Solar Gear

Solar Gear

A number of people have been asking me about what I have in the way of parts for the solar setup in my truck, so I figured I’d list the major components here for easy reference.  I’ve ditched the idea of building a custom solar generator in the truck for a few reasons – the main reason being, it’s a LOT easier to carry a Bluetti unit around and place it where I need to use it with no hassle.  The other reason is that I’ll be permanently mounting the solar gear in the camper, where I plan on using it the most.  I can move the ARB fridge from the truck to the camper and back as I need to, in order to keep it running – critical to being outdoors in the Texas heat – even in October and March.

See the full Parts List at the bottom of this page.

Download the PDF (coming soon!)

 

Rich Solar 100w 12v Polycrystalline Solar Panels (2-pack)

 

EPEVER MPPT Solar Charge Controller (40A) 150V w/MT50 Remote Meter + Temperature Sensor

Victron BatteryProtect (Smart 12/24V-100A)

 

GoWISE Power 2000w Pure SINE Wave Inverter 4000w Peak

 

Battle Born LiFePO4 100Ah 12v Battery

Bluetti EB240 2400Wh Portable Power Station

EB240

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bluetti EB150 1500Wh Solar Generator

Bluetti EB150

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bluetti EB70 716Wh/700W Portable Power Station

Bluetti EB70

 

 

 

 

 


If you want to learn the ins & outs of solar power, I can’t recommend Will Prowse enough.  Not only is his book an Amazon bestseller in like 12 categories and multiple countries, it has all the information you need with no fluff or BS.  Also, his YouTube channel (“DIY Solar Power with Will Prowse”) is a must for learning all this stuff.  He even has a forum if you want to ask questions.

My Parts/Equipment List