Our 960 Watt RV Solar Install: A Step-By-Step Guide

[@roguerver9868]

Great video, as always! Love the solar system you guys have on your RV..and really like the 'tilt' feature! Nice to see that the dealership was helpful in getting it all setup for you guys! On a side note, nice to see Nikki didn't lose her wedding ring during her solo rv'ing video!

[@PaulWalker87]

Could you break down how you do power management? For example... how many amps//watts does your fridge, air conditioning, interior lighting all require? Do you ever consciously shut something off in order to plug something else in? How often do you need to use your gas generator?

[@frankstocker5475]

You guys are straight out of a Fellini movie, I love it especially your haircuts.looks like you are camping on the Moon.

[@brentdreamer2025]

Thanks guys for the video. I am in Canada where solar is not really a necessity but I plan on hitting the US sunbelt states in the next few years and that looks like a great solar set-up for us. Cheers

[@gonewiththewynns]

Hello All! Thanks for the extremely kind words and the questions for our next solar videos, obviously we're diving into an extremely confusing and exciting subject. I'll address a few of the most common comments now and I will take note of the rest for future vids. - Our Site - We have tons more info not covered in the video on our site: www.gonewiththewynns.com/rv-solar-install-guide - 50k subs - This is such a milestone for us and we couldn't be more happy with where we are and where we're heading with our website and YT channel. Thanks for all the kudos. - Our Batteries - As stated in the subject info we still have our lithium battery bank, this install was done 2 days before the battery install. - Tesla Batteries - At this time we've been told it's not an option for RVs, not sure why, but that could change one day. - Series Wiring - There seems to be a lot of questions surrounding Series vs. Parallel wiring. With our exact setup and MPPT charge controller, the "series" wiring was recommended. I'm sure this will be a video. - Tilting - We will film a tilting video - A/C - We will attempt to run our A/C off our battery and solar in the future.

[@toyota420xp]

+Gone with the Wynns how many batteries?

[@destinationom]

Fantastic timing! I have been number crunching my solar system use by using a "KILL A WATT" plug and have determined that I need this system and was just working out all the details when I got your update!! Super. I had decided on an OutBack controller and Magnum inverter and was just working out the panels to use! GREAT TIMING :) THANK YOU!!

[@GoPowerSolar]

Great video Jason and Nikki! We thought we could answer a popular question about reduced output when the panels are wired in series (due to panels being shaded): When part of the array is shaded, wiring in series will still produce power. All of the panels have diodes to prevent power loss when wired in series. What you would see is the voltage drop from 100 plus volts to 80 volts and this would only be if one panel was completely blacked out (not if shaded by clouds). The batteries are 12 volts and only require 14.7 VDC input to receive a complete charge. Using an MPPT controller and bringing in higher voltages will actually have less effect from shading. Another great reason to use the panels in series is because we raise the voltage while lowering the current to the MPPT controller allowing us to use smaller gauge cables without the loss you would have at a parallel voltage. The MPPT then steps down the voltage from 100 plus volts to 20. The MPPT controller is located next to the batteries so we use the large #4 cable to carry the high current and low voltage to the battery bank. Hope this makes sense and helps out!

[@gonewiththewynns]

+Go Power! By Carmanah Hey guys, thank you so much for chiming in. I typically just tell people "it works, even when there's some shade" but I don't really understand the science of why!

[@jaysuper8255]

+Go Power! By Carmanah Thanx...Thanx to the Wynn's and a older solar video they did with your 120 watt suitcase portable panel unit. For us, camping at non-electric state parks, the 120 watt panels offers just enough juice to keep our single deep cycle battery charged. We upgraded to a higher reserve group 29 battery recently in preparation for a trip to Alaska in a few months.

[@gonewiththewynns]

+jay super Its amazing what that little 120 watt portable can do. If you decide you need a little more juice we have a trick on our webstie for putting two together: www.gonewiththewynns.com/portable-solar-kit

[@lotwizzard1748]

+Gone with the Wynns spoiled brats

[@jackintrator4retaill]

Go Power!

[@rrmerlin3402]

Rvwith Tito You make a great case for running in series. My experience comes from camping w/other rv's with solar. We all love to talk and compare. Back 4 years ago we had a chance to compare like systems but wired parallel vs Series. The series system was out performed hands down by " The parallels" in full sun. and when shaded the series almost shut down. Now w/ blocking diodes in panels maybe series has advantages ? What I was trying to say is that if your were to run 55 amps being pushed by 18 volts Through # 10 wire the voltage loss would be crippling. But what I really know is RV solar systems have their complexities and I'm alway's learning. Thanks for your input.

[@norcaldave9904]

One of the best set ups i have seen. Very Clean with plenty of amps. Thanks

[@dhollow175]

What is the voltage input to the charge controller? In series the panel voltage adds to each other I,e. 6 X 12V =72VDC I'm in Key West dry camping with 400 watts solar, 6 T 105 batteries. I haven't tilted my panels yet. I love all your videos an always recommend them to fellow campers.

[@jasonholguin4121]

Have you guys considered trying a portable wind turbine for added power it needs 7mph to start making power 24/7 as long as you have a light breeze? Natures Power Wind Turbine can make 2kw you can buy it at Northern Tools.

[@SteampunkSteve]

Are your panels 12 or 24 volt? Unless I've misunderstood what I've read on solar the charge controller can take either and convert to 12v from 24v with a corresponding doubling of amps. If correct that would halve the number of panels needed for the same amount of power with less roof space used.

[@MaxEsselmont]

keeping the boxes over the panels while you install them is a great idea ...i think you saved me from a future Wile E Coyote moment.

[@heartland96a]

Which is the most limiting factor when designing a solar installation , the size and number of the solar panels or the size and number of batteries ? What items could you power with your solar set up ? furnace , refrigerator/freezer , hot water heater understanding your batteries will allow somethings to be run longer than others .

[@JohnathunH]

Can you give any information on how or if the system operates while on the road. I have installed a pure sine inverter in our coach to avoid the use of the gen while tooling down the road. With a little one with us sometimes the open road is just, well too open. So I would like to see if you can provide some testing on how your system works while in motion, is it just solar or are you feeding the system with the alternator as well. Thanks !

[@isaacschannel]

Great video how many watt solar panel to charge 2 -100 watt batteries and is this enough to power a 65 watt camp fridge freezer

[@alanmarine7608]

Excellent video !!! Planning and doing things right the first time, with a focus on safety !!! Enjoy !!

[@ReeseAnderson]

At time marker 4:53 you say the cable shouldn't run more than 25ft, I'm guessing that's the cable going from the solar panel that goes into the RV and not the total length including the cable runs from each solar panel ?

[@loopsprice3128]

I have always looked at them and asked?? Do they make a auto/power up model that you hit a switch and raise and lower them. Or one that would let you switch from right to left side of the RV if your tilt is on the left side only. Yes I know there would be a bit of a cost added on for something like that, but why not in my book... some just have money to burn.

[@wearmystrong]

Good setup. I wish I have enough space to put that big solar panels. I only have 300w Renogy and 2x155ah vmaxx agm batteries. I am planning to get another set of solar (flex this time) and a 175ah battery. Thank you for the video.

[@06291960able]

Hi, great video, In a year, what is the ratio between free nights vrs. paid nights? Thanks

[@1951Roy]

You had mention the installer used rivets to install the panels, was there a problem that changed their minds with using the rivets?

[@CruisingTheCut]

Hey, you reached 50,000 subs; congratulations!

[@gonewiththewynns]

We just realized that too! Thanks!

[@jeffreyderoche4499]

+CruisingTheCut You guys are not allowed to leave RVing until you reach 100,000

[@jeffreyderoche4499]

+Bad Santa I'll drink to that.

[@WanderlustmanC]

What size fuses did you install and what are you doing with that much power? Is it b/c of the fridge and to be able to run A/C? Did you get lithium batteries this year?

[@xic1]

Where can I find that weatherproofing tape? I wanted to put a solar panel on the roof but one thing I am worried about is a leaky roof.

[@enriquelaroche5370]

I installed a smaller system on my Camper, 2 each 100 watt panels in Parallel. I use my camper to camp outdoors and find I use power in the morning for cooking and the evening for entertainment the rest of the time I'm Outdoors... which is like why I got the camper... I could probably use my computer all day and my other electrical needs too . but I came to be outdoors... I can run about 1000 watts from my pure sine wave inverter for about 40 minutes which covers any level of Coffee making or Microwave cereal.. etc...

[@manoduro]

How long to raise the panel when parking...also for stowing...either harder?

[@jimharrris539]

This may be a silly question but how do the solar panels tilt? Do you have to get on the roof and do it manually or are the motorized?

[@3smalldogs]

What is the cost of this and do they make something to move the panels from the ground instead of climbing on top?

[@jershaus]

How much does the solar kit cost? Along with that id ditch the factory air. Here in the desert those roof units cant handle 110 degrees. Id look into the new ductless system

[@don-dspid2404]

Great video. I have two questions - Do you get any shuttering when your driving? Do they charge the batteries while your in motion.

[@nealdavis350]

Very interesting! Thank you, Nikki and Jason! How do you park the RV relative to the sun? That is, when the panels are elevated, are they facing westward/to catch the afternoon sun or eastward/to catch the morning sun? I suspect the former, but I know little of solar yet. Thank you again!

[@tazmun]

I'm curious about protection...do you have covers? The elementals such as hail might have a very disturbing effect me thinks. What about acidic and such from the likes of bird poop. Finally what about cleaning?

[@johnpuccetti9383]

What happened to your Balqon battery? Did you find a better battery? We have two AGM gel batteries. I found out I know more than the RV dealer we bought it from. I notice Tesla has stopped selling their 7K home solar off grid battery. Huh?

[@angelramos8090]

Hey guys great video! I was extra cool since I live in Ridgecrest Ca. We love going out to the Trona Pinnacles. I was wondering if you could point me in the right direction on where to buy a kit for a custom teardrop trailer. Or where I can go to read up on what I would need to add solor power to my camper. thanks in advance! :)

[@j2tran77]

When is the day in life video part II coming out? I would to see how convienent your new set up is now.

[@nubetoob9292]

So each panel is 160 watts? I'm having trouble finding a small enough panel over 100 watts. All the 120,135,&150 are much bigger than then 100 watt.

[@gonewiththewynns]

check the flex panels, they are 100 watts and much smaller footprint.

[@jefferybrown3333]

Where are you in that video? I'm in CA and want to go there with my little RV with 10 amp solar panel. :)

[@smacdiesel]

You two really got it together! Thanks for a great video, really appreciate it!

[@jorgemiguel1040]

How do you tilt the panels? Manually? Great videos,

[@gonewiththewynns]

+Jorge Miguel you got it...manually. We have a video about tilting coming up soon!

[@jorgemiguel1040]

Ty, great content and quality

[@rrmerlin3402]

What went into Your decision to wire in series??? If any part of that array is shaded you drastically reduce there output, almost to nothing , Also you don't get nearly the AMPS and AMPS are everything. Also wired in series A # 10 of 20' ( you need a # 4 ) wire from roof to controller results in 4% loss. Now wired in Parallel because of larger current (Amps flowing) the voltage loss would be 20% . Very important to keep any wire run in a solar system under 3% voltage loss. I see this all the time. RV manufactures design systems ( middle of the road) that do not extract maximum energy from solar panels to batteries. Yes, energy will flow to your batteries and might meet all your needs……..But simple changes here might be better. That said, I love your videos and congratulation on 50 thousand subscribed !!!!!

[@tazmun]

+Craig Marston They say series, but I'm not sure it really is...it could still be in parallel depending on how those plugs are wired. I highly suspect there is an extra set of wires just to carry thru-put built in and each panel just taps into that set of wires. There is a possible flip side of this argument in that higher voltage (as you might gain in series) is more efficient in a longer and even smaller wire then. Neither amps nor volts is a unit of energy but rather Watts is which is arrived at by I x E=W. However the total voltage of a series marraige is a value which I can't see much use for unless you transform it to a lower voltage down the line. However DC voltage won't work in a transformer unless it's pulsating or changed to AC and by the time you convert and transform your losses due to efficiency will kill any gains and leave you at a loss even.

[@RVwithTito]

+Craig Marston Good points Craig. Here are some additional thoughts. Shading: Some panels have a bypass diode designed to pass the voltage through (bypassing the panel) if the output of the panel drops below a certain level (shading). This is to minimize the one panel's impact on the entire solar array when wired in series. I don't know if these GoPower panels are equipped with this though. It is not mentioned on their spec sheet. Series vs Parallel: I believe those are 160W panels that put out around 18-22 volts. Wired in series (at 18v each) they would send around 108 volts to the controller at a maximum of around 54 amps (8.8 - 9 amps each) under ideal conditions. With #10 awg wire at 20 feet, I calculate the drop at just around 2%. Yes, with #4 gauge wire that would be lower. I try to keep it under 1% and would probably switch to #4 if the run was longer than 20 feet. Now with a PWM controller, what you say is true regarding lost AMPS. However, it looks like they are using an Outback MPPT charge controller that can probably take up to 1000 (or more) volts as input. This results in the 108 incoming volts being converted into extra current to the battery bank (plus an added 20% boost) which means there is no wasted amps. In fact they may get more under optimal conditions. Anyway, those are my thoughts and I hope my numbers are right. I can say that I have a little bit of solar envy and wish I had that much power on my roof. Pretty cool! Jason/Nikki, what is the capacity of your battery bank? (nevermind...just saw your response below 700AH Lithium...cool) And let me join in and also congratulate you on the 50K subs!

[@seabliss22]

Wow that was a text full of info. wish I could copy it for later reference

[@BeBodacious]

+seabliss22 Right! I was wishing the same thing and bookmarked the video for later reference. Just hope that I'll be able to find the comments later.

[@gonewiththewynns]

+tazmun +Craig Marston Did you see the comment from the GoPower! Team? Several people had the same questions and they've answered it in their comment.

[@andrewrivera4029]

I’ve heard from other full timers that they like to point the front of the RV into the noon day sun as opposed to broad side to keep the rig as cool as possible, That positioning would effect the direction of tilt of panels. It looked like your placement of the panels are spot on for you RV but was that a consideration at all? Just curious. The class A looks great!

[@raymondlamartaylor712]

Love your videos. Can you create a playlist of all the RV's you had in the past?

[@MikeDesertHunterHale]

I've owned travel trailers for about 40 yrs now, they have changed some but not a bunch... A couple of notes- With a limited amount of air volume inside, how do you manage to deal with moisture built up inside the coach especially during the winter? That is really the first question, what I really want to know is how do you deal with those flimsy mounts for tilting the panels during a storm or when you forget, lol....

[@gonewiththewynns]

+Deserthunter Mike You need to open a ceiling vent and run the fan on exhaust if you're using propane (because it releases water vapor). That's one reason we prefer cooking on our induction burner. Question 2: the tilt arms are pretty sturdy and do fine in normal weather conditions (like a thunderstorm). You should never drive with the panels tilted up though - guessing that would be bad!

[@MikeDesertHunterHale]

I was just wondering about moisture, we've had several trailers over the years it seems like the most damage is from moisture from just breathing and cooking. The inside of the windows gets covered with ice. If you haven't guessed it we dry camp even in the winter. I miss the trailer manufacturer's not offering storm windows anymore. My last trailer a 30' Terry Taurus had the storm windows, the warmest trailer we ever had... insulated floor, even a heat vent going into the fresh water storage..... I have a couple of older panels on our present trailer that I'm going to change out for the newer panel, also our batteries gave up the ghost last season, I'm going to replace with LiPo's....

[@jabojr5171]

Question: 50-60 Amps per day? hour? Isn't there a danger of overcharging or does your system protect against that?? Thank you.

[@520wsd]

great video! how much would that setup cost?

[@edbickford996]

Great video as always. How much power do you have in the morning before the solar kicks in and do you have to supplement it with the generator? Looking forward to seeing the solar install on the boat!

[@shawnmasterson5208]

I really like your videos. What I am curious about is now that you have had them for almost a year have you had any problems with them staying secure while in transit??

[@gonewiththewynns]

+Shawn Masterson Nope! They don't mess around when they secure those things to the roof!

[@laritastephens2476]

How easy is it to put solar on my 2018 Thor Ace that is prewired for solar?

[@osakwejindu4147]

Nice work you doing. I have few questions (1) I used a 12 AWG cable for connecting my solar pannel to my charge controller? Can I use that same 12 AWG cable for connecting my charge controller to my 200AH battery? (2) what size circuit breaker in amps can I use on the positive side between my battery (200AH) and my inverter (1500 watt pure sine wave)

[@davestennes305]

If you've got 12AWG at 12v going from solar to the controller, and 12v going out to batteries, you can use the same wire. On a recent installation I did, if I remember correctly I had 24V at about 50 amps going into the controller, and 12V at 100 amps going out to the batteries - so my wires going to the batteries were thicker. If you're battery bank is 12v, then your current going to a 1500watt inverter would be 125amps. I thinks a 150amp circuit breaker would be sufficient.

[@philo2808]

great vid guys, can u run the ac off that solar setup?

[@gonewiththewynns]

Turns out there's a post about that: www.gonewiththewynns.com/off-grid-solar-rv-air-conditioning

[@Maxid1]

3:25 I'd never get anything done wearing that harness. I'd be too busy doing Peter Pans all over the place.

[@ianm432]

+Maxid1 The fall arrest harness is NOT pleasant to hang from. It can prevent major injuries but it will cause minor ones in the process.

[@mikemiller9119]

+Ian McDonald the harness can also cause death after 45 minutes of hanging. Plus, it hurts when you fall with it on, it's not a slow stop.

[@Maxid1]

Ian McDonald Mike Miller When you strive to be Peter Pan, some sacrifices must be made.

[@MDC2020]

Trust me I fell off a cherry picker that was 4 stories up...there is no peter pan action..just piss your pants action. Your whole body takes quite a jerk and like Mike said its really painful.

[@ExclusiveEntertanmnt]

Made us smile... not quite sure WHAT you were doing from the platform of a cherry picker that would entail you falling out of or off the platform... that has a 3.5 foot safety rail... but lets not get into that... being 4 stories up... looks like you should have has a parasail or parachute.. nothing you can say will be an explination for that stupid stunt... looks like what you were attempting to do.. couldn't be done. Been building Automation systems for 30 years... in distribution facilityes and airports 40 to 60 feet up through hangers ... where single man lifts only go up something like 30 feet.. which is NOT 4 STORIES... I can do some pretty stupid stuff as well.. we get the risk we take ... but this guy on the roof of an 'RV needing a harness... is company rules... not something I would do at home... working from the edge in drilling mounting holes.. should be done from scaffolding like shown.. DON'T NEED A HARNESS FOR THAT...

[@Tobelemke]

Great job, looks like your set is on the moon!

[@mwb6772]

I really appreciate the videos that you guys put out. Very well done and very informative! I am considering a 40 ft fifth wheel that is pre-wired (on the roof) for solar. My concern is the size of the wire that they used at the factory since I am planning on installing a 960 watt system as well. Do you know what size most companies use to pre-wire on the roof and most importantly, what size wire do I need on the roof for the panels to operate to maximum sufficiency. Thanks in advance for your help.

[@gonewiththewynns]

+Mike Boaldin You need to contact the manufacturer about what gauge wire they used - it varies. We do talk about pre-wiring and wiring specs in that blog post: www.gonewiththewynns.com/rv-solar-install-guide

[@101perspective]

Nice. That is an insane amount of power for such a small space. Better to have too much than too little though:)

[@peterdavila3045]

Very nicely done. Great video. For a state of the art battery, how about the 7 KWH Tesla Powerwall. It is 220 lbs. and about 7" deep. I suppose it could be installed on the outside back wall of the RV. But, for my RV solar setup, it will probably be on the roof.

[@leecherry9367]

Peter Davila you can't install the Tesla battery. They won't do it.

[@ROWLESmade]

Thanks for the info! We're talking about installing solar and this was very helpful.

[@marvinadn]

So much good information! Can't wait to see what you do with a sailboat.

[@alvinknight3607]

Hay yall, I enjoyed your video, my beloved wife and I are livin in camper. I'm just getting over stage four throat cancer. My question is how much can you run ( stuff ) in your rv. Also what was cost of your unit.? Thanks for your time maybe see yall on the road.

[@psu1704]

they enjoy living greatI hope they keep going

[@seabliss22]

on one of your videos, you had flat panels on your coach. which do you like bette

[@seabliss22]

better

[@dyeaton1]

Not counting labor, what s an approximate cost of the solar panels and hardware? Was there a reason (s) for choosing this particular brand of solar setup?

[@gonewiththewynns]

+Don Yeaton We share this information on our site here: www.gonewiththewynns.com/rv-modifications-technology

[@SailorGolf]

Is that Another new rig I see ? You seem to be doing one per year -- awesome upgrade moves !

[@ronuzzo7721]

Can you tell me why you chose to use 960 watts. Te GoPwer system we are looking at only goes up to 480 Watts. What do you gain from the additional 480 watts if the batteries in the coach are 4 six volt batteries.

[@aeaamericanenergyassociati8892]

Ron Uzzo the biggest advantage is that the batteries get charged a lot faster with the additional power. Also if they're pulling more loads in the daytime, there's more juice available. aeacares.com carries several options for these systems, complete with batteries. Happy travels

[@DanWebster]

The panel stay where they are at all times?

[@lass-inangeles7564]

Thanks so much guys! This was exactly what I needed for my solar install. I love that plate! Have to get one too. My question: I have the flexible solar panels. Can I mount them directly to roof stuck on? I am concerned they will overheat. I am looking for some way to stiffen them up so I can raise them with L brackets off roof. Much lighter than the glass panels you have, but cannot mount them, alas! I wonder with all your contacts in the RV world, could you direct me to someone who could answer this question? I was thinking of using COROPLAST 1/2 inch thick as a light airy backing to solar panel but UV breakdown will follow. I want to mount my flex panels like yours on roof, in a frame, raised up a bit from roof when flat, and can be angled to the sun. Please help! I need to get this done soon for a long move.

[@gonewiththewynns]

+Lass-in Angeles Thanks! The best person to call about acceptable mounting methods would be the manufacture of your flex panels. I say that because they know what type of backing are on the panels and what types of adhesive/brackets work best for their panels.

[@smiffymiffed2734]

What a wonderful couple you are....so glad I found your channel...keep up the great videos.. :-D

[@karenk7310]

could not find a link for the cables connecting the battery bank together? Anyone can answer.

[@mikemiller9119]

I really like your tip videos. But I'm curious, do you guys actually go camping?

[@gonewiththewynns]

+Mike Miller we do. used to be by tent, then it was an old VW van, then we moved into an RV

[@catchbay]

Nice and informative video. But for DIY guys, if you can void the holes at RV's roof it's safer. When i installed solarpanel to our RV maybe 10 years ago i glued the panel's supporting things to the roof. No holes. The wires from the roof goes inside via fresh air intakes so no new holes to the roof...

[@bobshaw4063]

Great video. It was interesting to see how solar power is installed on an RV.

[@lowellmccormick6991]

I saw 4 batteries so I would imagine that your current set up allows you to power everything except the AC and microwave oven from your battery bank. Is there any other typical item that an RV'er would use that wouldn't use battery/inverter power because of a large power draw?

[@bradkw4295]

+lowell mccormick No problem running a microwave off a setup like this, and can be done with one much smaller. Good to have a PSW inverter instead of a MSW, as microwaves can be finicky. They actually have enough solar to run a small, window AC...length of run depends on batteries. If had LiPO4 batteries, could conceivably run AC quite a bit. Good AGM's would get you 3-4hrs run time at a guesstimate.

[@liskaerik]

Why are the panels wired in series (7:35)? Wouldn't Parallel be better so there are no "weak links"?

[@ecoheliguy]

I think he miss quoted here as that will normally be wrong. In the electrical sense you would not wire panels in series. I think he may have meant you daisy chain the panels. But incorrectly used the term.

[@jdan150]

+Erik Liska that was my question also. the way they have it they are getting at least 72 volts that has to be converted down to 14V or so

[@joanbaguley7540]

Thanks so much for all your valuable advice! So appreciate it! Getting ready to live off the grid soon!

[@johnpuccetti9383]

Very cool Jason is back! Our Roadtrek has 300 watts of panels flat on top and has been more than enough for a small B-class RV. I would buy a house for your system. What are the coordinates of your location now?

[@gonewiththewynns]

300watts is perfect for a class b! We are at the Trona Pinnacles and we shot a video on the place that we will put together and launch in a few days!

[@ChristopherCato211]

Very well explained, first time viewer and I'm hooked on ya'll :^)

[@gonewiththewynns]

+Christopher Cato Welcome aboard. Happy to have you along for the journey!

[@cristiandinu16]

you could easily fit double the power on that camper,simply instal the panels vertically,this way you run a.c. and charge batteries the same time

[@robertorion6559]

You mention electric shock a few times in this video. Of course, no one wants a shock, but if these are 12V panels, I would think the shock would not be that much of a worry. I would not expect 12V to be much of a shock. Am I missing something?

[@youtubecommentpolice2043]

So wait ....a fuse between the panel and controller. And 1 between panels n battery?

[@unclelar819]

Awesome setup! That's a lot of juice! Thanks for the video!

[@PentaxLife]

Nice video I'm working on an RV Dual axis solar panel kit I have some clips on my channel. Setting up patent for the RV Solar lift .

[@billybob5312]

you said 50 or 60 amps what voltage is that at 12 volts 24 volts 48 volts 120 volts or more simply put tell me the wattage

[@catchbay]

Another odd thing was those rivets. As you said those are not ok. The roof has very thin aluminium layer. What's the point to drill big hole and shoot small rivet to it. The rivet can't keep the panel there without glue and then there is that big hole under the rivet...

[@jmarshall003]

We just got an RV and am thinking about this type of install. Just curious--How much did it cost $$$

[@gonewiththewynns]

We share all details including install and link on our website. Here's a link to our solar page: www.gonewiththewynns.com/solar

[@jmarshall003]

I got it. Thanks

[@Cleevus]

What did the whole system cost with install? Great video

[@anamositykilla2190]

Cleevus foreal my question

[@enkyCSGOMore]

the solar panel kit costs about 4000 dollars its on their site. I think its everething they've bought, but without the instalation work.

[@enkyCSGOMore]

Ok i just read the whole page and its 4000 dollars with all the work and stuff.

[@EasternTriad]

Do you have to climb on top of the RV and manually tilt the panels?

[@Gmoyer11Tech]

Yes

[@aguyandhiscomputer]

unless you install motors to lift and adjust them.

[@monster1576]

Why would you not put it up to 1000 watts with one more solar panel?

[@tittiger]

I am amazed that you can put 6 panels in series and not go over the voltage limits for the Outback FX80. I guess that is why you check the specs on the panels. :-P That does explain the small wire for a 100W bank.

[@Miley_00]

I was wondering the same

[@2010rouge101]

Is this video really filmed at the location or filmed with green screen features?

[@gonewiththewynns]

+2010rouge101 nope, that is really where we were. We don't have nor ever use green screen.

[@2010rouge101]

+Gone with the Wynns woah! The background is just too stunning to believe! Nice!

[@captainclif6797]

Good job and well done. The video was brief and clear.

[@Rvfootprints]

One of your better videos. Thanks!

[@CarMaintenanceGuy]

That smart car is cool!

[@CarMaintenanceGuy]

Said more people than you'll ever know.

[@carltonmiller7889]

Thank you folks very clear and helpful. Shalom

[@bangonthedoortwice]

Its you guys from the Yacht videos!

[@edwardleosala3063]

hello sir..what is the best connection on solar panel..is it series or parallel.....i have 20amps solar charger controller..300watt panel....

[@gonewiththewynns]

There's no simple answer - there are a lot of variables based on your controller, how many panels, the type of panel, etc. If you're not sure you should contact a solar installer and they can help you.

[@Andywmm9]

Awesome video! This is a lot of electricity. What do you find yourself doing with all of this power?

[@gonewiththewynns]

+Andrew Miller because we have a residential refrigerator we need this much power to keep it going. Then there is the fact that we work from the RV so we have to power our computers and such while editing.

[@OcRefrig]

One Computer at Full Load Could Draw 500-750 Watts by itself. 1000 watts is a Decent size Solar system. Livable. You Need 2100 watts just to Start a compressor on a refrigerator minimum. Running load on a standard side by side fridge is 11.2 amps or 1100 watts. so Just when the fridge runs you are actually negative. so 2,000 watts would be a better set up actually.

[@TommyboyGTP]

What batteries do you have?

[@craighatzi6559]

Why not just replace the Gen-set with solar stuff.Wires are there and just remember to seal& vent the battery box?

[@vuckovic62]

I found your video on Ewans Energy Roadmap - there's lots awesome videos there that should help out

[@NomadicNative]

If you had your choice between your solar power system OR your composting toilet, which would you choose?

[@gonewiththewynns]

+Nomadic Native That's not a fair choice...both! If money were an issue, I would start off with a really good inverter and plenty of battery power. Then I would add solar and the toilet as funds allowed.

[@robertplummer7928]

i can watch tv sitting on a bucket but I can't......... can't do a lot of things one is answering stupid questions