solar

  1. Esqui

    2021 Jayco Alante 29F Solar

    Hell all, I just insalled a solar panel on my 2021 Alante. When I connected the two prewired connections on the roof and the cables that were run to the compartment where the house battery and propane tank are locted, the solar panel started to charge the house batter instantly. My...
  2. SM

    Adding solar & Lith batteries

    With all the differences between models, has anyone added solar (roof) and lithium batteries to a 2021 Passport 199mlwe? Have 2 lead acid batteries now and want to upgrade for more boondocking. Came solar prep, just roof port and supposed to be wiring somewhere, and a Zamp side port. Thinking...
  3. DJ

    Solar Flex 220

    I have recently purchased a 2025 Cougar 33RLI with the Solar 220 system (no inverter). As I understand it, that the system powers the 12V appliances and provides charging for the batteries when not connected to power. My question, is there any way to connect a 12v device to the system without...
  4. EA

    Solar connection

    Is the solar box supposed to have its bypass switch off or on?
  5. MP

    Lithium Battery Upgrade (Storage Bay)

    I have a TMC Fourwinds Super C 33SW (2015). IT has batteries stored under the House Steps.I would like to upgrade my two 100AH Lead Acid Batteries to Two 300AH Lithiums. The storage space will not support this configuration. Has anyone else upgraded like this? DO you have a recomendation of...
  6. LO

    New Prospective Owner - Needs Advice - Solar, WDH, Propane....

    Hello All - Looking for real world experienced campers here as this would be my first purchase. I'm looking at purchasing a new 2025 Wolf Pup Black Label 16FQBLW. It comes with 200W of Solar already pre-installed. I'm upgrading the batteries to Lithium 2 - 100amp hr. with 30lbs of Propane...
  7. UT

    solar flex 200

    Hi i have a 2023 passport 2704rk with the solar flex 200 with 2 100ah litheum batteries and i was wondering if anyone could tell me what i would need to install an inverter to connect to the 120vac system so that my wife can use her cpap machine wnen not connected to shore power
  8. SC

    SolarFlex Outlast 660i-L wiring diagram and/or details

    2025 Keystone Cougar with SolarFlex Outlast 660i-L I've been very happy with my off-grid capability so far. We've maintained enough power to keep the fridge on in storage and stay off grid when camping a lot. This is pretty impressive considering it's winter with less sun and a lower angle of...
  9. ST

    solar hook up

    Two green wires from roof I think are they or what .2023 outback any info will help. Thanks
  10. AR

    2024 243TR solar charger not working

    The solar controller is blank. Pretty much after the first few trips this year. Doesn’t light up with any logos, graphics or anything. Interestingly enough the cargo light in that compartment doesn’t work either? Coincidence? Also, Do I have a bad charge controller or am I missing some sort...
  11. ST

    Advice on adding a 2nd battery or solar panel or both?

    I'm a new Rockwood Mini Lite 2109s owner. Also new to camping. Can anyone advise on what choice makes most sense for folks who mostly expect to use full or near full hook ups and way less boondocking as it relates to the need for batteries and solar. Would it be the best to purchase an...
  12. RC

    Go Power Solar Controller - 32 LuE Error

    Hello fellow RVers. I have a 2023 Tiffin GH1 with a GoPower solar controller with the above message. Parked the coach (outdoors) for about 2 weeks (in mostly overcast weather) and came back to this? Checked the breaker panel but no dedicated breaker for solar/controller. Service dept is...
  13. WD

    Solar Wiring Help

    Hello all, new 5er 366LS and need a little help from the DIY crowd. Adding 2 solar panels and need to know how to pull the feed down to the power utility area. Not a lot of space to see where all the free areas are. Any guidance will be appreciated.
  14. MC

    Way Elite Solar Controller

    Have a 2023 Forest River Forrester Classic 2441DS and I'm having an issue with the coach batteries not charging. It has a Way Elite Solar Controller installed but I've got a sneaky feeling it's not working. When it's plugged into shore power everything charges fine. But when it's unplugged from...
  15. PA

    Solar ready

    I purchased a small Solar panel that is 7.5 watts and 420ma.It puts out 19 volts in full sun . Is. This enough to trickle charge the house batteries when not being used?
  16. RM

    Solar Controller

    Ok FR tribe, I need your thoughts. We have a '22 A122s, purchased new with factory installed solar panel. We live in FL so sunshine is plentiful. Due to batteries going bad, I replaced them this past Thursday. 12.7 was the voltage showing on the controller. Yesterday reading was 11.7. Ordered a...
  17. KI

    solar wiring question

    My wiring configuration consists of 100ah LiPoFE battery, 30 amp controller, 1000 w inverter, busbar, battery cutoff switch and anl fuses for controller and inverter. My question is how do I wire the cutoff switch and the busbar in regard to the battery. Right now , i have the trailer hot wire...
  18. ZI

    Seeking Solar Panel Advice for 2023 Leprechaun 260DS

    Hi all, I have a 2023 Coachmen Leprechaun 260DS and want to install solar panels. I notice that there is a solar connector on the roof, but can't seem to find a lot of information regarding solar for this RV. My questions are: 1. Can I connect 2 200 Watt panels via this connection? 2. Is...
  19. TO

    2021 WolfPack 365 solar panels ATS Switch

    I am entertaining the idea of solar panels as an additional power source. We have the ATS in our unit and looking at who has installed this setup and how you connected to existing 12V system.
  20. NI

    Adding Solar to Greystone GT2400RB

    I purchased the 2021 used and it is prewired for solar. I want add an appropriate amount of Solar to it. Has anyone here installed solar panel(s) to this or similar model. Help would be appreciated on selecting and installing.
  21. TE

    Rockwood ultra lite solar install

    5th wheel . Where do you run the wires from the solar panels to the batteries. How do you mount the panels to the roof? Thanks
  22. GT

    Solar Panel Fuse

    I have a 2024 E to W Alta 2600krb with factory installed solar panels. Is there a fuse for the panels and where would it be located? It’s not in the breaker box inside the RV.
  23. FO

    Does the Solar Still Charge the Battery When The Battery Disconect Switch is Off

    I would like to have everything shut off in the trailer, except for an electric rodent deterant which is wired directly to the battery. Does the solar system charge the battery if I have the battery disconnect switch to 'Off'?
  24. TR

    2023 Bullet Premiere-GE fridge on solar not cooling

    No cooling in the fridge or freezer, the light inside comes on. All other outlets that run on solar are working. Not sure where to even start...help!!
  25. DO

    Solar charging

    I have a 2021 Coachmen Sprots Coach with a single solar panel on the roof. I would like to find out if it was wired from the factory to charge both my 6v house and my 12v starting batteries. Also if they put a charging control to stop charging when batteries are at full charge. Any help would be...

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