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    Solar forum link

    <br />I found this site really helpful with solar<br /><a href="/post/www.solarpaneltalk.com"><br /></a><a href="/post/www.solarpaneltalk.com"><br />www.solarpaneltalk.com</a><a href="/post/www.solarpaneltalk.com"><br /><br /><cite></cite></a>
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    wire sizes for solar

    Is 6 gauge wire a good size for a 7 ft run from solar panel (max 29.9v / 8.37amps) to controller?<br />Is 4 gauge wire a good size for a 7 ft run from battery to inverter?<br /><br />
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    when on public land boondocking can you leave ur camper?

    Say you are at the RTR but are camped a bit away from the group for some solitude and you want to take your bike or moped for a ride. <br />Is it allowed and safe to leave your camper when out boondocking?
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    anyone know the cost of trojan batteries at costco

    I am looking for 2 good 6 volt batteries and have read on here that costco may be the place to buy them I can not find them on costco's online website. anyone been to costco and seen prices lately? thanks
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    This camp is awesome

    <a href="http://store.arbusa.com/Touring-Camping-Gear-C18.aspx"><br />http://store.arbusa.com/Touring-Camping-Gear-C18.aspx</a>
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    solar meter / monitor and inverter recommendations please

    I have a 250 watt solar panel and a Xantrex C35 <span class="il">Solar</span> Charger.<br />I now would like a meter or monitor to keep track of the amps in and out, battery / solar voltage.<br />I know I could buy the one that goes with the Xantrex but I know I read that there are better units...
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    DC frig selection advice

    <br />I read on here that the compressor frig's are they way to go if you are boondocking on limited solar and batteries. I have found many models of the dometic branded as waeco.<br /><br />I am looking at this 18qt one for $431 +36 shipping<br /><a...
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    Are there local network ch off air signals in the slabs or quartsite

    I like to keep up with a few tv shows. I am planning on heading out to AZ or to the slabs this winter.<br />What should I get to watch / get a signal. does off air work in no-man's land? I was thinking a dish but hate the thought of another monthly bill<br />I absolutely love this forum. thanks...
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    boondocking and meal cleanup?

    I am wondering how you folks that dry boondock for a few weeks or more cleanup your dishes and pans.<br />I know if you have hookups it is pretty straight forward but with no hookups how do you have enough water to clean? Do you heat water in a pan to wash dishes? Looking for basic how-to by...
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    BZ MPPT250 charger controller deal

    I found/purchased this online after getting some good advise on this forum.<br /><br />$132.81 + $15 shipping<br /><br />http://www.gogreensolar.com/products/bz-products-mppt250-charge-controller-25a-12-vdc-flush-mount-no-enclosure<br /><br /><br />
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    help with the math

    I'm looking at a Dometic DC fridge. Here is the power statement:<br /><br />Voltage: 12/24 volts DC / 110 volts AC Power input: (aver.) 35 watts Running time: (aver.) 15% at 68&deg;F ambient temperature, 19% at 86&deg;F ambient temperature, both at 41&deg;F interior temperature.<br /><br />so to...
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    New member here

    Hi <br />My name is Cedric. I am a disabled/retired medical software engineer.<br />I had several heart attacks that left me with debilitating angina. I am 58 yrs old and recently divorced after 30 yr married to the same wonderful girl.<br /><br />I can not afford my house and really am sick of...
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    wind energy on a van roof

    Hey<br />I was wondering if they make/sell wind generators that mount on your van roof. Could you charge your batteries while driving?? seems to me there is a lot of wind up on my roof at 65mph
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    solar hokup help needed

    Hi everyone<br />I just bought these solar panels from amazon. 2-pack 140watt panels<br /><br />http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007VPQP5Q/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&amp;smid=A21XZF4K65PP5Y<br /><br />I need advice on the connectors and which controller to buy that would give me the best...
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