You just bought an RV and want to camp off-grid, but you’re stuck on the big question: “How many solar panels do I need?”
Most advice on YouTube gets this completely backward. They tell you to start with panels. If you do that, you’re either going to waste money on panels you can’t use or end up with dead batteries on day three of your trip.
In this video, I’m showing you the correct order to size your RV solar system so you can boondock with confidence. We break down the exact math for consumption, battery storage (lithium vs. lead-acid), and finally, required solar wattage.
Timestamps:
0:00 The Wrong Question Everyone Asks
0:43 Why Starting with “Panels First” is a Disaster
2:02 The Correct 3-Step Order for RV Solar
2:42 Step 1: Calculating Your True Daily Energy Use
4:32 Step 2: Sizing Your Battery Bank (Lithium vs. Lead Acid)
7:01 The Reality Check on Running RV A/C on Solar
7:27 Step 3: Exactly How Many Solar Panels You Need
9:00 Step 4: Sizing Your Charge Controller (MPPT)
9:49 Download the Free Calculator & Final Tips
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