Description
In today’s video, we’re upgrading a living quarters horse trailer with a massive power overhaul: a 314Ah SOK LiFePO4 battery, 400W of solar, and full generator + shore-power charging. This simple half-day install transforms the trailer into a reliable off-grid setup—perfect for fairgrounds, rodeos, and anytime you need long-lasting 12V power.
We’ll walk you through the parts we used, the wiring layout, mounting the solar panels, programming the Victron gear, and how everything integrates for a clean, powerful system.
🔋 Products & Parts Used
• 400W Solar Charging Starter Kit
https://shop.explorist.life/shop/all-products/400w-solar-charging-starter-kit/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=ljq_trailer_upgrade
• SOK 12V 314Ah LiFePO4 Battery
https://shop.explorist.life/shop/all-products/components/batteries/sok-12v-314ah-lifepo4-battery/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=ljq_trailer_upgrade
• Victron SmartSolar MPPT 100/30
https://shop.explorist.life/shop/all-products/victron-smartsolar-mppt-10030/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=ljq_trailer_upgrade
• Victron Blue Smart IP65 Charger
https://shop.explorist.life/shop/all-products/victron-blue-smart-ip65-12-15-120v-nema-1-15p/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=ljq_trailer_upgrade
• Victron Programming Guide
https://explorist.life/victron-programming-guide/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=ljq_trailer_upgrade
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📘 Read the full blog post:
👉 https://explorist.life/upgrading-a-living-quarters-horse-trailer-with-lithium-power-400w-solar-sok-battery-install/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=ljq_trailer_upgrade
FULL ELECTRICAL INSTALLS:
➤ 50A 5th Wheel RV – Full Electrical Upgrade:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PavRWuOax1M&list=PLmvhcyi4n0TUU8FUc6LE38TBkdSLjdw_5&index=8&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=ljq_trailer_upgrade
➤ 30A Class C Motorhome – Full Electrical Upgrade:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9fmL1RfmZJk&list=PLmvhcyi4n0TUU8FUc6LE38TBkdSLjdw_5&index=1&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=ljq_trailer_upgrade
➤ 30A Travel Trailer – Full Electrical Upgrade:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KM_8s4cTjWA&list=PLmvhcyi4n0TVgcroqXl5QvJM0afUes_zX&index=1&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=ljq_trailer_upgrade
➤ Truck Camper – Full Electrical Upgrade:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gcDYiYgUCzg&list=PLmvhcyi4n0TVgcroqXl5QvJM0afUes_zX&index=6&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=ljq_trailer_upgrade
➤ Ford Transit Camper Van Electrical Install:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E5q7_4FH4LQ&t=2874s&list=PLmvhcyi4n0TVgcroqXl5QvJM0afUes_zX&index=3&t=1897s&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=ljq_trailer_upgrade
➤ DIY Sprinter Camper Van Electrical Install – Full Tutorial:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=01F4QDVJUq0&list=PLmvhcyi4n0TVgcroqXl5QvJM0afUes_zX&index=3&t=1897s&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=ljq_trailer_upgrade
➤ Binge the Transit Van Build:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmvhcyi4n0TVfA4XCYJBkzfUXunSON1zX&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=ljq_trailer_upgrade
00:00 Introduction
01:03 Parts Being Installed
03:17 System Walkthrough
06:39 Replacing Old Batteries with Lithium Battery
08:06 Mounting and Wiring - MPPT & Solar Isolator
10:09 Mounting the BlueSmart Charger
11:13 Connecting Everything to the Batteries
13:04 Mounting the Roof Entry Gland
15:14 Mounting Solar Panels
16:47 Wiring the Solar Panels
19:49 Turning on The System
20:52 Programming & Testing
25:34 Final Walkthrough