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Off-Grid Engineering Dual Battery System Q&A

Discussion in 'Technical Chat' started by HeliMedic, Jan 5, 2017.

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  1. Jun 19, 2017 at 9:04 PM
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    Sna

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    It could be but I like to keep that type of thing under the hood.
     
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  2. Jun 20, 2017 at 8:47 AM
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    If using an AGM battery, there should be very little concern with keeping it in the truck. I realize this is personal preference though. If using a non-AGM battery, I would definitely keep it out of the cab.
     
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  3. Jun 29, 2017 at 2:07 PM
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    im almost ready to buy this kit (second batt. on passanger side) can anyone tell me what size wire the kit uses the web site does not say.
     
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  4. Jun 29, 2017 at 2:21 PM
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    HeliMedic

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    HeliMedic [OP] Off-Grid Engineering

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  5. Jun 29, 2017 at 2:26 PM
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    Whatever questions you have about the OGE systems, Matt (@HeliMedic) will have an answer for...he stands by his product and has excellent customer service. I've had mine for a few months now...system works flawlessly. You won't be disappointed.
     
    seoulja99, Jun 29, 2017
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  6. Jun 29, 2017 at 2:42 PM
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    second what @seoulja99 Said! mine was one of the first kits. I have had it well over a year now! no problems. currently my second battery is running my fridge. its a lot of money I know, but well worth it and a nice piece of mind knowing you have plenty of power to run all your gear and than some.
     
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  7. Jun 29, 2017 at 4:02 PM
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    i see all these people running 1/0 in there DIY systems there putting together is this just over kill ??
     
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  8. Jun 29, 2017 at 4:29 PM
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    Read below (page 2, post #36 of this thread):

     
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  9. Jun 29, 2017 at 4:33 PM
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    sweet thanks...
     
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  10. Jul 4, 2017 at 7:33 AM
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    Installed a Off-Grid Engineering 2 battery kit in my 16 Tacoma yesterday. Deka AGM batteries. Deep Cycle for the secondary battery. Easy install, quality product Matt puts together.
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    Dual Battery Install - 16 Taco.jpg
     
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  11. Jul 4, 2017 at 9:16 PM
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    NICE WORK!
     
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  12. Jul 5, 2017 at 5:42 PM
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    @HeliMedic do you still sell the USB/12V plug combo kit to install in the bed? I'm not seeing it on the website
     
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  13. Jul 5, 2017 at 6:52 PM
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    These are indefinitely on backorder. No idea when they will be back in stock. Everyone is out of them. I wanted the same thing but found a substitute on Amazon.
     
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  14. Jul 6, 2017 at 8:34 AM
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    I just got a few of them in stock. They're going to be very tough to get for a little while longer. Blue Sea is having a hard time filling backorders.
     
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  15. Jul 8, 2017 at 6:12 AM
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    @HeliMedic New to the site and purchased a 2017 TRD. I will be ordering your kit, from what I see it is the best out there. I sold my Jeep and had the Genesis dual setup, this was a good system, however yours looks superior! I have a couple of questions.......

    My main need of the dual battery setup is for my ARB fridge. I was looking at purchasing one of the Blue Sea ST blade fuse boxes, is this where I would hook up my fridge? Second part of that, I do not plan on having a ton of accessories so I think the 6 bank would be fine, what are your thoughts?

    -I already have a portable 90 watt suitcase panel from overland solar with an Anderson connection plug. What battery does this get mounted to so I am able to charge both batteries in the system?

    -You said you have a couple of the USB/12v combo plugs in stock, is that still the case? If so I would like to order one of those too before they can not be had..............thanks

    Scott
     
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  16. Jul 11, 2017 at 8:11 AM
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    @HeliMedic After doing the research and speaking to several members here who have your system, it was an easy decision to purchase your battery system. I purchased the split battery system for my truck a couple of days ago and am eagerly awaiting it's arrival. What is the estimated shipping time? I'm just trying to plan for time to install it. I know that some of the mod products I have ordered have taken a while, since many of the high-end products are produced by smaller companies. I'm willing to wait for quality, but just trying to get an idea. Thanks!
     
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  17. Jul 11, 2017 at 8:35 AM
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    @HeliMedic I am curious if the automatic switch has a need for reset. I jumped in the truck today and the accessory battery had been drained due to a light being left on (down to about 7 volts). When I started up and drove, it just wasn't charging. I looked at the switch and it was just blinking (it was in the auto position). I ended up having to turn it off, then on, then back to auto before it would register and charge the extra battery. It ended up doing fine after. I just don't know what happened, any ideas?
     
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  18. Jul 11, 2017 at 9:32 PM
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    Hi Scott! Sorry for the delay here on the thread. Im glad you called. We'll get started building your kit ASAP. Please let me know if you have any other questions.
     
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  19. Jul 11, 2017 at 9:34 PM
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    Hi Ryan! Thanks so much for you order. The Tacoma kit continues to be our most popular item. Where some kits may take 2 weeks... we're closer to 3 weeks out on your kit. Feel free to call me if you have any questions.
     
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    Waiting on the RedArc...
     
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