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I too am interested in the solar DC-DC solutions that could be emerging. The OP setup is likely high dollar, based on off grid needs. But the off grid world drives the technology. In my case, the farm's ER Lariat with inverter can also power the farm (at 7.2 kw) in a pinch. At least the...

This would be from a damage or dead unit that Ford did not take back under warranty presumably. I want to modify the CCS handle to allow for J1772 charging, but I don't want to do that on my unit while its still under warranty. So I need a the cord from a dead FCSP. Or any other 80A rated...

If you are willing to void the warranty, I am nearly certain you can cut the CCS DC pins off with a vibratory tool and a carbide blade and all would be well. The DC pins are connected to NOTHING so long as you do not have the vehicle to home stuff installed. If our FCSP makes it three years...

You could look into the Emporia chargers -- they can interface with Emporia's load management system. Probably more money. They sell you coils that can detect other loads and then manage rate of charge via their charger. The actual Emporia 48A charger is a pretty good deal and well made in...

Well, they sent a new one out. My brother installed (not very difficult to swap out old for new. I will check torque setting next trip out.). Up and running. Had a return label in the box. No one told us to return the old one, but its common sense to do so. Return the old one, or wait...

Ford sent a message that a replacement unit is in process.. The moisture issue is troublesome. I used a USA sourced/manufactured fitting and length of flexible conduit from a local supply house for the install that was done absolutely per Ford install specs. The box has no means for...

The person I spoke with at Ford, who filled out some "form" and promised they would get back to me did not seem to dwell on "licensed electrician". I informed her that my brother had me do the installation since I am "experienced". Which is very much the truth. The form asked questions...

I got ahold of someone at the BEV and they took the information. Case is pending decision regarding replacement of the unit.

Thanks for all the insights. We cannot seem to see any options to have the firmware updated. My brother reconnected to the wifi last night. I found the Ford LCSP warranty webpage. Says it has a 2 year warranty. Of course the small print says it has to be installed by a licensed...

Well apparently wifi was up for last week or so. Till I hit the factory reset button today. If the updates are "automatic" then that bodes ill..... As for hot/humid. Yes and yes. Though this time of year in western KS its mostly hot. But I think some water had egress to the lower case via...

Don't know why I never posted a final on this. Called emporia. They had been having what they thought were actually software/firmware issues. BUT, since they were not able at the time to provide a software/firmware solution., they sent me a new EVSE. Has been working fine now ever since. x...

OK, background. -- Installed January 2024, 100A service, directly from 200A main. Outdoors. 100A breaker, correct wiring all per install instructions. Polaris splitters. -- could not get the wifi to connect that day, but it charged fine at 16.8kw or so per the truck display. I was worried...

I only get around 4 miles/kw with my 2016 Leaf, but I do drive 65 on interstate with regularity. Thats about as SLOW as you can drive safely. I started off with a Juicebox in 2016 or so, and after a number of years, it fried its relay. Since I liked it because I could easily program how...

Yup, that's about what a Lightning is worth -- mobile AC unit. Till it quits and can't do that anymore either. Sorry, feeling pissie about the experience just now...... (truck at dealer for 8 weeks dead) Its not a real work vehicle. Sorry Ford --- you are not there yet.

Kansas lemon law ceases at 1 year of ownership. So that's gone. Called the Ford BEV number -- they tried to "reach the dealership" but the tech was unavailable so they sent an email......... Really bad taste in our mouth right now. About 8 weeks no vehicle. Extended warranty specifically...

What "buyback process"? To my knowledge, the old lemon laws vary from state to state, and I can pretty much promise you that Missouri (where it was purchased) and Kansas (where its titled) don't give a crap about that sort of liberal stuff. If someone knows otherwise, please explain.

We purposely chose initially not to rat out Lewis Ford. They are a big chain in KS. I will likely never do business with them again (my brother has purchased several Toyota products from their Toyota dealer (which is the same physical operation in Hays KS). But for now, not making enemies...

Just died. Stopped and "Stop Safely Now" message on dash. Could not even get it to wake up to drive onto a flatbed. First dealer, Lewis Ford in Hays Kansas refused to work on it because we had not purchased there. Dealer in Hastings Nebraska has been good in terms of communication, but they...

So my brother who has the truck sent me a pic of him charging at 336 amps the other day. I told him he was full of it, but it looks like its real. One of my work colleagues diched his Rivian for a Lightning. All good signs. Nice to see.

We have 2023 Lariat purchased after being ordered, so did not sit on dealer lot. No free offer here either. Dunno what was on the sticker. Kind of irksome -- Ford could clarify what causes some folks to get a $500 freebie and others, not so much.