MORE HOLES IN THE CAMPER VAN | Renogy 200W Premium Solar Kit Install | Dodge Ram Adventure Van Build

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In this episode we show you step by step on how to install a Renogy 200w Premium solar kit on the roof of our 1997 Dodge Ram B2500 camper van build. The plan is to make this the ultimate solar powered cabin on wheels.

[@lindaperez3761]

Cant wait for mine to get to look like this

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

It’s an exciting and rewarding process! Thanks for watching g

[@lindaperez3761]

@@SeizeTheAdventureCo i just bought mine today and husband already picked it up from the owner he took it to his work and hes not calling me anymore bec. Hes been glued to the van 😂😂 he just send me 1 picture that he is inside and eating his lunch. Its 1996 dodge ram. I dont know when and where we can convert bec. We live in a apartment so hopefully we can start working on it

[@stevegee7220]

Bravo!!

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

Thanks!!

[@carpman_here8133]

Great job! Installed the same system on my Astro.

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

That’s awesome! How have you liked it so far?

[@carpman_here8133]

It is working perfect. Also put in a dc to dc charger. Something that may benefit you being in the PNW.

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

@@carpman_here8133 awesome! What do you run with it? What size battery do you have? I’ll be putting a battery isolater as yes, it’s gonna be a struggle to get sun in the winter 😂

[@carpman_here8133]

100a lithium. Lights, 12v cooler, max air fan, water pump, USB ports, diesel heater and 750 watt inverter. Used the Renogy 20 amp dc to dc. Works well.

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

@@carpman_here8133 sounds like a similar set up that I’m going for. Was thinking about a 200ah lithium battery, but they are quite pricey. Do you feel like 100ah is sufficient for everything you are powering?

[@kylemacdonald1170]

I got a 91 astro with a fiberglass roof that I'm converting rn. Can't tell you how helpful your videos have been! Was there any fear drilling into the fiberglass or did you just sack up and get it done?

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

Glad that my videos have been apart of your process! There was fear of cracking the fiberglass. I just went easy on the pressure and let the drill do the work. It was surprisingly more rigid than I expected at first. Good luck and thanks for commenting!

[@EastMiNomad33]

Awesome i have been watching your videos and they have been very helpful for my van build i got a 2001 chevy astro i almost have got the sound deadening down for my flooring! Question will the solar panels hook up to any of the solar power stations i will be getting one soon waiting for cyber Monday to get one cheaper.

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

That’s an excellent idea waiting for a deal. I was thinking to do the same, but decided to get them and install them before the rain comes to the pnw. I have seen people that do install panels and hook them up directly to their solar generator. You need to buy a few different connectors and do some wiring, but it’s completely possible. Do a quick KZbin search for connecting any solar panel to solar generator and you’ll find a couple really informative videos with links to the products necessary. Hope this helps, and good luck on your Astro van build. Thanks for watching!

[@EastMiNomad33]

@@SeizeTheAdventureCo thanks man your awesome and truly appreciate the advice

[@mariahf1822]

Hi!! What size battery did you end up getting/using?

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

Hi Mariah! I made a video explaining my entire solar set up and all of its components. If you are interested in that information you should definitely check it out! I used a 200ah AGM battery from Renogy and it’s been absolutely perfect for my needs. Thanks for watching!

[@wadebarnes6720]

I don't know if you will cut holes in the floor and make battery boxes or not but just in case I don't get to see it all

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

@@wadebarnes6720 I didn’t cut any holes in the floor. I made a bracket for my 200ah battery secured to the floor. First time creating my own electrical system. Thanks for watching!

[@wadebarnes6720]

@@SeizeTheAdventureCo back when we install stereo systems we used to install battery boxes in the floor that way it did not take up room.

[@keetonbrooks]

How did you paint your van like that

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

I have an entire video on how I painted the van with Durabak-18, go check it out! Thanks for watching

[@patlevv7382]

Was-safari-astro too SMALL❓🥵

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

It depends on your situation. The Astro is the perfect size for the solo adventure weekend trips. Would it be of interest to you if I did a video/stream on this topic?

[@nicolegee2645]

You call that simple? 🥴

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

Another day, another dollar