Solar install

Just finished installing my components.  My panel was removed from our motor home when it was sold.  I purchased panels and controller from "Northern Arizona Wind &Sun" in 1999.  There still cranking out the watts.  The panel is a 90 watt Siemons, the Controller is a Morningstar ProStar 30, 30 amp charge controller with digital meter.    The panel is to large to mount on the roof so I'll be using it as a remote plug-in.  Mounted the controller in the storage compartment at the right of the entrance door (under bunk). Attached battery to controller with #10 wire, fused the positive same as original.  Installed a two pin marine bulkhead connector next to existing wire access hole for tail light harness.  The bulkhead connector is connected to the controller with #12 wire.  The panel is connected through the bulkhead connector.  I used #12 wire for this, not as large as I would have liked, getting connector fitting that will handle larger wire is very $$$$$$$.$$.

My controller has a "load side" this enables me to read the draw on the system and also allows me to turn off the battery.    To connect the load side, use the two wires that we're removed from the battery.

With this system I'll never need more unless I try to run AC for things like MicroWave of other appliances.

Our New Scamp

Starting anew.
After selling our Motor Home, we have a place to park a trailer.   Have been looking for a small trailer for a while now.  
When this one appeared it was perfect.   A 2002, in great condition and price.
A few minor repairs were necessary, but never fear I have to go through it any way.
The AC Converter (converts 110 vac to 12 vdc), was not working. There was no battery or cushions on the Dinette. One of the propane tanks, not here.
The first step was to deal with the DC system.  New battery, then run down all the wiring and make repairs.  Purchase a new Converter and install.  The 110 AC cord was fed through the outer wall, a very poor method, it allowed critters to enter the trailer.   The squirrels had been storing acorns in there.   Had to change that. Installed a 30amp bulkhead connector, that did it.
Next job was the water tank, it was located in the middle of the storage compartment. There was no room for any thing else.  I was able to move the tank and remount it. Then install a water pump, so now you get water automatly when turning on the faucet.

Scamp Futures-repairs/modifications

1-Dinette Cushions

2- Awning 

3- Fantastic Fan

4- mini-Microwave

5- replace drawer

6- install solar system, 90  watt panel + controller.

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