>Well, David Schwarze started it and I'm following into his footsteps. We >both have a set of 4 solar panels, each 1 by 4 ft. in size. The set is >rated at 87 Watt. David has his already installed, while I'm struggling to >find time on a rainless day. > > Very cool! Do you intend to add batteries to store collected energy > or use the existing battery only? Yes, Michael, that's the plan. The Camper is already set up for 2 batteries, where the 2nd is dedicated to run the fridge. The solar panels are merely a second source of charging power. Eventually, I hope to afford an inverter and run other things besides the fridge. -- Sami -- Sami ('75 Westf.) dakhlia@wuecona.wustl.edu
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