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    Posted: 19 Apr 2018 at 7:12pm
That is a great idea about the boat cleats.

Was wondering if you guys think 4 90 lb magnets with hooks would do while parked?
Would be stowed away while towing.

Cordage I have in excess.
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Posts: 2587 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 19 Apr 2018 at 10:42pm
Whatcha gonna hook the magnets to?  The frame is aluminum and the skin is fiberglass.  Not a lot of ferris metal available except down on the frame.  It'd probably have plenty of force to hold the ties, but it's a lot of kneeling to get the magnets on and off, especially for an old guy like me.  Cry  Whether magnets or line cleats, it is goes with out saying that any flexible solar panel is for while parked and has to be removed for driving.
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I bought a Zamp 120W solution and like the sturdiness of the frame on a windy day. On a good sunny day, I get about 30-40Ahr which is 20 to 25% of my two battery total capacity. One need to keep the panels pointed to the sun for best performance. I also have a plastic covered bike cable and lock to keep them from walking off when I am away from camp.     
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