Feedback on this solar kit?
Hello, I see Harbor Freight has this kit on sale for $140. Yes, I know it's probably the cheapest cheesiest thing I could probably buy because it's from HF, but it's my first endeavor into solar charg...
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It would've been difficult to spend a two thousand dollars on RV solar system these days, unless this includes the labor. In parts, 700W system - hard to fit more on the roof - will cost around $1,300-1,500 including inverter and all the wires. Not including batteries - this is a separate subject, and often people already have enough batts.
What people sometimes don't realize is that $400 may get them a 300-350W system that would cover most of their offgrid needs - or all the needs, depending on lifestyle. It does require some work to install, but it will cover pretty much all your needs, other than air conditioner, and possibly - microwave (MW would require a better inverter = more $). You would be able to camp in the middle of nowhere, or stay in cheaper camps without hookups. 45W system doesn't come even close.
What people sometimes don't realize is that $400 may get them a 300-350W system that would cover most of their offgrid needs - or all the needs, depending on lifestyle. It does require some work to install, but it will cover pretty much all your needs, other than air conditioner, and possibly - microwave (MW would require a better inverter = more $). You would be able to camp in the middle of nowhere, or stay in cheaper camps without hookups. 45W system doesn't come even close.
