Chris Lusk
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Camping in the Shenandoah Mountains
We were able to spend the holiday weekend camping in the Shenandoah mountains with beautiful weather a little bit of rain the first night but overall a great time.
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Make your own A/C Window Vent for camping
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How to make your own window vent for your A/C unit when you go camping this can be used for any mobile AC unit. I have the Ecoflow Wave 2 but this can apply to any mobile AC unit. Supplies 1. 1/4 inch plywood 2. a.co/d/gJhNakw 3. Spray paint
Discovering Virginia mountains through camping
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Exploring some of the Virginia mountains and spend a night. I was able to try out the new Snow Peak fire pit.
Unexpected Storm: Crabtree Falls Trail Adventure
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We decided to spend a weekend over at Crabtree Falls to explore some off-road trails near the area. We did not expect the weather to turn out the way it did. It was nonstop raining when we got there and then the wind picked up overnight and through the day. Trees were starting to fall over so we had to, do a little bit exploring and get back home. I do plan on returning sometime in the fall and...
Say goodbye to that ticking noise! H-Calory Diesel heater review
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Going over some pros and cons with the H-Calory diesel heater. Trying out a new pump for the diesel heater to quiet it down. HCALORY - a.co/d/hHaznXu WAYSKA fuel pump- a.co/d/ecd8m11 CUZEC Heavy-Duty 14AWG 20A Male Plug Cigarette Lighter Adapter - a.co/d/etdmI8E
Install DC to DC Charger to charge your power station fast while on the move with no solar panels.
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This is a part two of the video that I put on UA-cam on how to charge your power stations fast while on the move without using solar panels. In this video, it goes through the insulation part of how I installed it. Victron Energy Orion 12/24-Volt 20 amp DC-DC Converter - www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01BF5BU20/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 10Pack Battery Terminal Cover - www.ama...
Exploring some off-road trails in the Blue Ridge mountains of Virginia
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We decided to do a little bit of exploring on some off-road trails in the Blue Ridge Mountains. We went during the daytime with the Jeep wrangler, and we decided to come back and try out another trail at night with the Jeep and the Nissan.
The Snowy Adventure: Camping by the River
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Decided to go camping for New Year's Eve. We traveled a little bit into Tennessee and ended up near the George Washington national Forest in Virginia.
Uncovering South Carolina's Hidden Adventure: SCAR
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Exploring some of the South Carolina adventure route and finding some places to camp at for a couple days.
How to charge your power station fast while on the move and without solar panels.
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Charging your power station fast by using a DC to DC converter. Victron Energy Orion 12/24-Volt 20 amp DC-DC Converter Non-Isolated, High Power ZkeeShop XT60i to O Ring Terminal Cable,More Than 8A,12AWG Extension Cable XT60i Female to O Ring Connector XT60i-f Compatible with Lipo Batterie (1.5M/5FT) There is a insulation video that I posted a few weeks later this is the link for that  ua-cam.c...
Camping at George Washington & Jefferson National Forest
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We decided to check out some of the trails at the George Washington & Jefferson National Forest, and found a really nice campsite to spend the night.
Eonon Antenna Fix on BMW E46
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Problems with Eonon stereo not fitting in the dash due to antenna being to long. How to fix the problem. Use Metra 40-EU55 Antenna Adapter for European Cars. You can find it at Amazon.com or Ebay. www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_1_11?url=search-alias=aps&field-keywords=metra 40 eu55&sprefix=metra 40 eu,aps,212

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  • @AlternativeEnergyNC
    @AlternativeEnergyNC 11 днів тому

    just tie it into the accessory power….then it turns off when the car is not running. 🤷🏽‍♂️

    • @chrislusk2189
      @chrislusk2189 8 днів тому

      It depends on your application for instance with me I have it wired up to my switch panel as you see and there are certain things like lights that are connected to that panel that I need to access without the ignition being turned on.

  • @andyparks6120
    @andyparks6120 20 днів тому

    where is that? You can tell me.

  • @joanarnold9498
    @joanarnold9498 22 дні тому

    Had to laugh at Sukanya laying on the couch with the dog and then the peace sign! 😄

  • @nns353
    @nns353 24 дні тому

    Hi Chris, quick question using Victron 12v dc to dc converter 30A in my minivan with OEM alternator which is probably 150amps can it damage alternator or starter battery since this will place load on it? or should I reduce the 30amp max to lower number, just want to know your thoughts. Thank you.

    • @chrislusk2189
      @chrislusk2189 7 днів тому

      I have mine turned down just a quarter of a turn and my alternator has been holding it fine but every vehicle is different. I know with mine when it’s on the alternator is still pushing 14 V to the battery.

  • @F_GDiary
    @F_GDiary Місяць тому

    Nice… very helpful!

  • @tonyinfinity
    @tonyinfinity Місяць тому

    Why not just use an inverter? Before someone says "you lose efficiency", who cares the engine is running. I use a 1000W inverter and change the charge rate in the APP to lower it a bit so the inverter isn't running on full. It has a remote switch shut off too. So now I also have 2 AC plugs in the truck and it has USB plugs too for $64

  • @Richardi-s3w
    @Richardi-s3w Місяць тому

    First one to explain the earth connections and what's going on there. Thank you and well done.

  • @Wijkkie
    @Wijkkie Місяць тому

    Hi Chris, I have bought it and build it in my car ( with Smart alternator ) as you said. It works perfect and it puts out 500 Watts !

    • @chrislusk2189
      @chrislusk2189 Місяць тому

      Great to hear! Thank you for sharing. I'm glad it works.

  • @nns353
    @nns353 Місяць тому

    Hi Chris, Excellent video with clear easy to understand instructions. Thank you!!

  • @annwithaplan9766
    @annwithaplan9766 Місяць тому

    Good job. I saw them being sold online, but they're WAY too expensive. I have the same Ecoflow unit, but I use mine in my bedroom because I didn't want an a/c in the window. I used a piece of styrofoam and only put one hole in it for the heat exhaust tube. No sense in pulling hot air in if I don't have to.

    • @chrislusk2189
      @chrislusk2189 Місяць тому

      Yes, I seen a few comments where they’re only using one of the holes for the exhaust. I am going to make another one I wanna try that out and see the what kind of difference it makes.

  • @dracwula
    @dracwula Місяць тому

    I would spread the intake / exhaust far apart having exhaust at higher side of window. To avoid circulating back into intake. Heat naturally goes upward, cool air stays at lower side. It done right efficiency of these portable. Accommodate with descent size fan to reduce the power needed to run the AC

  • @Ahmad433
    @Ahmad433 Місяць тому

    Hi Chris can you guide if this system can work with Anker Solix C1000 ? It has the capacity for 600W solar charge, I appreciate what you do thank you for putting out this useful information in a much much clear way.

    • @chrislusk2189
      @chrislusk2189 Місяць тому

      Yes, it should work. It may be a different solar plug that you will need because I know there’s so many different types.

    • @usifal-nuaimi3262
      @usifal-nuaimi3262 16 днів тому

      Hi did you tried it on solix C1000? Please let me know

  • @aspeler22
    @aspeler22 Місяць тому

    I shot mine through the moon roof with supports like yours with some foam board insulation to keep the cool in and heat out. Additionally, it's not as easy to break in or to be as noticeable to others, even when I'm not there. It's also out of the way of the front seat. It's on the console and there is also less conduit going in/out so as not to heat the 4Runner when using my EchoFlow Wave 2.

  • @Fourax
    @Fourax Місяць тому

    Why did you put the intake outside ??? put it inside ! You're taking hot air from the outside to cooldown your car, if you put it inside, you're gonna take the "cold" air to cooldown the inside, it's gona work betther !

    • @chrislusk2189
      @chrislusk2189 Місяць тому

      I was just going by what the instructions are telling me to do but you make a good point and I will try that out. Thank you.

    • @diex101
      @diex101 Місяць тому

      Then you’re venting the cool air and pulling hot air in. That defeats the entire purpose

  • @sidneyking11
    @sidneyking11 Місяць тому

    I was thinking what if it rains? maybe you can add a dryer vent adapter that has a flap built in it and a cover. Add it on the end of the hose that exits the window. Just a thought.

    • @chrislusk2189
      @chrislusk2189 Місяць тому

      I have an awning that comes out and it covers it. But yes, that would work also.

  • @aarondcmedia9585
    @aarondcmedia9585 Місяць тому

    Your process is methodical and makes for a good fit. Thank you for sharing.

  • @ChuckNorris01
    @ChuckNorris01 Місяць тому

    Is it possible or recommended to run the negative back to the battery terminal?

  • @ojc147
    @ojc147 2 місяці тому

    Nice system and great walk through. Thanks so much.

  • @cristopherandino3000
    @cristopherandino3000 2 місяці тому

    This os exactly what I need to complement my 200W solar panels. The only question is, how do I charge my ecoflow since I'm already using the solar plug?

  • @mannyfragoza9652
    @mannyfragoza9652 2 місяці тому

    Does the DC to DC controller put out a constant 20 amps or does it very with the load? I want to try this hooked up to my Ecoflow Mini but the max input is 10 Amps

    • @chrislusk2189
      @chrislusk2189 Місяць тому

      You can change the output on the DC to DC convertor and no as long you have one thing plug in at a time it will not fluctuate.

  • @Step-n-Wolf
    @Step-n-Wolf 2 місяці тому

    Cigarette adapter is limited to 8a, solar is limited to 15a. There is also a resistor that can be added that forces the receptacle to 15a.

    • @chrislusk2189
      @chrislusk2189 Місяць тому

      Nice, I may have to look into that...

  • @outzidethabox
    @outzidethabox 2 місяці тому

    I have this setup and it’s a life saver!

  • @MrProooosit
    @MrProooosit 2 місяці тому

    Hello! Good movie, a little question am i thinking right about how many amp it take, 433watt diveded with 12 = 36,08ah so if i run it on 24v i get less watt Into EcoFlow but it take less ah from car but faster than a 12v plug, not sure how much amps I can take from the car but good to be able to adjust. Think i first need to uppgradera my little Tiny 12v battery :) Have a good day, Best regards Mrproooosit from Sweden

  • @weida6055
    @weida6055 2 місяці тому

    it support ecoflow delta one or not ?

  • @weida6055
    @weida6055 2 місяці тому

    both 410 W, why DC24V charge faster

  • @FlewTheCoop
    @FlewTheCoop 2 місяці тому

    Fellow, thank you for this. Quite a bit if work went into this.

  • @damiansmith391
    @damiansmith391 3 місяці тому

    If you have dual batt. Do you still need to turn on the car to be able to charge?

    • @chrislusk2189
      @chrislusk2189 2 місяці тому

      I only have a single battery and yes, while you using the converter, make sure the engine is running. That is very important because it will kill your battery.

    • @damiansmith391
      @damiansmith391 2 місяці тому

      @@chrislusk2189 but if you have dual battery, the main battery shouldnt drain out right? If u dont turn on the engine

    • @chrislusk2189
      @chrislusk2189 2 місяці тому

      @@damiansmith391 it depends on the size of the battery, but without the alternator running, it will probably kill the second battery because it does pull a lot of power. This devices is made to run off of the alternator, not a standalone battery. As of your primary battery as long as it's not connected to the secondary battery, no it won't kill your primary battery.

    • @damiansmith391
      @damiansmith391 2 місяці тому

      @@chrislusk2189 because i thought you can messed up your alternator if you have 2 batteries powering it. Plus your power station charging which pulling power from the bettery.

  • @atorbtech
    @atorbtech 3 місяці тому

    There is a reason the current is limited to 8A for the Car socket. If yoiu draw more power then the car's circuitry will get fried.

  • @Firefly-101
    @Firefly-101 3 місяці тому

    Funny I would think just a simple inverter maybe a 1000w would work but instead connecting to the AC port? The Unit will think it is connected to the AC and would charge at an even higher rate. I have no idea what the AMP rating for solar is for this unit, but if its 800watts and you use a 20amp and if it is a 10-15amp you could be on borrowed time?

  • @vallejoborncalihasbecomeal9022
    @vallejoborncalihasbecomeal9022 3 місяці тому

    Wouldn't a good quality pure sign wave inverter do the same thing?

    • @chrislusk2189
      @chrislusk2189 2 місяці тому

      Yes, but that's not what I have

  • @ChuckNorris01
    @ChuckNorris01 3 місяці тому

    Thanks so much I needed this install video. I definitely would have caught my only truck car on fire. I really liked the double switch and agree not pulling over just to flip off the rear switch after the ecoflow is full. What gauge wire did you use from the battery to the back? And link?

    • @chrislusk2189
      @chrislusk2189 2 місяці тому

      I used six gauge wire. I purchased a kit off of Amazon

  • @rockcrusher4636
    @rockcrusher4636 3 місяці тому

    Excellent, thank you so much. Cheers.

  • @medinas25
    @medinas25 3 місяці тому

    This set up damaged my ecoflow max2000 xt60 input. I only had 340watts input at the time. Have you had any issues?

    • @chrislusk2189
      @chrislusk2189 2 місяці тому

      No has never damaged anything it can take in a total of 400 W through the solar input unfortunately there may have been an issue with yours. I’ve been running it this way for close to two years now.

  • @dyslectische
    @dyslectische 3 місяці тому

    You do need this? Its have mppt beult in that can handel 22volt and up. So you do not need dc to dc . A mppt do the same like a dc to dc. Stupid

  • @xzinx
    @xzinx 3 місяці тому

    A useless problem thats easily solved with out spending money 😂😂, eco flow already charges really fast, even if you forget to charge the night before leaving to camp, just plug it in 1 hour before you leave, it should charge up to 90-100%, then you plug the car charger thats included to top off , see 0$ spent 😂😂😂

    • @chrislusk2189
      @chrislusk2189 2 місяці тому

      Apparently, you have never camped out more than one night at a time. The car adapter that it comes with is a extremely slow charge and it will take a whole day to fully charge that battery and that's if you're not using it at all and why would you do that risking killing the car battery?

    • @xzinx
      @xzinx 2 місяці тому

      @@chrislusk2189 yes i have i overland, thats why i said its useless problem with useless solution

  • @Energy_69
    @Energy_69 3 місяці тому

    You were great, I saw many videos trying to explain the same thing , but I couldn’t understand what they were saying,..while you were showing every step of the way in detail by walking us through,..very good 👍,..thank you

  • @edtoptop
    @edtoptop 3 місяці тому

    I just… don’t understand all of these dc to dc converter videos. I get 800w from my 1000w inverter straight into my delta 2 no problem. What the hell is everyone doing wrong?$90 inverter 800w people… don’t need this stupid xt60 connector or a dc to dc . Just hook an inverter to the car battery and plug the dang thing in why is this so hard?

    • @bohitilife
      @bohitilife 3 місяці тому

      What inverter do you use? Is it pure sine wave? Some inverters don’t work with Ecoflow.

    • @ChuckNorris01
      @ChuckNorris01 3 місяці тому

      I’d like 800w what inverter did you use?

    • @diskartihannatin2447
      @diskartihannatin2447 3 місяці тому

      One day you'll understand why, 😂 I'm still using an inverter for my Nintendo switch, because the available car charger with PD capability is too hot to power the console on dock mode.😅

    • @edtoptop
      @edtoptop 3 місяці тому

      @@bohitilife I used the korkie 1000w yes its pure sine wave. all pure sine inverters work with ecoflow lmao... electrical is electrical

    • @edtoptop
      @edtoptop 3 місяці тому

      @@diskartihannatin2447 what do you mean? That makes no sense? by what you said isn't the inverter the better choice? Of course I wouldn't recommend running anything off your car alternator at 800w for prologed periods but the ecoflow thing and dc to dc puts the same exact load on your alternator regaurdless

  • @freespirit5944
    @freespirit5944 3 місяці тому

    Why not just use an inverter like 1000w dc to ac instead. It would charge with up to 900 watts despite the conversation energy loss which would cut the charging time almost in half.

    • @Justin-C
      @Justin-C 3 місяці тому

      You're not necessarily wrong, but DC -> AC -> DC is lossy/inefficient.. and a device like this might be used in situations where efficiency is important.

  • @chambpain
    @chambpain 3 місяці тому

    Hi Chris as per my last comment I have now installed my kit following your good clear install video I am getting 450 watts when I start the car.. Thank you for making it an easy project..👍👍

  • @chambpain
    @chambpain 4 місяці тому

    Great video very clear I have ordered the same from Amazon and will fit it next week.. Thank you...👍

  • @volleyballDave
    @volleyballDave 4 місяці тому

    Ecoflow has a new product for charging Delta 2 series power stations from a car alternator. The Ecoflow 800watt Alternator Charger. Charges at up to 800watts per hour. And the new product doesnt have issues with getting too hot. Pecron has a competing product that works with almost all power stations and charges at upto 500watts per hour. The victron unit here was one of the first plug n play units for faster charging, I think the victron charges at upto 400watts or there abouts per hour.

  • @SolarMinerPH
    @SolarMinerPH 4 місяці тому

    I think there is no special wiring done on the cigarette charging cable, the ecoflow only limits the charging to 100w if the voltage detected is below a set voltage maybe 14v and if the voltage is around 24v it will charge it faster.

  • @NMIBUBBLE
    @NMIBUBBLE 4 місяці тому

    Better video of your last one 5 months ago, it explains a little bit more! Great Video! I'd probably get some hard core mats instead of carpet just incase of spark for some reason, just a thought. Nice set up! Now make a video making them bullet proof from EMP! :) Lets GO!

  • @NMIBUBBLE
    @NMIBUBBLE 4 місяці тому

    This is what happens when you do research on a product you buy on eBay or amazon. There is an inverter that you can buy for it that you put inside your vehicle that charges it faster, also if you want a solar panel look for a 400 watt one, knowing your current and voltages is a thing. :) Sounds like you learned from experience. Well done

  • @tomdemeo2708
    @tomdemeo2708 4 місяці тому

    I’m thinking of doing a temporary emergency set up from your first video. Battery to fuse and turn off yellow switch. In an emergency I will have a jumper to the inverter and charge EcoFlow if needed. All without a permanent mounting in the vehicle.

  • @qaaronrodgers2479
    @qaaronrodgers2479 4 місяці тому

    Fake and ghey. Blocked

  • @xraykadiddlehopper8067
    @xraykadiddlehopper8067 4 місяці тому

    👍 thanks for this.

  • @xraykadiddlehopper8067
    @xraykadiddlehopper8067 5 місяців тому

    Correction, you said the adjuster is 20-30v? It is 12-30v 😊 Also where is the install demonstration??

    • @chrislusk2189
      @chrislusk2189 4 місяці тому

      No, for this particular unit, the adjustment is between 20 to 30 V also I did put together a insulation video a few weeks later you can find it here ua-cam.com/video/C9q2Bp0hmBk/v-deo.htmlsi=Ka4tN3BimuPNaR2i

    • @xraykadiddlehopper8067
      @xraykadiddlehopper8067 4 місяці тому

      @@chrislusk2189 So what you’re saying is on that 12/24v unit 20v is the minimum voltage coming out you’ve seen with a meter? I guess that makes sense 👍

  • @NigelS-vx6zm
    @NigelS-vx6zm 5 місяців тому

    Hi could you please tell me if this DC to DC converter is compatible with a smart alternator and an AMG battery and is 1 800Ah battery enough?

    • @chrislusk2189
      @chrislusk2189 4 місяці тому

      You may have to do a little bit more research into that, but from my understanding people who have the smart alternator can still use the same set up as long as you ground it to the chassis like I did and that grounded to the battery

    • @NigelS-vx6zm
      @NigelS-vx6zm 4 місяці тому

      Thank you

  • @NigelS-vx6zm
    @NigelS-vx6zm 5 місяців тому

    Is this DC to DC converter compatible with a smart alternator and an AMG stop start battery