jimh425 wrote:
I'm thinking again about adding solar to my truck camper. I generally don't need it, but still, it would be a nice to have to keep the batteries charged. I have LEDs and this would be mostly to charge batteries for running the furnace at night and minimal fan use during the day.
So the inevitable question comes up. How big should I go? This is important with minimal space on the roof that isn't otherwise occupied. I'd like to be able to go on the roof as needed with taking the panels off.
How much solar power do you have, wish you had?
I question there being an answer that fits all of us. I think the simple answer is dependent upon your use/needs. For me, one 100 AH batters and 130 watts have done the job since 2005. I found the furnace was a hog. I installed a Wave3 and all but eliminated the furnace. For my local and needs, I am okay. If I added more solar, I would need to add a second battery to use the added solar. I would be fixing something that is not broken. The only benefit would be bragging rights. Some folks may need more solar and more than 100 AHs of battery.
Wayne
