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UPGRADE: Installing a 370 AMP Mechman Alternator!
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@LongLongHoneymoon 3 жыл бұрын
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@HartponderJr 3 жыл бұрын
Next power upgrade: Dilithium Crystals.
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@kens805 3 жыл бұрын
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@LongLongHoneymoon 3 жыл бұрын
Mr. SEEMORE, Warp Factor 1!
@Sevalecan 3 жыл бұрын
Replace the copper coils in the alternator with warp coils. Oughta do it.
@genehill1214 3 жыл бұрын
Your sense of humour in your youtube's is getting better and better. I've been following for a while. You're fun to watch. You're out there doing it, when others are sitting in their sticks and bricks. We can travel with you. Thanks. I understood the electric side of what you said, as I'm an electrician. Basically it's good. Put in an isolator.
@seove1 3 жыл бұрын
I'm just upgrading from 106 to 140 amps. It came yesterday (from Summit). Funny thing is, I was listening to alternator vids and this one came up. I already follow you guys because of camping! 😃
@hussietart 3 жыл бұрын
Why was there not a battery isolator installed which would give truck battery priority charging.
@LongLongHoneymoon 3 жыл бұрын
That may be next on the list! But for now, everything seems to be working fine with the new alternator setup.
@truckcampinglife 3 жыл бұрын
From my understanding an isolator will close the circuit only when the truck is off. The circuit is open when the truck is running. Therefore if your camper batteries are low, energy will flow unless you put the isolator on a separate switch rather than the ignition.
@Yukonjackman1 3 жыл бұрын
Mechman alternator site has many options for you , call them. From there website: Single V belt and 4 rib serpentine belts will start to slip at about 150 amps worth of load. For minimal belt slip, 240 - 370 amp alternators should not be driven by anything narrower than a 6 rib serpentine or dual-V belt drive setup.
@UKBLUE1 3 жыл бұрын
Love Dan's clam stand. Cheese burgers and gator is my favorite. As you found out, Good folks run the place.
@LongLongHoneymoon 3 жыл бұрын
It's a great place!
@herveyforward5956 3 жыл бұрын
We visit it couple times a year, Love the upside down Christmas tree-
@UKBLUE1 3 жыл бұрын
@@herveyforward5956 😁haven't noticed the tree. But it's been a little while since we've been there. We live in Homosassa and go there 2 or 3 times a year. By the way, thanks for your help with the RVs. We're newbies and recently went to devils den for our 1st cruise. So far so good. 👍 thanks again!
@weskirkland5850 11 ай бұрын
Came for the mechman alternator. LOVE THE AIRSTREAM! Beautiful! My grandparents had one when I was a kid they towed behind a 78 Chevy C20. Prettiest campers ever! Love the ST stuff too...haha
@ptaing8 3 жыл бұрын
I bought 250 amp for $89 and it still works after 10 years!
@LongLongHoneymoon 3 жыл бұрын
Nice deal! Now go knock on some wood! :D
@TSKseattle 3 жыл бұрын
But Cap'n! Ye kinna change the laws of physics!
@rickeyray311 3 жыл бұрын
That’s unbelievable as long as you have been on the road I’m surprised you haven’t upgraded your alternator, 101 in RV world
@kristymichael 3 жыл бұрын
We never really needed to before our solar. 🤷🏼♀️
@TJeremySchofield 3 жыл бұрын
Glad the Mechman is working for you guys! These are the issues that keep me from pursuing a solar setup. Also, nice to see you got to stop in at DH Lescombes while traveling through New Mexico...they have great wines and excellent restaurants, and are one of our first visits any time we pass through our home state. Keep the stories coming!
@LongLongHoneymoon 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks and good catch on DH Lescombes. We stayed there as a Harvest Host. We look forward to coming back next year and taking the tour!
@mrmotofy 3 жыл бұрын
The only real issue is manufacturers installing only the bare minimum to get by. Upgrading alternators is nothing new. Car stereo guys have been doing this since the beginning of alternators. My big ole diesel truck with 2 batteries came with a 125a which is pathetic
@jpatrickmoore5158 3 жыл бұрын
I can tell you are really charged up about your new alternator! Merry Christmas, Feliz Navidad and a good Mele Kalikimaka to you!
@seanoleary1979 3 жыл бұрын
That Bulletproofed 6.0 may be "aging," but if you've checked - and I mean REALLY checked what's out there now in terms of durability, reliability, and cost - you'll easily come to the conclusion that there's NOTHING better than an older PowerStroke. I have a 7.3 in an OBS (old body style) and it's simply incredible! It actually gets better with age! Hang onto yours!!!!!!
@LongLongHoneymoon 3 жыл бұрын
It's still a solid tow vehicle. This year it took us safely through the Rocky Mountains again. 💪
@macdaddykwm1 3 жыл бұрын
I Wonder why your solar installer didn't give you a heads up that your truck alternator may be undersized to do the task he was giving it to do?
@hussietart 3 жыл бұрын
@@badgerpa9 We must have hit a sour note. We didn’t get a heart with our comments!!
@LongLongHoneymoon 3 жыл бұрын
Everything seems to be working fine now. Honestly I suppose this was just an unexpected "real world" problem. Most modern 6 phase alternators in more modern trucks would probably not have the problem, especially since the Renogy DC to DC charger was installed.
@LongLongHoneymoon 3 жыл бұрын
@@hussietart I got an email from KZfaq the other day with some statistics... apparently in 2020 I personally replied to almost 10,000 user comments. What's surprising is that 10,000 only represents a small fraction of the total number of comments. And that's just KZfaq. We also get comments on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, email, etc. If I spent all my time replying to comments I'd never have time to do anything else.
@mrmotofy 3 жыл бұрын
Because many of them know nothing other than exactly what they're doing and only know the basics.
@mrtdiver 3 жыл бұрын
this is a quality video. That's how you do it KZfaq. I just stubbed on the video. It's a good reminder how important the alternator is.
@olveramelinda 3 жыл бұрын
Just got mine can’t wait to install it.
@janrobinsonus 3 жыл бұрын
I see you got the name from long long trailer 1954 Lucy Ball and Deni Arnez. It’s super hilarious. I’ve done 60,000 miles solo pulling my trailer across the US for the last 4 years in a Coleman 2015 16ft. . Christmas Eve 2019 I upgraded to a coachman 24ftFKS which has been absolutely wonderful. I found a beautiful Lot on a lake in Prescott AZ and have decided to park it there and save up for a van to do my traveling. Still alone I find it a lot of work to keep booking and unhooking so my next project is van convert travel. I’m 71 now and when I was deciding to go full time travel I found your website which helped me so much. You are both so fortunate to have found each other, much better than being alone. Maybe one day I will find my travel partner for now I’m happy free, healthy and it was the best decision I ever made, especially in these Covid times. Houses are nice for entertaining and all but I would never go back to that kind of lifestyle. My entertaining is easier barbecue style and a whole lot of fun. BTW new Lucy movie in the making 2021
@petehatzakos 3 жыл бұрын
I do remember seeing your vid from a while back, where you ran out of fuel and drifted to the gas station, in tow no less, and here, you just put it in neutral, and drifted out again. The Gods were looking down on you! Wishing you a Happy Christmas and a Merry Holiday!
@iglapsu88 3 жыл бұрын
I agree. Truck should get priority. Thanks for the tip on mechman!
@bradwilliams4921 3 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear that the new alternator is working out.
@Ranch_Hand_Jeff 3 жыл бұрын
Lithium now. Dilithium in the future. But we'll have to go to the delta quadrant for trilithium. Keep your eyes open for a worm hole so you can get ahead of the game.
@LongLongHoneymoon 3 жыл бұрын
Beam me up!
@Snceday1 2 ай бұрын
I always always have a jumper box and not a hot air intake. Keep stock air intake on
@matzpimp 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info. My camper refrigerator runs 12 volts from the battery so I got the mechman alternator and did the same basic cable hook up. Never would have done it without your guys help. Thanks
@Amer1ca56 3 жыл бұрын
Knoxville area is actually Denso Mfg (DMTN) located in Maryville, TN
@shawnmercercrain9727 2 жыл бұрын
Howdy from Oklahoma! I have similar truck but mine dies when below 15 degrees. The gurus tell me it’s electrical. I’m going to upgrade wiring and battery connections first, then may upgrade alternator. Just replaced it a few years ago with a 110 amp I’m sure.
@herb7877 3 жыл бұрын
Yes you got the GODZILLA of alternators. Well worth the $$$ IMHO. One must be careful when installing a DC to DC charger and using a factory minimum alternator. You can burn them out pretty easily. They have to run constantly and not getting enough cooling time & air. I am a bit surprised that Seemore didn't come with twin alternators. A lot of diesels do. well you shouldn't have any issues now...
@fletcherburke1110 2 жыл бұрын
Loved your pronunciation of China (reminded me of someone who used to live at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue) and your support for "Made in USA."
@airstreamnutsandbolts 3 жыл бұрын
Great video guys. We still may have one fine tune adjustment to make to the system when you get home, but congrats on the ability to charge while towing!
@terencegillespie6675 3 жыл бұрын
Love the mighty white hunter headgear. Thanks for your effort here.
@selbyjones1840 3 жыл бұрын
Just joined... My wife of 51years and I enjoy your videos... I put a solar system on my 31 ft. Class C Motorhome 2007 Four Winds Fun Mover. We tow a 2006 Wrangler. The solar system is a complete system by itself . Have a Large DC converter to charge my two Battle Born Batteries by a inverter if needed and if plugged in power at full hookups it will separately charge them off shore power.. House battery and solar system batteries and separate.. All plugs in rv run off my solar array and solar batteries AC and DC.. Plug in shore power and everything runs off shore power, Some pretty good Cons having it set up like that... Hope to meet you and the wife someday on the road. We have just really started on the 25 day trips last year.. We are both retired and 73 and 68.. Live on East coast of North Carolina.. If you ever head this way , I have a small place on the Pamlico River in NC. Have a Pontoon boat and a larger boat for skiing . Come on over won't cost you a thing, except to get here... Sam and Cindy Jones... (Hm) 919-735-0246
@miketimpe8770 3 жыл бұрын
I love the Star Trek clips. One of my favorite episodes. 👍🏻
@richlondon4661 3 жыл бұрын
Great information to know. I never would have thought about upgrading my truck's alternator if I have electrical problems.
@LongLongHoneymoon 3 жыл бұрын
Yes, especially for those of us with older trucks and 3-phase alternators...
@bobbiedenney1877 3 жыл бұрын
Well, here I sit with my 1/2 inch breaker bar in hand and my Chilton and Haynes In the other hand awaiting the arrival from Ebay of my new MachMan 240 amp alternator. Iv been put afoot for the second time within a week by the Ford dealer in Longmont now I'm taking things into my own hands. Thanks for the recommendation it was just in time to suite my needs.
@LongLongHoneymoon 3 жыл бұрын
We've towed 2000 miles now and had no issues. Working great so far!
@machfive916 3 жыл бұрын
Your trials and tribulations are laying the groundwork for all your subscribers and viewers. This is a great video, and the Star Trek excerpts are hilarious.
@LongLongHoneymoon 3 жыл бұрын
Haha thanks, we do seem to have our fair share of trials! Hopefully we are set with this setup for a while.
@olveramelinda 3 жыл бұрын
Got my 320 mechman today can’t wait to install it. 🤩
@LongLongHoneymoon 3 жыл бұрын
Ours is working great so far.
@BarryandKaren 3 жыл бұрын
You may be OK with that alternator, but most folks don't understand that none of these HD alternators are designed to output their maximum load CONTINUOUSLY. Car/truck alternators are designed to output high loads for relatively short periods of time, after starting the engine or for very short duty cycles. The real issue is HEAT BUILDUP. The alternators can only output a small fraction of their output continuously, before overheating. Usually, a vehicle alternator will produce high amps for top-up a regular lead-acid starter battery, which usually takes only a minute or so, before the battery id back to standard float voltages and with minimal continuous draw. The issue here is that Lithium batteries have very low internal resistance, which means they will take massive current levels (charging current) for as long as they need it before they reach 100% and the BMS/Battery charger cuts the charge. This situation will kill virtually any standard vehicle alternator and will strain even the big, HD alternators. The best alternators that are designed for continuous loads have heat sensors built into them and can actually derate themselves to cut the current levels to avoid burning themselves out. You may be OK as you have only a small 40a current load, as long as that load, together with your vehicle accessories, lights, sound system, etc don't require more current than your HD alternator can provide over many minutes/hours of continuous use.
@kevinwest3689 Жыл бұрын
So does it matter whether or not most folks understand? Information is great but I don't understand the point. Get rid of your stereo system ?do not modify your motor or vehicle? Well it looks like nine people went and bought a factory alternator and your comments save them a lot of trouble. 👍
@JTLeyva Жыл бұрын
I see ppl with 320amp alts and thy system takes for the. That and thy keep up I'm not sure if that goes for now days
@webbphoto2 3 жыл бұрын
Well well, thats a very interesting lesson. Thanks for that info! I'm sure many people will thank you for this info. I haven't gone the solar way yet but if or when I do I will be making sure I get a better alternator! Thanks!
@LongLongHoneymoon 3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@stevekight1955 7 ай бұрын
I believe the Renogy DC to DC chargers pull 50% more than they put out. It's in the Manual.
@jrlong3490 3 жыл бұрын
Loved the Star Trek clips. very creative in your videos. Also learned about a really good alternator brand that I need to look at for my truck. Sean must be a happy gear-head this weekend with another SEC championship and final 4 ahead. Bama - Clemson finals in 3 weeks should be a classic. There, did I just jinx it........
@jimg2894 3 жыл бұрын
Second Best Video EVER! All the videos about Seemore are great, and this one ranks up at the top. My old 6.0L Powerstroke is still getting the job done too, and I like to reward it with the occasional upgrade. Maybe a big alternator will be next. We just upgraded our truck batteries this year and added the high-amp charging cable to the hitch too. Thanks for all you do. Great info for Loloho nation!
@LongLongHoneymoon 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@williamcunningham1586 3 жыл бұрын
I put the DC to DC system as well! Totally worth it and an easy install! I have a 2018 F250, the alternator is managing it well
@LongLongHoneymoon 3 жыл бұрын
Nice! Your 2018 probably has a 6 phase alternator.
@lakorai2 11 ай бұрын
Hooe you did a 4/0 big 3 power wire upgrade under the hood. 370A is a massive amount of current at 14V
@LongLongHoneymoon 11 ай бұрын
Would the upgraded alternator adversely affect the FICM?
@texasproud3332 3 жыл бұрын
Great video I kind of wonder whether the person doing your solar and installing Anderson cable should have determine the power draw at that time and upgraded the alternator then?
@projet2907 3 жыл бұрын
I wonder the same thing!. Weird!!
@dwmcever 3 жыл бұрын
I bought a 3.5KW Inverter generator and put it in the bed of my pickemup. If my RV trailer batteries need charging I'll just fire it up. will run 10 or more hours on a 2 gallon tank. Weebabycamper has solar panels that keep the batteries charged usually. While I can charge from my 90 amp alternator I don't usually. Now I can run a table saw way out by the Barn, too. A big Alternator draws a huge amount of horse power (mileage) from the engine.
@oursomedayisnow3915 3 жыл бұрын
DC to DC is my favorite method to charge lithiums, so fast! Though I'm not a huge fan of Renogy because of support, or lack there of, they do make a decent product. We ran a Sterling (marine grade) 60 Amp unit in our Van, what a beast, and has some kind of voodoo protection circuits for the alternator. my 2nd choice would be a Victron B2B. That Alternator looks awesome, that should be fantastic. mmm should I upgrade our new truck's alternator? we'll see.
@dbbaker8 3 жыл бұрын
Win win glade you got up and going . Old military of me would say 400 amp alt needed when you upgraded early on. Seen many 60 Amp alt go many times due to overload draws. Keep us informed on the performance. I too will be looking to upgrade this spring and glad to hear they are AMERICAN made.
@LongLongHoneymoon 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, yes they seem like top quality units!
@AvengerRVAdventure 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info. I don't have the same set up as you but I do have some extra stereo equipment, a couple compressors and a few do-dads on the dash. I will add it to the to be done list. Thanks for sharing! Steve
@iamhim7718 3 жыл бұрын
Here we ALSO learn how to turn a 4.0 minute story into a 11:34 minute story. The short version: Upgrade your stock alt to a Mechman 370amp. Easily charge aux batteries, and a high quality usa built and warrantied unit.
@LongLongHoneymoon 3 жыл бұрын
KZfaq has got to be the only content platform where some people complain for receiving too much free content. It's interesting. I've never heard anyone complain about TV shows, radio shows, or podcasts in this manner. And you can even adjust the KZfaq playback speed for faster playback. (Of course I've heard people grumble about 3-hour long movies, but that's quite different from a 10-minute vid.)
@mikecanbeatthis724 3 жыл бұрын
I could not agree more. Wayyyyy toooooo longggggg to get to a simple alt upgrade. VERY simple. But hey? At least he replied with a nice, short, to-the-point answ....oooops...nope. just as long and pointless.
@truckcampinglife 3 жыл бұрын
I did this same thing, however I added an isolator to prevent my truck batteries from being discharged.
@mmarchlik2 3 жыл бұрын
With the increased load from the new alternator, did you have to upgrade any wiring with your chassis batteries?
@roseandmiron 3 жыл бұрын
Wow I never new that about the alternators, especially ford alternators..I have a 6.7 350 and I'm not sure what is in there but, now I will do some investigating on that ..thanks Sean, I wouldn't want to be stranded either lol
@japlunkett6789 3 жыл бұрын
Call me with the last 8 of your VIN Monday and I’d be glad to tell you the amperage! 860-945-4915
@kemcgraw 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info. Merry Christmas you two!🎄
@jackiefox5083 3 жыл бұрын
You should think about adding a soliniod or switch to back feed over that charge controler or if easy access you could use a jumper cable, in an emergency situations, you had all that power in the trailer that could have started the truck. Plus it's a great back up when technology gets the best of you, last camp trip of the year inverter was set at 5amp 120 input max. So I could not charge my battery bank and run instant pot.
@paveloleynik2743 Жыл бұрын
Great video!
@richkurtz6053 3 жыл бұрын
Hope you installed new truck batteries, and a DC to DC isolator.
@kenj.8897 3 жыл бұрын
Your on the cutting edge .
@bob_frazier 2 жыл бұрын
Man, that's awesome. And a fun vid.
@mortenthenorwegian2875 3 жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas from Norway. Stay healthy and safe traveling. And remember that an Airstream can look very much like a UFO from above. So I really hope no one up there "messes up" and thinks it's one of their own. Happy Holidays!
@LongLongHoneymoon 3 жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas Morten! You know, I have been to Sweden and Denmark but did not make it over to Norway. Would love to visit someday. When we do I will give you a shout. Cheers!
@mortenthenorwegian2875 3 жыл бұрын
@@LongLongHoneymoon Hi! It was interesting to hear. You are most welcome to come to Norway. You have impressed me many times and are not surprised that you are waiting to visit the best country until last hehe (or hohoho in these times) Cheers !
@alankawaratani1677 3 жыл бұрын
Now you have all the power Have you think put RV refrigerator on electric power to keep food cold?
@herveyforward5956 3 жыл бұрын
Well from a retired Automotive Instructor ,That was a good upgrade. I believe maybe a little bit of overkill but supporting a TN based American Company is a good thing. When you did your upgrade I told my wife “ That reman aftermarket Alternator is probably going to fail” Remanufactured is a alternative for some but I rarely go that route. Lets hold a moment of silence for the death of a kind act. Dan’s Clam stand is up the road from us. I’ll hold a memorial out back where Semore got his transplant years ago. Merry Christmas-
@LongLongHoneymoon 3 жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas! Say hi to Dan is you go to his Clam Stand. The food there was always great!
@herveyforward5956 3 жыл бұрын
@@LongLongHoneymoon were headed there for dinner.
@Augiebracerofam 3 жыл бұрын
Seemore fought to get you to the safety of the park. BTW - you can add a pull handle to the Anderson connector so it will be easier to disconnect. Thanks for sharing and have a great holiday season.
@LongLongHoneymoon 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tip!
@Mario-jr7fb 3 жыл бұрын
Have you upgrade your wiring ? The powerstroke 6.0 have factory wiring gage to fit 110 amp alternator.
@LongLongHoneymoon 3 жыл бұрын
Same wiring.
@badcompany3057 3 жыл бұрын
Good informative vid. I will say, I'm a little surprised the solar/battery installer did not bring this up. Merry Christmas.
@LongLongHoneymoon 3 жыл бұрын
Well, our truck is a bit of a dinosaur. More modern trucks will probably not have this problem.
@williammcnae8989 2 жыл бұрын
Perhaps I'm missing something but is the D+ wire from the charger in the Airstream connected to the ignition post on the alternator or some other fuse that only has power when the vehicle is running? The charger has to detect power in order to operate. Since I don't see a third wire by your Anderson connectors I suspect it is getting power from a wire that is located somewhere in the Airstream. And if the wire is attached to a power source that is on while the vehicle is off and connected to the trailer, it will drain the starter battery In other words, you may have started your shake down cruise with a half dead battery if you hooked everything up the night before you left. Per the manual: "The DC-DC will not power on or operate until the D+ ignition cable is connected to the ignition circuit where it will detect a 12V source to operate ON. The purpose is to toggle the DC-DC switch on when the vehicle is running with the alternator to prevent the DC-DC from operating incorrectly with just the starter battery leaving you with a drained starter battery. Use 18-16AWG copper cable. You may need a multi-meter to test your connections to verify placement of the D+ wire".
@johnmack9319 3 жыл бұрын
More power Scotty more power
@MikeSalsgiver 3 жыл бұрын
Love your videos. Absolutely love 'em. This will help me with my RV -- thank you! Merry Christmas to you both!
@thomasking2021 3 жыл бұрын
Impulse engines upgrade next. That is an awesome upgrade. Truly a game changer for warp speed.
@jimcollins8097 3 жыл бұрын
Just to wet your appetite for a new truck I have new GMC 2500 Gasser with interesting features, probably similar on Ford and Dodge 1. Came with 180 amp but there is option for 2nd 220 amp alternator 2. The computer now manages charging and voltage. If demand at idle is more than available computer will increase engine idle speed as needed to increase amps. If alternator limit is reached computer will drop volts to certain vehicle components to try to balance load. 3. Hot wire to trailer thru factory 7 pin is fused at 30 amps and is hot whether truck on or off. (Several videos out there on how to jumper this circuit over to switched power) 4. Very hard if not impossible to run batt down when off. Most acc's shut off after 10 min. I'm told circuits remaining will shut off before batt volts get too low to start. On the negative side, friend in dealer service dept told me about one of these struck by lightning......and ins co totalled it out.
@rboydsmith1 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent upgrade.
@LongLongHoneymoon 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, it sure is. We have now towed almost 2000 trouble-free miles with our new alternator, always arriving with lithium batts at 100%.
@jameshodgins1937 3 жыл бұрын
More Star Trek please! Nice job.
@RVkidzTV 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great information!
@joycemoses2411 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the information on the alternator! We had our 2003 6.0 Diesel Ford F250 "Bulletproof" in AZ in 2019 per your recommendations...thank you!!!! Merry Christmas!
@danallanson5990 3 жыл бұрын
Wow, you had a very undersized alternator on before. Even my 1995 Mustang GT had a 140A alt in it.
@russellhancock9765 3 жыл бұрын
I wish I had seen this before I had the alternator on My 1998 Expedition rebuilt.
@jayward4600 3 жыл бұрын
Not a cheap alternator but worth it if you need the power. Will probably upgrade our 200 amp Ford F350 in the future.
@dirtroadsailing6418 3 жыл бұрын
I am from the Knoxville area and never had heard of Mechman alternators. I gave you a like for sending some Alabama money our way even though you shamelessly showed that picture of you and Saban.
@LongLongHoneymoon 3 жыл бұрын
If we can make peace with North Korea, I guess I can extend an olive branch to those who wear orange and cheer for the Volunteers. :D Merry Christmas!
@JTLeyva Жыл бұрын
Go to irragy thy have a life time warranty and exchange if you get a new truck
@CharlesinGA 3 жыл бұрын
Understand that the Renogy 40 amp DC/DC unit OUTPUTS up to 40 amps but it can draw as much as 50 amps from the truck due to that fact that it is a Buck/Boost design, it can buck the voltage down, or boost the voltage up, to what is needed, and with internal electrical losses, it needs more than it puts out. I've been looking at the Mechman alternators for a year or so now, and installing a separate cabling system and Anderson connectors, but it will just have to wait. No lithium so its not absolutely needed right now.
@akdonlh9924 3 жыл бұрын
As long as it doesn’t involve the septic system
@greg9323 3 жыл бұрын
Great video sean and thank you for sharing. Merry Christmas to you guys and be safe.
@LongLongHoneymoon 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you too
@bobhewlett3633 3 жыл бұрын
Cool video. Merry Christmas. Travel safe
@MikeJWingert 3 жыл бұрын
Great video! Loved the Star Trek clips! Happy holidays!
@michaelnorman7094 3 жыл бұрын
The Star Trek makes the video :) love the channel !
@trolling4dollars816 3 жыл бұрын
Have you looked into dual alternators? It is very common on marine diesel engines. You have dual batteries in your truck, why not dual alternators?
@LongLongHoneymoon 3 жыл бұрын
I think it's a good idea. At the time I did not realize this was an option. Anyway, everything seems to be working fine now.
@carolynmesser7199 3 жыл бұрын
Thx Sean for the Good info lookin into it 💕💕
@craigrohrer7337 3 жыл бұрын
I went with Alternatorman for my 7.3, they only build alternators. They have a KZfaq video where they tell where all the parts come from. When I called about cable upgrades, it's the voice on the video you'll be speaking with. Not sure where all the Mechman parts come from.
@Rudenutts 6 ай бұрын
I bought a 400amp mechman alternator! Probably worth more than my truck!😂
@LongLongHoneymoon 6 ай бұрын
I think you will be happy with it. Ours is still going strong.
@georgetorres4158 2 жыл бұрын
Sean, I didn't get to finish asking my question, my first time replying to anything. But my question was did you have a second dc to dc charger on your truck for the second battery and did you upgrade your wiring (big 3) like your grounds and charging wires. Any insight on your system would be helpful and greatly appreciated. Thanks George
@Yukonjackman1 3 жыл бұрын
One more safety note The stock wires in your rig might be designed for a maximum current and or the computer might be the same, i would talk to ford just as a safety thing
@AskRemy 3 жыл бұрын
that's not how car electrical works - I've been a 12 volt tech for over 20 years - he simply had too high of power demands - same thing when people add massive sound systems and fail to upgrade their alternator - eventually you will burn it out and the battery will go with it
@Yukonjackman1 3 жыл бұрын
@@AskRemy I was talking about going from a stock alternator to one possible 3 times the output like for instance 22 guage to 12 guage capacity in amps or watts more power equals more heat on wires .
@danterry6328 3 жыл бұрын
Really dig the Star Trek inserts. I have a 2014 350 with a 6.7. I wonder if that’s the alternator that was in your 6.0 and if I should up grade? I have 3 120 amp Zamp solar panels. With AGM batteries. Great vid always informative.
@ronhowes7948 3 жыл бұрын
Very informative, on last trip, noticed my motorhome alternator voltage output was getting a little unusual. Your link to "Patreon" is producing a 404 error on that website, you might want to check it.
@NTZClaw 3 жыл бұрын
When upgrading car electronics it's not a bad idea to go to the car audio crowd. 10,000 watt+ it's fairly common. Do the big-3, it will improve the performance of your electrical system, including alternator, batteries and other accessories!
@NTZClaw 3 жыл бұрын
Dc-to-dc Chargers are also a very good option. Battery isolators including smart battery isolators also. Smart alternators is something that your viewers may want to do a little research on before modifying a charging system such as this on Modern vehicles. Smart alternators senses the temperature under the hood and once it reached a certain amount it cease or decrease the charge. They are designed to charge the vehicle battery only, secondary batteries are not taken into account.
@johnb9526 3 жыл бұрын
Using a 20 amp renergy dc to dc while slower would have probably saved you. However your old replaced alternator got hammered with feeding the beast of batteries banks. You made a good choice however. Our toad battery got hammered on our 2020 to Teton from NJ. Im going to do a similar with the charging of the toad . Break control runs while in tow.
@johnb9526 3 жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas!
@rodgraff1782 2 жыл бұрын
The stock alternator on a six liter truck is the same as that on a Ford Fusion, and is not sufficient for towing a trailer, even with a stock battery. We learned this right after we purchased our trailer. The stock alternator is barely enough to run the truck alone, let alone charging the battery, running the brakes and lights of a trailer. Hope you upgraded your wiring as if something goes amiss, ,you will fry your wiring.
@CITAP1 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Sean, You do have a solenoid between the truck and trailer right? Preferably a smart solenoid that prioritizes the truck batteries. Doing the simple math, your truck at idle will be around 13.1 volts DC and feeding your trailer's 40 amp DC to DC charger so you have a built in limit of 40 charging amps. 13.1V* 40A=540W so at idle your charge meter is showing almost exactly that from the alternator feeding the trailer batteries. Then you have to figure the rest of the active load you're running, especially at night. My 160 amp alternator does a great job charging my truck agm and truck camper 2 agm batteries. Give a holler if you make it up to the Hood River area.
@LongLongHoneymoon 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the input! Maybe see you in Hood River later this year. Cheers!
@CITAP1 3 жыл бұрын
@@LongLongHoneymoon If things in your schedule work out this direction, give me a little advance notice, I can get you setup on my friends ranch. Dump, power, and fresh water available. Get there late March for snows to melt, unhook and there's a ton of sight seeing day trips. Mt Adam's, St Helen's, Mt Hood, and numerous places between.
@eatingoodinthewoods 3 жыл бұрын
Oh, that stinks! Our converter went out on our camper. It was late afternoon and I had the brilliant idea to just plug the camper into the TV and I'd figure out what was wrong in the morning. Woke up and watched the lights go dim. When it occurred to me that it was killing my TV battery, I rushed out to crank it. I tripped face first (I'm handicapped) and I was like a turtle on his back. When I was able to get on my feet, I quickly came to know the battery was done for. Fortunately we were camping with my parents and dad came and jumped me off. Not sure which was worse, killing my battery or flailing about like a caught fish. Ha! Live and learn yea?
@Milesco 3 жыл бұрын
You plugged your camper into your TV???
@eatingoodinthewoods 3 жыл бұрын
@@Milesco tow vehicle
@Milesco 3 жыл бұрын
@@eatingoodinthewoods : Ah. Thanks. :-) (If I may be so bold as to offer some unsolicited advice, may I respectfully suggest that when using an uncommon abbreviation, you spell it out when first using it? That's the general rule according to all major style guides. [E.g., the Chicago Manual of Style, the American Psychological Association (APA)
@dannybryant4440 3 жыл бұрын
You could have installed a DC to DC converter for lots less money and trouble, now you still need the DC to DC converter. everyone you installs Lithium batteries has to do this update or burn up your alternator
@LongLongHoneymoon 3 жыл бұрын
We do have a DC to DC.... sadly we were still having issues.
@TomJones-yt6ke 3 жыл бұрын
Not entirely your fault. Yes your alternator was probably bad or had reduced output and a battery isolator may have helped (not sure about there logic) but I see a design issue with the Renogy DC-DC charger. The specifications for the unit list the LOW VOLTAGE CUT-OUT AT 8V. That is enough to kill your truck battery if left enabled. The Renogy 40 amp model will pull as much as 60 amps from the trucks battery/charging system. So if you alternator is not keeping up, it will drain the battery down to 8 volts before it shuts down. The truck will die before the battery reaches 8 volts.
@LongLongHoneymoon 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your comment. Yes, I put this video out there to share our experience and help others avoid this problem. We have now towed almost 2000 trouble-free miles with our new alternator setup.
@TomJones-yt6ke 3 жыл бұрын
@@LongLongHoneymoon Thanks for sharing this. I have been following you guys for several years now. Been dragging a Travel Trailer all over the country for many years. I am in the process of installing the same Renogy 40 amp charger. I am building a electronic interface to control the enable and current limiting controls and now I will add a low voltage function. I did find a "smart Isolator" (Voltage Sensitive Relay) on Amazon that would protect your truck system from the Renogy charger draining the truck. I believe Renogy should have that protection built into there charger.
@rvvideoswiththomyt5263 3 жыл бұрын
Great information keep it coming! Love the Star trek! Thomyt
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