Important Note: This video was filmed in 2021. Master Tech last performed work for us in 2022. As of 2024, we are hearing that they have shut their doors.
We went solar three years ago, when someone asks the question. How long till it pays off for it self. Answer, the first day I had the freedom to do what I wanted .
Thats a silly question for a solar system on a rv. The point of solar on a rv is to be able to go anywhere at anytime and have power. Only a house solar system would a pay off be a question worth asking.
if you source everything yourself and understand how to diy everything, its about 1-2 years when youre offsetting fuel at 4$/gal. about 4-6 years if youre offsetting home utility use. unfortunately labor is just so crazy expensive in the US that a lot of these systems will never break even. its kind of like repairing an old car. you are making doctor money by doing any kind of repair yourself but its probably not worth it if you have to hire out the work.
I look forward to reports on how this continues to work for you. Solar gives you so many options that are not always available. I love that you can plug into a 30 amp and still run like a 50 amp. Very creative. Happy journeys!
Finally, someone does what I dream of doing one day. Mounting the panels on a raised rail and not putting all those holes in the roof. It also provides a lot of shade on the roof with it full of panels and that means less air-conditioning needed to begin with. Throw in 48v and you are set for boon docking heaven. Great job!!!
That was really interesting. Being able to run AC is kind of the Holy Grail of RV solar or any solar, house or RV. If you can do that, everything else is a subset. Nice state of the art system.
Excellent video. You guys are at the tip of the spear with solar systems for RVs. I hope many of the RV manufacturers out there will take note and make these types of systems more available. This is the first solar video I've seen out there where they didn't punch your roof full of holes and then dump copious amounts of rubber sealant on your roof. Thanks for sharing.
Enjoyed your detailed video covering the installation of your 48 volt solar and lithium battery installation. Like the commenter below said, Perfection at its finest. Thanks.
One hell of a great set up. I can understand your going to some over the top, I'm a "what if guy", now your covered, no worries. Be looking forward to more videos of your travels and updates of your home. Safe Travels
I'm impressed with your solar setup guys! Just think, you can now park on a cliff overlooking the ocean and stay now - as long as you want to, and only have to worry about having enough water and groceries! Pretty amazing way of life if you ask me! Congrats!
Thanks for getting this system and sharing your experiences with us. I know this kind of solar and lithium has been used in the last few years on Class B and Cs. But I didn't know that Class As are coming to prime time now. Will be interesting to see how you use and like yours!
That was awesome. I'm also planning on a 48V system for my RV for spring of next year. I just ordered a Quattro 48/10000/140 100/100 120V inverter/charger and 4 of the BBGC3 Battleborns. I should be getting those next week. For now, I'll be using them for backup power in my sticks and bricks in case I lose power this winter. But, early next spring, they'll go into the RV and I'll be hitting the road to explore this beautiful country of ours. Yea. When I was planning on my large investment into the charger and batteries, others said why not wait a few years until the prices come down. Well, at 66 years old, it is dangerous to wait for tomorrow before enjoying things. We work all our lives. Now, after retirement, I'm going to travel and enjoy whatever number of healthy years I have left on this earth. I love your videos. Health and Happiness!
We haven’t watched yet but extremely excited. We are going to get some chicken wings, beer, kick back and enjoy 😊 thank guys for taking the time to create these great videos. Cheers!
Great video! It is so interesting to see how Master Tech pieced it all together. We totally understand your choice (greater flexibility), your timing (life is too short) and your discretion. We look forward to seeing you next month! Have a great time with Grammy Kay. ❤❤❤
Thank you for all the great content! You have inspired my husband and I to get out on the road. Just bought our first RV a 2020 Class C Entegra Odyssey 24B! Hope to meet you some day on the road!
I am glad you talked about this not being a money saving move. Not everything in life is about saving money. Quality of life and peace of mind is truly invaluable and not always the cheapest way to go. I'm really happy for you guys!!!
There's a difference between money saving and money blowing. $3600 for a 12V 300Ah LiFeP04 battery is money blowing. (I'm looking at their batteries and it seems to be $1200 per 1280wh)
@@jlarm3 you wanna know how millionaires become millionaires and stay millionaires? They're frugal. To quote my mother "if it isn't on sale we aren't buying it" is something I heard every time I went to the grocery store with her.
@@ericklein5097 I can appreciate what you are saying, but I don't agree with you. If you have the money to enjoy the finer things of life, why not? If I applied your way of thinking, everyone would be driving the cheapest car available. Are you?? I'll bet not! All cars do the same thing, but people still buy more expensive ones because they can afford them.
Very impressive! The feeling of freedom and not having to concern yourselves with hookup availabllity, parked or rolling down the road is worth whatever you paid. Congratulations!
Well the wait was worth it, your solar set up is awesome and good for you guys! I will definitely check out Master Tech for our system installation but at a much less extensive and I'm sure less expensive system, still your system is envious!! Congrads....see ya out there
The solar options are endless, so exciting! So well thought out. Hiring the professionals imo is worth the money & I 💜 the redundancy. I wish you all the best.
Absolutely fantastic. Love it. Looking forward to hearing more how it does. Totally understand the reasoning for the investment and totally agree. Just great.
I know this is an older video, but this is by far one of the best setups I’ve seen. The redundancy to charge your batteries is top shelf innovative thinking. Would love to see a follow up video now that you’ve used it in our on the road!full time.
I just finished a pretty large system in my travel trailer that's going to let me run my air conditioner all night which lets us stay at campgrounds in Florida during the summer that don't have hookups. This is awesome because there are a lot less busy during the summer than full hookup ones.
THIS IS THE FUTURE: 48 VOLTS. A system like this is not only UL Listed and SAFE, but, it cuts out the pollution (global warming) caused by generators that have no emissions control. Lithionics Battery is very passionate about offering 12, 24 and 48 volt systems. Your RV is just amazing and a real show piece. You must be proud of what you did. Thanks for showing it to the world.
I was so excited for you both and have been waiting to watch all of the changes that you’ve made. It so nice to see that you’ve tried to maximise the solar energy available to you and allow you both to rv in total comfort from now on, and all without compromising the integrity of the roof itself. Not drilling any holes is so impressive in itself to accommodate everything, my only concern is regarding the future maintenance of the roof and accessories on it, i.e. ensuring it’s weatherproof and being able to seal anything that will require annual maintenance etc... I was asked by the techs at Newell about solar installations and I asked why the industry install solar like it currently does, i.e. placing solar panels side by side. I suggested that instead they design it a different way. One where the panels could be placed in a rack (on top of each other and end to end) that can then be moved to cantilever not only over the roof area when access to the roof isn’t required but, also extended and cantilevered over the other way, i.e. over the side of the extended rv awnings. I can’t wait to see you both enjoying the fruits of your labour from this side of the pond here in England (Brexitland 🇪🇺🤭), take care y’all, party 🎉 🎈 time. 🤗👍🏻😉
Check out the video of the fifth wheel off grid buddy plug solar set up. He has what your talking about. With electric levers that cascade another full set of 8 panels out over the slides. It produces so much solar power for him that he can even allow others to plug into his rig and actually give them 500 watts of continuous power without limiting himself. Lithium and solar are the wave of the future for class a rv’s. Liberty coach has been using lithium that you can run all air conditioners on since 2012.
Wow! Those guys are good. Hot temps are definitely my limitation in my new camper. I have a solar package that runs everything, but no AC in Texas is no fun. I had a similar experience this summer in Manzano Mountains where I thought it would be cool enough with no hook ups. Wrong! Thankfully the camp host moved me to a full hook up site for no extra money. It was during the heat wave. I would love to have a set up to have ac sans a generator.
Better to have too much than not enough as weather permits. Now that we are back to normal are we going to see some cooking, hiking, Star/Astro videos. Both of you plus Granny Kay mean a lot to me so please be careful in your travels. Hope you have a great security set up as times have changed. I do care ok. Can't wait to see you back on the road doing what you do best. Love y'all and thanks.
I have aich aller motorhome that i am installing my 800w arrays on and i know getting the attention to detail right is HARD it takes time and a LOT of messing with this and that until you finally get it dialed in and then and ONLY then can you start installing. This was VERY well done great job guys!
Congratulations on installing a state-of-the-art system. 48-volt is definitely the way to go for a whole bunch of reasons. Plus, your Onan genny will have reduced runtime and therefore a longer time between maintenance intervals. Thanks for sharing!
I host for the US Forest Service in a campground in northern WI and have considered doing something similar to my Camper. Currently I have about 500 watts of solar charging a single 12V 150 Amp LiFePO4 battery with a 1000W Pure Sine Wave inverter for the computer, TV, etc. When I want to run the AC I have to go to the generator which is not my favorite option. I was considering going 48V to get a bigger inverter and was stuck on the 12V side of things. You definitely gave me some ideas. Thank you.
Beautiful system, we went 24v in our 5R. Our ac is in our basement. Standard household ac, 2 compressors. we have 4 24vx200ah lithium batteries. Haven't put the solar up yet, but want as much as we can fit. One day at a time.
I do have a question now that you seem to be very up on solar how many watts or panels what I need just to keep my batteries up no other use just trickle charge on the batteries while parked thomyt
Absolutely beautiful setup! I am very impressed with your install and what a great job those guys did. For all of the folks that simply want to know what it cost, "who really cares?" Do your own research. If you only want to know what someone else spent so that it justifies you using your generator and calculating a break-even date or how little "solar credits" you get, then you aren't the target audience that this was created for. Enjoy the ability of others, their skills and learn from that. We boondock constantly in our Airstream with a very similar system but carried on the roof of our 3500 Ram and I always simply agree to whatever cost estimate everyone else gives.
After hearing your explanations for your solar panels , it seems to me this should be an add on for all motor homes. I didn’t know of those restrictions and obstacles that can occur in motor homes.
We are really happy with the solar and lithium modifications, but it does add to the cost. And a lot of RVers only go to campgrounds where they are plugged into power.
Very Logical, Very Well Thought Out! Excellent Video. Some people are "dollar foolish". After all this is your lifestyle and home. I'm looking at models that have a range of under $100K to over $250K. Small example: do I really need an automatic reel for hose and wire? No, but it makes it so much easier. Do you really need a hidden TV? Or automatic wind controlled awnings? No, but it makes things easier. We think alike.
Wow! Fantastic system and video. I know you said it was expensive but it would be helpful to know how expensive it was. We’ve been talking about solar but as you outlined it’s not about ROI but the up front cost is important to know. Thanks for a great video!
You’re right Tom. We know the folks who were the first owners of that coach and had the install done. It’s a 12 volt system. Their next New Aire is the first 48 volt system that Master Tech completed.
Just ran into this video for the first time. Subscribed and gave a thumbs up. Started looking for an approximate price but didn’t find one. Will unsubscribe and move on to other videos.thanks for the install video.
Hello well im starting my solar adventure with an Ecoflow Delta Pro and 10 200 watt panels for my 40 feet RV, those roof air conditioners are a joke on any RV, im thinking about going the mini split route but i already have a couple of Kapsul Air Conditioners, those things use a fractions of the energy, and i think the best for heating would be the famous 'Chinese Diesel Heater' that uses a fraction, well who know if there is ever any apocalypse type of scenario, only a few will surive, great info in your vid, enjoy ur RV :)
Awesome. I listened to the pod cast where this system was explained and it is waaaay over my head but I love the technology. I really enjoy your videos and wish you well. Also, hope to meet you on the road some time. The Newmar is beautiful as well. How is it doing? .
We were just finishing the specs for our 48v system when we saw this video. Great stuff! Our system will be about half the size of yours, but will also have a rack system on top (much better than screwing, gluing, and Dicoring). We were wondering if your AC units are 12v or 110? Thanks!
Thanks! They secured the grid to the side rails that house the Girard awnings on the camping side and their "dummy" counterparts on the driver side. They did not drill any additional holes.
Great system guys, if you don't mind a few questions: 1. how did you get the solar power from the roof to the basement? 2. Approximately how much weight did you add to the roof? The position of this weight would move the CG in the vertical position, have you noticed any change in side-to-side motion especially when going around a curve? Did you contact Newmar engineering to get advise on the extra weight up on the roof? Obviously this was expensive, is it possible to provide some information on the cost of the components and labor? I don't know how you feel about providing more technical information for those of us who are interested in such stuff but I, and perhaps others, would like to know more technical information such as why did you go with the external BMS versus the batteries with the internal BMS and if these batteries have internal heating ability why the external bay heaters? Thanks for you great videos.
I have 6 390w panels on my 1999 31ft class a(1999 f53 triton v10) only 14000lbs empty and its an absolute handful if the road and wind isn't perfect, but thats the nature of an older lighter rv without air suspension. If you have a newer diesel pusher thats about 20000lbs or more with air ride, you won't know the 200-300+ lbs of panels are up there.
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Important Note: This video was filmed in 2021. Master Tech last performed work for us in 2022. As of 2024, we are hearing that they have shut their doors.
Oh no. That's too bad :(
We went solar three years ago, when someone asks the question. How long till it pays off for it self. Answer, the first day I had the freedom to do what I wanted .
Thats a silly question for a solar system on a rv. The point of solar on a rv is to be able to go anywhere at anytime and have power. Only a house solar system would a pay off be a question worth asking.
@@randybobandy9828 Read his comment again.
if you source everything yourself and understand how to diy everything, its about 1-2 years when youre offsetting fuel at 4$/gal. about 4-6 years if youre offsetting home utility use. unfortunately labor is just so crazy expensive in the US that a lot of these systems will never break even. its kind of like repairing an old car. you are making doctor money by doing any kind of repair yourself but its probably not worth it if you have to hire out the work.
OMG, That's incredible!! Congratulations, absolutely love the way the solar is attached with no holes in the roof!
I look forward to reports on how this continues to work for you. Solar gives you so many options that are not always available. I love that you can plug into a 30 amp and still run like a 50 amp. Very creative. Happy journeys!
Finally, someone does what I dream of doing one day. Mounting the panels on a raised rail and not putting all those holes in the roof. It also provides a lot of shade on the roof with it full of panels and that means less air-conditioning needed to begin with. Throw in 48v and you are set for boon docking heaven. Great job!!!
That was really interesting. Being able to run AC is kind of the Holy Grail of RV solar or any solar, house or RV. If you can do that, everything else is a subset. Nice state of the art system.
Excellent video. You guys are at the tip of the spear with solar systems for RVs. I hope many of the RV manufacturers out there will take note and make these types of systems more available. This is the first solar video I've seen out there where they didn't punch your roof full of holes and then dump copious amounts of rubber sealant on your roof. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you Tom and Stacy for sharing with us on TH-cam!
Enjoyed your detailed video covering the installation of your 48 volt solar and lithium battery installation. Like the commenter below said, Perfection at its finest. Thanks.
One hell of a great set up. I can understand your going to some over the top, I'm a "what if guy", now your covered, no worries. Be looking forward to more videos of your travels and updates of your home. Safe Travels
Love your new RV, the new solar add makes it even better. Safe travels and we'll be watching for you!!!
Just an incredible system. The new solar benchmark for sure.
I'm impressed with your solar setup guys! Just think, you can now park on a cliff overlooking the ocean and stay now - as long as you want to, and only have to worry about having enough water and groceries! Pretty amazing way of life if you ask me! Congrats!
Very Very happy for you all, we all not getting younger, you all did it in the right time. You all relax and kick your feet up. Very good videos
Thanks for getting this system and sharing your experiences with us. I know this kind of solar and lithium has been used in the last few years on Class B and Cs. But I didn't know that Class As are coming to prime time now. Will be interesting to see how you use and like yours!
Awesome video and wow what a system you’ve put together. Looking forward to following your future travels unhooked!
Should be fun!
Awesome Solar you two! can not wait to follow your results as I follow you two!
Truly an awesome setup. Thank you so much for sharing all this information. Safe travels.
That was awesome. I'm also planning on a 48V system for my RV for spring of next year. I just ordered a Quattro 48/10000/140 100/100 120V inverter/charger and 4 of the BBGC3 Battleborns. I should be getting those next week. For now, I'll be using them for backup power in my sticks and bricks in case I lose power this winter. But, early next spring, they'll go into the RV and I'll be hitting the road to explore this beautiful country of ours.
Yea. When I was planning on my large investment into the charger and batteries, others said why not wait a few years until the prices come down. Well, at 66 years old, it is dangerous to wait for tomorrow before enjoying things. We work all our lives. Now, after retirement, I'm going to travel and enjoy whatever number of healthy years I have left on this earth.
I love your videos. Health and Happiness!
Enjoy your new system and travels Peter! We agree... tomorrow is not guaranteed. Glad to hear you're going out to experience life. 😁
We haven’t watched yet but extremely excited. We are going to get some chicken wings, beer, kick back and enjoy 😊 thank guys for taking the time to create these great videos. Cheers!
Great video! It is so interesting to see how Master Tech pieced it all together. We totally understand your choice (greater flexibility), your timing (life is too short) and your discretion. We look forward to seeing you next month! Have a great time with Grammy Kay.
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Thank you for all the great content! You have inspired my husband and I to get out on the road. Just bought our first RV a 2020 Class C Entegra Odyssey 24B! Hope to meet you some day on the road!
I am glad you talked about this not being a money saving move. Not everything in life is about saving money. Quality of life and peace of mind is truly invaluable and not always the cheapest way to go. I'm really happy for you guys!!!
There's a difference between money saving and money blowing. $3600 for a 12V 300Ah LiFeP04 battery is money blowing. (I'm looking at their batteries and it seems to be $1200 per 1280wh)
@@ericklein5097 One man's stepping stone is another man's stumbling block. Same stone, different outcomes.
@@jlarm3 you wanna know how millionaires become millionaires and stay millionaires?
They're frugal. To quote my mother "if it isn't on sale we aren't buying it" is something I heard every time I went to the grocery store with her.
@@ericklein5097 I can appreciate what you are saying, but I don't agree with you. If you have the money to enjoy the finer things of life, why not? If I applied your way of thinking, everyone would be driving the cheapest car available. Are you?? I'll bet not! All cars do the same thing, but people still buy more expensive ones because they can afford them.
WOW! That is some serious "Tim the Tool Man" solar up there! We want to do the same on ours! Now you can get out there and enjoy!
Very impressive! The feeling of freedom and not having to concern yourselves with hookup availabllity, parked or rolling down the road is worth whatever you paid. Congratulations!
Just listened to your 1 year review video, nice job! Very informative and useful information for new rv’ers. Ok…onto this one!
Thanks 😊
Very interesting, looking forward to updates on the road.
Well the wait was worth it, your solar set up is awesome and good for you guys! I will definitely check out Master Tech for our system installation but at a much less extensive and I'm sure less expensive system, still your system is envious!!
Congrads....see ya out there
The solar options are endless, so exciting! So well thought out. Hiring the professionals imo is worth the money & I 💜 the redundancy. I wish you all the best.
Thanks so much!
Absolutely fantastic. Love it. Looking forward to hearing more how it does. Totally understand the reasoning for the investment and totally agree. Just great.
What a set up!!!! You will be comfortable where ever you go now.
That's the plan Vernon. 😁 We're loving it so far.
Whoa--now that's an impressive solar set-up! Well done!
Thanks!
I know this is an older video, but this is by far one of the best setups I’ve seen. The redundancy to charge your batteries is top shelf innovative thinking. Would love to see a follow up video now that you’ve used it in our on the road!full time.
We will definitely have follow up videos this year!
And any recent follow up?
Wow well done…I am speechless! Congratulations
Awesome! Having it now was definitely the way to go! Live your best lives!
Thanks
Amazing! Love it for y’all!
Wow what great setup! Thanks for sharing!🖖🏻👍🏻😘🙏🏻
Great video, love the detail of the installation and equipment used. Thanks!
You’re welcome ☺️
Unbelievable setup, congrats, I’m totally blown away, enjoy
Thanks so much Willy!
Awesome setup guys!!!
I just finished a pretty large system in my travel trailer that's going to let me run my air conditioner all night which lets us stay at campgrounds in Florida during the summer that don't have hookups. This is awesome because there are a lot less busy during the summer than full hookup ones.
That’s awesome, freedom to go where you want! 🙌🏻
THIS IS THE FUTURE: 48 VOLTS. A system like this is not only UL Listed and SAFE, but, it cuts out the pollution (global warming) caused by generators that have no emissions control. Lithionics Battery is very passionate about offering 12, 24 and 48 volt systems. Your RV is just amazing and a real show piece. You must be proud of what you did. Thanks for showing it to the world.
Thanks so much Steve! We are very happy with our setup.
Love, love, love your new system!
Thanks so much Donna!
you guys go!!!!!!!!!!!! I love it and your life style, BUT I think you over did it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Love It ThomyT
I was so excited for you both and have been waiting to watch all of the changes that you’ve made. It so nice to see that you’ve tried to maximise the solar energy available to you and allow you both to rv in total comfort from now on, and all without compromising the integrity of the roof itself.
Not drilling any holes is so impressive in itself to accommodate everything, my only concern is regarding the future maintenance of the roof and accessories on it, i.e. ensuring it’s weatherproof and being able to seal anything that will require annual maintenance etc...
I was asked by the techs at Newell about solar installations and I asked why the industry install solar like it currently does, i.e. placing solar panels side by side. I suggested that instead they design it a different way. One where the panels could be placed in a rack (on top of each other and end to end) that can then be moved to cantilever not only over the roof area when access to the roof isn’t required but, also extended and cantilevered over the other way, i.e. over the side of the extended rv awnings.
I can’t wait to see you both enjoying the fruits of your labour from this side of the pond here in England (Brexitland 🇪🇺🤭), take care y’all, party 🎉 🎈 time. 🤗👍🏻😉
Check out the video of the fifth wheel off grid buddy plug solar set up. He has what your talking about. With electric levers that cascade another full set of 8 panels out over the slides. It produces so much solar power for him that he can even allow others to plug into his rig and actually give them 500 watts of continuous power without limiting himself. Lithium and solar are the wave of the future for class a rv’s. Liberty coach has been using lithium that you can run all air conditioners on since 2012.
@@lukeelwood2391 sounds great, how do I find it?
Holy cow guys. That’s insane. Love the work they did! If we ever run into each other I’ll plug into your coach!
Very neat set up Y'all!! Bet you are enjoying all of that solar! We appreciate the 6 solar panels we have.
Thanks so much y’all! We’re loving it.
Wow! Those guys are good. Hot temps are definitely my limitation in my new camper. I have a solar package that runs everything, but no AC in Texas is no fun. I had a similar experience this summer in Manzano Mountains where I thought it would be cool enough with no hook ups. Wrong! Thankfully the camp host moved me to a full hook up site for no extra money. It was during the heat wave. I would love to have a set up to have ac sans a generator.
Sweet Setup.
Wow that’s a beautiful set up!!
Thanks so much!
Great presentation! Solar power to the max. Glad that you received Tax Credit. Hope to do the same with my RV. Best, Steve from Western Mass.
Fantastic setup great video
We love it, thanks!
Better to have too much than not enough as weather permits. Now that we are back to normal are we going to see some cooking, hiking, Star/Astro videos. Both of you plus Granny Kay mean a lot to me so please be careful in your travels. Hope you have a great security set up as times have changed. I do care ok. Can't wait to see you back on the road doing what you do best. Love y'all and thanks.
I have aich aller motorhome that i am installing my 800w arrays on and i know getting the attention to detail right is HARD it takes time and a LOT of messing with this and that until you finally get it dialed in and then and ONLY then can you start installing. This was VERY well done great job guys!
Thanks Chris, good luck on your installation
Definitely the largest solar ive seen on a rig ! Well done peace of mind and redundancy and RVs go hand and hand.
This is a BEAST of a system. Probably cost more than my house🤣😂but if you’ve got it, it’s certainly worth it!! Beautiful!
Awesome setup... :-) so badgering the better half to get out and do this life style. Would you share what that solar setup cost you?
What you did makes perfect sense. I'm just cost curious
very impressed
Great video. Very impressive setup.
Thanks Anthony! 😊
Great Rv. I know y’all will have many great adventures in it. Hope to meet down the road and see it in person.
Thanks Dennis!
Congratulations on installing a state-of-the-art system. 48-volt is definitely the way to go for a whole bunch of reasons. Plus, your Onan genny will have reduced runtime and therefore a longer time between maintenance intervals. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks Duncan! We’re really happy with it.
@@rvamericayall It's the future for RV's. :-)
Love the set up!! Learning a lot from ya'll. Just a question about if you encounter hail how will it stand up to it?
Proud of y'all
Thanks 😊
Love your system. All I need to do it is the pretty penny to do it. Enjoy your freedom!
That is an AMAZING system!!! Is it possible to know ballpark cost?
Yes any idea?
Amazing system
Thanks 😊
Unreal setup. You gave to be millionaires to gave that rv and battery and solar setup. Awesome
Thanks, I guess! 😂
🙂💚 Wow, Thank You Both so much for sharing your knowledge
Thanks so much for watching Kim!
8 solar panels and I want to see end caps sealed on the sub structure before the install. Tom and Stacy need to have the best as full time RV'rs.
Keep removing the obstacles that hold you back from chasing your dreams. Enjoy to the max.
Holy smokes. Incredible
Thanks Leona
I host for the US Forest Service in a campground in northern WI and have considered doing something similar to my Camper. Currently I have about 500 watts of solar charging a single 12V 150 Amp LiFePO4 battery with a 1000W Pure Sine Wave inverter for the computer, TV, etc. When I want to run the AC I have to go to the generator which is not my favorite option. I was considering going 48V to get a bigger inverter and was stuck on the 12V side of things. You definitely gave me some ideas. Thank you.
You’re welcome ☺️
Beautiful system, we went 24v in our 5R. Our ac is in our basement. Standard household ac, 2 compressors. we have 4 24vx200ah lithium batteries. Haven't put the solar up yet, but want as much as we can fit. One day at a time.
Sounds like you're building a great system Marell!
What great information..!!!
Glad you enjoyed it Dennis!
very cool
I do have a question now that you seem to be very up on solar how many watts or panels what I need just to keep my batteries up no other use just trickle charge on the batteries while parked thomyt
Might of missed it but what was total cost?
Absolutely beautiful setup! I am very impressed with your install and what a great job those guys did. For all of the folks that simply want to know what it cost, "who really cares?" Do your own research. If you only want to know what someone else spent so that it justifies you using your generator and calculating a break-even date or how little "solar credits" you get, then you aren't the target audience that this was created for. Enjoy the ability of others, their skills and learn from that. We boondock constantly in our Airstream with a very similar system but carried on the roof of our 3500 Ram and I always simply agree to whatever cost estimate everyone else gives.
Thanks Andrew! Hope to see y'all out there somewhere.
Pus50 watscram truck too
Did you install soft starts on the ACs? Do these help with battery/solar systems?
How do you get around on the roof and clean the solar panels? I only have 6 panels and it can be a challenge to clean them and the roof under them.
After hearing your explanations for your solar panels , it seems to me this should be an add on for all motor homes. I didn’t know of those restrictions and obstacles that can occur in motor homes.
We are really happy with the solar and lithium modifications, but it does add to the cost. And a lot of RVers only go to campgrounds where they are plugged into power.
1) 30 hours on battery power sweet 2) your red color with stripes is really an awesome look 🌻
Thanks Jimmie!
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Texas sized solar system!! Very impressive! Thx!
Thanks Rob! That's a good way to put it! 😁
Can I get info on that 48 volt alternator? I’m running a 48 volt system with 48 volt / 500 watt Victron.
Very Logical, Very Well Thought Out! Excellent Video. Some people are "dollar foolish". After all this is your lifestyle and home. I'm looking at models that have a range of under $100K to over $250K. Small example: do I really need an automatic reel for hose and wire? No, but it makes it so much easier. Do you really need a hidden TV? Or automatic wind controlled awnings? No, but it makes things easier. We think alike.
Thanks Joe! We are loving the New Aire and all the mods.
Wow! Fantastic system and video. I know you said it was expensive but it would be helpful to know how expensive it was. We’ve been talking about solar but as you outlined it’s not about ROI but the up front cost is important to know. Thanks for a great video!
I guess 40K
Mount Comfort RV had a used 2018 New Aire with basically the same set up. I believe Master Tech did that work as well.
You’re right Tom. We know the folks who were the first owners of that coach and had the install done. It’s a 12 volt system. Their next New Aire is the first 48 volt system that Master Tech completed.
Hi great video! Thank you. Just wondering a ballpark of what it cost, thanks
Does anyone know approximately how much this new solar/lithium system cost?
Just ran into this video for the first time. Subscribed and gave a thumbs up. Started looking for an approximate price but didn’t find one. Will unsubscribe and move on to other videos.thanks for the install video.
Hello well im starting my solar adventure with an Ecoflow Delta Pro and 10 200 watt panels for my 40 feet RV, those roof air conditioners are a joke on any RV, im thinking about going the mini split route but i already have a couple of Kapsul Air Conditioners, those things use a fractions of the energy, and i think the best for heating would be the famous 'Chinese Diesel Heater' that uses a fraction, well who know if there is ever any apocalypse type of scenario, only a few will surive, great info in your vid, enjoy ur RV :)
AMAZING design!! How often do you need to clean the surfaces?
Wow now i know what is possible !
Yep, it is possible!
Awesome. I listened to the pod cast where this system was explained and it is waaaay over my head but I love the technology. I really enjoy your videos and wish you well. Also, hope to meet you on the road some time. The Newmar is beautiful as well. How is it doing?
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Great video 😁 nice solar system that had to be expensive I guess about 20 to 30 thousands dollars that the biggest system I ever seen 😀
Glad you enjoyed it Stephen!
We were just finishing the specs for our 48v system when we saw this video. Great stuff! Our system will be about half the size of yours, but will also have a rack system on top (much better than screwing, gluing, and Dicoring). We were wondering if your AC units are 12v or 110? Thanks!
The A/C control boards are 12 volt but the A/C runs on 110!
First of all great vid and awesome upgrade. I may have missed it but how did they secure the grid that the panels were secured to?
Thanks! They secured the grid to the side rails that house the Girard awnings on the camping side and their "dummy" counterparts on the driver side. They did not drill any additional holes.
Great system guys, if you don't mind a few questions: 1. how did you get the solar power from the roof to the basement? 2. Approximately how much weight did you add to the roof? The position of this weight would move the CG in the vertical position, have you noticed any change in side-to-side motion especially when going around a curve? Did you contact Newmar engineering to get advise on the extra weight up on the roof? Obviously this was expensive, is it possible to provide some information on the cost of the components and labor? I don't know how you feel about providing more technical information for those of us who are interested in such stuff but I, and perhaps others, would like to know more technical information such as why did you go with the external BMS versus the batteries with the internal BMS and if these batteries have internal heating ability why the external bay heaters? Thanks for you great videos.
Everything I'd like to know as well. Please share
I have 6 390w panels on my 1999 31ft class a(1999 f53 triton v10) only 14000lbs empty and its an absolute handful if the road and wind isn't perfect, but thats the nature of an older lighter rv without air suspension. If you have a newer diesel pusher thats about 20000lbs or more with air ride, you won't know the 200-300+ lbs of panels are up there.
Awesome upgrade!!!!!!! I just want to know how $$$$$$ this upgrade cost? Enjoy it and I think you guys did it right by doing it at the. beginning.