BEST WAY in 2021 to INSTALL FLEXIBLE SOLAR PANELS on RV - NO DRILLING

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Looking for the EASIEST and MOST SECURE way to install flexible solar panels on an RV (or trailer) WITHOUT DRILLING HOLES and also have an AIR GAP for cooling? This method is the way to go. I'll show you how to install it yourself.
BONUS FEATURE: This mounting method also includes an adjustable track system making it easy to remove or adjust the mount for different sized solar panels or additional equipment on your roof.
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STEP-BY-STEP PROCESS for Installing Flexible Solar Panel
(1) Cut poly carbonate sheet. Width should equal the full height of the solar panel but 3 inches narrower than the width of the solar panel
(2) Cut out middle section of the polycarbonate sheet a few inches from the top and all the way to the bottom
(3) Glue the polycarbonate sheet to the back of solar panel with Sika Flex or other adhesive
(4) Cut Vinyl lattice end-caps for front and trailing edge. Front: Notch out ends for front corner grommet bolt. Rear: Cut Rear Piece to the width of the insulated layer and notch out middle and end sections around polycarbonate gaps to allow for airflow and drainage out the rear
(5) Fit front and rear caps securely
(6) Carry Assembled Solar Panel up to the RV roof
(7) Position T-Track to align with the edges of solar panel
(8) Mark T-Track position with a sharpie
(9) Clean roof surface and T-track thoroughly with acetone (could use rubbing alcohol)
(10) Attach double-sided Eternabond tape to bottom of t-track rail (trim to track width if necessary)
(11) Attach T-track rails to roof (press and hold securely for a good bond)
(12) Seal around T-track base with SikaFlex to add strength and provide a finished look
(13) Slide bolts into the track and attach solar panel (align bolts with grommet holes in solar panel)
(14) Use double nuts to lock them down (Tip: Use two wrenches to prevent hex bolt secure in aluminum track)
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