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Update: I've left the NOCO 7200 in repair mode for the last week (7 days). The repair light is still flashing red, and the green 100% light is still flashing. I believe this is indicating that the battery won't get to 100% charge (per the NOCO 7200 algorithm?) How long can/should I leave this...

Thank you, Guyfang. When you say "I discharge the battery deeply", can you describe what you mean by that? Is there a certain voltage that you try to get the battery down to? What setting on the G7200 would you reccomend to use to recharge from this deeply discharged state? Also, you mention...

that’s correct, I’ve read that too. You’re using the known good to create a load/voltage that a charger will recognize. 7200 = Noco Genius G7200 which is a 12/24V charger. It puts out 7.2A at 12V. That charger will bring the battery to “100%” according to its internal algorithm. However when...

I'm scratching my head.. Below is for an MEP-803A with Optima Red Top batteries. I had left my generator off the charger for 2-3 months as I dealt with a move. When the talking heads on TV started projecting ice & 2'+ of snow, I figured I should go start the generator and make sure it still...

With the H5 batteries, are any modifications needed? Will the stock cables reach? With the recent cold snap, one of my batteries is giving me grief...

This may be one of those questions.... Do you simply hook up the positive / negative to each battery while leaving the batteries hooked up in 24v series? OR do you need to disconnect one of the batteries while using the 2x12v charger?

Thanks!! Exactly what I was thinking. I'm young guy in my 30's... Man handling that 4 gauge Type W is tough.

I like it a lot. I'm really not sure how I would manage the cables otherwise. One thing I may consider adding in the future is a roller element to help manage the cables around the corner of the unit. If possible, it would be ideal if you could find a reel that wouldn't require unloading ALL the...

thanks! I’ll take your advice and put a bead at the top. I ended up just moving two of the AFCI circuits to the sub panel. That was easier than trying to unbundle all the wires to find the right neutral to move to the sub panel (to go with the hot I was relocating. Saved me $100 too, by not...

Agreed, that it how it should be done. I had to go to 3-4 different stores just to get the PVC that I did. For some reason, supply is tight in the Houston area.

Thanks, Toby. I ended up thinking outside the box and moving some of the conduit routed below the panel, and ran it that way. Appreciate your help!

Looking good! If we ever get back up north to our land, I'll get a spider box. Your setup looks very clean and to be in great shape!

Nope, I Googled NATO plugs and stumbled across their website a few months back when I was searching Ebay, CL, Etc. for a used authentic NATO plug, but didn't want to spend $100+. Nice thread! I never claimed I was unique in coming up with this method :)

They Graywacke part has a solid center, no spreading pins. For $35 or thereabouts, I'm not complaining. I appreciate all the different designs for the NATO plug that they have. Thankfully I found it on Craigslist, along with the real and 4 of the pin and sleeve connectors for like $500. If I...

All, I thought I'd share my project. I needed a trailer mounted, all in 1 solution that could hold 50-100ft of cable, capable of handling the full output of the MEP-803A. I live in TX, do this is primarily for Hurricanes. Although the only time I've used it is during the recent winter storm...

Thank! It's certainly the path of least resistance. What products do you recommend for sealing where the conduit enters the load centers?

Thanks, Toby. The location to the right of the meter is the only place on the wall available. I think there's enough room on the right to get my punch set in there, but I see your point. Being visible from the road, I'm trying to minimize my conduit runs, its already pretty ugly... Are you...

I agree. That's my plan. Now I'm just trying to decide if I'm able to punch out a hole in the upper right hand side of the panel and run a straight conduit over to the sub panel. I could possibly go up through the hub (which is currently unused) but I like the straight shot better, if possible...

If that were the case, then why is my new sub panel rated at 12/24? (12 slots, 24 circuits??)

Exactly. I had the panel replaced on my 2003 house, and in doing so had to be brought up to code. I can only imagine what a panel replacement will cost under NEC 2020 where basically all 120v circuits need to be AFCI Although I will say... As soon as my panel was replaced every time I'd turn on...