I have a small 50 watt Siemens panel I mounted on the roof of my Westy. It just barely keeps up with my 12 v cooler and my ham radio. I believe it to be prudent to not utilize the main battery for anything other than running the engine, lights, etc. I have a small deep cycle coach battery that my camping stuff uses. Go here for details: http://members.fortunecity.com/davebaker1/westy/id20.htm
----- Original Message ----- From: peter hargreave To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Sent: Tuesday, August 06, 2002 2:07 PM Subject: Solar panels and curtains
Wondering whether anybody has setup a solar panel on there westy instead of hooking up a second battery - If so where did you get it - how much was it - difficult to install? |
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