Gearing up for this summer. Any suggestions for power supplies and equipment?

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alpine678@reddit

I put together a power systems guide that covers a range of options depending on power needs and things to consider. https://reviews.matanich.com/power-systems/vanlife/

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I am a fan of Bluetti. Great products and a very good app. I like that there are multiple charging options. Picked up an Elite 200 and use it for my fridge etc. Going to be paring it with a DC to DC charger shortly (have one in my camper and love it).

Also, definitely get a fridge. Lots of decent compressor fridges out there for a reasonable price. They are a game changer.

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No_Data9003@reddit

I like Bluetti too. I’ve got an Elite 300 in my RV and it runs my 12V compressor fridge no problem.

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Pixiekixx@reddit

Thirding for Bluetti. My first powerbank from 2018 is still going strong. I've added another larger one for longer trips.

I run a fridge, radios, laptop, charge work equipment, cell phone, fan, heated blanket, kindle, lights, travel appliances. I run mine pretty well year round. I try not to ever let the bank go below 20% before topping up.

I prefer to have 2 smaller capacity powerbanks so there is always redundancy if one has a critical failure. Usually I have one for sleep/ accessories; the other is dedicated fridge and radios.

I haven't quite dialed in solar charging as well as others have. Mine seems slow. Pass through and driving charging is decent. AC charge is fast.

I tried Ecoflow and didn't like it (coupon); louder and seems to discharge way faster, not as hot/ cold resistant. A couple buddies have Anker systems and are very happy. I have small Anker pocket sized powerbanks and other electronics that I'm very happy with as well.

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joey12342323@reddit

Nice work, it is a good idea, how does it feel in summer?

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AceOfClubzs@reddit

Dude! Love the effort in insulation. I’ve been thinking about trying something similar in my Alu-Cab CC.

Can you already tell much of a difference?

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Ordinary_Age_8015@reddit (OP)

Thanks! I haven’t taken it on a trip yet so not sure how much of a difference it will make. I’ll definitely make an update post once I take it out!

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Ozatopcascades@reddit

Solar panel/dc-dc alternator charger > power station > 12v fridge/IGNIK Flipside bunk warming pad/diesel heater/vent fan. (Campstove on the tailgate)

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WolfmansGotNards85@reddit

A good dog and some gas.

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StrongChance4812@reddit

We’ve been using a battery box. Basically a box that has usb, Anderson plugs, and 12v cig ports to charge and run electronics.

I like the Anderson because it actually plugs into our rtt and we run a heated blanket! Super plush.

You could also get a battery bank/generator too of course but they were much more expensive than getting the battery box and putting a deep cycle in there.

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StrongChance4812@reddit

We use this with an Agm battery we already had. Made sense for us!

Look at this product I found on google.com https://share.google/2MmspjFRmMJDimqrR

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confusedseas@reddit

Nice Tundra! Get the essentials (sleep system, kitchen, water, etc) and get out there. Your needs will become apparent after a few trips