solar panel installation

For years, we've been bombarded with advice on the "ideal" placement for solar panels: south-facing roofs, specific angles, zero shading – the list goes on. But what if these so-called best practices are outdated or even inaccurate? I recently stumbled upon some information that challenges...

I'm in the process of setting up my solar panels on my short bus, I'm using 4 panels , two side by side and front and back. I already figured out the best way to go is series and then parallel. My question is which way will I get the most from my system overall, series side to side and parallel...

Hello everyone ! My name is Austin andI’m over a year in and we have finally started purchasing some electrical things. I’ve read many threads on here and I know everyone’s build is different but I’m having trouble sizing/figuring out how to put mine together. We have 16-200w solar panels...

Hi, I am brand new to the site and brand new to skoolie building. My question is in two parts.My 2002 Gmc 5 window has an almost round roof. When installing solar panels, is it ok to follow the contours of the roof? Second question: Has anyone installed flashing around your panels to eliminate lift?

I have a 2610ML and currently have a portable solar panel on the roof that I have to remove before every trip. I drop the wire down the front of the trailer to connect to the controller. I want to permanently mount a panel to the roof to save me the hassle. It's kind of dangerous for an old...

Hello, I am in the process of getting solar panels for my 22MLE. I notice that roof is made or covered with TPO Roof Covering. If I purchase the flex panels, would the 3m adhesive stick to it? Or, should I think about getting a non-flex panel? If I get a non-flex panel, then what type of...

Hey everyone, I'm new here and getting ready to build a solar system for my first bus. I've been researching like crazy, as I'm sure all of you have done before as well, but I can't figure out exactly what I'll need in a cut and dry list of parts. I'll start by stating what I'm trying to get...

Took the plunge last week and finally installed the solar panels, controller, etc. I bought 2x BougeRV 170W panels, BougeRV entry gland, Victron SmartSolar 100/20 charge controller, MC4 connectors, 25' of red & black 10AWG solar cable, etc. Test fitted the panels and gland, to make sure they...

Took the plunge last week and finally installed the solar panels, controller, etc. I bought 2x BougeRV 170W panels, BougeRV entry gland, Victron SmartSolar 100/20 charge controller, MC4 connectors, 25' of red & black 10AWG solar cable, etc. Test fitted the panels and gland, to make sure they...

Hello all! I am really hoping to get some help with a few questions regarding my solar setup...I have done my best to research and install what I can so far and the last few q’s are ones I just can’t seem to find an answer to!!! Some super basic- I have been moving at a turtles pace in...

Heyo! Sean and Nic here from our magic bus! Here we have some pictures of a breaker we have at the rear right of our bus that is receiving from a 220 cable that hangs from the back and directs into 110 outlets that have been installed along the sides. We have access now to solar energy and are...

Howdy Folks! Sean and Nic here from our magic buzz! We are currently in the process of redoing some wacky electrical in a 87 International s series bus and have been searching endlessly for a harness provider—any clues to where we may be able to shop around for an old part such as that? Also...

You folks that put solar panels on your roofs, How do you attach them and how do you protect them while underway? I would think some type of rubber/silicon mounts to decrease the amount of vibration transferred from the bus. The other thing I want to know is do you cover protect the panels when...