Tommo30

Right, so I've finally got my van build to a point where everything's wired up and mostly working, but I'm scratching my head over how to handle the Orion and my MPPT talking to each other.

Hey @JennyPalmer, totally normal behaviour to be honest! The MPPT algorithm needs a bit of current to actually lock onto the maximum power point, and on really thick overcast days your panels...

Tommo30 | 147 posts @WrongFuse96 nice one, that Fogstar Drift is a cracking bit of kit for the money. Curious what your actual loads are day-to-day?

Totally agree with everything said above. One thing I'd add that nobody's mentioned yet — the DC-DC charger actually does your LiFePO4 a favour in terms of longevity.

Hey @AndyPalmer, one thing worth checking that nobody's mentioned yet - have you got the engine running detection set up properly?

Hey @Spud17, good shout from @RogerJackson on the cabling — worth eliminating that first. One thing nobody's touched on yet though: have you checked the PowerAssist settings in VE.Configure?

Great thread @SomersetVanLifer. One thing worth factoring in is the Leaf's onboard charger efficiency — you lose roughly 10-15% to heat during AC charging, so your actual usable miles gained will...

@GazAllen - Worth checking your fridge specs first, mate. What's the actual running wattage and inrush current? That'll tell you what you actually need rather than guessing.