Forum: Modifications and Updates
03-25-2021, 12:45 PM
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Yes, good point.
I stay in the west, at...
Yes, good point.
I stay in the west, at beaches, and boondock mostly
So I need sun for solar panels to charge batteries. Hence, a clear view to the southern sky for my Trav’ler dish.
When we do...
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Forum: Modifications and Updates
03-24-2021, 11:13 PM
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Replies: 81
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I wrote in another thread that I had to remove...
I wrote in another thread that I had to remove one panel with four drill less mounts so that I could install a Trav’ler dish in its place.
I was able to remove the four mounts with a plastic putty...
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Forum: Modifications and Updates
09-18-2019, 05:17 AM
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Forum: Modifications and Updates
06-14-2019, 06:47 PM
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Replies: 81
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another Drill-Less option
here's a fellow Thor owner (not sure if he's on the Forum any longer, his last post was a year ago) who installed a HUGE rooftop solar system on his Axis 25.2
several of you current Forum...
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Forum: Modifications and Updates
06-13-2019, 11:16 PM
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Replies: 81
Views: 15,920
Drill less solar mount Update
It’s been 30 days and 1,000 miles
The mounts are as sturdy as the day they were fastened
The solid panels working great.
Good cooling properties, cost less, and long warranty (vs flex panels)....
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Forum: Modifications and Updates
05-22-2019, 10:47 PM
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Replies: 81
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Forum: Modifications and Updates
05-22-2019, 06:02 PM
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Replies: 81
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Update on recent install
i've driven my coach and used the recently installed solar
the mounts are secure, no change from when they were installed
the 200 amp solar works great
i have boon-docked and find that I can...
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Forum: Modifications and Updates
05-17-2019, 05:56 PM
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Replies: 81
Views: 15,920
Long&Winding:
don't over-think it
if you...
Long&Winding:
don't over-think it
if you have anxiety about it, just drill one hole in each of the two front mounts and put in a couple of screws in your roof with lots of sealant
nothing is...
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Forum: Modifications and Updates
05-16-2019, 12:10 AM
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Replies: 81
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Solar Panel Drill-less Mounts Update
It's been well over 36hrs
The adhesive has cured
All I can say is WOW!
Those panels are not going anywhere
I can shake the rig by using the mounts as a grab-bar
IMHO...No need for additional...
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Forum: Modifications and Updates
05-15-2019, 03:38 AM
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Replies: 81
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Solar is Done
Everything went as planned
No snags
1) I located the two spots on the roof where it was most level so that the drill-less mounts would remain flat & be out of the way & allow me space if I decide...
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Forum: Modifications and Updates
05-13-2019, 02:22 PM
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Replies: 81
Views: 15,920
Here’s one panel with feet attached
I’m still...
Here’s one panel with feet attached
I’m still debating if I need the middle feet which came with the mounting kit (all 6 mounts for $22)
If I do decide to add the middle two, I will after after...
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Forum: Modifications and Updates
05-13-2019, 02:13 PM
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Replies: 81
Views: 15,920
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Forum: Modifications and Updates
05-13-2019, 02:09 PM
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Forum: Modifications and Updates
05-07-2019, 02:50 PM
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Replies: 81
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Update on my solar install...
I pre-wired #10...
Update on my solar install...
I pre-wired #10 wire from the roof, down the cool side (rear) of the refrigerator vent, then down under the fridge, across the floor under the sink to the entry wall.
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Forum: Modifications and Updates
05-05-2019, 08:03 PM
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Replies: 81
Views: 15,920
Gnach:
Thanks for the advice
The only...
Gnach:
Thanks for the advice
The only open/damaged box items I received were
- plastic drill-less mounts
- adhesive
- fuses, connectors
They all look fine
Saved about $30
Nice feature of...
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Forum: Modifications and Updates
05-05-2019, 01:29 PM
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Replies: 81
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My parts came in, everything looks clean (I...
My parts came in, everything looks clean (I ordered everything from Amazon, & saved $$$ via the open/damaged box warehouse)
So, with connectors & 30amp controller...$310 + sales tax on some items
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Forum: Modifications and Updates
05-03-2019, 06:54 PM
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Replies: 81
Views: 15,920
Everything arrives today
It may take me some...
Everything arrives today
It may take me some days to do the gradual and thoughtful install.
I'm glad that I went with the solid panels even though they're 15# each x 2 = 30# on the roof (versus...
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Forum: Modifications and Updates
04-29-2019, 04:02 PM
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Replies: 81
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Forum: Modifications and Updates
02-26-2019, 06:26 AM
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Replies: 81
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Forum: Modifications and Updates
02-24-2019, 05:04 AM
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