Brettmm92 wrote:
Another thing that I wish I put in the original question is that I'm aware an inverter is needed to convert the dc power from the panels to ac. Do the travel trailer wires that connect to the battery have their own inverter or something? And where would I install that? I'd imagine that I'd have to fiddle with the wiring inside as leaving an inverter outside sounds like a bad idea to me
Inverter can be a bit complex depending on size. Less than 300 watts can be installed easy behind the breaker panel, use the main 12v connection for power, and connect to the panel with a transfer switch.
If you are going 2000 watts you need four batteries minimum and inverter needs to be mounted close to the battery. Then pull wire to the breaker panel, drag your main cord around and plug in direct, or add an inverter outlet in the living space.
Lots of ways to do this depending on your expectations.