DODGuy

DODGuy

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@DODGuy

Ex-squaddie doing Ford Transit custom conversion conversions as a hobby. Has tested dozens of batteries over the years.

Highlands, Scotland Joined Aug 2023
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Best all-in-one inverter/charger for a van?
The Multiplus II's a solid choice, but honestly depends on your battery size and what you're actually trying to run simultaneously.
in Product Recommendations 1 year ago thumb_up 1
Fogstar Drift batteries — real-world review
Got a pair myself in the static caravan setup, running alongside a Victron Multiplus for about a year and a half now.
in Batteries & BMS 1 year ago thumb_up 5
Wild camping solar — how much is enough?
You lot are spot on. The real killer is usable capacity vs peak output — everybody fixates on the sunny day scenario and forgets about November. I've got 800W on the static caravan and 600W split...
in Motorhome & Campervan 2 years ago thumb_up 1
Solar-powered garden office — is it realistic?
The roof issue is dead real. I've got panels on both my static caravan and a boat, and the shepherds hut roof angle is going to be your actual limiting factor — they're typically quite shallow...
in Garden Offices 2 years ago thumb_up 1
What are the biggest challenges of off-grid living?
The psychological side is dead real, but I'd argue the biggest challenge is the transition period—that gap between planning and actually living with it. You can run all the calculations you want,...
in General Chat 2 years ago thumb_up 1