Advice here is so good, need some on solar
I can’t resist going back to the well with another question. Picking up a new Bigfoot this week, wondering if I should have the dealer install a standard solar package or wait until I’m in Quartzsite ...
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No matter who you have install your solar make sure they know what the heck they are doing. Do they have a legitimate business and license? Are they bonded? How long have they been in business? Do they have a long list of references?
I have heard more than one horror story from people having their solar installed by hacks.
One example
On your specific camper one line of concern is how the panels will be mounted. With your fiberglass roof some people are hesitant to use mechanical fasteners. Does the installer have specific experience and recommendations on panel mounting on a BF/NL? How will they run cables? What products do they use to seal the roof?
A basic solar install, especially if it is kit form from a reputable supplier isn't a hard project for a decent installer. One poster above recommended AM Solar. I have also heard good things about them. They will also have a variety of panel sizes to choose from to match the unique profile of your roof. They will understand cable sizing, fusing and connectors. They can run you through the pros and cons of PWM vs. MPPT charge controllers.
I would go a route like AM Solar over some desert Pete personally. The extra money spent on a real pro will be worth it for the piece of mind.
Also the more you personally invest your time into understanding the system the better.
I have heard more than one horror story from people having their solar installed by hacks.
One example
On your specific camper one line of concern is how the panels will be mounted. With your fiberglass roof some people are hesitant to use mechanical fasteners. Does the installer have specific experience and recommendations on panel mounting on a BF/NL? How will they run cables? What products do they use to seal the roof?
A basic solar install, especially if it is kit form from a reputable supplier isn't a hard project for a decent installer. One poster above recommended AM Solar. I have also heard good things about them. They will also have a variety of panel sizes to choose from to match the unique profile of your roof. They will understand cable sizing, fusing and connectors. They can run you through the pros and cons of PWM vs. MPPT charge controllers.
I would go a route like AM Solar over some desert Pete personally. The extra money spent on a real pro will be worth it for the piece of mind.
Also the more you personally invest your time into understanding the system the better.
