Date:         Wed, 17 May 1995 11:55:33 -0500 (CDT)
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From:         dakhlia@wuecona.wustl.edu (Sami Dakhlia)
Subject:      Re: electrical/convenience stuff (solar)

>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