R-pod Owners Forum : Solar hook up http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Introduce Yourself : Solar hook up Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Mon, 04 May 2026 08:05:56 +0000 Mon, 20 Jun 2016 19:09:23 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=8154 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ Solar hook up : Let's see if we can get a... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8154&PID=77650#77650 Author: Danny boy
Subject: 8154
Posted: 20 Jun 2016 at 7:09pm

Let's see if we can get a "get together" at Bear River Reservoir at the end of their camping season, which is the last weekend of September. My wife and I camped there last year at that time and it was awesome as there was nobody there. I only counted 4 sites that were filled besides ours. The weather is great that time of year, the lake is in great shape this year (unlike last year when the lake was about 70 feet low from the drought), filled up to the top, and the snow up above is still melting. Hoping for some good fishing this year. We went up there for Father's Day to do a little fishing and a little 4-wheeling. We had a fun day. If this sounds like a fun long weekend to enough fellow R-POD owners, I will do the homework to make it happen.

Let me know if it sounds like fun to anyone ~ Dan
]]> Mon, 20 Jun 2016 19:09:23 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8154&PID=77650#77650 Solar hook up : Hey Danny BoyMy wife and I have... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8154&PID=77551#77551 Author: funks
Subject: 8154
Posted: 19 Jun 2016 at 8:06pm

Hey Danny Boy 

My wife and I have a 179 rpod and we also live in Pioneer, Ca. Between Sacramento and Lake Tahoe. Will come to the group.  John
]]> Sun, 19 Jun 2016 20:06:11 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8154&PID=77551#77551 Solar hook up : I am testing my new to me... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8154&PID=77536#77536 Author: Westgl
Subject: 8154
Posted: 19 Jun 2016 at 3:43pm

I am testing my new to me Renogy 100w solar suitcase panels.

I am charging up some car batteries, that I have,  that are in good condition.

Both batteries are around 12.56 volts before connecting solar panels, and controller went up to 18 volts at 4.2 amps input is what it looks like it is telling me, then backed off somewhat,
and the output was at about 14.10 volt,at 2.8 amps and reducing from there.

So overall I am liking this setup.
]]> Sun, 19 Jun 2016 15:43:43 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8154&PID=77536#77536 Solar hook up : All of the get-togethers posted... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8154&PID=77211#77211 Author: techntrek
Subject: 8154
Posted: 13 Jun 2016 at 11:02am

All of the get-togethers posted on this forum are here:  http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_topics.asp?FID=23&title=events-and-campouts

You can find more on other forums, although depending on the forum it may be brand and/or model-specific.  Most (all?) here, aren't.  You can also start your own!

No such thing as a dumb question here.
]]> Mon, 13 Jun 2016 11:02:51 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8154&PID=77211#77211 Solar hook up : Since I'm a newbie I need... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8154&PID=77144#77144 Author: Danny boy
Subject: 8154
Posted: 12 Jun 2016 at 6:41pm

Since I'm a newbie I need to ask a question that might get a response like "DA" but I will ask it anyway.
 I was wondering if there is a get together for I POD owners in northern California this summer.
 My wife and I live in Pioneer, that's in the foothills between Sacramento and Lake Tahoe, would anyone know of such a get together someplace near there?
 Thanks, Dan
]]> Sun, 12 Jun 2016 18:41:58 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8154&PID=77144#77144 Solar hook up : Thanks for the info guys it was... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8154&PID=77138#77138 Author: Danny boy
Subject: 8154
Posted: 12 Jun 2016 at 1:21pm

Thanks for the info guys it was helpful. I checked out that solar panel on Amazon and it looks like that one would work great for my needs.
 Thanks again, Dan
]]> Sun, 12 Jun 2016 13:21:58 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8154&PID=77138#77138 Solar hook up : Hi,I am no solar expert, but I... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8154&PID=77106#77106 Author: Heartshot
Subject: 8154
Posted: 11 Jun 2016 at 3:46pm

Hi,

I am no solar expert, but I got this one from Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Renogy-Watts-Monocrystalline-Foldable-Suitcase/dp/B00HR8YNK6/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1465674107&sr=8-4&keywords=solar+panel+for+rv&refinements=p_89%3ARenogy) and it has worked very well. Folds up for easy storage, has a good converter and built in stand. Keeps the batteries in my Pod topped up, and I camp almost exclusively off the grid. I'm in CO, so we have lots of sun, as do neighboring states. Did 5 days in Utah this spring on BLM and batteries never fell below full.
]]> Sat, 11 Jun 2016 15:46:16 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8154&PID=77106#77106 Solar hook up : Hello and welcome from San... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8154&PID=77103#77103 Author: Podster
Subject: 8154
Posted: 11 Jun 2016 at 1:21pm

Hello and welcome from San Antonio! Well, to get it right the first time depends on all kinds of questions. Like: What does it include? Does it have all the connectors, feedline, charge controller, and stand or mounting hardware, etc...some deals do some deals don't and those parts can add up pretty fast. Also, know that there are currently 3 types of solar cell technology I think the most efficient right now is still the monocrystaline panel, the others have a place as well. Also, will a 100w panel serve your purpose? What are you trying to accomplish with solar? All good solar projects include a power consumption survey for proper solar panel sizing so you don't over buy or under buy. Sometimes a small inverter generator is a better solution. ]]> Sat, 11 Jun 2016 13:21:25 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8154&PID=77103#77103 Solar hook up : I want to hook up solar to my... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8154&PID=77098#77098 Author: Danny boy
Subject: 8154
Posted: 11 Jun 2016 at 11:34am

I want to hook up solar to my 2017 R POD 180 and was researching the different panels out there. Is there anyone that has suggestions as far as wattage required and if there is a big difference between panels?
  The solar kit I was looking at is the ECO WORTHY 100 watt kit on Amazon as the price is really good ($209.00) and comparing it with other companies it looks the same as the $350.00 unit from another company.
 Any info would be appreciated.
  Thanks, Dan


]]> Sat, 11 Jun 2016 11:34:20 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8154&PID=77098#77098