solar panel

  1. KE

    Beware the solar panel

    Just a warning to anyone who has the solar panel installed, today I was leaving a park and made a hard right hand turn at a stop light (maybe 5-10mph). All of a sudden my solar panel comes crashing onto the ground in the middle of the road. I pick it up and continue home where I can climb the...
  2. KE

    Solar panel hookup

    I can't imagine it would be this simple, but before I dig into things I thought I would ask. On my 2018, 2108 DS travel trailer, there is a hook up on the outside labeled solar. I'm not looking to do anything extravagant. Can I get a solar panel and simply plug into that to enhance the charge on...
  3. SE

    Solar Panels 2020 Micro Mini 2108TB

    Hi Guys, I have just taken delivery of a 2020 Micro Mini 2108TB, which I purchased privately. I would like to install a solar panel. Unfortunately, the Owner's Manual is as useless as tits on a bull when it comes to details. So, I contacted the dealer who sold the trailer when it was new and...
  4. JO

    2021 Intent Solar Panels

    👋 we got our intent in March. We had one New Powa 200 W solar panel installed. We have the Wet batteries that came with our Intent. What is the recommended vs max watts we would install? It looks like we may be Boondocking from 3 to 4 days at a time. Thanks!
  5. RO

    Drilling 100 watt solar panels into My 2011 Rockwood Roo TPO Roof

    Hello all: My three solar panels are just about ready to have mounted on my TPO roof. I bought the panels from Renogy which included z-brackets and self-drilling cap screws: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BR3KFKE/ref=emc_b_5_i The cap screws are also recommended by...
  6. PL

    Solar panel connection question

    I have a renogy 100 w solar suitcase. Trailer is a 2020 roo 233s. Two questions: 1) The renogy suitcase came with a cord to attach to battery with clips It has an inline fuse. Trailer has two 12v batteries connected together. Do I put one clip on positive and one on negative on a different...
  7. SH

    Want to add additional solar panel to new 18RR...help pls

    I just got a Cherokee Grey Wolf 18RR. It has the juice pack. Controller and panel say they are Waaree brand and I want to add another panel and battery. When I picked it up the salesman said you can plug and play another panel and keep the same controller. He said I could add either another...
  8. RE

    Running Solar Panel Wires

    I’m probably going to be adding at least two more solar panels to the pair of 190-watt panels on the roof now. Additionally, an MPPT controller will be added, located in the pass through compartment right next to where my lifepo4 batteries are mounted. After looking at my options, I think the...
  9. RO

    Solar Panel Charging

    Our old trailer had a single 12 volt battery that we kept charged with a Zamp solar panel when boondocking. Our new trailer will have two 6 volt batteries wired in series. I’m assuming the panel will charge these batteries. Am I missing something?
  10. CA

    Can we recharge 6V batteries with solar panel at pcowered campsite

    Hey everyone, can I recharge my 6V batteries with our 120W solar panel at a powered campsite while being plugged into at the campsite? We are driving about 6 hours -- don't have a generator but will be plugging in at a powered campsite -- can I recharge my 6V batteries at the same time with my...
  11. freewayliving

    Flexible vs. Rigid Solar Panels

    Hello all! We're evaluating our solar panel options, and I'm intrigued by the flexible Allpowers 100W monocrystalline panels. (5.56A, 18V) They only weigh 7lbs! They're about $190 each (41" x 21"), but my thought would be that they could be rounded on the roof so that we could get sun sooner...
  12. MA

    Solar Panel to the Furrion outside plug

    Plugged my solar panel into my Furrion outside plug. Just what all is getting charged? My battery? Or do I have to plug directly to battery? Thanks
  13. TitanMike

    400 watt Solar Panels

    The other day I went shopping at a nearby store and noticed a new "Security Tower" in the parking lot. It was a trailer with an extendable mast supporting several "dome cameras" with a flashing blue light on top. Obviously to record any shady dealings going on in the lot. It was powered with...
  14. GR

    Will a small (7W) plug in solar panel work to keep batteries charged in storage?

    Our Vista 30T is in a storage facility with no power. Can I use, can I, or should I use a small, 12" square, 7W plug in solar panel to keep ANY batteries in the coach charged? Bill
  15. BG

    New Trailer set up for Solar Panels

    I recently Purchased a 2021 Della Terra 291 rk It is setup for Solar Panels. I am thinking on at least a 200 watt system. Does anyone one have experience and recommendations as to what I should buy. Thanks in Advance.
  16. SH

    Solar Panel prewired

    We bought a new Palomino HS 750 truck camper that is prewired for solar or charging the onboard battery, with a positive and negative post on the front of the camper. Question: can i plug a flexible 100 watt solar panel mounted on the roof, directly to those posts, or do i need some kind of...
  17. IanC

    Solar Panel or Not?

    Hi all. I'm in line for an Escape 17A and weighing in on whether or not to get a solar panel installed on the roof. I definitely plan to use a solar panel (no generator) but I'm not sure having it on the roof is the best option. I would appreciate the insight of those of you with experience...
  18. CG

    2021 Heritage Glen Solar panel help

    On our new Heritage Glen 273rl is a roof mounted solar panel. Looking for any information regarding the manufacturer, output, controller location and any other information regarding the system. The camper is still at the dealers and any internet search is finding no information on the system...
  19. MO

    Shore power draw with a solar panel

    My new camper came with the factory installed solar panel and charge controller. I’ve read my setup is not much more than a glorified trickle charger for the battery, but I got to thinking about my seasonal spot. When we’re gone during the week the only real draw will be the 12v fridge running...
  20. LY

    Go Power solar panel

    Hello, am brand new to RVing and have purchased a 2021 Riverstone Legacy 37flth. Got it all set up this past weekend. The Go Power solar panel located inside is flashing a 604 (hot battery). The battery is not hot, all looks normal and such. How do I clear the code? Thank you
  21. RM

    RENOGY Foldable Solar Suitcase Kit 100W Mono Without Charge Controller

    Hi all, Just wondering if anyone has had experience with this suitcase solar panel. It is on for a good price, in fact the cheapest I have seen for 100w. I have the Zamp port so the version I am looking at has no controller. Also, I know I will need to buy a reverse polarity adapter. Anyone...
  22. RO

    Attaching solar panels to my 2011 Rockwood Roo 21SS

    Hey gang: I'd prefer not to drill holes in my roof. I have seen that some people go with either special adhesive or tape to attach their solar panels. Does anyone have any suggestions? Specifically, I will be attaching three tilt brackets for my 3-100 watt panels. Dave
  23. IR

    Solar Panel add on

    We recently purchased a 2021Wolfpup with a solar panel and would like to add a second one. Has anyone added on to theirs and what advice would you be willing to share. Thanks !
  24. DO

    Is this normal? How does Geo Pro Roof Panel work with Portable Solar Panel?

    My 2021 Geo Pro 19BH comes with a 190w rooftop panel and a Go Power charger Controller. I just bought a 150w portable solar panel system with a charger controller. I would like the portable panels to add some juice to the rooftop system. But when I plug in the portable panel charging cable to...
  25. AK

    Solar Panel Question Isata 3

    I have the factory installed solar panels (2 100 watt) on my 2018 Isata 3. I have made the conversion to lithium batteries (2 100 aH Battle Born, PD4060Lithium, Li-BIM and Lithium solar controller). I am considering adding another solar panel. Not sure I have room for 2 more 100 watt panels...

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