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    Posted: 08 May 2016 at 11:03pm
Ive had my 2013 182g for a year now after downsizing from a 37ft class A. I like to tinker with things and have spent a considerable amount of time on the electrical/mechanical side of things. I wanted to post a link to some pictures here since i also benefited from looking at others work on this site. 


Modifications include
200W roof mount solar setup
inverter
dual 6v batteries
dual propane tanks
and some other goodies.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 09 May 2016 at 11:45am
We are setting up for dry camping.  I think one thing we need to do is the inverters like you did for your apple TV.  How do you do this?  I have not idea how power works.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 10 May 2016 at 10:56pm
There are many ways to install these. I choose to run seperate power runs to new outlets. You can do it very simple and just run extension cords if you wish. 
Some ideas
http://www.doityourselfrv.com/rv-inverter-install-diy/
http://rpodmods.com/how-to-install-an-inverter-in-your-r-pod/

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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 19 Jun 2016 at 5:52pm
Hey Ronhanson,

How did you mount the solar panels to the roof?

I thought about mounting a bracket into side rails, and or trying to figure out a solid mount that I don't have to make any holes in the roof.
2010 RAV4 V6
2017 RPOD 179 Hood River Edition
Dual 6 volt Batts
Dual propane Tanks
Batt Disconnect
Bed leg extension
Dinette modification
Renogy 100w solar
Motorcycles several currently
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 22 Jun 2016 at 8:55pm
I used 3M marine adhesive and screws, but you'd be fine with a weatherproof adhesive. It's just a pain to remove. Razor blades required. 
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