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Massimo? If so, I've had one of those for a couple years now, and it's still chugging along. When it's not in the trailer, we keep it plugged in as a drink fridge in the living room. I recently picked up the setpower AJ30. It's the same fridge as the iceco jp series, as iceco and setpower are...

If it's a 15A charger, the output will only be 15A on the battery. It current6draw at the source will depend on how far of a run you have, and Voltage drop. So if they call for a 60A fuse on the 30A charger, I'd say it's also reasonable to put a 30A fuse on the 15A charger. Also, your 8 GA...

If you're already planning on running a DC-DC charger, I fail to see the point of getting an all in one battery pack. Getting a 20A DC-DC charger, and 50Ah litium battery, plus some wires, and tossing in a solar charge controller (or adding it later) will be considerably cheaper. You'd be...

Sorry George, but I'm answering for you with a picture. Just glad that it happened close to home, and not out on the trail. At least the fire department was able to get it out quick enough that there's at least a chance it could be salvaged and rebuilt.

So glad you were able to find Keeba a new home! I'll have a good excuse to head out towards the Tetons once you get back up here!

I've planned for the weather. I have an awning room, and a propane fire that we can put inside. This will allow us to be out of the weather, and still have a fire (awning room is also really good at helping keep the heat in). I also have the diesel heater and a zero degree bag. I've got us...

Whelp, aux battery is charging, fridge is cooling, diesel heater is loaded. Water tank is full, and ready to go. All I need to do is load food in the fridge, get fuel, grab the go bag, and I'm ready to roll. See you guys Saturday morning!

I went the dedicated rig route. Yes, the upkeep cost is more, but, when something does go sideways (and things do go sideways), I have a vehicle in perfect working order at home for commuting/daily needs/going to Lowe's. Another advantage is that my adventure rog is an SUV, built to suit what...

Sweet! I say do it, and let's see how it works. :D Looking forward to seeing the progress.

Well, if it's any help, I build my trailer out of plywood, and it's been holding up quite well. I framed the box using 2x4, as we were planning on mounting a rooftop tent up there, I needed it to support our weight. The key is to use exterior or marine grade plywood, and to make sure the...

Oh snap. You weren't kidding! I thought the sketch was just an idea! Looking forward to seeing how this turns out.

Rear end before adjusting the shackles: After adjustment:

Adjusted the shackles on my Xterra today. I'll still need to get an add-a-leaf down the road, but at least it sits level now. Still has all my gear and a full water tank in it.

This. AGM batteries typically have about 400-600 good cycles of being discharged to 50%. Lithium is about 800-900 at about 75% discharge. Lifepo4 is about 4000-5000 at 100% discharge (5000-8000 at 75% discharge). The biggest issue with lifepo4 batteries is that they CANNOT be charged if the...

I'm currently using a 100Ah Aolithium LiFePO4 battery. When stationary, we've been using a 120W solar panel. When in motion, the battery is charged via a 20A Renogy DC-DC charger. This battery can run the 40L fridge, 2 cpaps, lights, water pump in the trailer, and a 12v blanket for 8 hours...

Looks like a ball. I feel ya man. I was actually out last weekend for a solo trip. Couldn't make it to my destination, so came back down and camped at succor creek.

Managed to get out for an overnight trip this weekend. Took the kiddo with me. We ended up at succor creek, after turning down a road and making it about 200ft before sliding sideways in mud, then struggling to make it up to the the main road. Awning room worked awesome, and the diesel heater...

So, I finally got to use my diesel heater in the field this weekend. Took the kiddo camping this weekend, and used the diesel heater to keep the tent very cozy. Low Temps over night were right around freezing (maybe just below for a bit). Only burned through about half the tank of fuel. So...

Just got back from an overnight solo trip.

I'm not a Toyota guy, but man, if I had the opportunity to snatch up an old landcruiser for a good price, I'd consider selling my Xterra. Good luck man!