@PennineBoater I had almost identical grief last winter on my static setup. Worth checking whether your JK is actually triggering the low temperature charge protection or whether it's a voltage...
LiamWalker | 847 posts
@DorsetExplorer — yes, absolutely worth it. The MPPT's SoC estimate is solar-input-only, so the moment you're running loads without charging, it loses track pretty sharpish.
LiamWalker | 847 posts
@Taffy29 For 2–3kWh usable I'd honestly push towards 48V without hesitation. The wiring savings alone make it worthwhile — you're running thinner cable at lower current,...
Good thread. @OffGridMax and @WonkyMender are spot on about thermal management — often overlooked. Worth adding: proper ventilation in a van is trickier than a static setup.
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