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  1. Richpatty

    Alert Battleborn battery safety alert

    So I took my RV for its monthly drive with the generator on, solar charging plus anything the alternator was pushing. The battery bank (8x100ah) went from 50% to 70%. I took out my thermal gun and no terminal was warmer than 70 degree…and again, they are all solid and not loose in any way. I...
  2. 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
  3. sheridany

    FYI Amazing inflatable solar light

    A friend showed me this inflatable solar lamp that work really well. They are great outside near the camp site. Slightly expensive but very portable and effective. Hopefully full link works now. MPOWERD Luci Outdoor 2.0 - Inflatable Solar Light, Clear Finish, Adjustable Strap...
  4. Rich W.

    What is this on my travel trailer

    Solar panel connector, specifically referred to as a solar cable entry.
  5. Soniccruzer

    MOD My new solar boondocking toy!

    My wife Cindy and I have been RVing for over 25 years owning three different motorhomes with solar panels on the roof. The first two had 400W of ridged tilting panels that required me to climb and manually tilt the panels to gain optimum output while boon docking. Both of these motorhomes had...
  7. R

    Question Solar install

    Kevin, I don't understand where you are coming from. It sounds like you don't think anyone should use solar unless it can be cost effective. Then you equate users like me to being elitist because we want the enjoyment of having the ability to spend time boondocking without the noisy generator...
  8. 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
  9. T

    Can’t find pre-wired solar connection

    We just bought a new 2021 Coachmen Chaparral 373MBRB that is pre-wired for rooftop solar. We see the connection on the roof, but cannot find the other end of the wires and/or the charge controller. Any suggestions?
  10. L

    How to shut down solar panels

    I have 6 100 w solar panels. Im not going to use the rig for a few month and would like to shut done all power to the rig. I'm thinking on shutting of the batteries and pulling off negative lead, disconnect a/c shore and inverter. Also, i was thinking to disconnect the solar panels by...
  11. turbopilot

    LightShip Update 7/28/25

    I am not aware LightShip ever suggested the solar output would support TrekDrive. I am told the LightShip in tow of a pickup truck, following in the aerodynamic wake of the pickup would require about 15 kWh at highway speeds to allow the tow vehicle to return to about the same MPG efficiency as...
  13. B

    solar/inverter/autoswitch set up.

    So I have a fifth wheel that has a built in generator, had it installed at the dealer when it was new. I want to put in a solar set up with an inverter and auto switch so I don't have to run the generator as much when dry camping. Because of the built in generator there is already an auto switch...
  14. Kevin D Pem

    Question Solar install

    Of course! But if a man asks for an opinion! Well! I have one.🙂
  15. turbopilot

    VIN # 4 is on the Line

    ...is about complete at station #3 and will next move over under the crane for canopy mating. The AeroHub is nearly complete. I only see one solar controller over on the driver side upper corner of the AeroHub. There should be three solar controllers in a line across the top of AeroHub...
  16. C

    Battery Questions

    ...minimum level...at which time the inverter charger will go back to work. If you need to unplug for more than 24 hrs...consider auto gen start or adding solar or both... There is a finite number of aH in the bank...and it needs some form of charge, beit driving, generator, solar, or shore power.
  17. Kevin D Pem

    Solar s

    To little information! Are you saying you bought an RV with installed solar?
  19. Jim

    Stella Vita! - The worlds first solar camper car.

    Today, Solar Team Eindhoven presents the world's first solar powered mobile home called Stella Vita. The vehicle generates enough solar energy to live and drive on. With this, the students are taking the next step towards a sustainable future. On 19 September, the solar house on wheels will hit...
  20. 2016 Winnebago View 24J, Mercedes Diesel, Sleeps 4

    2016 Winnebago View 24J, Mercedes Diesel, Sleeps 4

    ...checkup and service, including new oil in generator, new tv antenna, water tank cleaning/sanitizing. Options and upgrades include new 200w solar, Onan diesel generator, full-body paint, chrome wheels, second rear tv, TireMinder pressure monitoring system, custom cab seat covers, factory...
  21. AbdRahim

    Magnum inverter

    BIM is critical. Make sure your inverter has a Li setting. They charge differently. SES in Nappanee did mine. Go to someone who isreputable and specializes in solar and Li. They should know all of the components that need to be changed. With Li you need to protect your alternator.
  22. S

    Do tankless water heaters work in Colorado?

    Mine is gas/electric but we boondock often and solar/lithium can't keep up when running the fridge on 110 ac. Thus running on gas the elevation creates problems.
  23. Neal

    Make Solar Prep standard on all coaches

    Don't make Solar Prep an option, make it STANDARD in ALL Newmars. This sets Newmar above the others, make every coach "green" solar ready. Solar prep is nothing more than running the 6 AWG wires to the roof and ethernet to the inside. I'm sure the costs could be covered in the sale price...
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