AllOffroad 4x4 | DCS LiFePo4 Lithium Under Bonnet: Explosion, Failures and Why You Need to Capacity Test @AlloffroadAu | Uploaded December 2023 | Updated October 2024, 8 hours ago.
Note: Given that DCS has repeatedly claimed publicly that my reviews are not genuine, I believe it’s important for viewers to have the opportunity to judge the validity of my reviews themselves. Therefore, I’ve decided to make the videos public again. This way, you can assess the content and make your own informed judgement.
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👋 G'day, everyone, Stefan Fischer here with an in-depth look into why capacity testing is crucial for under-the-bonnet LiFePo4 Lithium batteries. 🚗
🔋⚡ Why Watch This Video?
If you’ve wondered about those claims saying, “my LiFePo4 battery is working great,” well, don’t take them at face value. Lithium battery tech is a whole different ball game. Capacity testing is not only essential; it’s a reality check on your battery's health. Don't get stranded in the middle of nowhere—stay tuned to find out why and how to test your batteries. You will also get quite a few examples of failed under-bonnet LiFePo4
🛠️ What’s Inside:
- Real-world examples showcasing the importance of capacity testing.
- A step-by-step guide to DIY capacity tests.
- Debunking dodgy online statements.
- Unexpected failure rates and heavy capacity loss in DCS lithium batteries.
My Testing equipment: Amazon Affiliate links
Victron Charger amzn.to/3QFAZe0
Maker Hawk Battery Tester amzn.to/3FDJLD9
CometX TDL 150 amzn.to/40kZujZ
00:00 - Intro: what can you expect in this video
01:15 - Disclaimer
02:17 - My DCS History and other DCS Failure Examples
03:35 - More DCS battery failures
09:40 - Questionable DCS business practices, misleading Advertising?
10:53 - DCS silently changes warranty terms
11:41 - Fake Google Reviews?
12:05 - Extended DCS Under Bonnet warranty?
14:51 - False claims by Steward Paternoster
17:19 - But my battery works fine…. Why Capacity Test LiFePo4
18:39 - Battery Testing Basic and Equipment used
19:11 - The capacity testing gear I use
20:29 - Load Capacity Test with MakerHawk
21:53 - Control re-charge test via Victron AC-DC charger
22:23 - Only an isolated incident? Conclusion
23:44 - Final tip for warranty claim
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Note: Given that DCS has repeatedly claimed publicly that my reviews are not genuine, I believe it’s important for viewers to have the opportunity to judge the validity of my reviews themselves. Therefore, I’ve decided to make the videos public again. This way, you can assess the content and make your own informed judgement.
GoFundMe: gofund.me/5616f8a7
Patreon: patreon.com/alloffroad
👋 G'day, everyone, Stefan Fischer here with an in-depth look into why capacity testing is crucial for under-the-bonnet LiFePo4 Lithium batteries. 🚗
🔋⚡ Why Watch This Video?
If you’ve wondered about those claims saying, “my LiFePo4 battery is working great,” well, don’t take them at face value. Lithium battery tech is a whole different ball game. Capacity testing is not only essential; it’s a reality check on your battery's health. Don't get stranded in the middle of nowhere—stay tuned to find out why and how to test your batteries. You will also get quite a few examples of failed under-bonnet LiFePo4
🛠️ What’s Inside:
- Real-world examples showcasing the importance of capacity testing.
- A step-by-step guide to DIY capacity tests.
- Debunking dodgy online statements.
- Unexpected failure rates and heavy capacity loss in DCS lithium batteries.
My Testing equipment: Amazon Affiliate links
Victron Charger amzn.to/3QFAZe0
Maker Hawk Battery Tester amzn.to/3FDJLD9
CometX TDL 150 amzn.to/40kZujZ
00:00 - Intro: what can you expect in this video
01:15 - Disclaimer
02:17 - My DCS History and other DCS Failure Examples
03:35 - More DCS battery failures
09:40 - Questionable DCS business practices, misleading Advertising?
10:53 - DCS silently changes warranty terms
11:41 - Fake Google Reviews?
12:05 - Extended DCS Under Bonnet warranty?
14:51 - False claims by Steward Paternoster
17:19 - But my battery works fine…. Why Capacity Test LiFePo4
18:39 - Battery Testing Basic and Equipment used
19:11 - The capacity testing gear I use
20:29 - Load Capacity Test with MakerHawk
21:53 - Control re-charge test via Victron AC-DC charger
22:23 - Only an isolated incident? Conclusion
23:44 - Final tip for warranty claim
Use this link for a 5% discount on Ecoflow Delta 2
au.ecoflow.com/discount/alloffroad?redirect=%2Fcollections%2Fdelta-2-solar-generators
Affiliate links for the gear I use.
https://www.amazon.com.au/shop/alloffroad4x4adventurestv
=============================
GEAR AFFILIATE LINKS:
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Coffee & Cooking
Jet Boil Carbon amzn.to/3VGZsiN
Delter Coffee Press amzn.to/3UnqQ4r
Aero Press amzn.to/3FfmBmV
Pyrolux Pan amzn.to/44g7uDv
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Mapping GPS Navigation
Memory Map Hema 4wd Map Pack ($10 off)
w2.memory-map.com/cgi-bin/licuser.cgi?buy_e_package=1&package=3000074&adref=3001
Gaia
gaiagps.com/discounts/?fp_ref=alloffroadau
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Electrical, UHF & Safety
GME MT610G PLB: amzn.to/41UdXDN
GME TX610 YTP: amzn.to/3P2fJws
GME TX61060 5W: amzn.to/3uHr1gF
Garmin InReach Mini 2 and Zoleo via https://a247.com.au/?coupon-code=ALLOFFROAD20&sc-page=shop
Survival First Aid Home Work Kit: amzn.to/3x9ZUvV
Snake Bit Kit: amzn.to/3XlAJRq
Bluetti Solar Panel: https://www.bluettipower.com.au/products/bluetti-pv200-solar-panel?ref=alloffroad
Ecoflow Delta 2 au.ecoflow.com/discount/alloffroad?redirect=%2Fcollections%2Fdelta-2-solar-generators
Thuraya Sat Phone: amzn.to/3M2TYwm
Teltonica Rut 950 amzn.to/3FWPm7z
Poynting Mimo Antenna: amzn.to/3QAayoN
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Camping Gear
Helinox Savanna Chair
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Helinox Sunset Chair
https://a247.com.au/product/helinox-sunset-chair-black/
Oztent Bunker Pro: amzn.to/3hCiM1V
Flextail Tiny Pump 2x
shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2279498&u=2867739&m=127720&urllink=&afftrack=
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Lights & Torches
Nebo Luxtreme SL100
amzn.to/3KYnhPx
OLIGHT Olantern Classic 2
amzn.to/3H4XMec
Decathlon cheap but good head torch
https://decathlon.com.au/products/rechargeable-trekking-head-torch-trek-100-usb-120-lumens?variant=40916731035759
Lazer Sentinel Elite 7"
https://www.lazerlamps.com.au/sentinel-7-elite.html
Lazer Liner 36"
https://www.lazerlamps.com.au/linear-36.html
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Camera Gear:
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![Gaia GPS Navigation for 4WD Review | Is it any good for Australia? [2021]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/GpjMBLhyyY8/hqdefault.jpg "Gaia GPS Navigation for 4WD Review | Is it any good for Australia? [2021]
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Gaia GPS review - I have been using Digital GPS Navigation for the past six years on all my 4wd and Overlanding Trips to some of the most remote parts of Australia. Today I review Gaia GPS Navigation and see if its a suitable application for Australia. I will also explain all Pros & Cons.")
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I got Scammed on Facebook and PayPal! My initial response was to forget the money
pull my tail between my legs and forget this episode. However, after thinking about it I realised thats exactly what the success of this scammers is build upon so I decided to do the opposite and try to recover my money, warn as many people as possible about it and make it more difficult for Facebook and PayPal scammers in the future. In this video, I explain how I went and how to not get scammed via Facebook and PayPal.
DISCLAIMER: In no way do I suggest the poor guy on the Facebook Profile Images is the scammer, the images are quite likely stolen from somewhere and used for malicious purposes.")
![Simpson Desert | Hay River Southern End Part 3 ALLOFFROAD [2022]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Jx1YV1Y_qMk/hqdefault.jpg "Simpson Desert | Hay River Southern End Part 3 ALLOFFROAD [2022]
In the 3rd episode of our 2022 Simpson Desert 4wd adventure, we leave the Madigan line and explorer the Southern end of the Hay River Track. We spend the night at an old Indigenous Midden site, have a very close Dingo encounter, and Steve gets himself stuck on one of the Hay River dune crossings. We find a beautiful camp spot between the gidgee trees spoiled by inconsiderate low lives who cant dig holes for toilet paper and crap in sand.... I also have a look if On Track Meals are worth taking and go through Stevess Troop Carrier Set up.
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00:00 - Intro
00:33 - Indigenous Midden Camp and Frozen water
02:32 - Dingo Encounter
03:13 - Southern End of the Hay - The good part
04:46 - The Blaze Tree
05:42 - Lunch & Search for the Eagles Nest
08:03 - Steve gets stuck
09:11 - MMFA Update
09:36 - Some Hay River Dune examples
10:18 - The ferals (not animals) are in the Desert
11:16 - Ice Breaker 17-Day Smell test
11:59 - Fire Pit and Ferro Rod Fire Attempt
13:50 - Failed Shower attempt with my Aqua Pack
14:58 - Steves Troopy Set Up
17:21 - Planning Ahead
17:59 - Track On Meals Try
22:56 - Summer Jaffle Making")
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In Part 3 of our Victorian High Country 4wd adventure, we tackle the supposedly very challenging Mt Sunday track in the wet after a very stormy night and little sleep on top of Mt Sunday 1200m. The actual 4wd track did not disappoint. You need to be constantly alert and on your toes, as its very narrow and has many logs hidden in the foliage, which is creeping in. Some interesting and very slippery slate steps mixed with muddy descents and steep rocky ascents ensure an eventful half-day. In our case, the track was quite punishing for some and there was a fair bit of panel damage.
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00:00 - Hook
00:27 - Intro
01:14 - Day 3 - Mt Sunday Track
02:56 - First Obstacles
04:04 - The Big Slate Step in the wet….
07:15 - Rebuild Winch
08:12 - Panel Damage Hill 1
10:39 - Morning Tea and damage assessment
11:38 - More Slippery Slate Slabs
15:00 - The Chute 1
16:15 - Gear Box Hill and more panel damage…..
23:08 - Damage Assessment
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Helinox Sunset Chair
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Flextail Tiny Pump 2x
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My LiFePo4 Batteries
150ah IP67
https://www.deepcyclesystems.com.au/product/dcs-12v-150ah-ip-67-lithium/?ref=226
100Ah
https://www.deepcyclesystems.com.au/product/dcs-12v-100ah-lithium-ion/?ref=226
80Ah Extrem
https://www.deepcyclesystems.com.au/product/12v-80ah-extreme-battery/?ref=226
200ah Slimline
https://www.deepcyclesystems.com.au/product/dcs-12v-200ah-slim-line-lithium-ion/?ref=226
Diverse Terrain: The Victorian High Country is known for its diverse and challenging terrain, making it an ideal destination for 4WD enthusiasts who are looking for a range of driving experiences. The region features steep ascents, river crossings, rock crawling, and soft sand driving, as well as many off-road trails that wind through stunning alpine landscapes. Some of the most popular tracks in the area include the infamous Billy Goat Bluff Track, the iconic Blue Rag Range Track, and the challenging Haunted Stream Track.
Scenic Beauty: The Victorian High Country is renowned for its natural beauty, with breathtaking alpine scenery that is truly unique to this region of Australia. From snow-capped mountains to pristine rivers, deep valleys, and dense forests, there is no shortage of stunning vistas to take in while 4WDing in the area. Some of the most popular scenic spots in the Victorian High Country include Mount Buller, Mount Hotham, the Alpine National Park, and the Great Alpine Road.
Historical Significance: The Victorian High Country has a rich cultural and historical significance that is evident in the many historical sites and landmarks that dot the region. From the old gold mining towns of Walhalla and Omeo to the iconic high country cattleman huts, there are countless opportunities to explore the areas colonial past while 4WDing in the region. Some of the most popular historical sites in the area include the Craigs Hut film set, the Kevington Hotel ruins, and the Dargo High Plains Road.
Well-Maintained Tracks: The tracks in the Victorian High Country are well-maintained and well-marked, making it easy for 4WD enthusiasts to navigate the area safely. Many of the tracks in the region are graded and signposted, and there are numerous maps and guidebooks available that provide detailed information about the best routes to take.
Accessibility: The Victorian High Country is easily accessible from major cities like Melbourne and Sydney, making it a convenient destination for weekend getaways or longer trips. The region is located just a few hours drive from Melbourne, and many campsites, caravan parks, and other accommodations are available for visitors who want to stay overnight. Additionally, several towns and villages in the region offer a range of services and amenities, including restaurants, shops, and fuel stations.")
