SOLAR POWER Jeep JL/JT Gladiator Build Mod (Cascadia 4X4 VSS System) Installation and Review

[@MoreDirtMoreDistance]

Checkout my full review of the hood solar panel here! kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y4OclpKJg6-pipI

[@kirkyoung6962]

There’s a very clean professional installation great job.👍🏾

[@MoreDirtMoreDistance]

Thanks! 👊🏾

[@Ucmirolln]

I really appreciate all your content the videos are always very informative and helpful not to mention your filming style is great. I follow you on social media as well. Stay safe, Jeep wave from NC 👋🏽

[@MoreDirtMoreDistance]

Thanks! Glad you find the videos helpful. I lived in Charlotte for a couple of years. It was nice to be able to drive to the beach or mountains in a couple of hours. 👊🏾

[@kertiszman]

Great video man! Very intuitive...I like the humor washing the Gladiator. lol

[@MoreDirtMoreDistance]

Thanks! 🤣

[@367spartan]

Awesome video. I've watched a few about this and yours is among the best. Thanks, man!

[@MoreDirtMoreDistance]

Thanks!

[@usarmyalaskanick]

Straight forward no nonsense instructional video. Fantastic job.

[@MoreDirtMoreDistance]

Thanks!

[@barryhughes5082]

Thanks for this video awesome and and a great space saver for weekends to keep the essentials going. I see they have a 90watt now and I have been running a 110 watt on roof for 2 years with no problems so will be changing. A bit more costly but less weight and more space following you.

[@shawnblaylock5956]

Nice install! 👍 Enjoyed the video✌️

[@MoreDirtMoreDistance]

Thanks!!! 🙏🏾👊🏾

[@World-as-i-c-it]

Nice install, wish i had your patience!

[@MoreDirtMoreDistance]

Thanks! Working with vinyl will teach you patience 🤣

[@alexcastas8405]

Epic video and install! Does turning the hood lightbar on help with recharging too? :P haha

[@Bucky5068]

Great work as usual!

[@MoreDirtMoreDistance]

Thanks! Giving me the motivation to keep going!

[@Bucky5068]

@@MoreDirtMoreDistance if you're having fun why not!? Yesterday was date night with my wife and we did some good back road exploration in North Central Ohio. Absolute blast!

[@MoreDirtMoreDistance]

@@Bucky5068 That sounds like fun! The really good high elevation trails are starting to be accessible here, so planning on going out Saturday.

[@comingtofull-ageinchrist6736]

that's a clean solar power hookup! first time seeing this one for me. Great install! being able to install it on the hood really is convenient and out of the way, and it looks rugged. I guess the plastic underlay was an insulator? Looks like some really smart tech!

[@MoreDirtMoreDistance]

I’ve been happy with. Nice to always have power.

[@comingtofull-ageinchrist6736]

@@MoreDirtMoreDistance yes

[@lamoe11]

Nice job! Keep up the good work.

[@MoreDirtMoreDistance]

Thanks! 👊🏾

[@taraaaron1242]

Looks great

[@MoreDirtMoreDistance]

Thanks!

[@thequickbrownfox7289]

Nice video! I am curious as to how well the system performs when the engine gets hot. These systems were performance tested at 77F. Also interested in a follow-up about how (if at all) the longevity is affected with the hood mounted system.

[@MoreDirtMoreDistance]

Thanks! Hopefully by the end of the summer i’ll have a good idea of how well it performing. I plan on doing an end of summer update.

[@matnelen1724]

@@MoreDirtMoreDistance yeah wondering as well. It’s a hot summer.

[@MoreDirtMoreDistance]

@@matnelen1724 I'll definitely provide an update.

[@TheBHiveRV]

nice install

[@MoreDirtMoreDistance]

Thanks!

[@deanbaudoin1504]

great video

[@MoreDirtMoreDistance]

thanks!

[@Jeep79]

Awesome video thx for sharing bro thx

[@MoreDirtMoreDistance]

Thanks!

[@FormosanArsenal]

Dis you connect the + and -, directly to the battery or - to chassis ground?

[@FMCOverland]

Love your content! Keep it up

[@MoreDirtMoreDistance]

Thanks! Now that’s getting warmer looking forward to getting out on the trails.

[@myamazingkungfu]

Thanks 4 the info. Can you please explain how to actually use the solar panel, such as how do you use the power that it gathers? Thanks

[@MoreDirtMoreDistance]

Hey. The solar panel sends power to the truck battery. The solar charge controller manages how much power is sent to the battery. You power your equipment using the truck battery. For example I installed a 12v outlet in the truck bed. I bought a 500W inverter so I can power 12v, 110, and USB items from the bed.

[@myamazingkungfu]

@@MoreDirtMoreDistance OK, thanks for the info!

[@LidZLife]

Thanks for the video. Nice job!

[@MoreDirtMoreDistance]

Thanks! I’m back in town, so I can get the Gladiator tailgate measurements if you still need it.

[@LidZLife]

@@MoreDirtMoreDistance yes that would be great. Also the letter size would be good too. Cheers!

[@MoreDirtMoreDistance]

Hey, The word Gladiator is 38 inches long. The G and R at the beginning and end are 3 inches and the remaining letters are 2 3/4 inches.

[@LidZLife]

@@MoreDirtMoreDistance Thanks that’s the info I needed. Cheers!

[@DeanJohnson67]

looks good!!

[@MoreDirtMoreDistance]

Thanks! Before ordering it I wasn’t sure how it would look but I like it.

[@PewPewRealEstate]

I've been looking at this system. I love it. Thanks for the install video

[@MoreDirtMoreDistance]

No problems!

[@caseydman4651]

my only issue with these is that the cut outs for the hood bumps allows things to get underneath the panel, water pools up underneath it then freezes, dirt just collects, ROCKS?! i cannot imagine pulling that thing off to see a handful of tiny sharp rocks chewing away at the vinyl/paint....engine temp vinyl is basically liquid so anything sharp would cut right through let us know how it holds up!

[@MoreDirtMoreDistance]

Interesting I’ll keep an eye out for that issue. Thanks!

[@jefferyrobinson3575]

Great video and install. My query is when driving at high speeds will the panel lift off the hood after it is weathered enough or will the wind rip it off. Thanks

[@MoreDirtMoreDistance]

Thanks! No that shouldn’t be a problem it is that super strong adhesive. Just make sure to use the adhesive prep and do the full 10 minutes of pressure.

[@leightonoc]

Thanks for the video. Were you able to get the app to work?

[@MoreDirtMoreDistance]

I didn’t even know an app is available. I didn’t see anything about on the website or in the instructions.

[@gigilaroux762]

does the 3m adhesive tho hurt your hood? It looked like the edge of the solar panel extended farther than the base vinyl layer. Also how does the soap and water not ruin the car finish?

[@MoreDirtMoreDistance]

Once you install the panel I imagine it would be hard to remove. If your concerned about that I would suggest talking to the manufacturer.

[@seandalejackson2525]

My Man do they have it for the 2019 5th gen 4runner with the hood scoop?!

[@MoreDirtMoreDistance]

I checked the website and they have a hood panel for the 4runner, but for the regular hood only (non-hoodscoop).

[@seandalejackson2525]

@@MoreDirtMoreDistance You Alright Mo-D Mo-D!!!

[@MattPolytech]

What accessories tie into the accessories wires?

[@MoreDirtMoreDistance]

I believe the typical 12v auto accessories cb/gmrs radio, etc…

[@wademyers6051]

Mine is collecting water underneath it. Anyone else having this issue? Its a Sport JL Wrangler, so the same panel installed in this video. Any suggestions?

[@MoreDirtMoreDistance]

My collects water after a heavy rain or getting washed. I think the vinyl should protect the paint, but that being said I have no idea what’s happening underneath.

[@BamaPewPew]

80 watts, I use 4 100 watt panels and I don’t get enough power, can’t imagine 80

[@MoreDirtMoreDistance]

I plan on doing several camping trips this summer, so i’ll find out what it can do.

[@markwyatt3088]

Really? A cheap Chinese 80w panel may at best provide 3.5 amps of charging in noonday sun but are you going to commonly park in the sun when camping? I think not. If you're driving that solar panel means nothing compared to your alternator output. If you're serious get a military grade foldable panel, 5x4' or bigger 100w with max 7.6 amp output ($800) and lay it in the sun with cables to an isolated aux battery so your Jeep and 'fridge are shaded but the panel is getting full sun all day when you're camped. That will work. But hooking up such a lame panel to you car battery and expecting it to keep your 'fridge running after a cloudy day is asking for a dead battery the next day. Let us know how your setup works.

[@MoreDirtMoreDistance]

I’m going to do a full end of summer review, but the short version is that I’ve used it for camping over long weeks to run the fridge, diesel heater at night, and charge small electronics. The battery has started every morning. The panel is good for light work, but It isn’t enough for a serious overlander.