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Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects

04-14-2008, 03:59 AM

Replies: 18

Solar Panel

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Posted By markopolo

I moved this topic from General to Tweaks, Mods &...

I moved this topic from General to Tweaks, Mods & Projects.

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I installed the panels this weekend.
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Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects

04-08-2008, 04:56 AM

Replies: 18

Solar Panel

Views: 20,349

Posted By markopolo

I've finished making my custom solar panel mounts...

I've finished making my custom solar panel mounts / brackets.

https://www.classbforum.com/attachments/photobucket/img_2557_0_4c761cd00100f4c69dccdf052b4b15fb.jpg
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Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects

03-30-2008, 02:55 PM

Replies: 18

Solar Panel

Views: 20,349

Posted By markopolo

I found a water resistant fitting that will...

I found a water resistant fitting that will secure the wires that connect to the solar panel:

https://www.classbforum.com/attachments/photobucket/img_2516_0_f0f98adfe8d152ec5103c9bbe999f9ba.jpg
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Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects

03-04-2008, 03:49 AM

Replies: 18

Solar Panel

Views: 20,349

Posted By markopolo

I'm starting to think about how to install my...

I'm starting to think about how to install my solar panels. My RV is still under a cover (https://www.classbforum.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=587) but I think I know where on the roof they'll go.

I read...

Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects

12-20-2007, 04:05 AM

Replies: 18

Solar Panel

Views: 20,349

Posted By markopolo

Good point re: the furnace paulm. I listed...

Good point re: the furnace paulm.

I listed Amps used by common RV items here:

https://www.classbforum.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=345

Some of the current draws are surprising.

Yes, I put a...

Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects

12-19-2007, 01:27 PM

Replies: 18

Solar Panel

Views: 20,349

Posted By markopolo

Concise explanation of MPPT (maximum power point...

Concise explanation of MPPT (maximum power point tracking) charge controllers here:

https://www.solar-electric.com/charge_controls/mppt.htm

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Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects

12-19-2007, 03:31 AM

Replies: 18

Solar Panel

Views: 20,349

Posted By markopolo

Yes, I'll keep you up-to-date re: my solar...

Yes, I'll keep you up-to-date re: my solar project 8)

I'll move it to Tweaks, Mods & Projects or the B+ Motorhome Forum when I get started on it.

I want to keep this thread going for solar...

Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects

12-16-2007, 01:18 AM

Replies: 18

Solar Panel

Views: 20,349

Posted By markopolo

After using all these calculators......... ...

After using all these calculators......... :rolleyes: I went ahead & bought a matching 40 watt panel. This project will probably go over $500 now :cry:

The 40 watt panels were $169.99 here:...

Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects

12-16-2007, 12:01 AM

Replies: 18

Solar Panel

Views: 20,349

Posted By markopolo

Another calculator here: ...

Another calculator here:

https://www.where-rv-now.com/Notes/Solar/

It lets you enter your location latitude.

Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects

12-15-2007, 12:48 AM

Replies: 18

Solar Panel

Views: 20,349

Posted By markopolo

There's a solar sizing calculator for RV's here: ...

There's a solar sizing calculator for RV's here:

https://www.carmanah.com Solar sizing (https://www.carmanah.com/content/products/gopower/solarsizingcalculator/PowerDemand.aspx)

I think their...

Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects

12-14-2007, 07:20 PM

Replies: 18

Solar Panel

Views: 20,349

Posted By markopolo

I'm no expert in this area, but here's how I'd...

I'm no expert in this area, but here's how I'd calculate it:

Basically, you’ll be running from your house batteries. Van alternator, generator, solar panels – are used to charge your batteries.
...

Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects

12-14-2007, 07:02 AM

Replies: 18

Solar Panel

Views: 20,349

Posted By markopolo

Re: Solar Panel

Well, I picked up a used 40 watt Mono-Crystalline panel (4 or 5 years old) and a new Morningstar SunSaver 6 Charge Controller on eBay tonight. The sellers feedback indicated other purchasers are...

Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects

12-12-2007, 03:40 AM

Replies: 18

Solar Panel

Views: 20,349

Posted By markopolo

I've been reading about Uni-Solar's products. It...

I've been reading about Uni-Solar's products. It uses Amorphous Triple Junction silicon solar cells.
...

Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects

12-09-2007, 04:57 PM

Replies: 18

Solar Panel

Views: 20,349

Posted By markopolo

I've still got a lot of research to do. :D ...

I've still got a lot of research to do. :D

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Nice package here:

https://www.solarpanelstore.com_RV...

Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects

12-09-2007, 12:53 AM

Replies: 18

Solar Panel

Views: 20,349

Posted By markopolo

Solar Panel

I'd like to put a solar panel on my current RV to charge the batteries. I had one on my Roadtrek. More info on that here:

https://www.classbforum.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=501

Some of our...

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