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Re: 100Ah > 320Ah lithium upgrade
@tphaggerty
I justified the upgrade by using the old batteries for a home built power station. Amazingly the new batteries fit fine in the same location with only a mod to the battery boxes. My wife bought into the upgrade since she likes the freezer in the back of our tow vehicle.
.https://tab-rv.vanillacommunity.com/discussion/20295/power-station-build#latest
That box could have handled a third battery. Something to think about.
I justified the upgrade by using the old batteries for a home built power station. Amazingly the new batteries fit fine in the same location with only a mod to the battery boxes. My wife bought into the upgrade since she likes the freezer in the back of our tow vehicle.
.https://tab-rv.vanillacommunity.com/discussion/20295/power-station-build#latest
That box could have handled a third battery. Something to think about.
Re: removing latch from T@B400 window (not from window frame)
SWAG:
Remove one screw
Loosen second screw enough to rotate latch
Place first screw through window into anchor plate.
Remove second screw...
Reverse to re-install.
Either screw should grip the plate enough to rotate it into position as needed.
Remove one screw
Loosen second screw enough to rotate latch
Place first screw through window into anchor plate.
Remove second screw...
Reverse to re-install.
Either screw should grip the plate enough to rotate it into position as needed.
Re: leaking on a T@B 320s
I have removed my coroplast cover twice. Not really a PIA, and pretty straightforward, but takes some time removing all the screws. They are faster to remove/replace with a power tool. When replacing the cover, be sure to align the coroplast holes with the corresponding frame screw holes.spfrancis65 said:that picture is worth a 1000 words...is removing the coroplastic a huge PIA to do. That seems like the best place to start...to determine the root cause?
There are several aluminum "termination strips" of various lengths secured with the screws along the edges of the black coroplast cover. As I recall, there were a couple locations near the axle/wheel that were a little harder to access, but I think I just had to approach the screw heads at a slight angle.
Since I had to remove all of the termination strips, I took the time to label the location of each on the backside with a black Sharpie. That made it much easier (and quicker) to return the correct strip to its respective location. That really paid off when I had to remove/replace the coroplast on the second occasion. I also painted the strips black with some Rust-Oleum paint.
I replaced all my screws with a stainless steel version, because the head on a few screws had broken off, which has been reported by more than one T@B owner over time. The heads most likely broke off due to over-torquing at the factory, corrosion, or metal fatigue.
The screws are #10 x 3/4" self-tapping (use stainless steel) with a 5/16" head:
This is a sample of a section of the termination strip (photo by @Tabaz):
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Only selling because we have inside storage now.
Selling for $450 . EDIT - Price lowered to $400 !
Located in Lewisburg PA , 17837 for local pick-up .
Shipping available
Contact me via PM .
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Re: removing latch from T@B400 window (not from window frame)
Jordan Brown, from nuCamp responded to my question. He said, "Typically the backer plate is glued in there. It shouldn't move unless the glue has come loose or something."
He also mentioned that we will have to go through a dealer to order a replacement latch, as they are not available on the nuCamp small parts store website.
He also mentioned that we will have to go through a dealer to order a replacement latch, as they are not available on the nuCamp small parts store website.
Re: Long term boondocking retrofit
If you haven't already purchased AGM batteries, I would second that opinion to look at the affordable lithiums. If they are still out of budget, I'd recommend getting 2 golf cart batteries from Costco instead of AGM's, since you're mounting them outside the trailer. They'll have thicker plates and withstand a deeper discharge better than AGMs.
Re: removing latch from T@B400 window (not from window frame)
I emailed Creed at nuCamp and will pass along his response.
Re: Long term boondocking retrofit
As long as you're not adding something with a high amperage draw (like an inverter), the factory wiring and fusing will handle the load of the dual AGM's. I'd suggest installing a port to the side of your battery box to connect your panels to the solar controller. SAE is commonly used, but I prefer Anderson PP15 connectors.
Curious how many amp hours each of your AGM batteries are rated at? Your are aware that a good LiFePO4 battery in the 300Ah range can be found in the $300 to $400 range.
Curious how many amp hours each of your AGM batteries are rated at? Your are aware that a good LiFePO4 battery in the 300Ah range can be found in the $300 to $400 range.
Re: Carpet over floor with stock heater
@TravelBug; Many folks, myself included, just use small rugs . . . house kitchen sink area or bathroom size rugs. These provide middle of the night bare foot comfort, can add color, are very easy to clean (just shake them outside) and most of all do not block the Alde incoming air vents located at the bottom edge of all the benches. Those air gaps must be clear for the Alde cabin heat to function.
