Potential converter problem

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   I ran a 12V source from spare fuse in converter.  Didn't tap into any existing line.  Run wire from source and ground, add fuse, mount voltmeter - done.

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mcarter Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 07 Apr 2016 Location: Greenbrier, TN Online Status: Offline Posts: 3419	Topic: Potential converter problem Posted: 19 Jun 2018 at 1:52am
	I ran a 12V source from spare fuse in converter. Didn't tap into any existing line. Run wire from source and ground, add fuse, mount voltmeter - done.
	Mike Carter 2015 178 " I had the right to remain silent, I just didn't have the ability."

lgblau Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 09 Feb 2018 Location: Arizona Online Status: Offline Posts: 140	Posted: 18 Jun 2018 at 7:29pm
	Thanks for the info Mike. I will get a 12volt meter. Is the a best location to tap into a 12 volt line.
	Leonard🌵 2017/179 2017 Ram 1500

mcarter Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 07 Apr 2016 Location: Greenbrier, TN Online Status: Offline Posts: 3419	Posted: 18 Jun 2018 at 3:40pm
	Hey Bro. I have a digital voltmeter mounted in trailer. But simple. Attach a voltmeter to your battery. With trailer connected to shore power. If it is need of charge it will indicate the "Bulk" mode, somewhere around 14V and you may hear the converter fan running. It may be close to charge then it should be around 13.6V and that is the normal mode (Absorbtion). A properly charged and maintained battery will after some time move to the "Float" mode, around 13.1 V, it's just maintaining charge and it will remain there with no significant battery uses. If you are staying on shore power a properly maintained battery will never be in the "Bulk" mode. So end of the day, plug into shore power and watch the batter go thru the 3 stage charging loop. You can periodically check battery voltage with voltmeter and get an idea where your at in cycles. Make sense.
	Mike Carter 2015 178 " I had the right to remain silent, I just didn't have the ability."

lgblau Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 09 Feb 2018 Location: Arizona Online Status: Offline Posts: 140	Posted: 18 Jun 2018 at 10:12am
	Goog Morning mcarter. I just now came across the posts about converter issues. Being behind the 8 ball when it come to rv electrical stuff, I do not know how to check the “battery float”. Can you help. Thanks.
	Leonard🌵 2017/179 2017 Ram 1500

GLBCamper Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 30 Jun 2015 Location: Oregon Online Status: Offline Posts: 274	Posted: 09 Jun 2018 at 9:21pm
	Also installed the PD 4655 in my 2016. OEM WFCO started making a lot fan noise and I decided not to wait for a complete fail. It’s quite easy to install and it comes with a control board that has the button to force it into boost mode. I just had to cut the cover a bit to expose it, so the pendant is really redundant. I’ve never found an instance where I needed to force it into boost anyway.
	Old: 2014 177 HRE 2015 Tacoma V6 4x4 Double Cab New: 2016 EVO ATS 200rd 2016 F150 4x4 Sport

Lear111 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Groupie Joined: 20 Oct 2016 Location: Montgomery, tx Online Status: Offline Posts: 66	Posted: 09 Jun 2018 at 8:30pm
	I will report the first progressive 4655 I installed recently made an electronic noise similar to a computer hard drive when the lights were off. 1 LED light turned on it would be silent. Called the company and they were aware of the problem with some units immediately sent out a replacement and this one works. The pendant is not worth it. It uses a series of light flashes to advise what mode it is in, and you can force it into its max charge of 14.4 volts but not recommended A voltmeter is the best verification of its mode and its operation.

TheBum Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 26 Feb 2016 Location: Texas Online Status: Offline Posts: 1407	Posted: 23 May 2018 at 11:19am
	Did anyone get the remote for the Progressive? Is it worth $15?
	Alan 2022 R-Pod 196 "RaptoRPod" 2022 Ram 1500 Lone Star 4x4 Three cats

Lear111 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Groupie Joined: 20 Oct 2016 Location: Montgomery, tx Online Status: Offline Posts: 66	Posted: 22 May 2018 at 8:27pm
	Thank you everyone. Great information and I will order the progressive tomorrow. I encourage a voltmeter installation to all.
	Steve Lexus GX460 R-pod 180 2017 1 black lab

Davidb Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Visit Members Homepage Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 07 Jun 2017 Location: Louisiana Online Status: Offline Posts: 15	Posted: 22 May 2018 at 8:22pm
	I replaced my failed WFCO on my 2018 180 within a month of purchase with the Progressive Dynamics PD 4655 TV from Wildkat Power (Best Power) 888 828 1893. I sent the original WFCO back and it was replaced with a new one, kept as spare. The Progessive 4655 also failed due to a broken lead on a component, installed the WFCO. I returned the Progressive to Best Power and was sent a replacement immediately. Carried it as spare, they are a very good company to deal with The replacement WFCO failed yesterday in Colorado no D.C. Output at all. I swapped it out with the spare Progressive Dynamics, all good. I would recommend at the least to carry a battery charger to salvage your trip and as I do carry a spare converter also. The Progressive Dynamics unit is very well made, I'll keep my fingers crossed on this one. Not sure if I can get the failed WFCO replaced again under warranty. David
	David

flat6s Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Groupie Joined: 21 Mar 2016 Location: Burlington, Ind Online Status: Offline Posts: 84	Posted: 22 May 2018 at 6:13pm
	I went thru 2 WFCO converters in my 2017 180. I installed the Progressive Dynamic unit, myself, with help from furpod. Well worth the effort. No more converter problems.