Mid life crisis Cali Swamper!

[Corradobrit]

Off topic, but relevant here I think, as all you swamp types have off-grid setups.

I am currently charging the EF D2 using the 12V socket in the boot. This is I believe run from the leisure batteries.

Do any of you have a better setup? I tried charging from the dash 12V, but got tired of moving the pack around, so ran an extension cable from the boot under the seat.

I guess I need to physically unplug the EF when off grid, otherwise it will just deplete the LB?

Is there any workaround? Can I turn off the charging via the EF app? Flattened the LB again last weekend forgetting to unplug it!

I would advise against that arrangement. Its easier to leave the EF unattended possibly charging to the point that fire could be caused. The 12V wire and connector can get VERY hot. My OEM connector melted, although this may have been when EF allowed a higher charge amperage.

 

[Webbah_in_Switzerland]

Off topic, but relevant here I think, as all you swamp types have off-grid setups.

I am currently charging the EF D2 using the 12V socket in the boot. This is I believe run from the leisure batteries.

Do any of you have a better setup? I tried charging from the dash 12V, but got tired of moving the pack around, so ran an extension cable from the boot under the seat.

I guess I need to physically unplug the EF when off grid, otherwise it will just deplete the LB?

Is there any workaround? Can I turn off the charging via the EF app? Flattened the LB again last weekend forgetting to unplug it!

Here's another option to the EcoFlow alternator charger they offer:

 

[JuanVecino2023]

I would advise against that arrangement. Its easier to leave the EF unattended possibly charging to the point that fire could be caused. The 12V wire and connector can get VERY hot. My OEM connector melted, although this may have been when EF allowed a higher charge amperage.

How do you charge? On grid before you set off and then use it until it depletes?

I’ve set the charging to 6A on the app.

I realise it’s inefficient way to charge, but don’t want to throw too much £ at boiling a kettle for a brew!

 

[wildslammer22]

How do you charge? On grid before you set off and then use it until it depletes?

I’ve set the charging to 6A on the app.

I realise it’s inefficient way to charge, but don’t want to throw too much £ at boiling a kettle for a brew!

This is the swamper way…


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[JuanVecino2023]

This is the swamper way…


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I’ll let you inform my wife of this.

She can gather the firewood when we make a coffee in a lay-by on the drive home

 

[wildslammer22]

I’ll let you inform my wife of this.

She can gather the firewood when we make a coffee in a lay-by on the drive home

She’s Welsh so she can summon a dragon to heat the water.

I can say this as I post incognito…


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[Corradobrit]

I’ll let you inform my wife of this.

She can gather the firewood when we make a coffee in a lay-by on the drive home

The discarded rubbish will make excellent kindling.

 

[Corradobrit]

How do you charge? On grid before you set off and then use it until it depletes?

I’ve set the charging to 6A on the app.

I realise it’s inefficient way to charge, but don’t want to throw too much £ at boiling a kettle for a brew!

I use max permissible charge 8A I think but the EF sits in the gap between the 2 seats and I ALWAYS disconnect when the Cali is parked up.
I top up usually with a portable 100W solar panel (slow) or when on EHU.
I'm looking at the new gizmo from EF as this arrangement is less than ideal in practice, especally as I rarely visit formal campsites

 

[babble]

my solar panel controller (a standard bluetooth victron one from Roger) has a second output for running the fridge or charging a spare battery - it does all the power management itself i believe. i think it can be set up to only start charging the EF after the main battery is full, but i will need to double check that.

 

[Webbah_in_Switzerland]

my solar panel controller (a standard bluetooth victron one from Roger) has a second output for running the fridge or charging a spare battery - it does all the power management itself i believe. i think it can be set up to only start charging the EF after the main battery is full, but i will need to double check that.

I believe that is only a trickle charger too. So likely only 1A.


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[babble]

Here is what it says on the victron site:​

3. Features

www.victronenergy.com

3.8. Load output​

The solar charger is equipped with a physical and virtual load output.

3.8.1. Physical load output​

The DC loads in the system can be connected to the load output terminals. The solar charger controls the load output and disconnects the loads if the battery voltage drops too low, safeguarding the battery against too-deep discharges.

The disconnect voltage of the load output and the battery management algorithm can be configured via a jumper in the VE.Direct port or via the VictronConnect app. For more information refer to the Load output settings chapter.

The current rating of the load output is 15A or 20A (depending on the MPPT model) and is short-circuit proof.

I'm no sure what all the means, but i plug my fridge into this or my EF if its very sunny.

 

[Grigio Van Grigio]

There's a reason Jeep decided to use the Falken Wildpeak AT3WA as default on the Jeep Gladiator.

Looks like that’s a review for the AT3W not the AT3WA. I’ve just discovered they are quite different tyres. Thought I’d settled on these until I realised I’d been looking at the AT3W’s not the WA’s. Probably the WA’s are more suited to road but they just don’t look as chunky! Will re look at the reviews I’ve been watching and see if they are on the W’s or WA’s

 

[Grigio Van Grigio]

Really pleased with my choice. And I don’t think I’ll be messing with the suspension either. The 235/65/17’s fill the wheel arches nicely with no rubbing. Speedo about right at 30mph, 1mph under at 50mph and 2mph under at 70mph (assuming Waze is accurate). Ride is excellent with no discernible increase in road noise. Will have to do a decent run to see how the mpg stacks up. Just need to remember I’ll be over 2m now!

 

[The Merle]

View attachment 124511View attachment 124512View attachment 124513Really pleased with my choice. And I don’t think I’ll be messing with the suspension either. The 235/65/17’s fill the wheel arches nicely with no rubbing. Speedo about right at 30mph, 1mph under at 50mph and 2mph under at 70mph (assuming Waze is accurate). Ride is excellent with no discernible increase in road noise. Will have to do a decent run to see how the mpg stacks up. Just need to remember I’ll be over 2m now!

Looks good, how much were the tyres or was it a wheel/tyre package.

 

[Grigio Van Grigio]

It was a wheel tyre package from Elite Wheels. £1,625 plus £65 delivery (next day). Wheels only £1,295 plus delivery.

Highly recommend Elite Wheels.

 

[Webbah_in_Switzerland]

It was a wheel tyre package from Elite Wheels. £1,625 plus £65 delivery (next day). Wheels only £1,295 plus delivery.

Highly recommend Elite Wheels.

Excellent choice! And yes, the Falkens are very reasonably priced!


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[Grigio Van Grigio]

Looks good, how much were the tyres or was it a wheel/tyre package.

The tyres are £135 per corner fully fitted at Black Circles at the moment.

 

[The Little Red Cali]

View attachment 124511View attachment 124512View attachment 124513Really pleased with my choice. And I don’t think I’ll be messing with the suspension either. The 235/65/17’s fill the wheel arches nicely with no rubbing. Speedo about right at 30mph, 1mph under at 50mph and 2mph under at 70mph (assuming Waze is accurate). Ride is excellent with no discernible increase in road noise. Will have to do a decent run to see how the mpg stacks up. Just need to remember I’ll be over 2m now!

These look amazing with the Ascot Grey. Heard a lot of good reports on the Falken's too. Great combo.

 

[Californication69]

View attachment 124511View attachment 124512View attachment 124513Really pleased with my choice. And I don’t think I’ll be messing with the suspension either. The 235/65/17’s fill the wheel arches nicely with no rubbing. Speedo about right at 30mph, 1mph under at 50mph and 2mph under at 70mph (assuming Waze is accurate). Ride is excellent with no discernible increase in road noise. Will have to do a decent run to see how the mpg stacks up. Just need to remember I’ll be over 2m now!

Think they have a tint of bronze?
Look great in bronze

 

[babble]

View attachment 124511View attachment 124512View attachment 124513Really pleased with my choice. And I don’t think I’ll be messing with the suspension either. The 235/65/17’s fill the wheel arches nicely with no rubbing. Speedo about right at 30mph, 1mph under at 50mph and 2mph under at 70mph (assuming Waze is accurate). Ride is excellent with no discernible increase in road noise. Will have to do a decent run to see how the mpg stacks up. Just need to remember I’ll be over 2m now!

Don't forget the mpg will be out about 2 or so too. (So it will look a bit worse than it is)

 

[JuanVecino2023]

Think they have a tint of bronze?
Look great in bronze

You’ll get @Jimmylondon07 going with that comment

 

[JuanVecino2023]

At the risk of setting off load-rating/ TUV-gate. Are these Rogue Alloys rip off an acceptable cheap entry to a Swamper esque look?

 

[CamperFam]

This is the swamper way…


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Where can I buy that stick? No affiliates link please.

 

[CamperFam]

At the risk of setting off loss rating/ TUV-gate. Are these Rogue Alloys rip off an acceptable cheap entry to a Swamper esque look?

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Yes - I was in conversation with them before I went to Elite. The only reason I went Elite was because I wanted Black Rhinos specifically, and Rogue dont do anything but their own brand. Worth keeping in mind all of their styles are replicas or slight variances of the 'designer brands'. I wouldn't say there's anything wrong with them; but depends on what you're after.

 

[JuanVecino2023]

Yes - I was in conversation with them before I went to Elite. The only reason I went Elite was because I wanted Black Rhinos specifically, and Rogue dont do anything but their own brand. Worth keeping in mind all of their styles are replicas or slight variances of the 'designer brands'. I wouldn't say there's anything wrong with them; but depends on what you're after.

Yes, think these are Fuel rips offs. Though they have some Monotube about them.

Latter are my favourites. But at £1.2k wheels only + VAT + Courier, might have to wait.

These are £500 with minimal miles. Could be winners for winter.