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  1. V

    Solar install

    My 5th wheel was prepped for solar and prepped for an onboard generator. When installing an inverter, can I run the inverter into the transfer switch where the generator would go (don’t have an onboard generator just prepped)? I understand the 12v side for solar install just want to run...
  2. M

    Question Solar panel for charging batteries

    To anyone maintaining battery charge using solar panel.. what wattage panel are y'all using? RV storage cost increasing and they've been charging extra for trickle charger so thinking of using solar. Thanks
  3. N

    Thinking about 500 watts of solar

    I have been kicking around the idea of installing 5-600 watts of solar panels. I know I will have to do some measuring and layout planning. A couple of questions: 1) If I go 600, what would be required to convert down to 12v if I put 6 100 watt panels and wire them 2s3p? 2)I am thinking in terms...
  4. C

    How To Solar panels

    Any information on adding solar.
  5. P

    Solar Help

    I just purchased a new Rockwood 2514F. My wife and i are "off-gridders" and this is our 1st..RV. In researching solar needs, the suggestions are all over the place. Can someone with experience set us in the right direction? We are considering 2- AGM, 200 Watt set up. Any advice would be appreciated.
  7. Joe Dutchstar

    Tip Balanced Solar system

    With some experience with Solar I’ve found that having too much of any component can lead to dissatisfaction with Solar products. Also, understanding the installation and installer intent is equally important. Having a bunch of panels that max out the inverter can be efficient or annoying. My...
  8. A

    Solar Charge Controller not recognizing solar panel

    I bought a 2021 Coachmen Sportscoach. I believe Jaboni set up the solar system (100W s. panel on the roof and charge controller in the basement near the batteries). Question: Why isn't the solar panel registering on the charge controller? I took the two + - leads off the controller and receive...
  9. J

    How To Has anyone put solar panels on their Jayco Redhawk that was prewired for solar

    My wife and I bought 2019 jay co Redhawk class C motorhome. It was prewired for solar the monitoring controller is not there. I would like to install an aftermarket 200 watt solar 4 to 6 volt batteries. Has anyone done this before
  10. G

    Solar power

    I own a 2021 Thor Windsport I have solar panels to put on the roof is anyone out there have an idea how big your controller I need for two 370 W panels
  11. W

    New owner in 5 days... with winter driving and solar our first items to tackle

    ...survives our passes in the winter. If anybody out there has any strong suggestions for winter driving success, lift kits or for after marked solar (Slumber has a pop top so not as easy to accomplish as on most class B's), I would love to hear them. We have the lithium upgrade.... Thank...
  13. C

    22' Wilderness propane delete, solar conversion and update

    ...inverter installed - all exterior panels resealed with 50yr silicon Todo list - led lit bar under counter - Led 120v lighting - 1.2 kw solar & engine - interior heating air filter - 3.7kw lipo water heater/ backup power bank - gloss black exterior paint - motion light in bathroom...
  14. Joe Dutchstar

    Question Downside of using large 400+w solar panels

    There are folks that have installed high quality commercial grade solar panels on RVs. What is the downside of using these panels vs ones designed for mobile applications? Other than size, not sure how they survive vibration and stresses of roof mounting on a RV?
  15. Neal

    Resolved ITR (OASIS) warns against US SOLAR PUMPS - FALSE CLAIM

    Many of us have heard and/or ordered spare hydronic heating system pumps from US SOLAR at the link below: C1E Circulating Pump - Worldwide Shipping | US Solar Pumps I have two of these in my spares kit and have not installed any to date. I was just on the phone with ITR asking for assistance...
  16. Kevin D Pem

    Solar, is it worthwhile?

    I watch this guy often. I don't agree with everything he published, but then, I guess that is across the board. Anyhow thought those contemplating solar might like it.
  17. T

    Solar Panels

    New to RV’ing and have a 2017 Jayco Jay Flight that is solar ready. Have two AGM 6V 224AH @C20 batteries that i would like to charge via solar panels. Looking to see what is the most popular and economical package to get. Appreciate any help. Thanks
  19. Kevin D Pem

    Solar eclipse???

    I can't help myself! So I ask you, do you plan on viewing the eclipse? Seems like only a few years ago that my stomping grounds in Wyoming was inundated by sun gazing tourists, and would have been me had reservations not been impossible due to my tardiness. So this one is even more...
  20. S

    Solar Issue

    Hi All. I’m having the hardest time getting up and going with our new Solar and I don’t know what I’m doing wrong?!? We have 3 100 w panels and 2 12 v batteries. We’re running through a 1500 w inverter. Extension cord runs to 15 Amp to 30 Amp dog bog that our trailer is plugged into. We’re...
  21. B

    Solar "Ready"?

    We've got a 2017 Leprechaun 317 SA that we will be going full time in, so we are exploring all our solar options. It has the Furrion solar plug. I have not found a solar controller anywhere. Does anybody know if a.) it even has one, and b.) if it exists, does it have a lithium setting? Thanks...
  22. H

    Clipper TD Solar connection

    Hey all, I’m new to the thread, and new to the camping trailer game! I just purchased a 22 Clipper 12.0 TD Max, and am looking for some portable solar panel options to boondock. I live in Arizona and get plenty of sun to do so. If anyone has experience with the Clipper and installing solar...
  23. J

    Solar Generator

    I have a 39ft Keystone Fusion toy hauler and am thinking about adding solar. Does anyone have any experience with a Bluetti portable solar station? I've looked at the AC300; which, seems to have a good amount of power, especially if you add the expandable batteries. I'm wondering if the...
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