Bus.
3. (1) VE.Bus Smart dongle.
4. (1) BMV-712.
5. (1) SmartSolar MPPT 100/30 (size could change once I figure out how many solar panels).
6. (1) Microair Easy Start 364.
7. Possibly a Surge protector - Progressive Industries HW30C or LCHW30. I sent them an email to ask what the difference is between the 2 units.
The dealership we bought the 2400BH from does not do solar installs and had no clue about anything Lithium/inverter (off grid) related. I figure if I know more about it than they do, I don't want them to install it. I am toying with installing all of the above myself, but am tempted to have someone do it who has done it before.
Questions:
1. Does anyone have any recommendations for an installer that has experience with Grand Design on the East Coast? I am willing to drive a bit, but we are located in WV.
2. Should change the BMV-712 for the Smartshunt. I was going to install in the pass through behind the control/docking station so that possibly bluetooth would reach the truck while driving.
3. Should I go with the Cerbo GX and GX Touch 50?
4. They have a new MultiPlus-II GX - should I do it instead of the Multiplus?
5. Should I install a surge protector (hardwired) as the first device that shore power hits?
6. The 30 amp plug for this unit is on the back, where does it go (breaker/fuse box or control center in pass through?) and how does it get there? Under the floor?
7. Will we be able to run AC off batteries?
8. The major components are listed above, but is there a parts list for the little items that someone else has done (bus bars etc).
9. Does anyone have any recommendation on monocrystalline solar panels? How many / much you need to recharge?
Looking for videos of others who have installed and were willing to share.
Very open to suggestions, comments, and feedback. Thanks in advance.
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