Solar On Van Roof

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Solar on van roof.

The solar panel measure 1476mm x 670mm so is small enough to be mounted onto the roof of the van more than one could fit if this is necessary for your set up. If you re trying to build a stealth camper van any panels mounted to your roof are going to be a giveaway that someone is living in the van. If you say freedom we say solar power. Solar panels are a key element for off the grid vanlife.

Mark and drill holes in the van roof. Obviously the solar panels are part of that electrical system but i wanted a separate post just for actually installing the panels on the roof of the van. Clean roof and apply loctite pl adhesive. There are various ways disguise this with roof racks and flush mounted flexible panels.

Dry fit the solar panels on the van roof. Using flexible solar panels on a stealth camper van. Bolt solar panels to roof and plywood strips. Our most popular configuration includes two panels on a 20a charge controller that gives you room for adding one more panel.

With a solid alternator charging system and frequent driving you shouldn t need more than two 90w panels on a van. The electrical system of our campervan is designed to power our appliances fan lights 12v fridge etc and can be charged with solar power alternator or shore. Let adhesive cure then seal with dicor lap sealant.