Advice on deep cycle setup?
Hello, I have a Safari van that I've converted into a camper. I replaced the starting battery with a Duracell Ultra Dual Purpose (Starting/Cycling) Battery that cost $105 (got it at batteries ...
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Hi,
Hotel service are the various parasitic loads that occur in most vehicles and RV's.
Alternator would be good--but it is a major expense compared to solar.
Yes you need panels because lead acid batteries, to have a "many cycle" life span, require topping up to 100% state of charge as often as possible.
BTW Mex is on a cell phone connection that is sometimes quite flaky and data rates are quite poor.
This is one place to look for panels:
https://www.solarblvd.com/products/12-volt-200-watt-solar-panel-kit-with-free-shipping/
Hotel service are the various parasitic loads that occur in most vehicles and RV's.
Alternator would be good--but it is a major expense compared to solar.
Yes you need panels because lead acid batteries, to have a "many cycle" life span, require topping up to 100% state of charge as often as possible.
BTW Mex is on a cell phone connection that is sometimes quite flaky and data rates are quite poor.
This is one place to look for panels:
https://www.solarblvd.com/products/12-volt-200-watt-solar-panel-kit-with-free-shipping/
JohnnyGood wrote:
I do not have the inverter on overnight ... (not sure what "hotel service" means) ...
It sounds like the alternator change is critical (?).
If alternator keeps it charged during the cooking, do I need panels?
If so, what solar panel/s do you suggest?
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