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I suppose you do given your past thoughts and opinions. That's cool. Your tag name "rruff" says it all! ;)

I've had other campers where condensation was an issue, but not with this one due to the foam panels and non thermal bridging. However, I do realize the benefits of the mini split system. I will definitely consider this in the next build. You mentioned going all electric,... that too is my...

Ah, I guess I think of it more in terms of "needing" a large enough battery bank. The solar is not really needed to run the AC as I have run my 12 volt unit all night. The lithium batteries is what makes this possible. Faster charge and nearly twice the discharge of lead batteries. While...

How are you equating solar in the sense of need?

These are very informative; Solar Powered Mini Split Air Conditioner Tour - Everlanders see the World! - YouTube 001 - Solar Mini Split Air Conditioner Runs 24/7/365 Day & Night - YouTube

I definitely need to revisit this. Looked at them a few years back but was unsure of durability for overlanding. Since then I've seen them used more often. Just not sure of the battery bank size needed. My current 250ah lithiums will run the 12 volt ac all night, but have little left in the...

Yeah, I kinda figured a 12 volt unit wouldn't exist. The IR panel is interesting, but it would probably take longer to heat "things" for it to be effective. Perhaps the convection/ radiant panel would be better. Amaze 400-Watt Convection and Radiant Wall Mount Electric Space Heater in the...

Thanks for the links, now if I could only find it in 12 volt.

I agree, they are not "normally" used in campers with low R value and high energy consumption. However, with 2" thick composite panels, it does not take much to heat and maintain. So is it overkill to use my propex heater? The propane and heater take up space and weight and also require...

With winter here I usually put a ceramic space heater in the camper to protect the lithium batteries. This year I tried an air dryer since it gives off some heat and uses about the same energy as a light bulb. Temps dropped into the mid 20's and camper temp was 50 degrees. This has me...

The 3m product didn't get past handling. It was flimsy and bendable by hand. No way would it support any weight. The Loctite Premium PL Max was initially very rigid and felt like a panel should. However, when I put my weight to it, it bent due to the glue not being completely dry. I plan a...

So I gave this a try.....very sticky strong adhesive, but not rigid at all. It was not the blueish green color, however it seems they offer it in neutral too. Also gave loctite premium pl a try. Initial test was promising but failed to the glue not being 100% dry. Will have to give this...

Several years back when I was looking for panels, I came across a refrigeration truck manufacturer in Atlanta. They used a 3M product to bond the panels. Never got the name of it, but I remember it being a blueish color. I wonder if this product provides the same rigidity as the epoxy. Looks...

I may be in Williamsburg on business. I'd be happy to shoot you a PM if our travels are in your direction.

Starting to shape up! I watched a few of those Styromax vids, didn't realize they used the Teroson to bond the corners instead of L angle. Have you tried using the Teroson to make a test panel instead of epoxy? Is it viable?

Yeah this is the beginning of a new build. I too enjoy seeing the process as it relates to this build, but it is different. Whether all the content is moved or not is fine with me. I'll leave it to the moderator. The main point of my build was to show how panels could be made at home. In...

Yes there is camping for now. Unfortunately, it has been abused lately. In the last month, turtle nests destroyed, speed limits exceeded, large groups of rigs not observing Island rules, and a homicide. Still a beautiful place. https://www.nps.gov/calo/index.htm

Yeah, once the panels come together its definitely solid. I hear what your saying about a softer bond, but I wonder if that would result in less rigidity/strength. One thing that impressed me with the epoxy/frp/foam board, was the ability to have the cabover floor strong enough for sleeping...

Just found your build, excellent documentation! Guess you had the FRP shipped or did you find it locally? Does the Teroson have superior quality over the Sikaflex? And lastly, do you think the Soller epoxy was the best adhesive for the panels? Mine have held up great, just getting some...

Just checked out the "Sawtooth Unlimited" build. Very well documented. Definitely took me back to the beginning. Most questions and comments come up in that thread also. One method I used during cold temps, was to enclose the panel with plastic and place a space heater at the end. Very easy...