BOONDOCKING with LITHIUM vs AGM - Which is Better?

Are LITHIUM BATTERIES BETTER for BOONDOCKING with SOLAR? Sharing real life benefits of boondocking with lithium batteries vs AGM lead acid batteries (plus charging setup tips) after full-time boondocking for 90 days with lithium. Choose a topic below:

1:05 Why did I choose Battleborn LiFePO4 Lithium batteries?
2:12 How much did the lithium batteries cost?
3:02 How much do the lithium batteries weigh?
3:32 Lithium vs Lead Acid usable battery capacity?
4:38 Lithium vs Lead Acid battery discharge rate comparison and test (what can you run)?
6:59 Charging Lithium batteries with solar vs AGM/Lead Acid
8:44 Solar charge controller settings for Lithium Batteries
10:11 Charging Lithium batteries on shore power - Converter / Charger for Lithium Batteries (Progressive Dynamics)
12:50 A typical day boondocking with solar and lithium batteries
14:37 Charging lithium batteries from engine alternator

This is a follow up to my lithium battery installation video several months ago when I built a custom battery rack for 4 Battleborn LiFePO4 batteries for my Class C storage compartment. Check it out here if you missed it: https://youtu.be/QhQBEYRG9LY.

EQUIPMENT MENTIONED IN THE VIDEO
Battleborn Lithium Battery (100Ah): https://amzn.to/3ajdmjJ (Affiliate link) or buy direct from https://battlebornbatteries.com/
Progressive Dynamics PD4655LIV Lithium Converter/Charger: https://www.ltdrvparts.com/PROGRESSIVE-DYNAMICS-55-AMP-LITHIUM-CONVERTER-SECTION-PD4655LIV-PD4655LIV.htm

HOW WE CHARGE the BATTLEBORN LITHIUM While DRIVING
https://youtu.be/TDxfRXgQT04

SEE OUR ENTIRE SOLAR/BATTERY SETUP
https://www.rvwithtito.com/articles/our-solar

TOUR OUR OFF-GRID SETUP (pre-lithium)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w5PVFpomIuk

OUR FULL SOLAR PARTS LIST
https://www.rvwithtito.com/parts/rv-solar-power

CHECK OUT MY E-BOOK (100+ Pro RV Boondocking Tips)
https://www.rvwithtito.com/product/100-pro-tips-for-rv-boondocking/

MORE ABOUT THIS VIDEO
We’ve been snowbirding in Arizona for three months now primarily boondocking on BLM land or attending week long events where we’ve dry camped the entire time.

WHY DID I CHOOSE BATTLEBORN LITHIUM BATTERIES?
I did NOT want to build my own lithium battery pack: I was looking for a reputable ready-to-go drop in solution with these characteristics:

1) At least 400 Amp Hours in a form factor that fit my small class C storage compartment
2) Built in high quality BMS with all the safeguards (not external BMS)
3) Long life (10+ years)
4) Long warranty (7-10 years)
5) Zero maintenance

After evaluating several brands, sizes, reviews I decided to go with Battleborn.

WHAT ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT WAS NEEDED?
My RV was already set up for boondocking and off-grid use. I did have to replace my Converter/Charger which was not lithium compatible (see below). Removing the AGM batteries and replacing them with 4 x 100 Amp Hour Battleborn 12 volt batteries was the most significant part of the project.

CHARGING FROM SOLAR: My programmable Victron Solar Charge controllers were already compatible with lithium. There were minimal adjustments needed. Here are the recommended settings from Battleborn.
https://battlebornbatteries.com/programming-a-victron-smartsolar-charge-controller/

#rvwithtito #rvsolar #boondocking

CHARGING FROM SHORE POWER - Converter Charger Upgrade required: I replaced my multi-stage Progressive Dynamics converter charger with the PD4655LIV lithium compatible model. Here’s where I got it: https://www.ltdrvparts.com/PROGRESSIVE-DYNAMICS-55-AMP-LITHIUM-CONVERTER-SECTION-PD4655LIV-PD4655LIV.htm

Lithium chargers compatible with Battleborn batteries: https://battlebornbatteries.com/charger-compatibility-table/

This video also addresses these topics: Lithium battery upgrade, lithium battery upgrade for rv, Agm to lithium conversion, battleborn lithium rv batteries, converter charger for lithium batteries, lithium rv batteries, rv solar.

DISCLAIMER
The opinions expressed in our videos are our own or from a contributor. Before taking on any project or making a large purchase, we recommend you do your own research and consult a professional for advice. We are NOT liable for any damage to your RV or injury incurred as a result of following our tips, advice or instructions. We are not RV professionals or certified technicians. We are simply RV owners who work on our own RVs and have a desire to share what we learn with others. Be responsible and know your limits.

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