Solar Panel Installation On An Enclosed Cargo Trailer | How to install a 12v Solar Panel Kit | DIY!

[@alkydah6741]

Just found this and subscribed. Retiring next year, going to get me a 6x12 enclosed to camp and ride out of for longer period than a weekend.

[@Myksgarage]

Awesome! Thanks for subscribing

[@MrDarkskies]

Gotta ask. 9 months later, how are those flexible panels holding up? Still working? Still living up to your expectations? Thanks for the video!

[@Myksgarage]

I'll do an updated video once the snow all melts away

[@johnnyhacking1460]

Excited to see your review on this. I am currently building out my trailer@@Myksgarage

[@coasttocoastphoto]

I’ve had 4 flexible panels on my Sprinter for years with no problems, but it looks like you may be losing some effiiciency by shading the panel with the aluminum and also the long bolts.

[@Myksgarage]

Thanks for the info

[@mondavou9408]

Thanks for the video. I'm on the hunt for a high quality trailer 18-28' if any of your motorcycle buddies are getting rid of theirs. Cheers.

[@Myksgarage]

I'll keep an eye out!

[@ianhaskell5736]

You want more eterna bond tape actually attaching to the roof ….you’ve got it fully covering the alum tabs, but barely over the side touching the roof. I know it’s a strong tape but over time you’re risking debonding to the roof because it’s barely there

[@Myksgarage]

Yeah, that's a good point, thanks for commenting

[@GreatLakesSoftwashMI]

Thanks for the video. I’m looking to do the same thing but batteries get more use than just lights. Any updates on how it has the panel has held up through the winter?

[@Myksgarage]

It's held up well, still going strong

[@anchoicungdanny868]

What type solar like... please So smart type. Thank you

[@Myksgarage]

This is the link to the kit I used: amzn.to/45bN5jg Thanks for watching

[@justflooreit4me1]

I hope it works well

[@Myksgarage]

So far it's worked great

[@gingerhill4523]

Thanks for all the info Myks. We're getting ready to install 4 x 100W panels on our cargo trailer mainly for the ability to keep all 4 of the Batteries for the Boat Stereo charged (don't ask... lol...) as they park in tandem. I do agree with Ian that the leading edge of eternabond should be a bit bigger (can't hurt) Also, I have a lil Karcher pressure washer that actually works pretty good with 55 gal on board water tank so perhaps with the right battery and inverter I can run that and not need the generator just to leave the dirt where it came from (my neighbors appreciate that). BTW I really like the tex coat paint on the walls and epoxy flooring. Did your trailer come that way? More upgrades coming on mine I guess... Moto On!!!👍👍

[@gingerhill4523]

@ Myks... Just saw the epoxy floor video... 👍

[@Myksgarage]

Nice!!

[@tstonge4982]

Question: can both the solar charger AND the onboard 110 charger, be connected to the battery at the same time? Meaning, can I leave both leads connected to the battery and have both sources charging at the same time? Not for the intention of charging faster, but because of not wanting to change connection sources if/when I have access to a supplier power source and don't want to connect/disconnect every time.

[@Myksgarage]

Good question, I leave both connected at the same time frequently and they will both be charging the battery and will then stop when it's full

[@HockeyRef14]

What size washer / nuts / bolts did you use? Thanks for the video!

[@Myksgarage]

I believe they were M4

[@bennettlenox4354]

Great video thanks. So does the solar charger controller automatically shut off when the battery is charged and does it maintain the battery at 100% without your extension cord hooked up.

[@Myksgarage]

I can't confirm if the charge control shuts off at 100%

[@chadjones99]

hows the panel mounting holding up?

[@Myksgarage]

So far no issues or problems, it's holding strong!

[@chadjones99]

@@Myksgarage im building a system mounted on my cargo trailer. so far I have installed 7 panels rated at 250 watts each I still have 5 more to mount, with an 8kw inverter and 2 server rack Lipo 48 volt batteries I had to use sq tubing and screws no tape

[@mondavou9408]

@@chadjones99 I would like to know more about your set up and if you have a line on where to pick up a high quality trailer for cheap. I want to do the same thing. I already purchased the inverter and batteries (EG4 6500EX & three EG4 100 AH 48V server rack batteries). On the hunt for a 16-28' trailer then I'll figure out how to max the solar and start putting it all together.

[@djfabo6329]

What kind of sheet are you using under the solar panel? Can’t find that one on Amazon… and also, can you put the aluminum metal that you got and the tape you used

[@Myksgarage]

It's this stuff www.amazon.com/dp/B01HQHQA26/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_YSBP7XVSGV43037QKSDS?linkCode=ml2&tag=myksgarage-20

[@HockeyRef14]

The solar panel is almost 48 x 24. Did you stick two sheets together to cover the solar panel?

[@djfabo6329]

@@HockeyRef14 I haven’t ordered mine yet, but I’m pretty sure you could. Did you order yours yet? And have you start it?

[@HockeyRef14]

Purchase 24x48 sheets off Amazon. Installing once they come in next week

[@djfabo6329]

@@HockeyRef14can’t find the 24 x 48 put a link in the description are you going to put your battery and everything in right away? I think I’m just gonna get the solar panel and run that for now and when I get more money does add little by

[@winstonhall1485]

Hello. How is this holding up?

[@Myksgarage]

So far so good, no issues at all

[@winstonhall1485]

@@Myksgarage glad to hear. Going to get one for my trailer. I have an electric jack and the battery died once and that’s enough for me. Time to fix that

[@Myksgarage]

This Solar panel will work great for that!

[@wildisland5320]

Really wish you would have used a grommet and a drip leg on that wire before it went into the hole above the door.

[@Myksgarage]

Good tip

[@1blktalon]

Your links are not being displayed. Thanks for the video.

[@Myksgarage]

Thanks I'll fix them

[@1blktalon]

@@Myksgarage You’re welcome.

[@barrylopatic8543]

Well done!

[@Myksgarage]

Thanks, Barry!

[@frankfortmarine]

Do you do much interstate driving with it?

[@Myksgarage]

Not much so I can't attest to that

[@MiguelSanchez-tj8nu]

Real question, do you need the trickle charger if you have the solar panels? I want to copy your build amd was wondering if i have to keep the trickle charger plugged to the trailer.

[@Myksgarage]

In the summer I don't have to plugged it. Over the winter as the panel as been covered in snow, I have it plugged in

[@johnjuhasz7060]

@@Myksgarage In your video you werent sure if the solar panel would "over charge" the battery. Did you find out if that was the case or not. What about just running the cords from the panel straight to the trickle charger

[@CapitanDart]

@@johnjuhasz7060 I know this is an old comment, but I thought I would chime in if you never found out. The solar controller protects the battery from getting over charged there are a few customizable settings in this style so you can even fine tune the voltage. You never want to plug solar directly into anything other than a controller of some kind because its wattage and amperage fluctuate throughout the day. You couldn't plug it directly into trickle charger anyway because these solar panels work on 12v DC like a car does, not 110v-120v like a typical house plug which that trickle charger needs.

[@danielsantourian3893]

Is that a regular car battery or a deep cycle ? Good content

[@Myksgarage]

Deep cycle

[@kummerleo7655]

Take a mppt Charge Controller for your solar system

[@Myksgarage]

How is that different?

[@kummerleo7655]

He use the full Power of your Solarpanel

[@shoffman75]

I guess just tape it all lol

[@Myksgarage]

There ya go!

[@Myksgarage]

Here is a link to Solar Panel Kit: amzn.to/3tRvIEC Link to the plastic cardboard used under the solar panel: amzn.to/3jqL4O7

[@slcoareschannel1943]

Dude. Horrible implementation of your solar panel. No drip loop, no protection for your cable coming in the trailer, sloppy way to tape the panel to the rooftop, sloppy way to manage the rooftop cables of the panel. Definitely a DIY job by someone who doesn't know what they're doing. Just because you got it working doesn't mean you did it correctly.

[@Myksgarage]

What does it matter?

[@slcoareschannel1943]

Apparently not to you. That question tells me everything I need to hear. Best of luck to you.

[@williamcox7190]

​@slcoareschannel1943 who gives a shit if there is a drip loop, he said he was going to seal it. All that matters is that it works. I'm sure if it doesn't pan out, he will do something different. I'm sure your best work, someone can do better, so either give some positive feedback or shut the hell up. You're one of those people who think they've always done everything perfect the first time. Jackass.

[@corby404]

Looks flat to me.

[@Myksgarage]

The roof?