Why Solar and Batteries? Why not just batteries and generator?
Answer: We installed solar and upgrade our
batteries, so we can boondock more than overnight. Our setup supplements power when we are hooked-up
to 15 AMP house outlet or 30 AMP hook-ups.
Our solar hook-up is ready to go when needed, automatic. It is an expense upfront and will take a year
or two to make up the cost.
Generators are loud and smelly. We have to hook-up if needed. They take gas that cost money every time you
use it. Generators should only run for a
few hours, never overnight to be courteous to your neighbors.
NOTE: We have a generator if needed, but prefer
not to use it. Mike makes sure it is in
running order, in case we do need it.
How did you wire up the
rig for our way of living and solar/battery power?
Answer: Below
is a diagram of the setup.