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Thank you. I like this idea. I can run a desktop computer off a 1000w inverter when needed. It only has a 460watt power supply. Then any kitchen appliances off a second 2000w inverter. Pressure cooker pulls 1200watts but usually for no more than 10 minutes. Thanks for mentioning it.

It's time for me to select the inverter I am going to be using. I need a 2000watt pure sine wave inverter but it needs to be fairly budget friendly. These are the two I am looking at. Renogy 2000w Amazon.com: Renogy 2000W 12V Pure Sine Wave Battery Converter, ETL Listed with Built-in 5V/2.1A...

Nothing. What I am after is being able to go many days if it is cloudy or I can't park in direct sunlight without the need to charge the batteries. Also, if I move the system to a larger vehicle that does have more power requirements in the build.

I ended up getting the Alpicool 58 Quart with the LG compressor. It's suppose to be here today sometime.

I have pretty much decided that I am going to build my own LiFePo4 battery. Any recommendations on websites to read about it or videos to watch? Thanks for any links in advance. I'm learning slowly but gettin there. :)

Just wanted to update this thread. I have decided to go with buying LiFePo4 cells and building my own battery. That seems to be the only way to go lithium on my budget. Now to learn all I can about building a battery.

Have both solar and a generator. Plus shore power when needed. Want enough Ah to last a few days when needed due to clouds etc.

Thanks but way over my budget. I just don't have the extra cash. My budget is about $800 for batteries and I need 200Ah usable.

I need 200 usable Ah. Was planning on 400Ah if I went AGM

From reading lot's of threads on the forum I have finally decided to NOT go with AGM batteries. I have decided to bite the bullet and go with lithium batteries instead. Are there any recommendations on lithium battery choices when you are on a AGM battery budget? I'm looking for about 200Ah...

Thanks, I was wondering about that sensor and if it was worth adding.

I wonder if adding in a Pre-Pressurized Accumulator Tank would solve the needing a constant water supply to keep it lit?

I'm trying to decide what portable propane water heater to buy. I keep seeing some of them say not to be used over 2000 ft elevation. Any affordable on demand hot water heater recommendations? I need something I can keep mounted on the van but easy to remove to take outside for showering also...

After reading thread after thread and doing more research I think I am going to bite the bullet and just buy the following MPPT for my 600 watts of solar panels. Hate spending so much but... Victron SmartSolar 150v 50a tr model at $540.00 ouch...

I am slowly buying everything I need to do my van conversion. I am buying things as I can afford them. This way I won't owe anything when my build is complete. Now to my question. If I buy a lithium battery and charge it to test it and then not need to use it for 6 months to 1 year, do I need...

Is the EPEVER brand of MPPT's any good?

First, thanks everyone for responding and putting up with my learning curve. :) I'm starting out with 600 watts of solar. 400 watts on all the time with a portable 200 watts I can plugin when needed. Would this MPPT controller do what I need? Any opinions on it? I do want a little wiggle room...

I think I am a little confused. I thought the formula for minimum MPPT size was Solar panel array wattage / battery bank voltage = minimum solar controller amp rating I  got that from Mobile Solar Power Made Easy by William Prowse IV

I looked at them and could not find any 100w panels. Maybe I don't know what I am looking for on their site.

I'm very new to this and confusing myself a lot. This is the panel I am getting. Not sure what voltage to look at. Lists a few. Amazon.com : Renogy 100 Watt 12 Volt Monocrystalline Solar Panel, Compact Design 42.2 X 19.6 X 1.38 in, High Efficiency Module PV Power for Battery Charging Boat...