BEST OF SOLAR!! See All the Best Solar Set Ups in One Video!!

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  • čas přidán 12. 09. 2024
  • We have gone back through all my old video's and made a BEST OF SERIES! We have put together several best of videos from the channel for a "Best of Series"
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Komentáře • 106

  • @DesertAdventuresinArizona
    @DesertAdventuresinArizona Před 3 lety +22

    A lot of work to go back through and finding these old videos- Thanks for sharing this Bob! Steve

  • @LorenHenriksen
    @LorenHenriksen Před 3 lety

    Hi Bob. I just saw your movie "Nomadland " Thanks for making a 62 year old man cry for an hour and a half ,lol. Congratulations, I'm sure the film will help many many more people, Well done ! From Toronto, Canada. "See You Down the Road "

  • @bushwhacker2198
    @bushwhacker2198 Před 3 lety +9

    Jim in Denver is one of my all- time favorite guests in Bob's videos.

  • @blueskies00
    @blueskies00 Před 3 lety +5

    Jim is such a cutie
    He seems like such a soft spoken kind gentle giant, not to mention a GENIUS.

  • @paula...sister1of12
    @paula...sister1of12 Před 3 lety +8

    Enjoyed the video. Jim is one of my favorites of your quests. He seems to enjoy talking solar and is very knowledgeable .

  • @StaticMango
    @StaticMango Před 3 lety +5

    We have 3 Panasonic panels. Cuz not all solar is created equal. Some solar panels have 32, 36, 48, 60, 72 and 96 cells. Panasonic has 96 cells and are Better at higher performance at high temperatures. Also, it has dual-sided cells that multiply the energy output. Our 3 panels that are 345 watts each, pull power when parked under a carport or in a shaded area. People who just look at watts are missing a bigger picture. We will be running our mini split this summer. We also have 340AH of lithium and more on the way.

    • @Regina0964
      @Regina0964 Před 3 lety

      I'm just starting up on this journey and you all have some really awesome ideas for all of us.. thank you !!! ❤️

  • @jgm9927
    @jgm9927 Před 3 lety +5

    Thanks for taking the time to do this Bob. It is great info.

  • @monicawilson896
    @monicawilson896 Před 3 lety +13

    Thank you for the time and effort you put into making these informative videos.

  • @johnnylightning1491
    @johnnylightning1491 Před 3 lety +5

    Good stuff Bob. For those of you with the means donating a buck a month to HOWA is a really good way to support what Bob does. If even half of his subs donated he would have about $3,000,000 a year to help folks. Keep the good stuff coming Bob.

  • @stevoreno45
    @stevoreno45 Před 3 lety +5

    Jim is a fun and funny guy. Maybe we could bring him back for some info videos?

  • @setsailatnoon
    @setsailatnoon Před 3 lety +1

    We have 265 watts of power at our cottage which seems to be enough for us, even in our northern winters. We have two power packs in our teardrop with 1-100 watt foldable rockpal panel and another 80 watt foldable panel. Plus we have an onboard AGM battery with a 45 watt panel which is 32 cells, so doesn't need a controller. Everything works fine. ARB 50 liter fridge and a Joytutus 20 liter for our cold drinks.

  • @LadyFrosti
    @LadyFrosti Před 3 lety

    Love the best of video, concentrated condensed information. Thanks Bob! Very helpful.

  • @shaunhall1838
    @shaunhall1838 Před 3 lety +17

    Jim~ 5000 BTU’s of air conditioning running on solar. Wow!

  • @BullScrapPracEff
    @BullScrapPracEff Před 3 lety +18

    I'm really thinking my cabin/garage/parking spot might benefit from some solar. Especially with the current issues with Texas. Maybe a wood gas powered generator too...

  • @babsgaudreau5936
    @babsgaudreau5936 Před 3 lety +3

    Jim. I miss seeing him!!!

  • @rndmparker561
    @rndmparker561 Před 3 lety +3

    I appreciate all your efforts and precious time you give to help others. I always listen close because I know I can trust your intentions. Thank you so very much 🥰🥰🥰

  • @nmr6988
    @nmr6988 Před 3 lety +3

    Wow. This must have taken many many hours of watching and editing. THANK YOU, and thank you to the creative people who shared their systems with you!

  • @dewayneavery5097
    @dewayneavery5097 Před 3 lety +1

    One of the best videos ever. Less talking by Bob. Lol

  • @rgnewlife6622
    @rgnewlife6622 Před 3 lety

    Thank you for taking the time to make this video have a blessed day

  • @audreysmith2557
    @audreysmith2557 Před 3 lety +6

    Wow! This is awesome that you compiled this list. Could you add links to the original videos so we could watch them all the way through?

  • @robertplutz8221
    @robertplutz8221 Před 3 lety +2

    Thanks, Bob! You went to a lot of work to bring these to us! Much appreciated.

  • @johnsimpson8198
    @johnsimpson8198 Před 3 lety +3

    Great idea Bob, love it, very helpful

  • @shirleywatkins3620
    @shirleywatkins3620 Před 3 lety +15

    I was just finishing a hike and said I need to look up past videos of Bob that I saved on Solar options and BOOM! This was first video on my screen👌🏻✌🏻

  • @baronlipschutz-perry5089

    I can't believe I just found you. Ohhhhh you make me feel good about my decision.

  • @jenniferhuffman1835
    @jenniferhuffman1835 Před 3 lety

    Loved this Best of series. Creative best describes everyone’s solar set ups. Two thumbs up.

  • @SelfEsteemArchitect
    @SelfEsteemArchitect Před 3 lety

    Good to see you Bob.

  • @TheFeelButton
    @TheFeelButton Před 3 lety

    Looking at solar to power my mobile shows! Good stuff Bob!!

  • @AskIveSolar
    @AskIveSolar Před 3 lety

    Very cool to see so many different ones over time.

  • @travelduckwonder8013
    @travelduckwonder8013 Před 3 lety +2

    That was really good. These types of examples are important in DIY. JiminDenver (solar Boondocker channel) was the first person I had ever heard of in my life that had an air conditioner powered by solar and so creative with the panels on both truck and trailer. Ausia from PandaMonium was the first person I ever saw with panels mounted on the side of her rig, also very creative. Even though she does not appear in this video, she has her own channel as well.

  • @anomalovahocambuel3799
    @anomalovahocambuel3799 Před 3 lety +6

    WAY TO GO BOB!!!

  • @mahdiomran6345
    @mahdiomran6345 Před 3 lety +5

    Thanks Bob 👍✋😎💚 Great video and all the best

  • @eagleeric1613
    @eagleeric1613 Před 3 lety +1

    Hi Bob......another very informative video.....thanks for putting it up at CZcams ! Eagle Eric

  • @mondavou9408
    @mondavou9408 Před rokem

    Awesome! So helpful to us in the community.

  • @Stasea1
    @Stasea1 Před 3 lety +1

    Great idea ‘ best of’ series!!

  • @Regina0964
    @Regina0964 Před 3 lety +1

    Bob again thank you! And everyone that has solar, I'm new to all this but it will help out when I get to converting my rig when I get it.. so again thank you everyone I'm very appreciative...

  • @Yznewday777
    @Yznewday777 Před 3 lety +8

    Wow I want solar panels💜 cant wait till my next home on wheels. Praying for $ and a van soon to come my way.

  • @wrightturnonly
    @wrightturnonly Před 3 lety +1

    Really well done video Bob. Thanks for the effort, it was definitely worth it.

  • @AhJodie
    @AhJodie Před 3 lety

    This is great, and I am sharing with all I can!

  • @CommonCentsOutdoorsman
    @CommonCentsOutdoorsman Před 3 lety +2

    Haven't seen Jim in a while hope he's going well

  • @darrisnelson5223
    @darrisnelson5223 Před 3 lety

    Thanks so much for this Bob fabulous video!

  • @donnalundy5875
    @donnalundy5875 Před 3 lety

    Can't wait to see the movie

  • @lapsteels8
    @lapsteels8 Před 3 lety +4

    great idea

  • @debbieduffy5121
    @debbieduffy5121 Před 3 lety +6

    I'm thinking a berkey and solar panels are must haves to prepare for disasters.

    • @darrisnelson5223
      @darrisnelson5223 Před 3 lety +1

      Unfortunately with California rules they won’t ship Berkys here… Guess I have to have it shipped to my brother-in-law in Nevada😂

  • @scottfergusson8411
    @scottfergusson8411 Před 3 lety

    Just saw you in the movie NOMADLAND ! Great job !

  • @kathryntaylor4608
    @kathryntaylor4608 Před 3 lety

    Thanks Bob, always helpful

  • @decolonizeEverywhere
    @decolonizeEverywhere Před 3 lety +1

    I love this idea and I'm definitely looking forward to the bed episode. I've seen a couple different beds and haven't quite committed yet to a final build design.
    Thanks for all you do! You're a real life saver!
    ☮️❤️🚐🌎

  • @prettyinpink7058
    @prettyinpink7058 Před 3 lety

    Love this video!! Thank you!!

  • @garyholman2947
    @garyholman2947 Před 3 lety

    Great idea Bob !!!

  • @lcinflorida8728
    @lcinflorida8728 Před 3 lety

    Thank you for this!!

  • @BobtheTraveler-WD8NVN
    @BobtheTraveler-WD8NVN Před 3 lety +1

    Wow a wonderful video, Thanks Bob and Crew !!

  • @rickgeller6043
    @rickgeller6043 Před 3 lety

    Thank you Bob for the compilation best of video. Making just one video takes a huge effort and this one is off the charts.

  • @virgloh8934
    @virgloh8934 Před 3 lety +3

    Where is Jim now?...I was just thinking about him after watching one of your videos the other day..

  • @debbieweckler5239
    @debbieweckler5239 Před 3 lety

    Amazing. Bob, again thank you for helping us all. Great people , great video.

  • @miiimusicaaa2988
    @miiimusicaaa2988 Před 3 lety

    I love , love, love, all your videos......♥️♥️♥️♥️
    Thank u , SOOOOOOOO much....👏👏👏👏👏👏

  • @MrAndycm
    @MrAndycm Před 3 lety +2

    I would like to see Jim again. Thanks

    • @Kelly-st7bu
      @Kelly-st7bu Před 3 lety +1

      Me too. Jim could have a big YT channel but he doesn’t put out videos.

    • @rlabrune
      @rlabrune Před 3 lety

      Me Too!

  • @ridelocalride
    @ridelocalride Před 3 lety +1

    Great information and a great reference to add to my playlist. Thanks

  • @Simbecile
    @Simbecile Před 3 lety

    You were phenomenal in Nomadland. Absolutely phenomenal.

  • @DavidDrivesElectric
    @DavidDrivesElectric Před 3 lety

    wow some really nice work

  • @augustcalderaro3797
    @augustcalderaro3797 Před 3 lety

    What a great video of past, present and future! Thank you for sharing!!

  • @robertstanley3253
    @robertstanley3253 Před 3 lety

    This series will be a great help to many of us thank you Bob! A list of products used would be helpful too.

  • @brunobeaupre1072
    @brunobeaupre1072 Před 3 lety

    Love it!

  • @laurencegoldman4639
    @laurencegoldman4639 Před 3 lety

    Great compilation: I would have liked product links to everything. If you see a set-up you'd like to emulate, it would make life easier to see the exact products used for the build.

  • @carlaportocarrero6464
    @carlaportocarrero6464 Před 3 lety

    Ok, now I have to see those videos. Very interesting information.
    Thanks Bob. 😊
    Te cuidas chico. 🤗💖

  • @keyplayer5
    @keyplayer5 Před 3 lety

    Excellent video Bob. I’m looking forward to your one about the beds.

  • @wvtaco4379
    @wvtaco4379 Před 3 lety +1

    Great video!

    • @wvtaco4379
      @wvtaco4379 Před 3 lety

      Going forward, put together a "best of" videos for the year.

  • @intivism
    @intivism Před 3 lety +1

    This is a great idea! It might also be good to put links to the original youtube videos featured in the top 10 in the description. I'm going to go looking for the video with the couple who had 800 watts.

  • @jacbox3889
    @jacbox3889 Před 3 lety

    Bob would you recommend the Patriot Generator that is being advertised on your videos. It comes with a solar panel and other gifts when it is purchased. Some of the gifts are a solar water heater and a small solar bank.

  • @MusicOrLoseItTV
    @MusicOrLoseItTV Před 3 lety +1

    Sounds like I need to learn about solar.

  • @michaeltichonuk2176
    @michaeltichonuk2176 Před 3 lety

    Well Done Bob!! Outstanding info!

  • @michaelhajba9379
    @michaelhajba9379 Před 3 lety

    Great idea 👍 Thanks for all the hard work to you and your team ✌️🇺🇸

  • @GrantSR
    @GrantSR Před 3 lety +4

    I'm famous! Again! I now have 30 whole minutes and 49 second of fame! 😋
    Thanks Bob!

  • @bensonsspeedshop1191
    @bensonsspeedshop1191 Před 3 lety

    Awesome as Always, Brother Bob!

  • @brianleonard6885
    @brianleonard6885 Před 3 lety +1

    Great stuff right here!

  • @oceanbrzzz
    @oceanbrzzz Před 3 lety

    I miss seeing Jim.

  • @JaniceLalla
    @JaniceLalla Před 3 lety

    I liked it

  • @cheryljohnson4292
    @cheryljohnson4292 Před 3 lety

    Thank you!

  • @journeyoflovelight
    @journeyoflovelight Před 3 lety

    When I see the set ups with batteries I think what about off Gassing? Im worried about the Panel getting broken on top of my roof. Ive had a sun roof shattered by road debris..I really like these one stop DYI. Im saving this one also.. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and your friends. I appreciate all that had a hand in this video. Safe Travels Friends..Peace.- Melanie

  • @x2mars
    @x2mars Před 3 lety

    I bought my first solar panel. 21 watts for $15, on Amazon. It’s amazingly good at charging my phone.

  • @roundstone2020
    @roundstone2020 Před 3 lety

    Hi, my name is David and I love Bob Wells. Have a nice day.

  • @stusasser5947
    @stusasser5947 Před 3 lety +3

    Ive been buying portable solar panels and generators.

  • @drivinfool9902
    @drivinfool9902 Před 3 lety

    So good I got chills. Seriously. I'm getting ready to do vanlife and solar is my biggest question. Thanks for the video and the people that requested it.

  • @joyfaulkner204
    @joyfaulkner204 Před 3 lety

    Thanks for taking the time to share. If someone can point me in the right direction for installation in a van or car. Do you have a utube showing how to install?

  • @ChristianTravelers
    @ChristianTravelers Před 3 lety

    I still like Dokio 300W folding panels that I can stow extremely easy.

  • @peggykreider3852
    @peggykreider3852 Před 3 lety

    Love the "best of " idea!

  • @mrj-charles6383
    @mrj-charles6383 Před 3 lety

    If there is a way to make a where are they now video that would be nice. I know some folks might not be doing nomad life anymore.

  • @EZontheroad
    @EZontheroad Před 3 lety +1

    Hi Bob, while watching this I saw an ad for the Patriots Solar Power Generator, what is your opinion on these??

  • @ernieflynn5124
    @ernieflynn5124 Před 3 lety

    Hello Bob what do you know about wind generators.

  • @dinosanchez8528
    @dinosanchez8528 Před rokem

    I love handy Bob's blog at wordpress

  • @EZontheroad
    @EZontheroad Před 3 lety

    Hi Bob, while watching I saw a commercial for the Patriot Solar Power Generator, what is your opinion on these??

  • @alwaysbetruetoyou
    @alwaysbetruetoyou Před rokem

    I know this video is 2 years old, but do you, Bob or anyone know what became of Jim? His last videos were 4 years ago & looking on his website, that is older as well. Thank you for any information. :)

  • @michaelfairbanks4299
    @michaelfairbanks4299 Před 3 lety

    Hello. I have a bit of an off-topic question but it relates to Nomadland. I enjoy making scale 3D models as a hobby (and teach design). I was wondering what the year, make and model is of the van used in the film (Vanguard). Thank you so much.

  • @decolonizeEverywhere
    @decolonizeEverywhere Před 3 lety

    You completely missed the type of system I'm installing, which is a (Leoch) solar generator connected to solar panels on the roof. Somebody along your travels has to have had a setup like that. Maybe when I get out your way and catch up with you, you can tour my van...

  • @dinosanchez8528
    @dinosanchez8528 Před rokem

    Ok so wiring panels in series DOES seem to be the best way, but I've HEARD (not 100% sure if this is accurate) if one panel gets shade it effects all the panels. Wiring in parallel apparently prevents this. Again, I'm not sure if this is true.

  • @kuangoseilah8082
    @kuangoseilah8082 Před 3 lety

    What about storing batteries? How much do agm have vent to be safe can they bd stored inside a RV or van living area? Is it true lithium batteries don't need to be in a vented ckmpartmen?

  • @jamesrogers4674
    @jamesrogers4674 Před 3 lety

    What kind of batteries does the first guy have?

  • @watbri1801
    @watbri1801 Před 3 lety

    ☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️

  • @debrabaker9351
    @debrabaker9351 Před 3 lety

    Solar systems confuse me so much.... is there a simple step by step?

  • @philipselman2564
    @philipselman2564 Před 3 lety

    Say there Bobby look for some way to talk to you , but could not find a way + maybe you will see this I hope .on your travels of where you are or have bin, have you run across people in your circle that sells hand made things to people thank you Bobby later =wv.a Phil

  • @eugene9915
    @eugene9915 Před 3 lety

    Why does nobody runs a swamp cooler. If your out in hot dry desert. The cool great run off 12volt pump and fan

    • @GrantSR
      @GrantSR Před 3 lety

      It uses a lot of water. We usually have to pay for our water. If we were going to have to go into town to buy more water anyway, we figure we might as well just move to a cooler area.

  • @mystisith3984
    @mystisith3984 Před 3 lety

    Anything solar + batteries tech is progressing so fast and prices are falling off the cliff. #OffTheGrid is going to become mainstream and the grid will be kept as a back up... Maybe, lol.