Solar Power

Hop · Hop

Hi all does anyone have a Duoetto hot water system and if so how does it preform on 12 volts

mr glassies · mr glassies

I need a power chill pill for my wife . Something to stop her from using the excess power in the batteries . It's the 240 side she uses . Washing machine , toaster , jug , wax melter , massager , drill battery charger , she drives me nuts . Lmdo . Thanks m8 for a system that works beyond my expectations. Dibs...

8Baker · 8Baker

Hi all, I'm from the UK and about to start work converting a Coaster into a passion wagon for me and the missus while we are here in sunny (hahah, I'm in vic, snow on the ground) Australia. I'm experienced with solar installations, and have a range of suppliers in the UK that I use, I know their ups and downs...

goldcoaster · goldcoaster

Can I use this panel on a Motorhome or caravan , came off my son in laws roof. If so what reg would be needed for 2 of them. Cheers Mick

Stratman77 · Stratman77

I have been comparing various (and many) 200watt panels, and my van repairer (a very well informed guy) recommended a flexible panel for a variety of reasons. But there is a problem of how to fix it (bond/glue) it to the roof to provide adequate airspace/insulation to maintain as close to the 25 degree...

Jewel · Jewel

Hi all, I am slowly outfitting my IMAX van as a camper home.After much research I have decided to purchase an Engel MT45FC-P 40lt fridge/freezer combi. The stats say the DC power consumption is... Variable from 0.5 to 2.7 AMPS Maximum. At the moment I can't put solar panels on the roof as I am waiti...

Craig1 · Craig1

Thinking of making a "aluminium tray " for underneath of roof rack mounted solar panel to cut down on wind noise,maybe?, The bottom of tray will still be 50mm above Landcruiser roof to give some heat relief and leading edge will be shaped a bit to blend into cross bar as well as hold it there. A bit like sit...

Megafishaholic · Megafishaholic

Recently bought and fitted a wireless rear view camera from Jaycar (300$) .It has a large monitor which I fitted on the dashboar, the camera was fitted on the number plate of the van and is powered by the number plate light power. it has a range of 80 meters and works well when reversing in a caravan park et...

Reed · Reed

For some reason, power from our solar panels is decreasing. We are in region of 75% total eclipse. Reed and Elaine

Col Rennie · Col Rennie

Guys , My wife and I are getting ready travel in the out back and are not sure how, if at all we need to cover all our vents in the van to keep the dust out . Is this an issue to prepare for ? If so any ideas the best way to cover the vents? apprecrate the support

BOBBEAR · BOBBEAR

Hi. I did have 2 panels fitted to my recently purchased van. After my last trip I now have 1. I don't know what size the missing panel was but the existing one is a 90watt. Can I fit a 250 watt to run together with this.

Reed · Reed

Our son Cary finished fabricating the solar/LFP array on our 2002 Roadtrek 190. There are two panels: 315 W and 100 W. Since they have different voltages, he had to utilize two chargers. The cabling is run though the a/c housing and down the corner of the left rear door. The battery suite is two x 180 amp (...

Bowman · Bowman

Our Dometic 3 way full size fridge freezer has died after 12 years. We need to replace it, but the cost of a similar fridge is very expensive. We understand there is a household Samsung fridge that is used in vans, and would appreciate any feedback on these. We have 2 x 120 batteries, no solar. If anyone ca...

goldcoaster · goldcoaster

Where the wires go in at the bottom of regulator , you have symbols of solar panel , battery and light . Light what is this used for ? Can I have a couple of wires coming out of light to a Anderson plug to use stand alone solar panels when the roof ones are in shade.

Reed · Reed

Went through other sub-fora and found nothing on reducing solar loading. We just purchased and trialed an aluminized open weave sail screen netting. We only got a 8' x 7' section to cover the rear of our 34' fifth wheel (11 m). It greatly reduced solar loading and probably reduced internal temperatur...

Thisguyloveslife · Thisguyloveslife

Hi, Have a new age van with Kenwood Media Sceen is on with no picture Have tried reset but to no avail Can these be repaired or better to replace with something else. Cheers Neil

Martin_QLD · Martin_QLD

We have a camper with 2x100 amh batteries and 250 watt solar panels so far we have not had any issues with the batteries not getting enough charge, however we do live in Queensland. We are planning a trip south and I am expecting the sun to stay in Queensland and not follow us. Would a DC to DC charger be enou...

Hughcr · Hughcr

Hi All Any VW T4 owners know about upgrading headlight globes? I think ours are the originals from 2003 and they're like torch light. Reminds me of my old 6v beetle. Didn't expect this issue when we bought the van so would appreciate any advice. Don't really want to spend a fortune on it... Hugh

kezngaz · kezngaz

Has anybody use sikaflex or the like to secure panel framework to roof of caravan, so as not to have to drill too many holes.....just a thought.. Cheers. Kezngaz.

mr glassies · mr glassies

HI guys might be a dumb question but is there something in the air up here in wa were neer broom and have noticed our input has dropped of . If this isn't the case my panels are dying at the same rate dibs -- Edited by mr glassies on Saturday 24th of June 2017 11:16:56 AM

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Hot water (Preview) Hi all does anyone have a Duoetto hot water system and if so how does it preform on 12 volts	Hop	2	1632	10:01 AM Sep 27, 2017 by macka17
	Need a power chill pill (Preview) I need a power chill pill for my wife . Something to stop her from using the excess power in the batteries . It's the 240 side she uses . Washing machine , toaster , jug , wax melter , massager , drill battery charger , she drives me nuts . Lmdo . Thanks m8 for a system that works beyond my expectations. Dibs...	mr glassies	18	3190	11:09 PM Sep 23, 2017 by macka17
	Online companies for purchasing panels, batteries etc. (Preview) Hi all, I'm from the UK and about to start work converting a Coaster into a passion wagon for me and the missus while we are here in sunny (hahah, I'm in vic, snow on the ground) Australia. I'm experienced with solar installations, and have a range of suppliers in the UK that I use, I know their ups and downs...	8Baker	13	3589	03:21 PM Sep 22, 2017 by macka17
	Can i use this panel on my motorhome ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Can I use this panel on a Motorhome or caravan , came off my son in laws roof. If so what reg would be needed for 2 of them. Cheers Mick	goldcoaster	34	6758	10:44 AM Sep 22, 2017 by macka17
	Fixing flexible solar panels to van roof ( 1 2 ) (Preview) I have been comparing various (and many) 200watt panels, and my van repairer (a very well informed guy) recommended a flexible panel for a variety of reasons. But there is a problem of how to fix it (bond/glue) it to the roof to provide adequate airspace/insulation to maintain as close to the 25 degree...	Stratman77	35	12700	07:08 PM Sep 19, 2017 by mr glassies
	Engel fridge and solar panels (Preview) Hi all, I am slowly outfitting my IMAX van as a camper home.After much research I have decided to purchase an Engel MT45FC-P 40lt fridge/freezer combi. The stats say the DC power consumption is... Variable from 0.5 to 2.7 AMPS Maximum. At the moment I can't put solar panels on the roof as I am waiti...	Jewel	16	6006	02:17 AM Sep 6, 2017 by Muzzlehatch
	Tray for roof rack solar panel (Preview) Thinking of making a "aluminium tray " for underneath of roof rack mounted solar panel to cut down on wind noise,maybe?, The bottom of tray will still be 50mm above Landcruiser roof to give some heat relief and leading edge will be shaped a bit to blend into cross bar as well as hold it there. A bit like sit...	Craig1	12	3375	01:41 AM Sep 6, 2017 by Muzzlehatch
	Caravan rear view cameras (Preview) Recently bought and fitted a wireless rear view camera from Jaycar (300$) .It has a large monitor which I fitted on the dashboar, the camera was fitted on the number plate of the van and is powered by the number plate light power. it has a range of 80 meters and works well when reversing in a caravan park et...	Megafishaholic	1	1528	11:41 AM Sep 3, 2017 by macka17
	Solar Ecllips (Preview) For some reason, power from our solar panels is decreasing. We are in region of 75% total eclipse. Reed and Elaine	Reed	4	2112	10:54 PM Aug 30, 2017 by Reed
	Keeping dust out .covering vents? (Preview) Guys , My wife and I are getting ready travel in the out back and are not sure how, if at all we need to cover all our vents in the van to keep the dust out . Is this an issue to prepare for ? If so any ideas the best way to cover the vents? apprecrate the support	Col Rennie	5	2573	03:41 PM Aug 30, 2017 by C00P
	Solar Power (Preview) Hi. I did have 2 panels fitted to my recently purchased van. After my last trip I now have 1. I don't know what size the missing panel was but the existing one is a 90watt. Can I fit a 250 watt to run together with this.	BOBBEAR	3	1736	09:36 AM Aug 26, 2017 by Aus-Kiwi
	Solar/LFP Roadtrek 190 (Preview) Our son Cary finished fabricating the solar/LFP array on our 2002 Roadtrek 190. There are two panels: 315 W and 100 W. Since they have different voltages, he had to utilize two chargers. The cabling is run though the a/c housing and down the corner of the left rear door. The battery suite is two x 180 amp (...	Reed	9	1548	06:05 AM Aug 24, 2017 by Reed
	Replace fridge/freezer (Preview) Our Dometic 3 way full size fridge freezer has died after 12 years. We need to replace it, but the cost of a similar fridge is very expensive. We understand there is a household Samsung fridge that is used in vans, and would appreciate any feedback on these. We have 2 x 120 batteries, no solar. If anyone ca...	Bowman	16	2369	10:21 AM Aug 22, 2017 by macka17
	Solar Regulator (Preview) Where the wires go in at the bottom of regulator , you have symbols of solar panel , battery and light . Light what is this used for ? Can I have a couple of wires coming out of light to a Anderson plug to use stand alone solar panels when the roof ones are in shade.	goldcoaster	3	1630	09:41 AM Aug 22, 2017 by macka17
	Reducing solar loading (Preview) Went through other sub-fora and found nothing on reducing solar loading. We just purchased and trialed an aluminized open weave sail screen netting. We only got a 8' x 7' section to cover the rear of our 34' fifth wheel (11 m). It greatly reduced solar loading and probably reduced internal temperatur...	Reed	5	2596	05:08 AM Aug 21, 2017 by Reed
	Ken wood Media (Preview) Hi, Have a new age van with Kenwood Media Sceen is on with no picture Have tried reset but to no avail Can these be repaired or better to replace with something else. Cheers Neil	Thisguyloveslife	3	1715	07:33 PM Jul 27, 2017 by Cruising Cruze
	DC to DC Charger (Preview) We have a camper with 2x100 amh batteries and 250 watt solar panels so far we have not had any issues with the batteries not getting enough charge, however we do live in Queensland. We are planning a trip south and I am expecting the sun to stay in Queensland and not follow us. Would a DC to DC charger be enou...	Martin_QLD	16	3776	11:33 AM Jul 26, 2017 by markf
	VW T4 Camper headlight conversion VW T4 headlight conversion LED headlights (Preview) Hi All Any VW T4 owners know about upgrading headlight globes? I think ours are the originals from 2003 and they're like torch light. Reminds me of my old 6v beetle. Didn't expect this issue when we bought the van so would appreciate any advice. Don't really want to spend a fortune on it... Hugh	Hughcr	16	5018	12:44 PM Jul 20, 2017 by T1 Terry
	Glueing panels to roof? ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Has anybody use sikaflex or the like to secure panel framework to roof of caravan, so as not to have to drill too many holes.....just a thought.. Cheers. Kezngaz.	kezngaz	51	7612	05:11 PM Jul 18, 2017 by T1 Terry
	Solar blackout (Preview) HI guys might be a dumb question but is there something in the air up here in wa were neer broom and have noticed our input has dropped of . If this isn't the case my panels are dying at the same rate dibs -- Edited by mr glassies on Saturday 24th of June 2017 11:16:56 AM	mr glassies	9	1914	11:31 PM Jul 6, 2017 by Aus-Kiwi
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