Solar panels yes or no.

Hi all. Have just acquired our first real camper VW t4 trident auto-sleeper and have been advised that solar panels would be a good idea as we intend doing some wild camping both here and abroad. If anyone has had this done and has any adivce on these sytems it would help .
Am looking at a 63w, 12v fitted system and would appreciate any advice as to whether this is practical, worth having or a waste of time and money have been quoted £399 fitted with 2 year guarantee. Thanks

I have a 65w solar panel on my van and it keeps both batteries topped up when not in use and provides adequate power in the summer when not on mains.

I suggest you enter "solar" in the search box above and you will find a lot of discussion and answers to questions.

Hi Doubleh,

We have used Solar Panels for about 20 yrs (VERY expensive then) and wouldn’t be without

I have always fitted my own, so am not up on fitting costs etc !!

Our 110 watt Panel keeps the 2 leisure batteries well topped up for our needs …. normally two nights ‘free’ camping max at a time (we have ‘itchy feet’ by then )

Hope this helps and good luck

Brian

Wouldn't be without our 80w panel

Without doubt the best accessory I have ever bought.

Whisky.

I have a 80 watt solar panel like most of the forum members, great assist, however not much charging today, thick coastal fog here in Bridlington.
Boaby

Yes.... no question.
Rich..

Agree totally would not be without mine.

Cost seems a bit steep judging by last weeks posts, so shop around a bit more!

It won't run your fridge on 12V though ( that is when you get it fixed )

Stuart

80w of panels on the Mh roof & 4kw on the bungalow roof

ONE of the best mods I did on the AS, batteries ALWAYS well charged, give 'em a hammering at night, & they get topped up next day