WildTrappist
Well-known member
I own a Macintosh which has no 12V adapter options. I have yet to install any electrical system into my van. I have read many many forums on electrical issues and still I am confused and concerned.
Right now I just want to be able to power my computer for 7 hours or so a day.
I read that power inverters are very inefficient.
I have very little money to work with, and I am a massage therapist; not an electrician.
My short term plan is to get and install one cheap walmart deep cycle marine battery.
My (quite) long term plan is to have a large bank of AGM batteries with solar panels.
The question is this:
What is the barest essential hardware necessary for me to create power for my computer usage in the short term?
I would like to be able to build upon this system in the future.
I have declined to post about my $$ difficulties as I am a very adept person and I don't want to appear as a "beggar".
I am quite satisfied with "anyone" saying that you can't help me....if that is the case. I have no expectation for an outcome.
You have all written a lot of very insightful posts regarding the subject. That's why I ask.
If you know of any VanDwellers in my area~ Tacoma Wa~ who might be of help for me, I would appreciate a bridge to them. I can trade excellent massage for their time.
I also will appreciate any advice any one can render.
My priorities right now are electric and heat. I have already purchased the 4 drawer storage unit Bob has suggested. I am budgeting for a second!
Thank you all for being inspired to "minister" in your way. I appreciate this website deeply.
In Health,
Alla.
Wild Trappist.
Right now I just want to be able to power my computer for 7 hours or so a day.
I read that power inverters are very inefficient.
I have very little money to work with, and I am a massage therapist; not an electrician.
My short term plan is to get and install one cheap walmart deep cycle marine battery.
My (quite) long term plan is to have a large bank of AGM batteries with solar panels.
The question is this:
What is the barest essential hardware necessary for me to create power for my computer usage in the short term?
I would like to be able to build upon this system in the future.
I have declined to post about my $$ difficulties as I am a very adept person and I don't want to appear as a "beggar".
I am quite satisfied with "anyone" saying that you can't help me....if that is the case. I have no expectation for an outcome.
You have all written a lot of very insightful posts regarding the subject. That's why I ask.
If you know of any VanDwellers in my area~ Tacoma Wa~ who might be of help for me, I would appreciate a bridge to them. I can trade excellent massage for their time.
I also will appreciate any advice any one can render.
My priorities right now are electric and heat. I have already purchased the 4 drawer storage unit Bob has suggested. I am budgeting for a second!
Thank you all for being inspired to "minister" in your way. I appreciate this website deeply.
In Health,
Alla.
Wild Trappist.