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  1. Neal

    Battery Charging: I don’t understand this

    There has been discussion of the trickle charge solar panel causing chassis batteries to boil off. Some have gone so far as checking water levels in them. They aren't expensive so I replace mine at 5 year intervals, keeping in mind when your batteries could have been installed for new RV owners.
  2. M

    Solar for Dummies

    What is your expectation of what a solar panel should do for you? Knowing your expectation can help direct the conversation. To help set expectations a bit of solar on a RV - the link you provided shows 200watt panel (or 220 watt, depending on model year). That 200 watts is in ideal...
  3. Rich-MLsRV

    Question Solar panel selection

    Folks, I am considering using AMsolar solar panels. I like the AMsolar panels since they use VHB tape for mounting and hence don't need to drill into the roof. Folks that have used the VHG tape method for mounting have not had a issue w/ the panels detaching. I am planning to have 6 solar...
  4. N

    Boondocking

    Hello, I am trying to find best way to boondock and watch tv, charge laptop. will this item work ? I have a 2016 coachmen freelander 21qb. Solar Generator 300W Portable Power Station with 100W Foldable Solar Panel, 294Wh Lithium Battery, 120V/300W AC Outlet, Quiet Generators for Home, RV...
  5. H

    Large electric vehicles are definitely here

    ...and the like. The only caveat for me is that with the scaling back in incentives for renewable energy, especially the big two, wind and solar, coupled to increasing demand,.ie., electrification in transportation, the mega AI complexes, crypto farms. Where are the KW's going to come from and...
  7. Kevin D Pem

    Freedom Express 274KRS 12-volt refrigerator

    Consider used panels. I pay 50 bucks for 250watt panels. Look up santan solar.
  8. C

    Battery Charging: I don’t understand this

    Hmmm…. 7/10th +/- of an amp from a 10 watt panel vs 240amp alternator running for hours each day the coach is driven? IMHO, solar panel is insignificant. As a matter of fact, I checked my inline fuse at one point and it had blown. Our year model doesn’t come with the little solar led…so, we...
  9. B

    Show us your pics of where you are with your RV today...

    Aired down to 18 psi Cheap china solar panel keeping the 80 ah lead acid afloat Beachfront parking: priceless
  10. R

    adding solar to roadtrek

    I just purchased a 2018 Roadtrek Simplicity SRT. I would like to add solar and would like to do it myself. I was going to buy a two panel kit, but it comes with items that are already included in the vehicle. Any recommendations?
  11. S

    35’ Open Range Light - Solar generator options

    ...I just purchased some land with a well only - but need some power. Can anyone suggest what type or wattage I will need I’m looking at solar generator options. It is for part-time use only - keep battery charged - charge electronics and use of TV or occasional heat. Thanks for any info … Sue
  13. Kevin D Pem

    Question How much does solar help you?

    ...in your camping area have a lot to do with it. I don't do A/C but have a fridge and chest freezer. I have 200ah 24volt battery pack. 1500w of solar and don't use a generator. On a good solar day I cook mid day with electric. For someone that watches solar output, like myself, it helps! By...
  14. C

    Generators?

    I really wish they would stop calling these things generators. They are nothing more than a battery pack with solar chargers. It's also funny how they portray the 4Patriots company as all american with red, white and blue all over their commercials and website yet their products are made in...
  15. S

    Question Small solar panel on roof question

    On my 2014 Canyon Star, what does the small solar panel on the roof above the driver do, and how can I tell if it's working? Tim
  16. M

    Lithium Battery Package

    What are you working to learn about the system? Looked it up and it appears you probably have: - 330 watt solar panel - 1200 Ah lithium battery storage (or 14,400 watts) - A/C has soft start installed - 13,500 btu A/C Who created the video that said you could get 3 days of A/C usage? Rough...
  17. RCIII

    Freedom Express 274KRS 12-volt refrigerator

    Yeah, I agree on 500w of solar, just got a quote from an RV solar company and they’re recommending 800w. Price tag is north of $11k. Yikes
  19. Neal

    Upgrading my House Batteries

    Okay now, that didn't include "solar" so you have to deduct the price of your Big Wheel.
  20. J

    Lead acid to lithium batteries

    ...amp, or even better 2 200 amp ones. Never heard anybody complain they had too much battery. With 400 amps you can run your fridge also. Your solar panels will help a lot. You should get around 15 amps per hour, if you have 6 hours of good sun you have put 90 amp hours back into your battery...
  21. Kevin D Pem

    Coachman TT with electric/propane refer?

    ...to be a coachman, then the company could best answer the question. No matter the question has been asked, so! You don't need lithium to have solar! Solar and apartment fridge was the logical answer to my very unreliable 2 way fridge back in the day (2008). I'm sure they have become much...
  22. Texas Clodhopper

    Question LiFePo4 Charging

    @Richpatty, I had a couple of settings that were different than yours. After I had installed the new remote, I called Solar Energy, and they walked me through the setup.
  23. R

    Feedback Sought - Solar Install Companies - Comparison Of 3 Options

    Hi. I’m seeking feedback on the 3 seeming best companies I’ve found to install solar in my van. Please let me know which one you would pick. I am not very knowledgeable about solar so your help is appreciated. Please note many recommend install companies in Quartzsite, Arizona but those places...
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