In the field for Blue Knight

jongood said:
I'm really interested to know what size lithium you re running on? and does it do it?
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Interestingly Jon 24v 200ah seem to be standard fit from Concorde on the truck chassis, of course you can join these in parallel up to 4 batteries totalling 800ah @24, don't forget doubling the volts doubles the wattage (actual power) capacity so one battery is equivalent to around 400ah @12v, I think K&D have a single at 360ah 12v.
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funflair said:
Interestingly Jon 24v 200ah seem to be standard fit from Concorde on the truck chassis, of course you can join these in parallel up to 4 batteries totalling 800ah @24, don't forget doubling the volts doubles the wattage (actual power) capacity so one battery is equivalent to around 400ah @12v, I think K&D have a single at 360ah 12v.
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Yes very interesting are they going through a master volt charger from the engine alternator and then distributing 12v or 230 as appropriate/available?
 
It is a good way to do it, it delivers some redundancy to the engine start, I would be interested in the creep of 24v into the house circuits, it would dramatically reduce the wiring. Although they may be into CAN bus at Corncorde which due to RL's aversion to anything complex has not allowed in Morelo, hence the 70's Buttner kit. If it was 9m and had a slide option I would have considered one, I do think the interior is a big step up from Morelo. Still struggling with the rear cap design though.

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jongood said:
Yes very interesting are they going through a master volt charger from the engine alternator and then distributing 12v or 230 as appropriate/available?
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Hi Jon

I talked to a Mastervolt guy at MORELO factory a few years ago, he was extolling the virtues of 24v or even 48v, they had a VW transporter with 24v alternator fitted and about 8 lithiums in the back, the amount of power was insane but was just a show vehicle. They were all running 24v solar and 24v/240v inverter then the house supply was 24v/12v step down.
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funflair said:
Hi Jon

I talked to a Mastervolt guy at MORELO factory a few years ago, he was extolling the virtues of 24v or even 48v, they had a VW transporter with 24v alternator fitted and about 8 lithiums in the back, the amount of power was insane but was just a show vehicle. They were all running 24v solar and 24v/240v inverter then the house supply was 24v/12v step down.
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Good morning Martin. Interesting idea because the voltage drop would always be less but have you seen the price of 24volt Lithiums <Broken link removed>
 
jongood said:
Good morning Martin. Interesting idea because the voltage drop would always be less but have you seen the price of 24volt Lithiums <Broken link removed>
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No different to 12v Lithiums £ per Watt.

I think we better carry this on on your own battery thread Jon ;) apologies to the OP going off topic again.

Where is Blue Knight to keep us on the straight and narrow.
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I'm not biased but I can't see the point of the cost v space ratio. An American RV similar in length but with a couple of slide outs give a far greater living area. I love the look of the Concorde with the high roof, but you can't use it, It's just unused 'space'.
 
funflair said:
I don't think it's just about space v cost, there are many more things to consider when deciding RV or European A class.
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Definitely, width for one. My choice of RVs would be very limited due to where I live. I also think the style and build quality of the European Liner far exceeds most RV's.
 
jongood said:
Definitely, width for one. My choice of RVs would be very limited due to where I live. I also think the style and build quality of the European Liner far exceeds most RV's.
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I can understand that, for instance we are in the process of renovating the interior of ours, quality leather seating, Quartz not Corian worktops etc (similar in weight). I can't fault the exterior style of the Liner class be it Morrello, Concorde N&B there lovely!
 
Hi Martyn, that's a mighty fantastic looking van and thanks for posting the pics up.

I'm really liking the look of the interior as it just oozes quality. It is certainly a very polished product IMO so you must be well chuffed with your new purchase.

I've become a bit too Morelo-focused in recent months but you can certainly see from your own fit-out pictures just how both marques are competing for the top slot.

I'm really impressed sir and I reckon there are many of us on here who want to hear more about the van and its usability while on your adventures.

Keep the updates coming.

Love it!!:cool:(y):love:

Andrew
 
P.S. How long did it take Martyn for you to compile the van spec and was it a difficult process?
 
Blue Knight said:
P.S. How long did it take Martyn for you to compile the van spec and was it a difficult process?
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We went on the Concorde configurator and kind of copied what we had on our previous Liner 990G.So it did not take long nor was it difficult. I did run our spec regarding the generator and just one lithium battery with some members on this forum. But that was after we had ordered it but thinking back if my choices were wrong, I am sure Mr Niesmann would have advised.
 
Martyn911 said:
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Not long back from Niesmann caravaning with this and not a lot being posted on here regarding Concorde
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Shame about the virus as I would be asking for a butchers at yours Martyn to see how Concorde have moved on from our 2005 model.

If you had a 2004 Concorde Liner then you obviously have a long history with the brand and be able to make a good comparison.

I imagine electronically so much more sophisticated than the older ones but the interior of yours is absolutely stunning.
 
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Blue Knight said:
Hi Martyn, that's a mighty fantastic looking van and thanks for posting the pics up.

I'm really liking the look of the interior as it just oozes quality. It is certainly a very polished product IMO so you must be well chuffed with your new purchase.

I've become a bit too Morelo-focused in recent months but you can certainly see from your own fit-out pictures just how both marques are competing for the top slot.

I'm really impressed sir and I reckon there are many of us on here who want to hear more about the van and its usability while on your adventures.

Keep the updates coming.

Love it!!:cool:(y):love:

Andrew
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Don't forget the modifications Andrew!

Rumours abound that Morelo are considering the Funflair edition
Martyn911 said:
We went on the Concorde configurator and kind of copied what we had on our previous Liner 990G.So it did not take long nor was it difficult. I did run our spec regarding the generator and just one lithium battery with some members on this forum. But that was after we had ordered it but thinking back if my choices were wrong, I am sure Mr Niesmann would have advised.
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We were very impressed with the service and the frankness of Niesmann Caravanning when we visited.
 
jongood said:
Don't forget the modifications Andrew!

Rumours abound that Morelo are considering the Funflair edition

We were very impressed with the service and the frankness of Niesmann Caravanning when we visited.
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I think they all get modified and personalised Jon some via the extensive/expensive options list at the factory others by the owners themselves, I doubt that a standard van has ever left the factory of either Concorde or MORELO and one persons mods would very rarely suit another 100%.
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Lovely van! Which seats do you sit in to watch the front tv? It looks the wrong way to sit in the cab seats. Do you have to sit at the dinette? Love the bedroom!

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CazPaul said:
Shame about the virus as I would be asking for a butchers at yours Martyn to see how Concorde have moved on from our 2005 model.

If you had a 2004 Concorde Liner then you obviously have a long history with the brand and be able to make a good comparison.

I imagine electronically so much more sophisticated than the older ones but the interior of yours is absolutely stunning.
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Yes big shame about the virus of course you could have had butchers. Yes very different to our 2004 Liner which I understood the electrical system (sparks by trade) this one I haven't a clue.
 
jongood said:
Don't forget the modifications Andrew!

Rumours abound that Morelo are considering the Funflair edition
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It wouldn't surprise me at all Jon ::bigsmile: I think Martin has probably helped sell a few Morelos recently with all of his useful posts.

................but now he has some stiff competition with Martyn and his new Concorde :cool:
 
I've got to admit that one of my first observations (from the external pics) was that the front lower spoiler/valance was very low but, looking at it again, (pic below) it's perfectly fine and I was simply misinterpreting things due to the sheer size of the van. It does look huge.

What's the overall height Martyn with all of the kit added?

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Blue Knight said:
It wouldn't surprise me at all Jon ::bigsmile: I think Martin has probably helped sell a few Morelos recently with all of his useful posts.

................but now he has some stiff competition with Martyn and his new Concorde :cool:
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"funfair edition" If they did I wouldn't want one :LOL: gotta be different ;) and If I have "helped sell a few MORELO's" the cheque must be lost in the post ;).
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If only they did posh wheels like that for all you Morelo boys eh funflair Mr porky Coastal Cruiser. and whoever else (the list is getting longer by the day) has got one!! Oh and for the owner of another Morelo on its way to England 😉🤐🤐🤐 :rofl:
 
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WESTY66 said:
If only they did posh wheels like that for all you Morelo boys eh funflair Mr porky Coastal Cruiser. and whoever else (the list is getting longer by the day) has gone one!! Oh and for the owner of another Morelo on its way to England 😉🤐🤐🤐 :rofl:
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:reel: ;) they do if you buy one on a truck chassis Merc or IVECO(y)
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Blue Knight said:
It wouldn't surprise me at all Jon ::bigsmile: I think Martin has probably helped sell a few Morelos recently with all of his useful posts.

................but now he has some stiff competition with Martyn and his new Concorde :cool:
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Martin also does Factory handovers😁😁
 

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