What do you guys think of the roof?! We're so stoked for the opportunity to work closely with innovative companies on this van! If you're thinking about getting a roof rack or solar panels and want to support us, check out our affiliate links for your rig! * Orion Roof Rack: orionvangear.com/?ref=a2DIATBU * Walkable Solar Panels: www.custommarineproducts.com/van-solar-panels.html?ref=v_VDBA7_R7Y-zV
This panel can put out close to 100 watts ruclips.net/user/postUgkxOqI2yqX0XVrhR2BMJciTWrHJpG8FhJyg when positioned in the appropriate southernly direction, tilted to the optimal angle for your latitude/date, and connected to a higher capacity device than a 500. The built in kickstand angle is a fixed at 50 degrees. Up to 20% more power can be output by selecting the actual date and latitude optimal angle.The 500 will only input 3.5A maximum at 18 volts for 63 watts. Some of the excess power from the panel can be fed into a USB battery bank, charged directly from the panel while also charging a 500. This will allow you to harvest as much as 63 + 15 = 78 watts.If this panel is used to charge a larger device, such as the power station, then its full output potential can be realized.
Hi guys!!! I have a question 🙏🏼. I got the same set up for solar and roof rack you guys did. Everything just the same. But we’re having questions about how to set up the solar panels. How to link them together. I know you’re busy now, but if there is a chance i can get any help from you we will greatly appreciate it 🙌🏼. Thank you and safe travels.
Love it… but I might have to one up you… ‘there’s always one!’… I’ve got maxx air fan, a single 500W walkable military grade solar panel roof deck from Tiny Watts Solar, a 12V domestic aircon… and a Midi Heki skylight, a dome max air fan and finally a Peplink antenna all fitting onto my 2022 Mercedes Sprinter 170WB roof… 😅
How did you adhere the rest of the semi flex solar panels to the metal, did you use very high bond (VHB) tape so they don't flex/lift up in the middle and come off the roof when you drive down the highway? I used VHB with polycarbonate strips in between each cell, works a treat, the manufacturer recommended that due to the airflow the semi flex panels need from the base they are adhered to. Worked perfectly in gale force winds/hail storms/road trains passing on the highways etc., and were still stuck like glue when I had to remove them to use on my new home on wheels...lol...
Nice build. Though those panels seem to be difficult to clean as I just recieved a 100 watt panel and the surface is extremely rough. My panel was defective, so I am returning it. The Orion Van Gear experience was terrible. Would not recommend.
Hey Jason! This gave me an idea to create a blog post for this in more detail, thank you! We bought the following for our layout: A - 2 B - 2 C - 6 D - 2 E - 2 If you’re thinking about getting a rack, here’s our affiliate link if ya want to support us!!! orionvangear.com/?ref=a2DIATBU
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What do you guys think of the roof?! We're so stoked for the opportunity to work closely with innovative companies on this van!
If you're thinking about getting a roof rack or solar panels and want to support us, check out our affiliate links for your rig!
* Orion Roof Rack: orionvangear.com/?ref=a2DIATBU
* Walkable Solar Panels: www.custommarineproducts.com/van-solar-panels.html?ref=v_VDBA7_R7Y-zV
This panel can put out close to 100 watts ruclips.net/user/postUgkxOqI2yqX0XVrhR2BMJciTWrHJpG8FhJyg when positioned in the appropriate southernly direction, tilted to the optimal angle for your latitude/date, and connected to a higher capacity device than a 500. The built in kickstand angle is a fixed at 50 degrees. Up to 20% more power can be output by selecting the actual date and latitude optimal angle.The 500 will only input 3.5A maximum at 18 volts for 63 watts. Some of the excess power from the panel can be fed into a USB battery bank, charged directly from the panel while also charging a 500. This will allow you to harvest as much as 63 + 15 = 78 watts.If this panel is used to charge a larger device, such as the power station, then its full output potential can be realized.
Dad always coming in clutch!!
Love it Kevin! :)
Cheers, Sev
Thanks Sev!
Very cool! Thanks for sharing.
Wahoooo! Awesome job, Kevin! Those panels are GREAT!
Thanks Babs!!!!
Looking great, seeing a bunch of watts charging your batteries is a wonderful feeling.
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right! We are so stoked!!!
McGill is a hoot
Those solar pannels are awesome, I still felt uneasy watching you walk on them haha
Haha it was tough getting used to ass well but they’re amazing!!!
Looks great, Kevin! I need to check out those panels for my deck! Thanks for the video!
Thanks Sherry! They’re a game changer for sure!
Hi guys!!!
I have a question 🙏🏼.
I got the same set up for solar and roof rack you guys did. Everything just the same. But we’re having questions about how to set up the solar panels. How to link them together. I know you’re busy now, but if there is a chance i can get any help from you we will greatly appreciate it 🙌🏼.
Thank you and safe travels.
We have them ran in series via mc4 connectors! Happy Holidays!
Wow! I’ve never seen solar like that before, pretty epic 🙌
right! We're stoked and can't wait to hit the road!
Nice work Kevin. I think I’ll need to look into those panels for our Rv. You make it look so easy.
Thanks Scott! They’re an awesome option to maximize as much space as possible on the roof!
Good Job !
Thanks Vince!!
I have forgotten the gland nuts too. Same language, “oh no!” But being such a short run I was able to remove and replace without taking it off.
Looking good
Thanks Bill!!
What kind of riv nuts did you use? I have a bunch of the zinc plates carbon steel ones and worried about rust
Cool
i love the idea, but I wish they were more efficient :( My 175W renogy flexibles are only 16%, when most are 21-22
Love it… but I might have to one up you… ‘there’s always one!’… I’ve got maxx air fan, a single 500W walkable military grade solar panel roof deck from Tiny Watts Solar, a 12V domestic aircon… and a Midi Heki skylight, a dome max air fan and finally a Peplink antenna all fitting onto my 2022 Mercedes Sprinter 170WB roof… 😅
Sounds sick!!! Tinywatts product is so rad!!! They use Merlin panels? Can’t remember the brand name off the top of my head
Where can I see your roof layout? Would love to see some pics 🙏
What app were you using to ready solar input? It is very graphical and easy to read!
How did you adhere the rest of the semi flex solar panels to the metal, did you use very high bond (VHB) tape so they don't flex/lift up in the middle and come off the roof when you drive down the highway? I used VHB with polycarbonate strips in between each cell, works a treat, the manufacturer recommended that due to the airflow the semi flex panels need from the base they are adhered to. Worked perfectly in gale force winds/hail storms/road trains passing on the highways etc., and were still stuck like glue when I had to remove them to use on my new home on wheels...lol...
do you use any other energy source besides solar?? can your AC run off just 600w panels?
Did you put the light bar on a dashboard switch? If so, how did you wire it?
I need to add another 300W of solar to my roof. What are the dimensions of those walk on panels you used?
Nice build. Though those panels seem to be difficult to clean as I just recieved a 100 watt panel and the surface is extremely rough. My panel was defective, so I am returning it. The Orion Van Gear experience was terrible. Would not recommend.
Hi you guys, which deck panels did you need to buy for your layout? (A, B, C, etc) Thanks!
Hey Jason!
This gave me an idea to create a blog post for this in more detail, thank you!
We bought the following for our layout:
A - 2
B - 2
C - 6
D - 2
E - 2
If you’re thinking about getting a rack, here’s our affiliate link if ya want to support us!!!
orionvangear.com/?ref=a2DIATBU
@@MathersOnTheMap Happy to support you guys! My 170" AWD arrives in June and I'll be following your videos as I build it out..
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On Day 4... God said, “Let there be light in the vault of the sky to separate the day from the night and God saw how good it was" Genesis 1:14-19
The original solar panel builder and installer... not bad company to be in....
Not bad at all!!!! Love it
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Good job!
Thanks Ryan!
@@MathersOnTheMap You're Welcome!