WALK ON Solar Panels! - ULTIMATE DIY Van Roof Deck
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- čas přidán 20. 03. 2023
- In episode 15, we're so stoked to share with you our van's roof, which has a roof rack deck, 600 watts of WALKABLE Solar, a 12v Air Conditioner, and a Maxxair Fan! It is completely customizable and DIY friendly, we're pumped!
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What do you guys think of the roof?! We're so stoked for the opportunity to work closely with innovative companies on this van!
If you're thinking about getting a roof rack or solar panels and want to support us, check out our affiliate links for your rig!
* Orion Roof Rack: orionvangear.com/?ref=a2DIATBU
* Walkable Solar Panels: www.custommarineproducts.com/van-solar-panels.html?ref=v_VDBA7_R7Y-zV
This panel can put out close to 100 watts czcams.com/users/postUgkxOqI2yqX0XVrhR2BMJciTWrHJpG8FhJyg when positioned in the appropriate southernly direction, tilted to the optimal angle for your latitude/date, and connected to a higher capacity device than a 500. The built in kickstand angle is a fixed at 50 degrees. Up to 20% more power can be output by selecting the actual date and latitude optimal angle.The 500 will only input 3.5A maximum at 18 volts for 63 watts. Some of the excess power from the panel can be fed into a USB battery bank, charged directly from the panel while also charging a 500. This will allow you to harvest as much as 63 + 15 = 78 watts.If this panel is used to charge a larger device, such as the power station, then its full output potential can be realized.
Very cool! Thanks for sharing.
I have forgotten the gland nuts too. Same language, “oh no!” But being such a short run I was able to remove and replace without taking it off.
Love it Kevin! :)
Cheers, Sev
Thanks Sev!
Dad always coming in clutch!!
Looking great, seeing a bunch of watts charging your batteries is a wonderful feeling.
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right! We are so stoked!!!
Wahoooo! Awesome job, Kevin! Those panels are GREAT!
Thanks Babs!!!!
Looks great, Kevin! I need to check out those panels for my deck! Thanks for the video!
Thanks Sherry! They’re a game changer for sure!
Nice work Kevin. I think I’ll need to look into those panels for our Rv. You make it look so easy.
Thanks Scott! They’re an awesome option to maximize as much space as possible on the roof!
Cool
Wow! I’ve never seen solar like that before, pretty epic 🙌
right! We're stoked and can't wait to hit the road!
McGill is a hoot
Those solar pannels are awesome, I still felt uneasy watching you walk on them haha
Haha it was tough getting used to ass well but they’re amazing!!!
i love the idea, but I wish they were more efficient :( My 175W renogy flexibles are only 16%, when most are 21-22
Good Job !
Thanks Vince!!
Looking good
Thanks Bill!!
Love it… but I might have to one up you… ‘there’s always one!’… I’ve got maxx air fan, a single 500W walkable military grade solar panel roof deck from Tiny Watts Solar, a 12V domestic aircon… and a Midi Heki skylight, a dome max air fan and finally a Peplink antenna all fitting onto my 2022 Mercedes Sprinter 170WB roof… 😅
Sounds sick!!! Tinywatts product is so rad!!! They use Merlin panels? Can’t remember the brand name off the top of my head
Where can I see your roof layout? Would love to see some pics 🙏
Good job!
Thanks Ryan!
@@MathersOnTheMap You're Welcome!
What kind of riv nuts did you use? I have a bunch of the zinc plates carbon steel ones and worried about rust
Did you put the light bar on a dashboard switch? If so, how did you wire it?
What app were you using to ready solar input? It is very graphical and easy to read!
I need to add another 300W of solar to my roof. What are the dimensions of those walk on panels you used?
Hi guys!!!
I have a question 🙏🏼.
I got the same set up for solar and roof rack you guys did. Everything just the same. But we’re having questions about how to set up the solar panels. How to link them together. I know you’re busy now, but if there is a chance i can get any help from you we will greatly appreciate it 🙌🏼.
Thank you and safe travels.
We have them ran in series via mc4 connectors! Happy Holidays!
Hi you guys, which deck panels did you need to buy for your layout? (A, B, C, etc) Thanks!
Hey Jason!
This gave me an idea to create a blog post for this in more detail, thank you!
We bought the following for our layout:
A - 2
B - 2
C - 6
D - 2
E - 2
If you’re thinking about getting a rack, here’s our affiliate link if ya want to support us!!!
orionvangear.com/?ref=a2DIATBU
@@MathersOnTheMap Happy to support you guys! My 170" AWD arrives in June and I'll be following your videos as I build it out..
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Not bad at all!!!! Love it
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