GMCforum
For enthusiast of the Classic GMC Motorhome built from 1973 to 1978. A web-based mirror of the GMCnet mailing list.

Home » Public Forums » GMCnet » Look at all the solar panels!
Re: Look at all the solar panels! [message #64337 is a reply to message #64278] Sun, 15 November 2009 11:06 Go to previous message
Larry C   United States
Messages: 1168
Registered: July 2004
Location: NE Illinois by the Illino...
Karma:
Senior Member
I saw that. I don't know how smart that this, solar panels are not very structural.

Considering the limited space the GMC provides, I suppose that was the only way to go.

I also think the battery storage is limited, probably because of space limits. AnD it says 4 deep cycle batts, does the mean one is for the engine? perhaps hoping that the solar array would keep everything charged, he just uses the coach system for starting power.

so, 4 deep cycle would equal 8 golf cart batts? Where would you find space?

I think there is a delicate balance of how much power IN TOTAL you would need and be able to charge the batteries during the day and still supply power to full fill your power needs during the day and still have enough power to make it through the night.
I like playing with the numbers but the batteries seem to be a limited resource and the panels are relied on heavily to cover for them.

I would like to have his solar panel power but not ready to pay the current prices.


good idea, nice looking coach





Gatsbys' CRUISER 08-18-04
74 GLACIER X, 260/455-APC-4 Bagg'r
Remflex Manifold gaskets
CampGrounds needed, Add yours to "PLACES" /> http://www.gmceast.com/travel
_

[Updated on: Sun, 15 November 2009 11:14]

Report message to a moderator

 
Read Message
Read Message
Read Message
Read Message
Previous Topic: [GMCnet] ulta dash
Next Topic: Brakes and brake fluid
Goto Forum:
  


Current Time: Fri Jun 28 19:26:35 CDT 2024

Total time taken to generate the page: 0.01019 seconds