RV Solar: Is It Worth the Investment? The Pros, Costs, and Best Uses Explained
Thinking about adding solar power to your RV?
While the upfront cost can be high, the freedom to camp off-grid, reduce generator use, and enjoy quiet, sustainable energy makes it an appealing investment for many RVers.
In this guide, we’ll explore the benefits, costs, and who will get the most value from an RV solar setup—so you can decide if it’s the right choice for your travel lifestyle.
Keeping Your RV Batteries Cool: Installing a Thermostat-Controlled Exhaust Fan
Overheating in your RV’s battery compartment can lead to decreased efficiency and potential damage to your solar system. In this post, I share how I installed a thermostat-controlled exhaust fan with a passive vent in our Winnebago Micro Minnie 2108DS FLX to keep temperatures in check. This simple modification has significantly improved airflow and battery performance, making off-grid living even more reliable.
Read on to see the full installation process, the components used, and why proper ventilation is crucial for your RV’s power system. 🚐🔧
Upgrade Your RV Comfort: Installing a Honeywell Programmable Thermostat
If you're still using the original analog thermostat in your RV, you might be missing out on improved efficiency and better temperature control. Upgrading to a Honeywell Home RTH8560D1002 Programmable Thermostat allows you to set temperature schedules, maintain a consistent environment, and enhance energy efficiency. In this post, I’ll walk you through the benefits of this upgrade, the installation process, and why this thermostat is a great choice for RVers.
RoadVac by InterVac – A Game-Changer for RV Living! 🚐✨
Keeping an RV clean can be a challenge, but the RoadVac by InterVac makes it easier than ever! 🚐✨ In this post, I install this compact, built-in vacuum in my Bigfoot 2500 25B25RQ and share why it’s a must-have for RV living. With powerful suction and a sleek space-saving design, it’s perfect for full-time RVers and weekend travelers alike. Check out the full installation and see how this upgrade can make your RV life cleaner and more convenient!
Step Upgrade
Today we will walk through installing the Torklift Glowstep Revolution on our Bigfoot 25RQ Travel Trailer.
Bigfoot 25RQ Solar Installation
In today’s post we are going to share our extreme solar system installation which powers our Bigfoot 25B25RQ travel trailer.
Links for products and purchases are in the video description.
Amp Hours (Ah) or Kilowatt Hours(kWh)?
Amp Hours or Kilowatt Hours?
What's the best way to measure the battery capacity of an installed RV Solar system.
Let's discuss that in this blog post.
Washington Here We Come
The state of Washington is NOT where we thought we'd be spending our winter this season of our RV Life. However, family emergency dictates our plans in this instance. As such, we are going to be spending our entire RV Life winter in the Seattle and Tacoma area. We will be available for RV Repairs and Maintenance from October 2024 through about March 2025 in the Seattle and Tacoma areas.