panels

  1. TWX

    Removing Roadtrek 210 interior panels for wiring and repairs

    I have no set plans yet requiring me to do this, but I was wondering what the best way of detaching the upholstered interior is, this sort of paneling: The sorts of things I'm looking to do to the vehicle would be installing ham radio equipment, reworking the AV setup, installing a wired...
  2. KB

    Fitting 10 Solar Panels on a 30' RV Roof: Feasibility and Fridge Options

    Jordan Madrid just called. He still doesn't think that we can have 10 panels on the roof unless we replace the refrigerator with a 12v one. I know some of you have 10 panels on the roof, so if you can email me some pictures I'd appreciate it. If you do have 10 panels up there, do you have the...
  3. VW

    Best Ways to Wash a Type B RV With Roof Solar Panels and Pine Sap Issues

    We have a new 2025 Winnebago Solis Pocket 36B, and wondering what solution you all recommend to use to wash it! Living in an area in Arizona in the mountains with tall Ponderosa Pine trees that drop very, very drops of sap. Going to get a ventilated cover ( also need your experienced...
  4. DU

    Mixing Solar Panels: Adding a Different Wattage Panel to an Existing System

    My current setup is a Furion 165w solar panel, 50amp Furion Controller with two 100amp AGM batteries in parallel. I am looking for just a bit more juice out of the system without breaking the bank. Looking at buying the same furion solar panel is odd. I see those for like $500. I am seeing...
  5. AG

    Do Factory-Installed Solar Panels Cause Roof Leaks on Airstreams?

    We are looking into purchasing an air stream and considering factory installed solar panels and are wondering if there are known issues with leakage due to mounting the solar panels on the roof. Thank you in advance for your response.
  6. MikefromAZ

    How to Design and Build FWC Lift Panels: Math, Mechanisms, and Key Measurements

    This is a post for anyone who is tackling the lift panels in their FWC. Whether you’re doing conduit tubes, ABS panels, or sticking with the original wood style, I hope this post will help you understand some of the math behind the lift mechanism. I have an 80s Hawk, and the panels were pretty...
  7. denis4x4

    Personalizing RV Art Panels with Family Photos or Scenic Memories

    There's a generic 12"X 12" framed art piece in the Palazzo half bath that covers access to some plumbing fittings. I removed it and replaced the art with a montage of pet photos we've had over the years. Be sure and reuse the glass as it is shatterproof.
  8. JasoninBRLA

    Mounting Solar Panels Over RV Vents: Methods, Bracket Options, and Lessons Learned

    Has anyone mounted solar over their bathroom/shower fans and plumbing vents. If so how did you mount the panels. I was trying to find these mounts to no luck so was going to make them but can't find the dimensions anywhere. At any rate, has anyone mounted over fan and bath vents?
  9. Herewego247

    Easy Access Mods for Jayco Panels: Hinges, Rivets, and Thumb Screws

    So I know some of you have done this , we wanted to be able to Access with out removing a bunch of screws, NOTE ALL the screw holes are not from us, ( Jayco) we used stainless Rivets and brass screws..
  10. SK

    Flagstaff Solar Not Recharging Lithium Batteries After Disabling App

    We have a 2025 Flagstaff 26SRD that has 2 factory 200w solar panels and a Go Power PWM-30-BT solar controller. About 2 months ago I disabled the solar charging by way of the app. Thought I had all the power off in trailer, but my wife didn't turn off 12v refrigerator. Previously we installed 2...
  11. KI

    2010 Montana 3400RL Control Panel Basics

    Hi, I recently purchased a 2010 Montana 3400rl and this is the first rv I've ever used or owned. I need some basic information about the control panels. The online Keystone Montana owners manual gives instructions like: use stabilizer jacks to make the rig level: but assumes knowledge of which...
  12. Harley Gay

    Adding Solar Panels to an Outback 328RL

    Hey folks. Happy New Year! I have an Outback 328RL with a 200 watt solar panel. I have upgraded my solar controller, converter, and installed an inverter. My question is this... I want to add an additional 200 watt solar panel possibly 2 more. Do I have to use solar panels of the same...
  13. JO

    Portable Solar for Maintaining Lithium Batteries

    For many years I successfully used a folding two panel solar panel to keep the batteries topped up while on long term storage over the winter. Last summer I changed from agm to lithium and of course the higher base or resting lithium charge means that portable panel will not charge adequately...
  14. GO

    2001 American Tradition 40QS Rear Running Light Fuse Location

    We just purchased an American Tradition 40QS. A couple of things - we took a pic of the fusebox diagram to enlarge it, but the words are still blurry. We looked through the manual and online and could not find a clear picture of the fusebox diagram. Does anyone have one? Secondly, the lights...
  15. Gyrophoenix

    Large RV Solar Setup Using Rich Solar Panels

    Providing advice, particularly when it's not solicited, can be a mine-field. No matter what advice is given, there are always those who will disagree, criticize or have their own opinion. And as we all know, opinions are like belly-buttons, everyone has them. I've been RVing since 1970, and...
  16. GeraldnIris

    Trade Wind Solar and Lithium Battery Charging

    Are the solar panels on the Trade Winds enough to keep the lithium batteries charged? Or, is shore power or a generator required from time to time? Also, does the 12 vdc on the vehicle 7 pin contribute to battery charge? What’s your experience?
  17. DA

    Mixing 12V and 18V Eco-Worthy Panels for 12V Battery Charging

    I am using a Eco-Worthy 12V panel ( purchased from ebay) to charge my 12V battery. I wanted to add a second 12V Eco-Wothy panel so I purchased it from ebay, same company (eco-worthy) and same exact advertisement but I received a 18V panel. This 18V panel looks different and is a bit smaller. I...
  18. AZ

    Solar Wattage

    On a full sun day, what should be the approximate maximum output wattage of three panels that I should see on the Victron controller/ monitor? I see around 250 watts on the PV charger.
  19. yourdadthebus

    Will this solar setup work?

    Hey y’all it’s my first time posting here, but I could use some advice. I have a 2012 Thomas Minotaur shortie, I’m still doing demo stuff so I haven’t gotten really to the part of my work of understanding what solar I’d need. But a friend of mine is trying to get rid of the attached panel setup...
  20. BU

    Solar panels

    Has anyone put solar panels on a Pleasureway excel van? do to the curved roof would it be possible? Mine is a 2010 Excel. Thanks
  21. BritCanuck

    ETI provided solar panel vendor?

    Anyone know what make/spec the 200W solar panels that ETI use, or at least used back in 2023? Maybe this one? https://gopowersolar.com/products/200-watt-solar-module/
  22. OL

    Adding portable solar panels to existing rooftop system

    I have a 16fb Caravel with 100 watt solar panel on the roof and a go power GP-PWM-30-UL controller. I would like to add a 200 watt portable solar panel. Two 100 amp Battle Born batteries are installed in the rear under the bed. The controller is installed under the dinette seat in the front...
  23. HA

    Install solar panels

    Hello, I have 2017 thor freedom elite 26he. I want to install solar panels. I found the solar panel wires but not the wires going to the battery. Are they installed or not ? Thank you.
  24. LA

    New to Me 2022 Micro Minnie FLX 2306BHS- I have questions.

    Hi everyone, I’m a new owner of a used 2022 Micro Minnie FLX 2306BHS, and I have several questions. 1. **Solar Panels** - Is there a test, video, or document I can use to verify the operation of the solar panels? How can I tell if they are working correctly? I purchased my trailer on September...
  25. GR

    Can Factory Solar Panels Power RV Essentials During Boondocking?

    We are boo docking for the first time at a concert. Generally, will the factory-installed solar panel power lights, the refrigerator, and electric for small fans? If so, will the solar Kerr the battery charged for three days? I expect the microwave and AC would be too much of a draw? Any...

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