Power Bank or Dual Battery for Overlanding? Bluetti AC200P Thoughts & Impressions

[@ozarkoverlandoutfitters9218]

I’ve allways been a dual battery hard mount guy and still am but this kind of product has its place for sure. I’ve got a goal zero yeti 3000x we use when we take the gx 460 and works great. Also works great for the travel trailer as long as a/c isn’t needed. We also use it as back up in our 100 percent off grid house. Great video Grant. This is honestly a better solution for most people’s use than a solid mount dual battery system

[@ArkansasOffroad]

Appreciate the feedback. I think these are definitely a better solution for the average joe. Hard mounted dual battery fits better for the full time overlander in my opinion.

[@jgtaylor2201]

Great video. For the last month I’ve been going back and forth with myself on whether to do a dual battery setup or buy a power station. I’m strongly leaning towards the power station because of the versatility which you mentioned.

[@overlandrambler]

I am ordering one in a couple weeks. Thanks for the coupon code.

[@ErvigHenry]

Wow, that sounds like a fantastic portable power station! The Segway Portable PowerStation Cube Series seems to be packed with impressive features like its massive capacity, fast recharging, and waterproof technology. It's definitely worth considering for outdoor enthusiasts and RV lovers looking for reliable power backup. Thanks for sharing this recommendation!

[@gearlist]

Really informative and detailed, thanks for always going the extra mile for us! 🤙🤙

[@ArkansasOffroad]

For sure! 🤘🏼

[@gearlist]

@@ArkansasOffroad 💯

[@robertjunko5234]

I would like to agree with you on your comment regarding the power supply. It's really big and bulky, why can't bluetti make a smaller power supply just like what the Ecoflow power stations have?

[@kylequinn1963]

They do, I have it. The EB70 is incredible. If the EB70 allowed for more solar input it would be perfect. These units are also different than the Ecoflow products, these are Lithium Iron Phosphate, they will last FAR longer.

[@jimedwards8958]

Hey Grant just invested in my first real 4x4 albeit a little Suzuki 2004 jimny. Loving it.

[@ArkansasOffroad]

That’s awesome! What a fun rig.

[@BadTitan1330]

All good Grant! I just wait for the BELL to tell me you got a new video up. Cool set up!

[@ArkansasOffroad]

So cool, thanks!!

[@jaxonfloyd2397]

Just subbed! Might just be my new favorite channel. Love the build bro! Same tires as I got

[@michaelchoate2810]

I plan to live full time in an overland Cherokee/camp setup so I like hearing that's it's overkill.

[@grn9209]

Saw solar panel you did on IG👊🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@ArkansasOffroad]

Thanks! Stoked to get that wired up 🤘🏼

[@thomasjackson1690]

Your videos just keep getting better!

[@ArkansasOffroad]

Thanks Thomas!

[@everydayjeeper6583]

1st like and view! I already know it’s going to be a good video 😁👍🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@livingworkingoutsidebox]

Ok very cool but I'm so drooling over the orange rc 4x4 on the tool chest! 🤠💥🚚⚡

[@jayesh5131]

He already did a video on that😉

[@ArkansasOffroad]

@@jayesh5131 Ha thanks!

[@ArkansasOffroad]

Thanks!! You gotta check out my video on that haha.

[@livingworkingoutsidebox]

@@ArkansasOffroad nice what was the title of the video? Binge watching a ton of power systems and storage ideas for our build 👍 so a cool road 4x4 video would hit the spot

[@livingworkingoutsidebox]

@@ArkansasOffroad found it

[@Whiskeytreekilo]

AO is no doubt one of the best channels on the topic of Overlanding and all that encompasses.

[@ArkansasOffroad]

Wow thank you so much!! 👊🏻

[@dougg8280]

Seems like a great solution for many. Excellent review. This is less than half the price of my dual lithium in my Turtleback Trailer.

[@ArkansasOffroad]

Thank you very much...That's good to know, wow that's expensive!

[@dougg8280]

@@ArkansasOffroad the batterys are expensive. Each Relion RB-100LT (12V 100Ah LiFePo that can operate to -4F) are $1350. The the inverter/charger, solar charger, dc:dc for vehicle power. Pay once, cry once.

[@MissouriAdventures]

Life cycle is really important too. And Bluetti seems to excel at that.

[@ArkansasOffroad]

Very true.

[@joep6528]

glad to see more videos!

[@dusteroverlanders7396]

Very helpful reviews! Thanks!

[@garyaaron8425]

Nice video. I really needed this info before I make my decision. Also, I think we all love you more without the stache! Hehe🙃

[@ArkansasOffroad]

Hahaha thanks! Long live the stache.

[@BennyTygohome]

Very useful to have. Thanks for the overview

[@Shazit222]

Power Bank is my choice. Hope soon we have a wheeling video coming😄

[@ArkansasOffroad]

You’ll have tons of wheeling videos soon 😎

[@AllThingsOverlanding]

That thing is freaking massive. Love it, :D.

[@ArkansasOffroad]

Dude it’s absurd lol.

[@AllThingsOverlanding]

@@ArkansasOffroad I recently got a 1000WH portable generator and I'm not even sure what I'm going to use it for, lol. Guess I'll just disconnect the house for a few days and save a few bucks.

[@ChadMI]

Sweet setup. Besides cosmetic upgrades(rims and tires), is there anything else you wanna do to the Tacoma? I’m not sure it gets much better than it is now! Can’t wait to see the Colorado/ Utah footage Grant! 😬

[@ArkansasOffroad]

Honestly, nope! It's 100% dialed in. I've done everything I want to it. Whenever I get the new wheels, tires, and UCA's, it's really "done". There will always be small things, but I'm very content. Thanks so much! The footage is SWEEEET! I'll release part 1 here soon.

[@BartonHNewell]

Great review man. One question, kinda scoured your videos and never found a solid answer. What camper shell is that?

[@ArkansasOffroad]

Appreciate it! It’s an ARE Classic.

[@FlawedOffroad]

It was at 61% when you plugged it in, did it take the first 39% of the battery to shave the stache? 😂😂

[@ArkansasOffroad]

You win best comment.

[@FlawedOffroad]

@@ArkansasOffroad haha what do I win? 🏆

[@kevinhandy2490]

@@FlawedOffroad probably not a moustache ride..

[@FlawedOffroad]

@@kevinhandy2490 🙄

[@poladnbiyev1803]

Did you sell the previous jeep wrangler?

[@FastRackOverland]

Wife loves it. 😂😂 I shaved my beard off once I will never do it again.

[@garykos1308]

Like you said, it depends on the trip. 👍👍 I know if I say something about "Ned" he'll be back next week so I won't.

[@terrymcintyre3587]

Can you hookup the Bluette to your truck alternator to charge it while your driving too?

[@Mississippi_RC_Addict]

I see a redcat👀what else do you have?

[@gordian9]

Have you tried to charge the Bluetti from the rear power outlet while driving? When I have tried it keeps tripping the switch and will not charge. Any thoughts?

[@bradmizzou]

Did you figure out how to charge the ac200p from the Tacoma bed plug?

[@yotaland]

Is it weatherproof

[@RevereOverland]

I have a video with pretty much exactly the same title scheduled for next week - I promise I'm not copying you 😂

[@ArkansasOffroad]

Ha no way!! Sorry I stole your thunder! 😂😂

[@RevereOverland]

@@ArkansasOffroad it's all good! I have the same Bluetti. It's way better than the high end Jackerys, but I agree that at 60lbs it's a little big/heavy.

[@ArkansasOffroad]

@@RevereOverland Agreed!

[@jimedwards8958]

Grant I’m in the UK Would love one of your badges/stickers how can I purchase?

[@ArkansasOffroad]

Hmmm that’s really cool, thank you so much. I’d say reach out to John at long creek overland, where my merch is sent from and maybe he could work something out

[@DizonAdventures]

What model ARE camper shell is this?

[@JonBoatBilly]

What battery bank is in the box?

[@robertwicker196]

Love the new intro...the Wicker's are represented well :)

[@ArkansasOffroad]

🤜🤛

[@mantiscity]

Doesn’t the battery in the case, need to be vented?

[@ArkansasOffroad]

No I’ve never had problems with it. It’s not large enough to need that ventilation from my experience

[@DarksideOffRoad]

Nooooo not the stache!!!!! 😢🤣

[@ArkansasOffroad]

RIP! 👨🏻

[@DarksideOffRoad]

@@ArkansasOffroad pour one out for the legend

[@ReimerKeith]

If only they had 12V Anderson outputs.

[@ArkansasOffroad]

Ugh that would be amazing.

[@andrewjarvis7777]

why not both?

[@ArkansasOffroad]

Because money.

[@andrewjarvis7777]

@@ArkansasOffroad lol TRUE.

[@andrewjarvis7777]

dual bat not tooooo terrible though. my genesis dual kit arrives any day now for the 4runner, pretty stoked. but I also want a unit like this. I have a lot of learning about electrical before I decide what level power bank I need/want though. appreciate the vid, nice setup! cheers

[@ArkansasOffroad]

@@andrewjarvis7777 thanks man!

[@chir0pter]

Bruh I only watched bc of the mustache 😑

[@ArkansasOffroad]

😂