Date:         Wed, 1 Nov 2000 15:41:03 -0700
Reply-To:     John Klun <jklun@GJ.NET>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         John Klun <jklun@GJ.NET>
Subject:      Re: Solar Power
Comments: To: Richard Young <RichardY@DOWNEASTCONCEPTS.COM>
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I subscribe to the Real Goods catalogue since I live off the grid (no solar
panels yet but a big generator, batteries and an inverter).  They do have solar
panel kits for campers and motor homes.  You might even find these on their web
site-
www.realgoods.com.

Richard Young wrote:

> A few months ago, I looked into putting a solar panel into the '91.  I do
> alot of field recording.  Last nite I did String Cheese Incident for all you
> cheeseheads.  I was looking for a way to recharge my portable batteries.  I
> called up a catalog company called "Real Goods".  I think they are also
> online?  www.realgoods.com    They do alot of work with volks who want to go
> offline.  We had a great conversation about options for the van.  Putting in
> a deep cell battery, what type of panel is needed.  They were and are still
> very helpful.  The requirements for recharging the recording
> batteries,running a laptop and all auxillary lights inside the van were
> taken into account.  If my memory serves me correctly,  (Old age 29!!!!!) I
> think the battery would fit exactly into the compartment behind the drivers
> seat.  When the spring time rolls around, I am going to do put a solar panel
> on the van with a deep cell battery.
>
> I also remember seeing a solar powered fan in their catalog.  Might be worth
> a try.
>
> Just my .02 cents worth
>
> Rich
> The Buoy Master
> Busses by the Buoy
> '91 Westy
> '75 Westy
>
> Recording info:
> Earthworks
> Lunatec V-2
> Apogee A/D1000
> Tascam DA-P1