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  1. J

    Northstar AGM for solar?

    I guess i'm referring to the fact that it's not marketed as a "deep cycle". Sorry for confusion.  On another note, I can have the batteries for free so that's why i'm curious if these would suffice in a solar application. Of course i'd like to have latest & greatest but $1k/ea for lithiums is...
  2. J

    Northstar AGM for solar?

    New to the forum. Wondering if this particular battery from Northstar would be suitable for a 400w solar system planned for my Sprinter. It doesn't appear to be a "true" deep cycle battery but curious on your thoughts. Reason why this particular battery is a buddy has 6 new ones at his shop that...
  3. J

    What size butyl tape do I need?

    Also interested for my new Maxxfan, sub'd Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using Tapatalk
  4. J

    '02 3500 Sprinter conversion plans... suggestions appreciated

    Per website: VITRIFRIGO DP2600 Consumption: 65 watts Current draw 12 volt DC: 5.38 amps Current draw 115 volt AC0.76 amps I'm going to have a local vocational school repaint the van so i'd like to have everything that needs to be drilled & cut prior. As far as shore power i wouldn't...
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    '02 3500 Sprinter conversion plans... suggestions appreciated

    Good morning. Been lurking for awhile. Former Freightliner Sprinter mechanic. I purchased my Sprinter in '14 and am starting to get stuff together for conversion. I've seen many amazing setups so am trying to figure this all out. Ultimately would like to have the following: Solar. Definitely...
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