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Any load on the battery will decrease the voltage while the load is present. The inverter draws a significant dc load even when it is just turned on and not running any ac loads. The dc load will be significantly higher if the inverter is running some appliance like the microwave or air conditioning. This is the reason that determining state of charge from battery voltage is notoriously difficult and the main reason battery monitors such as the BMV 712 or a smart shunt are so popular. I also am new to lithium batteries and others might have additional or more appropriate input, but is sounds pretty normal to me.I won’t be back at the trailer for a couple of days but I will check out my readings the next time I am there.

So sorry. We saw her on the lot in howenwald when we pickup up out LEII. I wondered how they would be able to put her back together. Good luck and happy trails going forward.

Congratulations and have a great time. It’s a fun day, and a great trailer. The folks at Oliver are awesome. Bring latex gloves for the dump station! Lol

Thanks all, I updated software today and the inreach seems much more responsive. I also suspect tree cover may be an issue.

It’s good to hear all the positive reviews of the inreach. Sounds like I need to play around with mine and see if I can improve response time. If anyone has any suggestions I am all in for them.

I’ve had an in reach mini for the last several years and continue to use it when biking or camping out of cell range. I have never been impressed with its ability to send texts in a timely manner. The texting delay is often hrs even if there is not overhead tree cover. At this point I primarily carry it for its sos function which thankfully I have never needed. I also wonder if this device will also be made obsolete by cell phones. The latest iPhone has a sat based sos function, but at least for now it is just a sos sent to emergency service with no way to send details of the emergency or for emergency response teams to reply.

The victron components in the ‘23 models are an MPPT 100/50 charge controller and a BMV712 battery monitor. Not sure if the Xantrex XC Pro inverter converter is new in 22 or 23. The solar panels are Newpowa. The Truma Aventa air is paired with the varioheat unit.

I installed a master kill switch on my prior trailer, primarily to remove any parasitic loads during storage under cover and because the batteries were very difficult to access. If you want to stir the pot, ask whether it should be on the positive or negative side of the battery. LOL I’ve seen strong agreements for both. I’m a negative side kinda guy. Removing the negative lead from the battery will accomplish what you need.

Here are the settings on our freedom xc from the factory

Another vote for open roads. I am also fortunate because there is a participating station near my home. Only disadvantage is that they have direct access to your bank account, like a debit card. It hasn’t been an issue but I keep a close eye on it..

We are so excited for your upcoming delivery. We just picked up hull 1390 and are delighted with our trailer. The folks at oliver are extremely kind and very helpful. I would strongly recommend spending a night or two at Oliver. We did and found it to be very enjoyable. If you do be sure to bring some camp chairs and especially bring some latex or nitrile disposable gloves if you will be emptying your tanks at Oliver bf you leave. We found these series of videos on storage options by Katjo on this forum or Kathy Adams to be extremely helpful for storage bins, baskets etc, but those things can be done at your leisure. Happy Trails.

Katjo, thanks so much for your YouTube videos. My wife and I have reviewed many of them and found your storage ideas very helpful. Both of us born and raised in The Burbs of Detroit, so Go Blue, or Go green, go white, or whatever your team is!

I usually just carry mine in the bed wo any container, I usually need every bit of space, we don’t travel light. Lol. I recall that there are a bunch of threads on Airforums regarding this topic and several folks had good options because they carried their genny inside the trailer. You might check out a search there.

We have also stayed there and strongly recommend it.

Your trailer looks great and congratulations. We are anxiously awaiting our pickup next Monday!

Welcome and good luck. We too are anxiously awaiting our delivery date, about four weeks away. I don’t drive an 18 wheeler, but my dozen roses are on order for Friday. Our Kathy Mattea moment is this Friday! We cannot wait to start our new adventure together. Ollie-Haus, give a toot when your hit Louisville. We live just west of I65 and the ballpark. We will be on the lookout for your return. We have a clear view of the expressway from our place. Assuming you are taking I 65.

What an awesome setup and hobby. With retirement around the corner, I planning on restarting my reloading and target shooting again. I have never been interested in air rifles but after seeing your setup, I am interested!

We are anxiously awaiting the delivery date for our LEII. We have a similar situation with our current non Oliver trailer. We store our trailer under cover and the rooftop solar was ineffective. I can only address your first question. We use a 100 watt inexpensive panel and an inexpensive PWM solar controller we installed an inline fuse and connect thru the factory installed zamp solar connect on the outside of the trailer. We use a cable bike lock to secure the panel to a support of the storage shelter. We leave this connected whenever the trailer is in storage. We also bought a very small panel initially and it didn’t cut it. When boondocking, we often take the portable panel with us to augment the rooftop solar. Lastly, if you don’t have a battery monitoring system, I would strong recommend it. I initially made myself crazy trying to predict state of charge from battery voltage.

This is a little off subject, but I have certainly felt this way when camping. The pic is from the bike park at Virginia Key in Miami.

Thanks. It should be a great week of fishing, biking and beer.

Congrats patriot! And thanks for the flea collar tip. Where are you heading first? We are retiring 4/21 then two weeks at Anastasia State park and one week at Davidson River in Brevard in a SOB (Airstream BCX 16). And then, pick up our LEII 5/22, and we are off and running! Cant wait for our delivery day.

I would say that for me, towing is a skill that was easily learned. When I first started towing, I was anxious, but quickly learned that if my TV “fit through” the trailer would generally follow. My anxiety quickly dissipated with practice, and of course the more you practice towing, the more camping you get to do! Most other drivers I find to be respectful and courteous on the road. There is no shame in going at a speed you are comfortable with in the lane that fits you best. Happy trails!

Thanks DaveK that is exactly the image in was looking for!

Thanks to all for the great responses. We can’t wait to get started in our new trailer. Hope to see you on the road!

Hello all, We have a delivery date scheduled for our LEII in the third week in May. We obviously very excited. Our tow vehicle will be an F250 Tremor, bone stock, no cap, and several hundred pounds in the bed and 300 pounds of occupants. What drop and shank size are those of you with Tremors running. I also ask, with some trepidation, whether Tremor owners are using the Anderson Hitch or not and if you are happy with your choice. I understand the controversy over WD and sway control vs not, and really want to be careful not to stir that pot with my very first post. Thanks in advance and happy trails!