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photoleif · 06-01-2006, 08:21 PM

followup lessons learned and observations:

1) the spring catches tend to loosen a bit when i 4-wheel, and if i wanted to fix this, i'd need to use hinges and a latch instead. it's not a big issue, but it's a bit annoying.

2) so far, no issues with the dual-optima setup. the internal resistances of the batteries are identical, and the charging rates seem very similar. i've had no heat buildup or outgassing. the voltages tend to equalize adequately. the starter right now is at 12.56v and the deep-cycle is at 12.91v. given that they shipped at 13.44v each i'm not too concerned. i'm thinking of getting a panel voltage readout to keep an eye on the deep-cycle anyway, so if it gets a bit high, i can turn it off and start using it.

3) the 3" memory-foam mattress is awesome, and knox foam is a winner of a company. i went cheaper with the foam elsewhere, but got the mattress cover from knox foam. great guys, highly recommended.

4) the forward compartments tend to not get used a lot since they're hard to get into with the mattress on top. i find myself kind of wishing i had my toolboxes somewhere more convenient, but that more convenient space is used by other stuff.

5) the painless wiring system is indeed painless. if you get one you'll see that you don't have to exactly follow their instructions concerning the order, but most everything does have to be completed. no missing parts...always good.

6) getting in and out of the back with the platform in it sometimes results in hitting the interior light. if yours is mounted in the rear, below the third brake light, be careful or you'll hit it with whatever... back, hip, head.

7) i still haven't figured out a proper spot to use for the tie-downs for the water jugs.

06-01-2006, 08:21 PM	#28 (permalink)
photoleif Contributing Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: 39.995, 105.119 Posts: 643	followup lessons learned and observations: 1) the spring catches tend to loosen a bit when i 4-wheel, and if i wanted to fix this, i'd need to use hinges and a latch instead. it's not a big issue, but it's a bit annoying. 2) so far, no issues with the dual-optima setup. the internal resistances of the batteries are identical, and the charging rates seem very similar. i've had no heat buildup or outgassing. the voltages tend to equalize adequately. the starter right now is at 12.56v and the deep-cycle is at 12.91v. given that they shipped at 13.44v each i'm not too concerned. i'm thinking of getting a panel voltage readout to keep an eye on the deep-cycle anyway, so if it gets a bit high, i can turn it off and start using it. 3) the 3" memory-foam mattress is awesome, and knox foam is a winner of a company. i went cheaper with the foam elsewhere, but got the mattress cover from knox foam. great guys, highly recommended. 4) the forward compartments tend to not get used a lot since they're hard to get into with the mattress on top. i find myself kind of wishing i had my toolboxes somewhere more convenient, but that more convenient space is used by other stuff. 5) the painless wiring system is indeed painless. if you get one you'll see that you don't have to exactly follow their instructions concerning the order, but most everything does have to be completed. no missing parts...always good. 6) getting in and out of the back with the platform in it sometimes results in hitting the interior light. if yours is mounted in the rear, below the third brake light, be careful or you'll hit it with whatever... back, hip, head. 7) i still haven't figured out a proper spot to use for the tie-downs for the water jugs. __________________ '95 Xtra cab 3VZE SR5V6 \| 33x10.50-15 BFG AT/KOs \| 4" Superlift \| OME torsion bars \| Total Chaos idler arm and uniball \| Rancho steering stabilizer \| Smittybilt front & rear tubular bumpers \| Sportsman topper \| Aisin hubs \| Dual Optimas \| Extended diff breathers \| Custom center console sometime: rear locker some sometime: retire the IFS My truck page Photography: http://www.aspen-graphics.com Last edited by photoleif; 06-01-2006 at 08:25 PM. Reason: spelling