Solar Power
My Class C is a 2003 so eventually I might have to replace the generator. I wonder about going solar. Our camping is a mixture of sites with elec. hook-up and no hook-ups. We like national parks which...
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Jayco-noslide wrote:
what I would need to go mostly solar?
300W solar array (or more), controller and at least 200AH battery bank. I would put as much panel wattage as there is room on the roof.
You would also need to camp "mostly" in the open.
Would I have to have different from my 2 middle size deep cycle batteries.
At least 200AH.
Best, I assume to have the panels mounted on the roof?
Yes.
Could I run the AC, even at night?
You mean, even at day? Not likely.
Approximate cost?
$1.50 per watt maybe, parts cost, all included.
Would I give up anything
You would have to camp in the open. Some people carry portable systems that they install in the open, while parked in the shade, and run 50-70ft cable, might work if you don't move the camp often.
