Randy,
I'm happy to see your still kickin it here on TC.net!
Some good advice here from Hot-Rod, thanks Dave.
Randy,
I was curious if you gave any more consideration to solar?
I added a panel to my rig, and it has made my batteries much happier, not to mention I don't run my engine anymore for quick charges.
With how gas prices are going I really think some solar is the smart move.
Solar wont replace a Genny in our situations. The goal is to suppliment it to keep it's usage down.
Thoughts?
For me,
I have to say that it's easily one of the better investments I've made.
I've spent over a year now out on the road In this little rig, and boy am I ready to upgrade!
I've decided I'm going to do a Cutaway Box Van conversion a lot like yours, but am going to use the GMC 3500 w/16' box.
My little tiny 85 watt panel does well for my current set up, but
My plan is for 10 of them on that 16' box!(**It could fit 14**) ---> 850 Watts in full sun, that's about 50 amps or so. Average of 3 sun hours a day,
that's 150 AH a day I can burn before I have to think about a Genny. When it's cloudy I'd have to cut back or run the Genny more.
Buying the truck next month if everything goes according to plan.
Keep up the good work Man, I love reading your posts about your truck! GOOD STUFF!
~N.W.~
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