Truck Camper Solar CHG, Solar panels to chg battreies
Truck Camper Solar CHG, Solar panels to chg battreies
JADE RACING |
Mar 28 2019, 02:35 PM
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Group: Members Posts: 46 Joined: 12-December 14 Member No.: 7,895 Favorite Truck Camper(s): adventurer Type and Brand of Truck(s) Owned: 07 gmc 3500 dually D/A Type of Tiedowns used: torklift/fastguns Truck and Camper Setup: 07GMC3500 dually diesel/auto airbags torklift tiedowns/fastguns 56 gal transferflow tank banks spd brake/tuner;06 adventurer 106DBS 2.5ownan geny awning topper torklift stairs remote bbq rear awning ext trl hitch/basket for sewer tote |
Am interested in solar panels to install on the roof of our t/camper. Has anybody gone thru this experience and willing to pas on some info about your experience?
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wintertree |
Apr 18 2019, 02:08 PM
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Group: Members Posts: 30 Joined: 30-January 18 Member No.: 9,949 Favorite Truck Camper(s): Lance Type and Brand of Truck(s) Owned: Snowbird 108DS Type of Tiedowns used: torklift Truck and Camper Setup: 2016 F-450..upgraded overload springs...Torklift tie downs...single slide Hard wall camper with dry bath...solar...inverter...genset..full thermal package...extra black and grey tankage...kayak and paddle board |
QUOTE(JADE RACING @ Mar 28 2019, 01:35 PM) Am interested in solar panels to install on the roof of our t/camper. Has anybody gone thru this experience and willing to pas on some info about your experience? I have always put solar on my Rv's....Especially important if you are not plugged into a campsite somewhere....keeps your batteries in good shape... What are you looking for ? Wes.....2006 108DS Snowbird / 2016 F-450 |
JADE RACING |
Apr 19 2019, 09:34 AM
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Group: Members Posts: 46 Joined: 12-December 14 Member No.: 7,895 Favorite Truck Camper(s): adventurer Type and Brand of Truck(s) Owned: 07 gmc 3500 dually D/A Type of Tiedowns used: torklift/fastguns Truck and Camper Setup: 07GMC3500 dually diesel/auto airbags torklift tiedowns/fastguns 56 gal transferflow tank banks spd brake/tuner;06 adventurer 106DBS 2.5ownan geny awning topper torklift stairs remote bbq rear awning ext trl hitch/basket for sewer tote |
Wes, We have gone the full range of RV's and are on our 2nd T/C which I have been upgrading since purchasing. Presently , have onboard Onan 2500 propane geny, 2 deep cycle golf cart batteries, upgraded converter with 4 stage charger , full led lighting replacement, double cooling fans on back side of refer, upgraded water supply system- filtration & pump, plus many more small upgrades. What I desire is keeping the batteries topped up while camping off grid. I am a DIY person whom likes to investigate before investing
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wintertree |
Apr 19 2019, 10:02 AM
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Group: Members Posts: 30 Joined: 30-January 18 Member No.: 9,949 Favorite Truck Camper(s): Lance Type and Brand of Truck(s) Owned: Snowbird 108DS Type of Tiedowns used: torklift Truck and Camper Setup: 2016 F-450..upgraded overload springs...Torklift tie downs...single slide Hard wall camper with dry bath...solar...inverter...genset..full thermal package...extra black and grey tankage...kayak and paddle board |
QUOTE(JADE RACING @ Apr 19 2019, 08:34 AM) Wes, We have gone the full range of RV's and are on our 2nd T/C which I have been upgrading since purchasing. Presently , have onboard Onan 2500 propane geny, 2 deep cycle golf cart batteries, upgraded converter with 4 stage charger , full led lighting replacement, double cooling fans on back side of refer, upgraded water supply system- filtration & pump, plus many more small upgrades. What I desire is keeping the batteries topped up while camping off grid. I am a DIY person whom likes to investigate before investing Well Solar to someone as obviously prepared as you is a must....but there are a few things to consider before pulling the trigger....There are area's of solar where money can be saved (panels.....most are china born now....but they are excellent at a fraction of the cost they once were).....the "brains" of the system is your controller...the market is flooded with cheap ...no name type controllers that do the very minimum....and can actually damage your batteries because of poor charging profiles...You are all ready leaps ahead of the curve because you understand the need for intelligent battery charging (4 stage)....Secret is to build a solar system on your RV that meets your needs....is upgradable (you can add more panels if you desire)....smart (choose a controller that has a display....adjustable charging profiles....battery type selector...etc)....Then install it properly (not hard) Next would be to choose between a PWM or a MPPT type controller....They both have their pro's and cons.....As I have been a RV tech for years I have had a lot of experience in this field and would be happy to go over things with you prior to taking the leap.... Please pass on specific questions to me about the process and your needs and I can help....I presently have 3 RV;'s My large boat (43' trawler) has 500 watts on the pilot house roof....My TC has 200 watts installed.....and my full time home (also an RV....42' Redwood 5'er) has 150 watts installed just for battery care... Wes |
Meen |
Jun 25 2022, 06:22 AM
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Group: Members Posts: 2 Joined: 25-June 22 Member No.: 10,202 Favorite Truck Camper(s): Ford Type and Brand of Truck(s) Owned: 4x4 Ford Type of Tiedowns used: Custom Truck and Camper Setup: Air bags, Luxury Interior, Sound system |
QUOTE(wintertree @ Apr 18 2019, 02:08 PM) I have always put solar on my Rv's....Especially important if you are not plugged into a campsite somewhere....keeps your batteries in good shape... What are you looking for ? Used Rvs for sale Tucson Wes.....2006 108DS Snowbird / 2016 F-450 Hi Mate, I'm looking for an used rvs for sale tucson. Can you help me to get this? |
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