XPLOR Hull# 634 - (2) Epoch 300ah batteries and complete Victron System Install

[Trailerjohngo]

I just posted a general discussion question about the electrical in the Oliver Elite II. I’m going to view one tomorrow. I read through a lot of this build and may do something similar. I was wondering about the converter. What exactly was replaced? Does the multiplus sense when shore power is plugged in. I assume the Xantax 2kw was the inverter or? I read something about a converter replacement for lithium upgrade. I’d rather swap in Victron equivalent components or go with the new RV5 bluetti. Still need to do homework on that and figure out if it needs a step down from 48V to 12V. 

[jd1923]

16 hours ago, Trailerjohngo said:

I just posted a general discussion question about the electrical in the Oliver Elite II. I’m going to view one tomorrow. I read through a lot of this build and may do something similar. I was wondering about the converter. What exactly was replaced? Does the multiplus sense when shore power is plugged in. I assume the Xantax 2kw was the inverter or? I read something about a converter replacement for lithium upgrade. I’d rather swap in Victron equivalent components or go with the new RV5 bluetti. Still need to do homework on that and figure out if it needs a step down from 48V to 12V. 

This thread show an excellent inverter/battery upgrade installed by a local service company. If you are going to DIY, I've documented installation posts that show these installations step-by-step.

You asked, "I assume the Xantax 2kw was the inverter or?" Yes, in my case you can see that on page 1. No more Xantrex 2KW inverter (only) with the small PD charger in the power panel (kept it there for back-up). No more lead acid... Now the Victron MP2 and 900 Ah (3x 300) Epoch LiFePO4. You will find mine is a simpler installation. Did not spend on Lynx products and I did not want a cabin screen (we seek battery info 98% of the time outdoors, while towing or from the living room of our home). IMO, Bluetooth apps are all you need, but many like having screens.

When doing so, I also removed all fuses and breakers from under the streetside bed so they can be conveniently accessed under the rear dinette seal.

The best addition that several Oliver owners have added is the DC-to-DC Charger! Every time we tow we add at least 40 Ah for every hour towing. This is about 4x what we get from 320W in rooftop solar. See this for the complete installation. =>

Hope this helps! 😎

Edited yesterday at 05:14 PM by jd1923

[Patriot]

@Trailerjohngo

Shoot me a private message and I will be more than happy to discuss with you details of my install via phone call or PM. As you will see from my first post,  I opted to have a complete Victron system installed professionally by an excellent company in White House, Tenn. My main reasons for a professional install is all components and install are warrantied by the company doing the work as long as I own my Oliver. The warranty also conveys to the next owner should we ever sell.

My system allows for the company to remote in should I have any issues as long as we have a WiFi signal. We have a SL mini so that’s not an concern. I am not nor claim to be a DYI guy when it comes to this level of electrical work. I also wanted to be able show that Victron system was installed by experts should we ever sell. I opted to have the Victron DC to DC charger installed as well which eliminates having to carry a generator. Shoot me a PM if you I can help with additional questions!  

 

And welcome to the fourm!! 

Edited 18 hours ago by Patriot

[jd1923]

23 hours ago, Patriot said:

I am not nor claim to be a DIY guy when it comes to this level of electrical work. I also wanted to be able show that Victron system was installed by experts should we ever sell.

These are very good reasons. We're all different and we all have choices.

I am the DIY guy in anything automotive, electrical and mechanical systems. For example, I only pay for an alignment after I've replaced every suspension part myself.

I learned solar/inverter system installations on a Bigfoot Class that had none to start. Installed rooftop panels using only VHB tape, drilling only two 1/4" holes for the wires, a dab of Dicor on each. Installed a PD 1800 KW inverter/charger and customized the AC power panel to be a split bus panel (sawed the bus in two, one for A/C and one for inverted circuits)! The graphic below from PD gave me the insight I needed to do so.

"Should we ever sell? No way, never! 🤣 I still have my 1984 Goldwing Standard restored to factory condition. Two Lexus, a 1992 SC400 and '08 GX470 both restored. Call our son Adam lucky, as none of these, especially our Oliver, will ever be sold. They will one day be his, always kept in the family. When you put 100s or in this case 1000s of hours in our now amazing hull #113, she's here to stay, and should in its present condition outlive me!

That hull named XPLOR has had only the best of love and care! Likely the best looking, best outfitted hull out there! My bet is... David will never sell! 😎