finally got around to installing the wall connector. used 2 x #6 thhn for line and 1 x #10 thhn for ground in a flex conduit. ran the charging cable overhead to other side as i have a jetski trailer next to the panels. only thing is i will have to back in the car but at least getting back out is easier. vin just came in today so good timing
to make the charging cable retractable, used a spring balancer which pulls the cable about 6.5ft up from floor so it stays out of the way when not in use. used a 6.6lb capacity balancer and it seems to be working great so far. not sure of the durability but if it fails in a year its only $13 and very easy to replace if needed.
there is kit that someone sells on etsy with 3d printed cable clamp but its $50+ with shipping. i just used zip ties to fashion a clamp on the charging cable and attached with a carbiner to the spring balancer.
to make the charging cable retractable, used a spring balancer which pulls the cable about 6.5ft up from floor so it stays out of the way when not in use. used a 6.6lb capacity balancer and it seems to be working great so far. not sure of the durability but if it fails in a year its only $13 and very easy to replace if needed.
there is kit that someone sells on etsy with 3d printed cable clamp but its $50+ with shipping. i just used zip ties to fashion a clamp on the charging cable and attached with a carbiner to the spring balancer.