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right, and we also have the same 'issues' with other power types: campgrounds and drycamping with NO 120v connection, and generators that run out of fuel... there is a 'drawback' to any type of power - Solar just provides a quiet and 'easy' power source, but, of course, only when the sun is out, and/or when you have your battery bank fully charged.
24 batteries would go a long way to helping solve the 'problem' with our current ideas surrounding RV solar. If you remove the generator, you have a lot of room to fill with storage for Solar power. Now, sure, there will be times when you need a generator to get thru a rainy or cloudy period, and your batteries need charging, but we have the same 'issues' with our current power sources, we just are more 'accustomed' to it's realities and how to deal with it.
A campground with 'Quiet Time' for generators is a prime example. No matter how much generator power you could generate, you can not during those hours, usually many, many hours, especially overnight.
I'm just wanting the industry to look at whether Solar is a viable alternative to our 'normal' Generator/Shore Power builds... as it seems Solar is very popular, as both discussions and deployments, yet builders seem to continue to look at it as something the 'owner' will need to deploy, versus designing a coach totally around it.
With a 'roof full' of panels, especially if tiltable, and awnings on both sides that are 'roll up' solar arrays(flex panels)... then I think we're on the way to generating the possible amps we need. Add 24 batteries for storage, a Hybrid Inverter system to make use of incoming Solar amps, and existing battery power, and they may have something to consider.
Individuals buying solar panels is not normally a cost-effective solution, but the RV industry buying solar systems in bulk could change the financial aspect tremendously.
enjoy your day : )
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