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Some time back I inquired about taking over this thread to both the OP and moderator and got no response. As a result I started a new updated thread click here. I'll check recent posts in this thread for any updates to my thread.

Oz has been added.

moderator is the OP. We need renoman69 back....

Hopefully Moderator is reading and will add link to the List.

Read about misfortunes with your old portable. Yes, this is what it does - plops down in the wind. This is what I don't like about them. Mine did it twice while I was toying with it before installing onto the roof. With a loud "bang". I was lucky there was no rocks around.

I just posted my install on my small travel trailer: http://www.rv.net/forum/index.cfm/fuseaction/thread/tid/28829688/gotomsg/28829688/p/1.cfm#28829688

I took plenty of inspiration from these.

smkettner wrote:
Just connect one of the main feeds to the pink side and you are good to go.

I prefer this drawing. Basically the same either way.

One feed to the pink side and the other to the green OR as he shows above, positive lead from one 12V set and one from the other . This provides better balance if you are drawing or charging at high current. Which you probably will be.

Also, when connecting or disconnecting the feed line, for safety, ALWAYS ground (negative)is last on and first off. This will prevent nasty surprise if the wrench slips while connected to the positive post.

I always remove my wrist watch (metal strap) and wedding ring and wear safety glasses when working with batteries. I also have the handle end of the wrench insulated either with rubber tubing or a few layers of PVC electrical tape.

gatorcq wrote:
Bumping back to the Top - as this post has been quite.
Also, after reading many of the post. How many people have gone to a MPPT with a high voltage system? Over 40 VOC ?

Mine is 90VOC with an Outback FM80. It's in the list of builds.

There are more recent solar installations in this thread.

Why not opening a new thread, I wonder.
I think "most" people with MPPT choose controllers with over 40 VOC. You are not going to find too many quality MPPT with VOC as low as 40 (if any at all).

Bumping back to the Top - as this post has been quite.
Also, after reading many of the post. How many people have gone to a MPPT with a high voltage system? Over 40 VOC ?