Category Archives: DIY Powerwall

⚡️DIY Powerwall Project – ep14 – Cart Complete (2019) ⚡️

Final touches on the cart/powerwall build. Some test results. Future plans and general update.

⚡️DIY Powerwall Project – ep13 – Cart Build (2019) ⚡️

With all cell packs assembled and tested, it’s time to put it all together and see if it works!

Some Items Shown in the Video
6 Gauge Premium Extra Flexible Welding Cable https://amzn.to/2F98d0d
Install Bay Copper Ring Terminal 6 Gauge 3/8 Inch 25 Pack – CUR638 https://amzn.to/2MIHy0v
Blue Sea Systems PowerBar Dual BusBar with Two 3/8-Inch 16 Studs https://amzn.to/2F4mCeg
Polyolefin 2:1 Heat Shrink Tubing https://amzn.to/2F6XB1Y
SELTERM UL Listed Heavy Duty Wire Lugs
IWISS Battery Cable Lug Crimping Tool https://amzn.to/2F6WkrI
1/4 inch Flexo PET Expandable Braided Sleeving – BlackRed https://amzn.to/2WEpNPr
Blue Sea Systems ST Blade ATO/ATC Fuse Blocks https://amzn.to/2WMvccx
Blue Sea Systems Common BusBars (100A-250A) https://amzn.to/2X6rauB

🏭🧯🔦Honda EU2000i Propane Upgrade (2019)🥉

A propane upgrade kit can be installed in an evening allowing your existing gas generator to run on gas, propane or natural gas (trifuel). I used a kit from Hutch Mountain that had all the necessary items.

DON’T BURN YOUR HOUSE DOWN! ⚡️DIY Powerwall Project – ep12 – BMS Demo (2019) ⚡️

Explaining what a BMS is and does and shows a couple of demos on a small system. The BMS from Batrium is well-built and loaded with features.

⚡️DIY Powerwall Project – ep11 – The Cart (2019) ⚡️

Lots of stormy weather, but I got started on the battery cart. Should be able to finish up the remaining packs soon!

Blue Sea Bus Bars – https://amzn.to/2Yxo3sJ

⚡️DIY Powerwall Project – ep10 – May the 4th Be With You (2019) ⚡️

Happy Star Wars Day! As a safety measure, I got some acrylic panels to put on the outside of the packs to keep from shorting them out if they touch each other once connected. Please share the link below with friends and family.


Please share this link: http://bit.ly/dogeasteregg2019


Nylon washers: https://amzn.to/2DRR0rE

⚡️DIY Powerwall Project – ep9 – Progress Update (2019) ⚡️

Kinda all over the place this week, but made good progress. Great mitre saw technique suggestions! 4 down, 3 to go!

⚡️DIY Powerwall Project – ep8 – Average Build (2019) ⚡️

Second cell pack was a doosey. Placed an order, changed my mind, but think I finally figured it out.

⚡️DIY Powerwall Project – ep7 – Update (2019)

I’ve made some progress, had some hiccups and Tom has some headway cells if you’re looking for some. I’m working on several powerwall videos and hope to have them done soon. Storm season is approaching!

Tom’s Headway Cells: https://ebay.to/2JupfKJ
Power2Spare (reclaimed Medical Pack batteries): https://power2spare.net/?wpam_id=6
Proper Cell Soldering by “The Combat Engineer”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OtHw-RNyl3g
KWeld Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/KWeldNorthAmerica/

⚡️DIY Powerwall Project – ep6 – Bus Bars (2019)

BUS BARS! I talk about making bus bars and how I’m planning to connect everything together. You won’t want to miss it! 😀