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I run a permanent solar system. I enjoy the "set it and forget it" point to it. But Sometimes I have to park in the direct sunlight, which can suck if it's super hot out. I've learned that windshield solar screens and cracked windows help a ton.

I've been running my Engel 45 solely off of a house battery/solar configuration for the last 3 months. Using a 100w Renogy panel, 20 Amp PWM controller, and 55ah Marine/RV Deka AGM. This has suited me very well with the Texas sun. But the only loads I'm running are the fridge, and charging...

Bump for a good dude and a clean truck. Best of luck Trey, wish I could own it

Fridge is the Engel. Should draw around 2.5 amps on high

Thanks for the link, a good friend of mine recommended the same thing. This battery has a 2 year warranty, and 2 years prorated after that, so that was another selling point that made me feel a little better about the price. Never bought a battery that expensive before :Wow1:

Man, what a wealth of knowledge this thread has become. A little update though: Yesterday I bought this East Penn Intimidator battery. I know a lot of you have mixed feelings on RV/Marine batteries, but the place I purchased it from told me that a lot of ranchers use it for solar gates to get in...

A lot of good info here, thanks everyone. I need to stop reading the interwebs, because I always find conflicting information. But is it true that AGM batteries need to be charged a certain way? All I have is a Cheaper PWM controller, so Im hoping that holds up, should I get a AGM battery

Thanks for the great info, dwh. And for setting me straight on battery types. However, my panel is on top of my 4Runner, and is separate from the vehicle's charging system. The float charge on my controller is set to 13.3V, and the fridge only runs on the weekends. (So that's why I was concerned...

The battery will be in between the fridge and back seat, inside the vehicle. It is easily accessible by folding the seat down. I guess what I'm asking is; What battery would better suite my needs and not be prone to over charging: Deep Cycle AGM Marine, or Deep Cycle Sealed Lead Acid?

Looking for some help from the solar gurus... I have been seeing a lot of skewed information regarding which type of battery is recommended and which is not, as far as solar goes. I currently have a 100W Renogy panel with a 20Amp PWM controller. The system is a house battery system that only...

Nice report. Glad the driveshaft was an easy fix!

Saw this in another group. Was going to settle with the 50 watt version for $85 but decided to pay a little more for this. Thanks for sharing

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I thoughly enjoyed this report. THANK YOU!

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Very nice photos, and tasteful FJ!

October seems to be one of the best times to go to beat the crowds. Haven't done the NP yet, but hoping to get there some time this year. We too only had 4 days to work with. It's crazy how little of a dent you make in 4 days... It could take many years to see everything there is to see in the...

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Nice Pictures, Vinay

Amazing trip, and great pics. I the Very Large Array was dope