Max-4 wrote:
This Salem FSX comes with a new large ever-chill 11 cu ft 12v refrigerator standard.
My other option is to add the $850 solar package from the factory which includes a "Roof mounted 190 watt solar panel, 30 amp controller and battery". So am assuming this adds a second group 24 battery for a total of two after the one the trailer comes with. So I would have two group 24 batteries in my bank and the solar system to charge them. The dealer also recommended upgrading the two batteries to group 27 batteries at a cost of $280.
After reading a little bit it sounds like these new 12v refrigerators are pretty efficient and dont draw too much. I want the ability to go off grid for 48-72 hours and run the fridge as well as lights, stereo and charge devices. I understand this is dependant on sunshine and our usage but do you think its possible? the ad on ever-chills website said the fridge is sustainable with a 200 watt solar pannel and two batteries.
What would you guys recommend for my needs? I am kind of hoping that we can get by with the larger 12v fridge, solar package and two batteries in my bank. Thanks in advance for your time!!!
Welcome to the forums!
Definitely go with the 12 volt fridge.
I would add a dc to DC charger for use when towing. One with a 20 amp output will serve you well and make sure you arrive with a full battery bank.
https://www.amazon.ca/Renogy-Battery-Batteries-Multi-Stage-Charging/dp/B07Q5VYPCF/ref=asc_df_B07Q5VYPCF/?tag=googleshopc0c-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=335950807635&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=743853709765311581&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9001253&hvtargid=pla-728968810259&psc=1$950 is a rip off price.
If you are "handy" with tools you can do MUCH better.
This series of articles may help you "size" the solar system:
https://freecampsites.net/adding-solar/They have a pretty good trip planner, too (and yes there are lots of Canadian sites listed).
Most Federal Parks do have power. Many of the Provincial ones do too. Ontario is famous for needing LONG extension cords. The exception is BC where few of the Provincial parks have power.
