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by VinceAtReal4x4s
Thu Jan 12, 2023 1:51 pm
Forum: General chat
Topic: New Optima lithium Orangetop coming
Replies: 4
Views: 1183
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New Optima lithium Orangetop coming

https://youtu.be/ahyGOQlINs0 Video link. https://www.offroadxtreme.com/features/sema-coverage/sema-2022-optima-batteries-adds-lithium-to-the-lineup/ So these are being marketed for power sports vehicles so far but then the Optima rep says they tested it in a Ford Raptor. How far is this from the re...
by VinceAtReal4x4s
Fri Jan 06, 2023 10:41 am
Forum: General chat
Topic: Random things.... :)
Replies: 116
Views: 185384
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Re: The WALL OF SHAME :)

:D
by VinceAtReal4x4s
Wed Dec 07, 2022 10:50 am
Forum: Owner builds, customizations & accessories
Topic: Anyone tried the Victron 24-12v converters?
Replies: 23
Views: 5292
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Re: Anyone tried the Victron 24-12v converters?

I think due to the commercial nature of my needs in this case, I'm going to have to go with the very pricey but probably best option.
This is Redarc's 50A charger.

https://www.redarcelectronics.com/us/du ... ry-charger
by VinceAtReal4x4s
Fri Dec 02, 2022 10:04 pm
Forum: Owner builds, customizations & accessories
Topic: Anyone tried the Victron 24-12v converters?
Replies: 23
Views: 5292
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Re: Anyone tried the Victron 24-12v converters?

Ah I see what you mean. There don't seem to be too many options from first glance but found this one: https://battlebornbatteries.com/product/sterling-bb241235/ I didn't consider another option, using an equalizer, which would allow tapping one of the 24v batteries. Redarc makes a pricey one: https:...
by VinceAtReal4x4s
Fri Dec 02, 2022 2:30 pm
Forum: Owner builds, customizations & accessories
Topic: Anyone tried the Victron 24-12v converters?
Replies: 23
Views: 5292
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Re: Anyone tried the Victron 24-12v converters?

Thanks for the reply but what's the difference between using something like the above 70amp dc-dc convertor on a regular lead-acid battery, and an alternator? Also, isn't the main issue with larger loads on lithium is the inability to supply much over 100amps? If I have to operate a small winch and ...
by VinceAtReal4x4s
Fri Dec 02, 2022 2:11 pm
Forum: CLASSIFIEDS: Pinzgauers, Haflingers and Volvos For Sale. Parts and Goods too!
Topic: Volvo thats for sale in Ca...
Replies: 3
Views: 1322
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Re: Volvo thats for sale in Ca...

Sorry I don't have a link but I'd hope anyone with decent working eyes will see the issues unless this guy paints it and fills it all in with buckets of bondo.
by VinceAtReal4x4s
Thu Dec 01, 2022 11:07 pm
Forum: Owner builds, customizations & accessories
Topic: Anyone tried the Victron 24-12v converters?
Replies: 23
Views: 5292
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Re: Anyone tried the Victron 24-12v converters?

I'm back at this again but for a different application this time. Ron, do you think the 70A version would be effective as a 12v (lead acid) battery charger as well, instead of just supplying power to devices? The difference from my initial post's intention is I'm going to create a 12v system onboard...
by VinceAtReal4x4s
Sat Nov 19, 2022 12:53 am
Forum: General chat
Topic: Random things.... :)
Replies: 116
Views: 185384
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Re: The WALL OF SHAME :)

:DD
by VinceAtReal4x4s
Sun Nov 13, 2022 10:56 pm
Forum: CLASSIFIEDS: Pinzgauers, Haflingers and Volvos For Sale. Parts and Goods too!
Topic: Reenforced Aluminum Sand Ladders
Replies: 7
Views: 1428
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Re: Reenforced Aluminum Sand Ladders

These look like nice versions of that overall design but I'm with them. Weight and material type is a huge factor when it comes to safety and ease of handling. 40 lbs under your arm when you are on a steep 30-degree trail, with mud, loose shale, sand or boulders under your feet, becomes really tough...
by VinceAtReal4x4s
Wed Nov 02, 2022 10:54 am
Forum: CLASSIFIEDS: Pinzgauers, Haflingers and Volvos For Sale. Parts and Goods too!
Topic: 24v Warn winch fully restored!
Replies: 9
Views: 2925
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Re: 24v Warn winch fully restored!

Im actually building one up now that hasn't sold yet. Ill send you a msg.
by VinceAtReal4x4s
Mon Oct 24, 2022 11:11 am
Forum: General chat
Topic: Random things.... :)
Replies: 116
Views: 185384
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Re: The WALL OF SHAME :)

Uhh
by VinceAtReal4x4s
Fri Oct 21, 2022 9:17 pm
Forum: General chat
Topic: Interesting Truck and Trailer in Oakland CA
Replies: 3
Views: 1169
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Re: Interesting Truck and Trailer in Oakland CA

Unable to process any of that
by VinceAtReal4x4s
Thu Oct 13, 2022 9:01 pm
Forum: CLASSIFIEDS: Pinzgauers, Haflingers and Volvos For Sale. Parts and Goods too!
Topic: 24v Warn winch for sale soon!
Replies: 2
Views: 575
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Re: 24v Warn winch for sale soon!

The simple plate that Andre has made several times is pretty nice and super simple, light and easy to put on.
by VinceAtReal4x4s
Mon Oct 10, 2022 12:05 am
Forum: General chat
Topic: Winch breaker and cut-off switch
Replies: 4
Views: 1162
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Re: Winch breaker and cut-off switch

Never used one myself and I've had several winch trucks and used them all over 25 years, never installed one and I do winch related work every week and nobody I wheeled with had one that I know of either. Realistically you might get a short in some sort of bad accident maybe, but is that going to ha...