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Post by Deleted on Jan 30, 2018 21:33:41 GMT -8
I've been doing a fair amount of planning this winter for my Catalina which now includes lighting. I'm planning to install a converter and intend to use ONLY 12 volt lighting. I'll convert any 110 volt fixtures to 12 volt so I can use the vintage shades and globes. Anyone have issues with this approach?
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Post by vikx on Jan 30, 2018 22:13:49 GMT -8
The incandescent style 12 volt bulbs will suck your battery dry. Hopefully, you can find LEDs that will work...
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Post by Deleted on Jan 30, 2018 22:18:57 GMT -8
Yes...that is the plan - all LED. My newer truck camper has only 12V incandescent lights throughout, and I never have a problem with my battery. I do start up my generator periodically and the converter recharges the battery very quickly.
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Post by nccamper on Feb 1, 2018 19:35:33 GMT -8
I did a duel system on my last camper. Three 12 volt lights do a nice job off the grid along with a few power-ports. But when on shore power it's nice to run the fridge.
I'll really test the battery limits off the grid next summer. I lobbied for a Honda generator but my wife hates the noise.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 1, 2018 20:01:23 GMT -8
I'll definitely have a dual system as I want 110 volt outlets for a coffee maker, microwave, and a 3-way refrigerator plus a few extras for everything else that needs higher voltage.
The lighting would only be 12 volt however. Some folks have a combination of both 110 volt and 12 volt - not needed in my mind.
I've owned a Honda generator for years and definitely would not go anywhere without it. Best investment you will ever make. |
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