Can you mount solar above vents?
Is there any reason not to mount solar panels above attic or tank vents?
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2 reasons not to mount above the vent lid: 1) if y want to be able to open it a little, you'll mount it high and there will be more air resistance when driving,
and 2) it will block the lid from fully opening, less air flow for you when camping.
#2 will be TAD countered by the shade the panel provides.
There is no reason not to mount it directly above the tank vent - I did. The roof slopes downwards there, and while the panel is ~6" above the roof at this point, it is just barely higher that the crown of the roof. You need to leave a few inches between the panel and roof anyway. Make sure there is a few degrees slope on the panel, to shed rain water and dust.
and 2) it will block the lid from fully opening, less air flow for you when camping.
#2 will be TAD countered by the shade the panel provides.
There is no reason not to mount it directly above the tank vent - I did. The roof slopes downwards there, and while the panel is ~6" above the roof at this point, it is just barely higher that the crown of the roof. You need to leave a few inches between the panel and roof anyway. Make sure there is a few degrees slope on the panel, to shed rain water and dust.
