Category: Living in an RV
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Quartzsite to Phoenix: Our Crazy Cheap Solar Panel Run
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It’s Rob from Travels With Dottie — yes, I really do have a name 😄. In this video I’m taking you along from Quartzsite, Arizona to SanTan Solar in the Phoenix area with my buddy Denny from DDK Travels to hunt for industrial-grade solar panels at budget prices. We start with an early Quartzsite sunrise…
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How Much Power Do My Solar Panels REALLY Make?
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Welcome to another episode of Travels With Dottie!In this video, I’m revisiting one of my most-requested topics — how RV solar power actually works — with a clear, layperson-friendly explanation. This segment was originally recorded during the 2025 Quartzsite season, but it’s just as relevant today for anyone curious about solar setups for boondocking. I’ll…
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Why I Don’t Worry About Solar Anymore! The CHARGING HACK Every Vanlifer Should Know!
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in Bob Wells, boondock, boondocking, camp, camper, camper van, campervan, car, caravan, Cheap RV Living, CheapRVLiving, Class B, Class C, diy camper van, diy van build, Full-time, house, how to live in a van, Living in a car, Living in a RV, living in a van, Living in an RV, nomad, Nomadland, RTR, rv, RV Life, sprinter van, tiny, travel, Truck Living, van, van build, van conversion, van dweller, van dwelling, van life, van living, van tour, vandwelling, vanlifeSubscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@CheapRVliving Struggling with solar on cloudy days? The BLUETTI Charger 1 is a 560W DC-DC alternator charger that delivers power 6X as FAST, making it ideal for van life. When solar isn’t cutting it, just start your vehicle and charge your power station while you drive—no stress! 🔴AMAZON LINKS:✅Bluetti Elite 200 V2 Power Station…
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Easy Van Life Hack! Installing Solar Panels on My Subaru Roof!
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in Bob Wells, boondock, boondocking, camp, camper, camper van, campervan, car, caravan, Cheap RV Living, CheapRVLiving, Class B, Class C, diy camper van, diy van build, Full-time, house, how to live in a van, Living in a car, Living in a RV, living in a van, Living in an RV, nomad, Nomadland, RTR, rv, RV Life, sprinter van, tiny, travel, Truck Living, van, van build, van conversion, van dweller, van dwelling, van life, van living, van tour, vandwelling, vanlifeSubscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@CheapRVliving 🔴AMAZON LINK:BougeRV Bifacial 600 Watts 12BB Solar Panel (BIFACIAL 2PCS 300W)https://amzn.to/4jghuoR Discover how I installed 300W solar panel on my Subaru to power Starlink, a fridge, and even a microwave! This setup maximizes the limited roof space of a car, making it the ultimate off-grid solution for road trips and full-time nomads. I’ll…
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200W vs 400W Solar Panels: What You Need to Know for Van Life!
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in Bob Wells, boondock, boondocking, camp, camper, camper van, campervan, car, caravan, Cheap RV Living, CheapRVLiving, Class B, Class C, diy camper van, diy van build, Full-time, house, how to live in a van, Living in a car, Living in a RV, living in a van, Living in an RV, nomad, Nomadland, RTR, rv, RV Life, sprinter van, tiny, travel, Truck Living, van, van build, van conversion, van dweller, van dwelling, van life, van living, van tour, vandwelling, vanlifeSubscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@CheapRVliving Choosing the right solar panel is crucial for ensuring you have enough power to keep your devices running while enjoying the freedom of van life. In this video, we dive into the ultimate Van Life Guide to Buying Portable Solar Panels. Should you choose a 200W or 400W panel? We break down the…
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SUPER CHEAP Affordable Solar Panels for VAN Life!
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in Bob Wells, boondock, boondocking, camp, camper, camper van, campervan, car, caravan, Cheap RV Living, CheapRVLiving, Class B, Class C, diy camper van, diy van build, Full-time, house, how to live in a van, Living in a car, Living in a RV, living in a van, Living in an RV, nomad, Nomadland, RTR, rv, RV Life, sprinter van, tiny, travel, Truck Living, van, van build, van conversion, van dweller, van dwelling, van life, van living, van tour, vandwelling, vanlifeSubscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@CheapRVliving Santan Solar’s mission is to make solar energy accessible for all budgets. They offer a wide range of panels from 200W to 500W, plus inverters, chargers, and more. Whether for a vehicle or a tiny home, they provide affordable solar solutions perfect for van life. 🔴CONTACT SANTAN SOLAR: Website: https://www.santansolar.com/Address: 596 Germánn Rd…
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Solar on a Budget: Exploring the Top Affordable 200W Portable Panels for Van Life
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in Bob Wells, boondock, boondocking, camp, camper, camper van, campervan, car, caravan, Cheap RV Living, CheapRVLiving, Class B, Class C, diy camper van, diy van build, Full-time, house, how to live in a van, Living in a car, Living in a RV, living in a van, Living in an RV, nomad, Nomadland, RTR, rv, RV Life, sprinter van, tiny, travel, Truck Living, van, van build, van conversion, van dweller, van dwelling, van life, van living, van tour, vandwelling, vanlifeToday I am comparing some of the cheaper, more affordable large 200W portable solar panel options! Large portable solar panels can charge your solar genrator fast! Are these cheaper brands worth it? Can they compare to the Bluetti PV350 and PV20 Solar Panels? Let’s find out! AMAZON LINKS– GRECELL 200W Portable Solar Panel https://amzn.to/3DYi6MK– ALLPOWERS…