A fellow on YouTube, RVing with Tito, mounted them on a corrugated plastic board to minimize and water pooling.

https://youtu.be/enEHXnfUyhI


> On May 3, 2020, at 9:30 AM, John Wright via Gmclist wrote:
>
> I went out an looked at several sites on flexible solar panels. There are
> a ton of them out there.
>
> https://www.gonewiththewynns.com/flexible-rv-solar-issues-review
>
> https://www.semprius.com/7-major-problems-with-flexible-solar-panels-and-their-solutions/
>
> Now lets look at putting them on the roof of a GMC. From what I have read
> in the last few minutes is that most have glued the flexible panels to the
> roof of the RV's that were shown in the articles. All were on a flat roof
> and not on a curved roof. I guess it depends on how permanent the
> installation you want. Gorilla products make Gorilla Tape in both a
> doubled sided tape that you could put on the backside of the solar panel.
>
> https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07LFRN1K8?tag=duckduckgo-osx-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1
>
> And a Gorilla Crystal Clear Duct Tape to seal the edges.
>
> https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0783SG446?tag=duckduckgo-osx-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1
>
> These products used together to attached the solar cell to the roof might
> be the way to go.
>
> You need to pay particular attention to the wiring for each solar cell. I
> see in one picture that the wiring appears to be just laying on the roof
> (BAD). All wiring needs to be as short as possible and protected from
> moisture at the electrical connections and secured so that wind buffeting
> does not damage the wiring. The wind flow across the roof of a GMC is not
> smooth as I have had the front AC cover damaged.
>
> I do have a 100W ridge panel mounted on top on my storage pod that can be
> tilted to take advantage of the sun angle and it has work well. Up until
> last year when we stopped bringing the coach out to AZ I used it to charge
> the chassis and house batteries while it was in storage at our park. Lots
> of energy in the AZ sun!
>
> I would also contact the company that makes the solar cell and see if they
> have a suggestion on the best way to mount their cells. IMHO I would avoid
> gluing them to the roof or using any hard fasteners (screws). The Gorilla
> tape can be removed and the adhesive remove too it you have future plans or
> failure of one of the units.
>
> Regards,
>
> J.R. Wright
> GMC Great Laker
> GMCGL Tech Editor
> GMC Eastern States
> GMCMHI
> TZE Zone Restorations
> 78 Buskirk Custom 29.5' Stretch
> 75 Avion (Under going Frame up Restoration)
> Still in AZ, Leaving for home on Tues!!
>
>
>> On Sun, May 3, 2020 at 8:19 AM RICHARD/MARLI SHOOP via Gmclist > gmclist@list.gmcnet.org> wrote:
>>
>> I would suggest covering the wires to protect them from UV and mechanical
>> damage. Any kind of electrical connectors need to be water proofed. I
>> suggest using some silicone grease before making the connections.
>>> On May 3, 2020 at 8:12 AM kelly stockwell via Gmclist > gmclist@list.gmcnet.org> wrote:
>>>
>>>
>>> I guess I'm wondering if this is a perfectly reasonable way to go
>>>
>>>
>> http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/electrical/p66799-200-watt-flexible-solar.html
>>>
>>> is this person here? Can you comment if you're still happy?
>>>
>>> -kelly
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We never "boondock it", and seldom stay anyplace that could be described as
"dry camping". We pay for our campsites, and make full use of the hookups
that we pay for.
So, solar panels are not anything we get too excited about having and
maintaining here on the 45th parallel in frequently overcast Oregon. I do
have a small solar panel on my west facing roof that powers a crawlspace
vent fan. When the sun does strike the panel, the vent fan runs. Never
think about it except when I am cooking on the grill and it is running and
I hear it.
But, it is interesting to see what lengths you guys go to, to
integrate solar into your GMC's.
I think it must be one of those "Why? Because we can." kind of deals.
I am not against solar. In fact if the Costs vs Benefits equation ever
works favorably in my direction. I might consider using it some.
Jim Hupy
Salem, Oregon

On Sun, May 3, 2020, 2:02 PM Carl Stouffer via Gmclist <
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> Here's how I did my conventional panel system if it helps:
>
> http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/g6227-solar-battery-charging.html
> --
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> Tucson, AZ.
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> Lenzi knuckles/hubs, Dodge Truck 16" X 8" front wheels, Rear American
> Eagles,
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We never "boondock it", and seldom stay anyplace that could be described as
"dry camping". We pay for our campsites, and make full use of the hookups
that we pay for.
So, solar panels are not anything we get too excited about having and
maintaining here on the 45th parallel in frequently overcast Oregon. I do
have a small solar panel on my west facing roof that powers a crawlspace
vent fan. When the sun does strike the panel, the vent fan runs. Never
think about it except when I am cooking on the grill and it is running and
I hear it.
But, it is interesting to see what lengths you guys go to, to
integrate solar into your GMC's.
I think it must be one of those "Why? Because we can." kind of deals.
I am not against solar. In fact if the Costs vs Benefits equation ever
works favorably in my direction. I might consider using it some.

Jim Hupy

Salem, Oregon

Back last summer Renogy had a big sale going on and I got two of these
https://www.renogy.com/100-watt-12-volt-flexible-monocrystalline-solar-panel/

They have six small gromet holes at the corners. I haven't been able to figure out how I want to mount them or where I want to mount them (though I think up front around the front vent fan)

How would you mount them? Should I put a "bracket" around the front leading edge to minimize and tendency for them to pull up when driving? Should I use the wide tape and do all 4 sides? Should i screw them to the roof, or glue underneath?

What do you guys suggest?

I've been setting up 2 100W rigid panels when we setup camp- moving them to the sunny areas. I'll likely keep one or both of them for when we have to camp in the shade.

thank you
kelly

The eternabond is supposedly paintable. That said, I used it on the
container turned shed and when the container was masked at a later date for
media blasting of the driveway the tape applied over the eternabond came up
with the paint. I would not trust eternabond to hold a paint film.

Sully
Bellevue wa.

On Mon, May 4, 2020 at 2:30 PM Shawn Harris via Gmclist <
gmclist@list.gmcnet.org> wrote:

> kstockwell wrote on Sun, 03 May 2020 10:02
>> Back last summer Renogy had a big sale going on and I got two of these
>>
> https://www.renogy.com/100-watt-12-volt-flexible-monocrystalline-solar-panel/
>>
>> They have six small gromet holes at the corners. I haven't been able to
> figure out how I want to mount them or where I want to mount them (though
>> I think up front around the front vent fan)
>>
>> How would you mount them? Should I put a "bracket" around the front
> leading edge to minimize and tendency for them to pull up when driving?
>> Should I use the wide tape and do all 4 sides? Should i screw them to
> the roof, or glue underneath?
>>
>> What do you guys suggest?
>>
>> I've been setting up 2 100W rigid panels when we setup camp- moving them
> to the sunny areas. I'll likely keep one or both of them for when we
>> have to camp in the shade.
>>
>> thank you
>> kelly
>
> 4" Eternabond tape. Easy peasy and no holes...
>
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> North Vancouver,
> Canada
> 1977 Palm Beach 403
>
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When my wife Mary and I first married, 10 months and 3 days after our vows,
our first child, a girl was born. When she was walking well, we fitted her
with a small day pack, and whenever we could find the time, we went
backpacking. All three of us fit in our small pup style tent. As she grew
older, we got her a rigid framed backpack that fit her size. My wife and I
both carried rigid framed packs as well. Mine, which I still have is a
Kelty Massif model, and Mary's was an Eastern Mountain Sports model sized
to fit her. We backpacked until our youngest kid was in high school. How
many thousands of miles did we "boondock" it? I lost track of that. But, we
did the Pacific Crest Trail, formerly known as the Timberline Trail, from
Mount Shasta in California to Eagle Creek fish hatchery located on the
Northern Oregon Border at Bonneville Dam. And dozens and dozens of day
hikes, some of them in rugged country. I personally along with my son, have
scaled Mt.Hood, the Three Sisters, Mount Washington, and several others.
So, I know a bit about "Boondocking". Loved it at the time, wouldn't
trade those memories for anything. But, now, I enjoy a comfy bed, hot
showers, propane furnace, and range. I understand what you say about it.
Sometime, when we are just sitting around a warm campfire, sharing good
whiskey with friends, I will be glad to share some stories.
Jim Hupy
Salem, Oregon


On Mon, May 4, 2020, 3:06 PM Shawn Harris via Gmclist <
gmclist@list.gmcnet.org> wrote:

> sgltrac wrote on Mon, 04 May 2020 16:37
>> The eternabond is supposedly paintable. That said, I used it on the
>> container turned shed and when the container was masked at a later date
> for
>> media blasting of the driveway the tape applied over the eternabond came
> up
>> with the paint. I would not trust eternabond to hold a paint film.
>>
>> Sully
>> Bellevue wa.
>>
>> On Mon, May 4, 2020 at 2:30 PM Shawn Harris via Gmclist > gmclist@list.gmcnet.org> wrote:
>>
>>> kstockwell wrote on Sun, 03 May 2020 10:02
>>>> Back last summer Renogy had a big sale going on and I got two of
> these
>>>>
>>>
> https://www.renogy.com/100-watt-12-volt-flexible-monocrystalline-solar-panel/
>>>>
>>>> They have six small gromet holes at the corners. I haven't been
> able to
>>> figure out how I want to mount them or where I want to mount them
> (though
>>>> I think up front around the front vent fan)
>>>>
>>>> How would you mount them? Should I put a "bracket" around the front
>>> leading edge to minimize and tendency for them to pull up when
> driving?
>>>> Should I use the wide tape and do all 4 sides? Should i screw them
> to
>>> the roof, or glue underneath?
>>>>
>>>> What do you guys suggest?
>>>>
>>>> I've been setting up 2 100W rigid panels when we setup camp- moving
> them
>>> to the sunny areas. I'll likely keep one or both of them for when we
>>>> have to camp in the shade.
>>>>
>>>> thank you
>>>> kelly
>>>
>>> 4" Eternabond tape. Easy peasy and no holes...
>>>
>>> --
>>> Shawn Harris
>>> North Vancouver,
>>> Canada
>>> 1977 Palm Beach 403
>>>
>>>
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> Yeah, I can't speak to eternabond's "paintabilty" but I would certainly
> trust it to hold the panels down. That stuff sticks like nobody's
> business.
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> North Vancouver,
> Canada
> 1977 Palm Beach 403
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