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Old 12-23-2020, 04:27 PM   #1
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Recommendations for manufacturers of solar systems

Might anyone recommend a manufacturer of solar panels with which they've been pleased? I have ordered a Jayco Melbourne to which I intend to add solar panels.

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Old 12-23-2020, 05:13 PM   #2
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Tons of information available on the search bar above. Lots of people like Renogy, I am still trying to decide how much and which controller to install next year. ( Coming soon, Merry Christmas!).
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Old 12-23-2020, 08:02 PM   #3
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I put a windy nation set up on my 5er. I have been pleased with it.
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Old 12-24-2020, 07:24 AM   #4
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We added go power when we bought the Accolade and I question why we wasted the money. Solar hasn’t been needed in over a year with over 6k miles driven.

Think 3 times about why you need or want solar.
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Old 12-24-2020, 08:52 PM   #5
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I use renogy. Victron should be pretty good. I like the LCD on the Renogy, but the app (need to buy bluetooth adapter, comes with victron) is ok.

If you store w/I electric plugged in 1 100w panel is plenty to keep house battery up.
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Old 12-25-2020, 06:07 AM   #6
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I too have a Melbourne ordered and will install solar.

I have decide on this controller:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...12U84UZE&psc=1

Most likely will use Renogy panels.
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Old 12-25-2020, 08:18 AM   #7
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I have a foldable panel, 120w, and a 120w full panel
Both are setup on the ground since in AZ summer we hide under trees

Works great to charge coach and my two portable power stations

Probably won't do any roof panels, this works great for me and I primarily boondock camp
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Old 12-26-2020, 08:38 AM   #8
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Might anyone recommend a manufacturer of solar panels with which they've been pleased? I have ordered a Jayco Melbourne to which I intend to add solar panels.

Jimmy Lewis
Jimmy... Go Power... I have lots of info here on what and why for my Solar system/installation
https://www.jaycoowners.com/forums/f...34g-81805.html

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