I've heard some people say the Victron Lynx Distributor is just an over priced bus bar. I used one in my solar project because it made for a cleaner install. Ok, I also used it because it's Victron blue! Anyway, this video explains how the Lynx Distributor is a better value than it may first appear.
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Is the Victron Lynx Distributor just expensive bling?
Brian & Kellie
2020 Grand Design Solitude 310GK-R, FBP, MORryde IS, 1,460w solar and 540ah BBGC3
2020 Ford F-350 Platinum SRW PSD Tremor, 60g TF fuel tank, Hensley BD3-F air bag hitch
Previous setups:
2019 Grand Design Solitude 373FB-R, 2019 Ford F-350 Platinum DRW Powerstroke, Hensley BD5 air bag hitch
2016 Grand Design Reflection 318RST, 2016 GMC 3500 Denali SRW Duramax, Hensley BD3 air bag hitchTags: None
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Brian & Kellie
2020 Grand Design Solitude 310GK-R, FBP, MORryde IS, 1,460w solar and 540ah BBGC3
2020 Ford F-350 Platinum SRW PSD Tremor, 60g TF fuel tank, Hensley BD3-F air bag hitch
Previous setups:
2019 Grand Design Solitude 373FB-R, 2019 Ford F-350 Platinum DRW Powerstroke, Hensley BD5 air bag hitch
2016 Grand Design Reflection 318RST, 2016 GMC 3500 Denali SRW Duramax, Hensley BD3 air bag hitch
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I am using the Lynx Power In unit - same without the fuse holders and electronics. It does save space. If I had it to do over I might have gone with the Blue Sea 600 amp bus bars, but they are a bit more expensive the the power in and do take up more room.. However using the separate bus bars might give some flexibility in arrangement - especially for battery cables.
Just my 02
Keith
PS TucsonJim Jim I have never heard of a unit cracking. I did a lot of reading before deciding to go the way I did. But that does not mean it hasn't or could. I could see the plastic cracking if you over tightened the lugs - I was careful not to do so.2018 Reflection 150 Series 220RK 5th whee, Star White 2022 F350 King Ranch CC Long bed (HAL) (CCC 4062lbs), B&W 25K OEM Companion,. SteadyFast system, Trailer reverse lights, rear receiver spare tire holder, storage tube, sumo springs, Victron MultiPlus 12/120/3000, Solar, Custom 6K axles upgrade, and other modifications.
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IMO the Lynx Distributor makes sense with the Lynx Shunt--which is an alternative to SmartShunt or BMV's shunt. The wire between the Distributor and Lynx Shunt is unique.
As a standalone there are less expensive alternatives.Forum moderators are not GD employees--we are volunteers and owners presumably just like yourself. Unless specifically mentioned otherwise, we have nothing to gain should you choose to purchase a product or engage a service we discuss on this forum.
2017 Ford F-350 DRW, '19 315RLTSPlus
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I wish I had gotten it. I think it not only makes it cleaner of an install....but for me it may have been less wiring and in the end...I don't think it is more expensive. If you add up everything you buy to replace it (extra wiring, lugs, fuse, bus bars)....I think they are more comparable than most realize.
Again, I wish I had done it....I would recommend anyone doing a new install to buy them over the amazon parts I used (not that mine are bad)....2020 Imagine 2400BH
2017 Ford F350 Platinum FX4/4x4 SuperCrew 6.7L V8 Diesel 9' Bed SRW, Leveled + Airbags
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Originally posted by Scott'n'Wendy View PostYou guys just like seeing sky blue in the basement...... Gives you a feeling of superiority......The Victron gang...
Honestly, I couldn't find a 1000A busbar with fuse holders and lights that show you if a fuse is blown for cheaper.Allen
2021 Momentum 21G
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Originally posted by acoleman43 View Post
Uhhh,.... yeah. it's gotta match.
Honestly, I couldn't find a 1000A busbar with fuse holders and lights that show you if a fuse is blown for cheaper.
BrianBrian & Michelle
2018 Reflection 29RS
2022 Chevy 3500HD
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Originally posted by Country Campers View Post
Unfortunately the lights will only work if you have the Victron Lynx shunt attached, with out it the lights are very dull.
Brian2018 Dodge 3500 6.7 Cummins w Aisin and 9 cup holders
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Originally posted by Country Campers View Post
Unfortunately the lights will only work if you have the Victron Lynx shunt attached, with out it the lights are very dull.
Brian
I saw a video a while ago on how to make them work. Fair warning I haven't tried this yet but I don't see any issue with what he's describing.
https://youtu.be/8h-E1lkYCKg
Forum moderators are not GD employees--we are volunteers and owners presumably just like yourself. Unless specifically mentioned otherwise, we have nothing to gain should you choose to purchase a product or engage a service we discuss on this forum.
Neil Citro
2018 Reflection 28BH Pepwave
2019 F350 6.7L Long Bed Crew Cab
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Originally posted by Country Campers View Post
Unfortunately the lights will only work if you have the Victron Lynx shunt attached, with out it the lights are very dull.
BrianAllen
2021 Momentum 21G
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Originally posted by ncitro View Post
I saw a video a while ago on how to make them work. Fair warning I haven't tried this yet but I don't see any issue with what he's describing.
https://youtu.be/8h-E1lkYCKg
BrianBrian & Michelle
2018 Reflection 29RS
2022 Chevy 3500HD
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