Advice for my charging situation? Solar?
Hi folks - This is for my minivan. I have: - 24 hour usage around 1 kilowatt, on average. Half a kw on a lazy day (which usually = a cloudy or rainy day, for me). Max I have read on the kill...
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MrWizard wrote:
GVWR is a combination of springs and axle and tires
tires can be replaced, air lifts or bags can be added, springs can be added or replaced
I have beefed up tires and springs. I read in another thread that manufacturers do not reveal WHAT is the limiting factor. Is that true?
with good weather the solar might extend your stay
but if rains for two days after you reach the campsite, you will be ready to move for recharge before the rain stops
a generator doesn't need the sun
True. I'm not using tools in the rain, but I might use more heat.
i say get both IF you can..but if $$ are tight, buy the genny first and solar later
some will come on here and say i have solar and never run my generator
and they have a large roof, a healthy solar array and a large ampHr battery bank and a fridge on LP, and no power tools
non of which matches your situation
Yes, the weight and roof size are pretty limiting in my small rig.
You are right that I will likely eventually get both if I keep camping. I have some health issues, so I never know how long I can keep camping. So I invest a bit each year. So far, so good!
