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Twistedlarch's avatar
Twistedlarch
Explorer
Mar 25, 2020

How are your solar panels mounted?

How do you all have your panels mounted on your roof? Does anyone have a set up that allows you to angle in any direction to maximize sun exposure?

Thanks
Brian

45 Replies

  • My panels are mounted flat on roof .... mounting brackets fastened to roof with 3M double sided tape. Mount brackets have option to add tilt bar for the panels if I am parked for extended period.
  • That's the reason why I did not mount mine on the roof.

    Besides, I want my campsite under trees and tucked in the forest -- I can move my panel and need not the RV.
  • I read that 7 times on the roof is the average for panel adjustment. Most just add one additional panel and they are good to go.
  • jdc1's avatar
    jdc1
    Explorer II
    Who wants to climb up there to move it every hour? You'll end up wrecking your roof eventually (retired general contractor). You'll get 6 hours+ of great sunlight even in winter if they are mounted as they should be.
  • 4 two-bolt brackets per panel. Nope, just two directions.