RV solar and wind power Archives

Good solar design will meet most RVers’ needs

Chuck Woodbury - July 21, 2019

Solar power has been around for years, but during the past decade or so solar systems have become popular equipment for RVs of all...

Solar panel charging tips for any location, including forests

Bob Difley - May 31, 2019

By Bob Difley Boondocking in the national and state forests in summer and using solar power to provide your electricity presents different challenges than found...

Wife worried about solar panels blowing off

RV Staff - May 16, 2018

Dear RV Shrink: My husband just had solar panels installed on our motorhome. I am constantly worried they are going to blow off during...

RV Mods: Is a “solar ready” RV right for your needs?

Russ and Tiña De Maris - January 5, 2018

By Russ and Tiña De Maris As you stroll through the miles of aisles at the big RV shows, be prepared for a new offer...

Steps to conserving and supplying power for RV boondocking

Mike Sokol - November 24, 2017

Here's a question from a reader of RVtravel.com about boondocking. Hi Bob, My wife and I have boondocked a couple of times and like it, but...

Winter boondocking – time to prepare “electrically”

Russ and Tiña De Maris - October 26, 2017

By Bob Difley We're well on the way to winter. Depending on how weird the warming planet skews the weather, you may be spending more...

Solar Basics – Know how to determine your solar system

Greg Illes - October 10, 2017

By Greg Illes Books can be written (and have been) about all the nuances of solar power. For your RV, this article is meant...

Is tilting your RV solar panels worth the trouble?

Russ and Tiña De Maris - October 6, 2017

By Russ and Tiña De Maris We've preached about the positive aspects of tilting solar panels to catch more of that "low on the horizon"...

Neophyte boondocker interested in staying long term in the woods

RV Staff - September 7, 2017

Here's a question from a reader of RVtravel.com about boondocking. Hi Bob, In the past you have probably reflected on various boondocking techniques. If so, some...

Power up your RV with wind power

Chuck Woodbury - July 2, 2017

By Russ and Tiña De Maris Priced on a "per watt" basis, wind turbines beat solar panels hands-down. A typical RVer's wind turbine costing...

Transition to RV solar with low-cost task lights

Russ and Tiña De Maris - April 25, 2017

By Russ and Tiña De Maris Many RVers that are new to boondocking shudder at the expense of putting in a solar charging system. They...

Power requirement for a residential style fridge

RV Staff - March 17, 2017

Here's a question from a reader of RVtravel.com about boondocking. Hi Bob, In the latest newsletter you talked about boondocking and charging your batteries. We have...

On-the-go charging with Phoenix Briefcase Generator

Bob Difley - March 16, 2017

By Bob Difley The Phoenix Briefcase Generator, an all-in-one portable solar power system, was specifically designed for mobile, off-grid and emergency applications. This compact, lightweight backup system...

Disillusioned new solar panel owner seeks advice

RV Staff - September 22, 2016

Dear RV Shrink:We just bought two solar panels for our motorhome. My husband said it would eliminate the need for hookups. We spent almost...

Boondocking 101: Solar power for your RV

RV Staff - April 22, 2016

By Russ and Tiña De Maris For those who haven't experienced boondocking, a question often pops up: "Where do you get the stuff you need...

How to prevent your solar panels from being stolen

RV Staff - April 6, 2016

By Russ and Tiña De Maris Reports from around the sunny side of the nation show that theft of solar panels is on the increase....

Do you really want a Harbor Freight solar system?

RV Staff - April 6, 2016

By Russ and Tiña De Maris You've seen the ad: 45 watt solar power system. Includes panels, wiring, mounts and regulator. Hurry in for less...

How much maintenance is required on solar panels?

RV Staff - March 27, 2016

The answer is "not much!" There is very little maintenance required on a well designed solar electric battery charging system. Solar panels have no...

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