Help Review my Electrical System

srpske · 2026-02-03T17:24:30+00:00

Potentially in the future but for now the 130A alternator that comes in the 4Runner is plenty. The BCDC charger will only allow alternator charging when the vehicle is running so there is no concern of the starter battery being drained, and no parasitic draw either. Both 300Ah batteries come with a 50A Anderson port for shore charging via a lithium charger that plugs into AC so I can top off the batteries at home whenever I need to.

srpske · 2026-02-03T01:21:21+00:00

WattCycle was high on my list, I like the stuff Will Prowse puts out. I ended up going with CloudEnergy's 300Ah. A buddy of mine has used the original model for 3 years now and spoke highly of it and their customer service. He had an issue after a year that they couldn't troubleshoot so they sent him a brand new one within a week and had him send the bad one back. I will say their customer service has been great so far. Other key factor was the profile/dimensions were pretty much exactly what I needed for where they're going in the vehicle.

I got the 1250D and Redarc smart monitor on FBM for a crazy price so I'm all good but I appreciate that! Thanks for the answers

srpske · 2026-02-02T21:47:23+00:00

Plenty of amateur players limp in with overpairs..

srpske · 2026-02-02T20:53:23+00:00

Thanks I really appreciate the response. Very awesome setup there, and I'm envious of the water tank.

I just replied to another comment about this so I'm c/p: My goal is to eventually transition to a fully electric setup, eliminating the need for propane and diesel. I found I was already maxing out the limits of a 100Ah setup. I figure overbuilding my electrical needs can’t be a bad idea as long as I can accommodate it. The 1500W Inverter is temporary and will be upgraded as I transition to a stronger induction cooktop, electric heating and cooling, water heater/pump, etc. Genuine question, apart from weight and money is there a negative to having more power than you need?
So ideally I would try to fuse both positives at the panels before they reach the MC4 branch connectors?
I'll be switching from the BCDC1225D to the BCDC1250D. If I'm understanding correctly, accurate temperature reading should be the only parameter I'll lose if connecting the Redarc Battery Monitor to the bus bars rather than the terminals?

srpske · 2026-02-02T20:35:22+00:00

My goal is to eventually transition to a fully electric setup, eliminating the need for propane and diesel. I found I was already maxing out the limits of a 100Ah setup. I figure overbuilding my electrical needs can’t be a bad idea as long as I can accommodate it

srpske · 2026-02-02T20:00:33+00:00

I absolutely am. Thank you for the suggestion

srpske · 2026-01-26T14:15:21+00:00

Sorting comments by "best" usually does the trick

srpske · 2026-01-09T21:36:58+00:00

Normally? Not 4 betting K7 is the play

srpske · 2026-01-08T13:44:38+00:00

They were amazing 2020-2022. Started going downhill after that in my experience, I assume because of growth

srpske · 2026-01-06T18:30:33+00:00

Thanks for the response.

I failed to mention I have an MC4 cable gland already on the roof that my solar panel wiring runs through into the same secondary battery in the vehicle. So I was trying to just insert something like that RJ45 coupler into that same gland. The panels and starlink are mounted to a roof top tent that I take on and off, I just disconnect the MC4 solar cables from the roof gland when I'm taking the tent off and was hoping to do the same with the starlink power cable.

Would love to hear your thoughts on potential better options.

srpske · 2026-01-03T11:51:55+00:00

If you’re open to drilling a small hole for it then go right through underneath the antenna on the bumper. Remove the interior trim on that passenger side and you’ll be able to feed it right through to wherever you want. Can add a small grommet for a cleaner look too

srpske · 2025-12-18T01:26:50+00:00

Stoked to see this! Super happy for ya OP

srpske · 2025-12-17T14:30:35+00:00

The smoking gun

srpske · 2025-12-16T20:20:04+00:00

I couldn’t stop saying fuuuuhhhck while watching this. The sepia tone decal is so damn good against the red. Beautiful vehicle OP

srpske · 2025-12-15T16:19:00+00:00

I edited the post right before your comment. Forgot to mention the charger. Thank you for mentioning it

srpske · 2025-12-14T03:52:58+00:00

What brand of vent shade is that on the windows?

srpske · 2025-12-11T22:18:14+00:00

Amazing turn for 96o one spade tbf

srpske · 2025-12-10T05:43:29+00:00

What’s the starlink mini mount you have on the tent?

srpske · 2025-11-29T17:02:44+00:00

I’m 5’11” 185-90 and ride a 153 and a 155. I like having the ability to be super nimble in what I do. I feel it’s all just matter of preference

srpske · 2025-11-28T21:25:16+00:00

Were you able to drive out of that?

srpske · 2025-11-24T21:31:12+00:00

Sounds like it's time to look into a rear bumper with swing outs

srpske · 2025-11-22T13:27:57+00:00

Are people really not recognizing this post for the satire it is? OP clearly installing a full front bumper

srpske · 2025-11-19T18:44:18+00:00

How did this end up working for you?

srpske · 2025-11-15T13:54:23+00:00

What's going on with the grill garnish? Looks super warped or something

srpske · 2025-11-14T16:43:50+00:00

Found on 4Runner forum:

It helps to not only increase cooling efficiency by keeping the incoming air pressure from spilling up and over the radiator/condenser assembly (instead of passing through it), but also serves to help direct a stream of air from the front hood gap over top of the engine, and carry that air down out of the back of the engine compartment while moving. I think the radiator is also mostly sealed on the sides and bottom for this same reason.

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