I'm getting the components together to build one the exact same size. I was tossing around different ideas on how to build the box or whatever I wanted to mount it to. Your box idea is perfect for what I want to do. Thanks!
@solardiyhobbyandrevies81183 күн бұрын
@@rogermurphy1548 your welcome I like it. Kind of weather resistant if outside. Heavy though I’d take the batteries separately.
@TheMockers-uh6ll8 күн бұрын
Sure looks like a good time without your brother! Keep bragging about that 85 hp tow package…
@T.J-and-Soul9 күн бұрын
Well done
@solardiyhobbyandrevies81189 күн бұрын
Thanks TJ
@aurthorthing74039 күн бұрын
I had an 88 Dodge Ram 50. I loved that truck.
@solardiyhobbyandrevies81189 күн бұрын
@@aurthorthing7403 they are great little trucks
@ryanmall9 күн бұрын
Question did you really stay the night out there or did you go and get a 5 star hotel and then come back
@solardiyhobbyandrevies81189 күн бұрын
Shhhh
@melindadobson1099 күн бұрын
Very interesting. I need one them jackery things and electric blankets!
@solardiyhobbyandrevies81189 күн бұрын
@@melindadobson109 they work awesome
@FreeformThoughts80429 күн бұрын
I love mine.....changed mine 2 years ago and still going strong.....my whole garage looks like daytime 2 in the morning....superbright
@solardiyhobbyandrevies811829 күн бұрын
@@FreeformThoughts804 these are so much nicer than the halogens. I end up using this stand again allot now that it isn’t 1000 degrees LOL.
@markronck3415Ай бұрын
Very good pure sine wave inverter. Well I see your in Oklahoma also. Our place is in SE part of the State.
@solardiyhobbyandrevies8118Ай бұрын
@@markronck3415 I’ve been happy with both my 24 volt and 12 volt Oubotek inverter. It would be nice to meet you some day.
@52lowbudgetАй бұрын
Damn, bro.....
@sam_8aАй бұрын
Can we change the charging current, voltage, other parameters in the controller?
@solardiyhobbyandrevies8118Ай бұрын
@@sam_8a not the current but you can change the float and voltage of where you want the lifepo4 to stop at. I set mine at 13.7 . Actually came shipped at 12.6 and I was wondering why it wouldn’t charge. Once I set it to 13,7 it has been working great. Also can change the voltage parameters of the load output cutoff voltage and when to turn back on.
@cort3079Ай бұрын
Nobody is gonna be perfect in preparedness. It's good to do what we can now, but our biggest asset is going to be each other. Communities need to come together and pool resources, knowledge, and skills. Together, there's nothing we can't do. I admire your setups! I'm just getting into solar and have a couple Bluettis and want to build my own setup soon. It's fun and exciting! Thanks for the video, take care brother.
@solardiyhobbyandrevies8118Ай бұрын
@@cort3079 I agree we all need to bring are skills and resources together and help one another. I’m on the road allot now but when I get time I’m building my outdoor kitchen in a two door metal filing cabinet. Should be a fun build.
@reddog1171Ай бұрын
Thanks
@solardiyhobbyandrevies8118Ай бұрын
@@reddog1171 you are welcome
@Thomas-yr9lnАй бұрын
My dad puts Tabasco sauce on everything.
@solardiyhobbyandrevies8118Ай бұрын
@@Thomas-yr9ln can’t go wrong with Tabasco
@zfk8700Ай бұрын
What’s with the music in the back man? Are you making burritos or reviewing cows?
@joeblow5381Ай бұрын
Come on man,thaw it out and fry it in a pan
@nelsoncruz7278Ай бұрын
Can you kindly confirm if it’s possible to use 12-18v solar panel with this charge controller and charge 24v lithium battery ?
@solardiyhobbyandrevies8118Ай бұрын
@@nelsoncruz7278 I have not tried that I’ve only charged higher to lower voltage batteries. The Off-Grid Mountain Homestead has a video on theses charges and has a nice test bench with a 24 volt setup if you ask him he is usually really good at an answer or he will do the test for you. I’m on the road right now but can test that when I get back to let you know for sure. I do know though these are true MPPT controllers and I believe it will work but I don’t want to say yes until I try for you.
@nelsoncruz7278Ай бұрын
@@solardiyhobbyandrevies8118 thanks for the reply, kindly test it and confirm if it is possible, waiting for your response after the test. Thanks 👍
@solardiyhobbyandrevies8118Ай бұрын
@@nelsoncruz7278 will do
@solardiyhobbyandrevies8118Ай бұрын
@@nelsoncruz7278just tried it and you do need more voltage than the batteries to charge. Had to put two 100 watt panels in series to make it charge two 12.8 volt batteries in series.
@nelsoncruz7278Ай бұрын
@@solardiyhobbyandrevies8118 thanks a lot for the test
@THEOFFGRIDMOUNTAINHOMESTEAD2 ай бұрын
People will knock it but for a sub $14 meter it just works. Quite handy for spares, loaners or automotive. I keep a Tesmen in my golf cart dashboard and one in truck toolbox. Thanks for the video! Good find on your free oil rig stuff 👍
@solardiyhobbyandrevies81182 ай бұрын
@@THEOFFGRIDMOUNTAINHOMESTEAD yeah I like this meter for a glove box meter and tool box. Just to have near buy and not have to run around to get it. Would like to try their DC Clamp meter also. I have it now in my luggage and will use it in my satellite truck I’ll be flying to run on the 18th. Super nice setup by the way you got.
@ryanmall2 ай бұрын
Okay but what if you have the brain size of a grain of rice. That is a pretty cool multimeter another use you can use it for is a toothpick
@solardiyhobbyandrevies81182 ай бұрын
@@ryanmall didn’t think of that😁😁
@solardiyhobbyandrevies81182 ай бұрын
Link to Multimeter a.co/d/9Hli6dE
@T.J-and-Soul2 ай бұрын
Judas needs to buy one of them so he can tell when that big blonde heifer is hot or not. Does it test in a 28 day cycle???? 😂
@PriestleyNicole-k6l2 ай бұрын
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@InTheDirtAgain2 ай бұрын
I built basically the same kind of system, but kept it at 12v as I run a single 200ah battery to keep costs down. Put it all in a heavy plastic tote on wheels so that I can use it on my RV or the pellet stove in the house (backup power during winter). Its all water-proof with frog skin covering the holes inlet/exhaust fans, wired with a 30a RV plug, and additional waterproof 110v outlets on the box. Used Anderson plugs for the solar and battery connectors from the RV. Like you, not a big fan of the HQST controller in my system. It doesn't like to charge at a maximum 14.6v and keeps throwing an error code. Have to run it at 14.4v to keep from getting the code. Customer service was a complete waste of time, so I just live with it. Probably better for the battery in the long-term. Have 2 residential 36v panels rated at 230w each and wired in series with 10ga wiring up on the RV roof. Using 4ga wiring from the battery to the 3000w invertor. An inexpensive hydraulic crimp tool made it super easy to assemble.
@solardiyhobbyandrevies81182 ай бұрын
@@InTheDirtAgain I had to back it down from the 24 volt factory settings also same thing. When the batteries reached full it would do the same thing. Yeah you’re not going to get any customer service. But it is a solid unit. Of course it’s kind of like an umbrella if you have one it doesn’t rain. Well since I built this unit we have not lost power but I’m ready for the ice storm when it happens. I use my solar trailer when I go camping and that $62.00 Sunenergy 30amp controller gets the job done. Your system sounds cool !!!my next project I’m building one in a filing cabinet for the outdoor kitchen.
@Techboxreview2 ай бұрын
Stay charged my man 🤙 it’s nice you are thinking of other people and having a little something for them if needed. True community spirt ❤
@solardiyhobbyandrevies81182 ай бұрын
@@Techboxreview thanks I have great neighbors we all stick together.
@Buddyelvis1-20222 ай бұрын
That's your finest clothes? 😮😢
@solardiyhobbyandrevies81182 ай бұрын
@@Buddyelvis1-2022 well finer than usual 😁😁
@ElectrabuzzXD2 ай бұрын
I'm in the affected area of GA, the solar system I built with the help of your videos, is saving our butts. Thank you sir o7
@solardiyhobbyandrevies81182 ай бұрын
@@ElectrabuzzXD so sorry you are without power but so satisfying knowing I helped you prepare!!
@NoneyaTexasontheback202 ай бұрын
Lookin good
@halicon74752 ай бұрын
im going to put an aluminum block on the back of the charge controller from homedepot
@halicon74752 ай бұрын
nice vid I like the dokio ridged frame 150's they are robust I have the fabric 170 just from light use its degraded in a few months in south florida
@solardiyhobbyandrevies81182 ай бұрын
@@halicon7475 yeah they are not made for every day use that’s for sure but the price is right. Dokio makes good stuff for sure for what it is intended for and I wouldn’t mind having some of there permanent panels.
@ryanmall2 ай бұрын
I think you need a motivational speaker in your life to make you feel better maybe someone like Chris Farley lol
@nelane312 ай бұрын
nice
@hardnackfarms17362 ай бұрын
Howdy Mark! I need to get more batteries for my greenhouse set up! Stay safe! Wendy🍁🎃🙏🇺🇸🌎
@solardiyhobbyandrevies81182 ай бұрын
@@hardnackfarms1736 let me know if you need any advice!!!
@hardnackfarms17362 ай бұрын
@@solardiyhobbyandrevies8118 I do Mark. I have a few questions
@solardiyhobbyandrevies81182 ай бұрын
@@hardnackfarms1736 you have Debbie’s number call anytime.
@hardnackfarms17362 ай бұрын
@@solardiyhobbyandrevies8118 thank you Mark
@FieldWordsworth-m5n2 ай бұрын
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@ronscott56042 ай бұрын
I wanted to watch this but you are so boring!
@Techboxreview2 ай бұрын
Great little project there mate. I like the charging through the cigg lighter socket 😜 winner winner chicken Dinner
@solardiyhobbyandrevies81182 ай бұрын
@@Techboxreview were do you think I got the idea.
@Techboxreview2 ай бұрын
Ranch Dog started getting interested once the egg sandwich started getting made 😂🤙 as you know I love a good Budget solar system.
@solardiyhobbyandrevies81182 ай бұрын
Ranch dog was definitely interested😁😁
@ryanmall2 ай бұрын
Yes we did miss y'all
@solardiyhobbyandrevies81182 ай бұрын
@@ryanmall miss you to Ryan and family
@trainmaster02172 ай бұрын
Did you ever think that having that solar system catching fire in the grass could start a big wildfire?
@solardiyhobbyandrevies81182 ай бұрын
@@trainmaster0217 not when I’m looking at it
@aunttriciaattic2 ай бұрын
Hi I really love your videos and starting my solar array on a fixed income so what you teach in your video works for me. If it's not asking too much can you stop talking about yourself in a bad way.
@solardiyhobbyandrevies81182 ай бұрын
@@aunttriciaattic it’s all in fun I’m a very positive person I just like making fun of myself. It’s a Pittsburgh Pennsylvania thing we always would be hard on each other at work and make fun of each other, but it wasn’t meant in a bad way. It’s just to have fun and get through the day plus I might as well make fun of myself before somebody else nitpicks me on KZbin anyway.. I appreciate the kind words and thank you for watching.
@jameshall57842 ай бұрын
I have to disagree on the coffee. Black Rifle coffee is much better yes more expensive but the flavor is so much more appealing!!!
@WorkinWithWiley2 ай бұрын
Kinda crazy they come factory equipped reverse polarity.... kinda cool little piece!
@solardiyhobbyandrevies81182 ай бұрын
@@WorkinWithWiley nice little box I really hope to get their 20 amp 30 amp or 40 amp next.
@jameshall57842 ай бұрын
On both channels??
@solardiyhobbyandrevies81182 ай бұрын
@@jameshall5784 yes they wanted the review on Two Old People On A Couch Channel so I said I’ll put it on both. I was glad they offered me this controller I’ve seen it and really was wanting one before they offered it for a review. What I really need is there 30 to 40 amp.
@lonecowboyadventures2 ай бұрын
Nice ! How heavy is it? -or did I miss you saying that information- I was eating a burrito and listening for the dog bark…
@solardiyhobbyandrevies81182 ай бұрын
@@lonecowboyadventures 24 pounds
@DinkTank3692 ай бұрын
Have a great day/week 🍁🍂 ❤❤
@DinkTank3692 ай бұрын
Never used a George foreman, heard it's a great addition to any kitchen.
@solardiyhobbyandrevies81182 ай бұрын
@@DinkTank369 everything cooks up awesome in a George and most things 5 minutes cause your cooking on both sides. Pick one up at Goodwill or garage sale you will not be disappointed!!!
@DinkTank3692 ай бұрын
Will be watching for your next video, Deb ❤
@DinkTank3692 ай бұрын
Good afternoon peeps
@solardiyhobbyandrevies81182 ай бұрын
@@DinkTank369 hello Dink and Tank and thanks for watching.
@19ghost732 ай бұрын
Today mine arrived, very used, same age than yours. A little bit of cleaning and bending back into shape, and the stove is working like a champ again. :) These Coleman stoves are quite pricey overe here in Germany, even used, but worth every dollar. I run it with Polish cleaning white fuel (similar to Coleman fuel, just waaaaay cheaper), and it starts up fine and runs no problem. I noted that my lid tilts more backward than yours, which makes the grill stay up when I want to have it "open". You may consider to bend the wires (which hold the left & right wind panels) a bit down, so that the side panels ride higher and in turn the main lid tilts far more backwards. That is a very worthwhile improvement because it keeps the lid and the grill where they belong when you want them to stay up & open.
@solardiyhobbyandrevies81182 ай бұрын
@@19ghost73 they are awesome and that polish cleaning fuel sounds interesting I wonder if I can get it here? Yeah I will have to make that modification so the grill stays up. I just love these stoves.
@19ghost732 ай бұрын
@@solardiyhobbyandrevies8118 "Polish" as in "from the country of Poland", which is our direct neighbour with very low prices. Kinda like Mexico for the US. 😉
@solardiyhobbyandrevies81182 ай бұрын
@@19ghost73 ok got it. Definitely not finding it here😂😂
@johnsandoval4938Ай бұрын
For some reason my initial response would not post, so let me try again. I have an old 425C that you can have if you want to cover shipping from Spokane, WA USA. The plunger leather seal needs a little work, but I've used the stove on quite a few trips. works great.
@solardiyhobbyandrevies8118Ай бұрын
@@johnsandoval4938 I appreciate the offer but maybe somebody local will enjoy it. I truly appreciate the offer though!!!!
@NoneyaTexasontheback202 ай бұрын
Afternoon guys
@solardiyhobbyandrevies81182 ай бұрын
@@NoneyaTexasontheback20 hello Jake
@livingmybestlife96972 ай бұрын
Solar is so great❤
@solardiyhobbyandrevies81182 ай бұрын
@@livingmybestlife9697 I’m having fun with it. Thanks for watching !!
@livingmybestlife96972 ай бұрын
Hello I’m a new friend to your channel ❤
@solardiyhobbyandrevies81182 ай бұрын
@@livingmybestlife9697 thanks I’ll check out yours and subscribe. Thanks for watching.
@Dukedj343 ай бұрын
You could just put it on casters and roll it around when you need to move it