200w Solar starter package...

[galladanb]

Has anyone put together a COMPLETE shopping list for a bare bones 200w Solar starter package?
Assuming the shopper, ME for instance, does not have anything but a van...

It would be lovely to see all of the parts, listed separately, along with the price, and a total cost...

I have a rough idea about some of the components, but I don't know about all of the items needed to
Collect, use, charge batteries, and ???

Most of the kits Ive seen are not complete, lacking wiring, batteries, a way to mount the system, etc...

 

[gapper2]

I let the whole solar education overwhelm me and went with this kit:

https://www.solar-electric.com/rv-solar-kit-795-watts-mppt.html

It is Major overkill.  They do have much smaller kits. Look under the RV and Marine tab.  But it does include wiring, fuses, fasteners and cable connectors.  The batteries are extra.  I was concerned with shipping cost.  The panels are large house panels.  Three panels shipped to GA via truck freight were approx. $120 after discounts.  I only wanted 2 panels but the shipping cost were not much different.  So enough for a future cargo trailer conversion.  Good helpfull peeps at NAWS.

 

[John61CT]

That shipping is more than reasonable, shipping can be more than the panels in small quantities.

Just one reason why finding a trusted local source is a good idea if possible, pay a little markup maybe but huge shortcut the learning curve, might save big mi$take, and support if (when) you need it.

But can be like looking for a good honest mechanic for the van too.