Solar Panel Installation On An Enclosed Cargo Trailer | How to install a 12v Solar Panel Kit | DIY!

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  • @alkydah6741
    @alkydah6741 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just found this and subscribed. Retiring next year, going to get me a 6x12 enclosed to camp and ride out of for longer period than a weekend.

    • @Myksgarage
      @Myksgarage  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Awesome! Thanks for subscribing

  • @MrDarkskies
    @MrDarkskies ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Gotta ask. 9 months later, how are those flexible panels holding up? Still working? Still living up to your expectations? Thanks for the video!

    • @Myksgarage
      @Myksgarage  ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I'll do an updated video once the snow all melts away

    • @johnnyhacking1460
      @johnnyhacking1460 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Excited to see your review on this. I am currently building out my trailer@@Myksgarage

  • @coasttocoastphoto
    @coasttocoastphoto ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’ve had 4 flexible panels on my Sprinter for years with no problems, but it looks like you may be losing some effiiciency by shading the panel with the aluminum and also the long bolts.

    • @Myksgarage
      @Myksgarage  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for the info

  • @anchoicungdanny868
    @anchoicungdanny868 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What type solar like... please
    So smart type. Thank you

    • @Myksgarage
      @Myksgarage  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This is the link to the kit I used: amzn.to/45bN5jg
      Thanks for watching

  • @GreatLakesSoftwashMI
    @GreatLakesSoftwashMI 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for the video. I’m looking to do the same thing but batteries get more use than just lights.
    Any updates on how it has the panel has held up through the winter?

    • @Myksgarage
      @Myksgarage  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It's held up well, still going strong

  • @mondavou9408
    @mondavou9408 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the video. I'm on the hunt for a high quality trailer 18-28' if any of your motorcycle buddies are getting rid of theirs. Cheers.

    • @Myksgarage
      @Myksgarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'll keep an eye out!

  • @HockeyRef14
    @HockeyRef14 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What size washer / nuts / bolts did you use? Thanks for the video!

    • @Myksgarage
      @Myksgarage  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I believe they were M4

  • @ianhaskell5736
    @ianhaskell5736 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You want more eterna bond tape actually attaching to the roof ….you’ve got it fully covering the alum tabs, but barely over the side touching the roof. I know it’s a strong tape but over time you’re risking debonding to the roof because it’s barely there

    • @Myksgarage
      @Myksgarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah, that's a good point, thanks for commenting

  • @bennettlenox4354
    @bennettlenox4354 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video thanks. So does the solar charger controller automatically shut off when the battery is charged and does it maintain the battery at 100% without your extension cord hooked up.

    • @Myksgarage
      @Myksgarage  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I can't confirm if the charge control shuts off at 100%

  • @justflooreit4me1
    @justflooreit4me1 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I hope it works well

    • @Myksgarage
      @Myksgarage  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      So far it's worked great

  • @tstonge4982
    @tstonge4982 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Question: can both the solar charger AND the onboard 110 charger, be connected to the battery at the same time? Meaning, can I leave both leads connected to the battery and have both sources charging at the same time?
    Not for the intention of charging faster, but because of not wanting to change connection sources if/when I have access to a supplier power source and don't want to connect/disconnect every time.

    • @Myksgarage
      @Myksgarage  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Good question, I leave both connected at the same time frequently and they will both be charging the battery and will then stop when it's full

  • @chadjones99
    @chadjones99 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    hows the panel mounting holding up?

    • @Myksgarage
      @Myksgarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      So far no issues or problems, it's holding strong!

    • @chadjones99
      @chadjones99 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Myksgarage im building a system mounted on my cargo trailer. so far I have installed 7 panels rated at 250 watts each I still have 5 more to mount, with an 8kw inverter and 2 server rack Lipo 48 volt batteries I had to use sq tubing and screws no tape

    • @mondavou9408
      @mondavou9408 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@chadjones99 I would like to know more about your set up and if you have a line on where to pick up a high quality trailer for cheap. I want to do the same thing. I already purchased the inverter and batteries (EG4 6500EX & three EG4 100 AH 48V server rack batteries). On the hunt for a 16-28' trailer then I'll figure out how to max the solar and start putting it all together.

  • @winstonhall1485
    @winstonhall1485 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hello. How is this holding up?

    • @Myksgarage
      @Myksgarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      So far so good, no issues at all

    • @winstonhall1485
      @winstonhall1485 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Myksgarage glad to hear. Going to get one for my trailer. I have an electric jack and the battery died once and that’s enough for me. Time to fix that

    • @Myksgarage
      @Myksgarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      This Solar panel will work great for that!

  • @frankfortmarine
    @frankfortmarine ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you do much interstate driving with it?

    • @Myksgarage
      @Myksgarage  ปีที่แล้ว

      Not much so I can't attest to that

  • @djfabo6329
    @djfabo6329 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What kind of sheet are you using under the solar panel? Can’t find that one on Amazon… and also, can you put the aluminum metal that you got and the tape you used

    • @Myksgarage
      @Myksgarage  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It's this stuff
      www.amazon.com/dp/B01HQHQA26/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_YSBP7XVSGV43037QKSDS?linkCode=ml2&tag=myksgarage-20

    • @HockeyRef14
      @HockeyRef14 ปีที่แล้ว

      The solar panel is almost 48 x 24. Did you stick two sheets together to cover the solar panel?

    • @djfabo6329
      @djfabo6329 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@HockeyRef14 I haven’t ordered mine yet, but I’m pretty sure you could. Did you order yours yet? And have you start it?

    • @HockeyRef14
      @HockeyRef14 ปีที่แล้ว

      Purchase 24x48 sheets off Amazon. Installing once they come in next week

    • @djfabo6329
      @djfabo6329 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@HockeyRef14can’t find the 24 x 48 put a link in the description are you going to put your battery and everything in right away? I think I’m just gonna get the solar panel and run that for now and when I get more money does add little by

  • @gingerhill4523
    @gingerhill4523 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for all the info Myks.
    We're getting ready to install 4 x 100W panels on our cargo trailer mainly for the ability to keep all 4 of the Batteries for the Boat Stereo charged (don't ask... lol...) as they park in tandem. I do agree with Ian that the leading edge of eternabond should be a bit bigger (can't hurt)
    Also, I have a lil Karcher pressure washer that actually works pretty good with 55 gal on board water tank so perhaps with the right battery and inverter I can run that and not need the generator just to leave the dirt where it came from (my neighbors appreciate that). BTW I really like the tex coat paint on the walls and epoxy flooring. Did your trailer come that way? More upgrades coming on mine I guess... Moto On!!!👍👍

    • @gingerhill4523
      @gingerhill4523 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @ Myks... Just saw the epoxy floor video... 👍

    • @Myksgarage
      @Myksgarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nice!!

  • @MiguelSanchez-tj8nu
    @MiguelSanchez-tj8nu ปีที่แล้ว

    Real question, do you need the trickle charger if you have the solar panels? I want to copy your build amd was wondering if i have to keep the trickle charger plugged to the trailer.

    • @Myksgarage
      @Myksgarage  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      In the summer I don't have to plugged it. Over the winter as the panel as been covered in snow, I have it plugged in

    • @johnjuhasz7060
      @johnjuhasz7060 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Myksgarage In your video you werent sure if the solar panel would "over charge" the battery. Did you find out if that was the case or not. What about just running the cords from the panel straight to the trickle charger

    • @CapitanDart
      @CapitanDart ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@johnjuhasz7060 I know this is an old comment, but I thought I would chime in if you never found out. The solar controller protects the battery from getting over charged there are a few customizable settings in this style so you can even fine tune the voltage. You never want to plug solar directly into anything other than a controller of some kind because its wattage and amperage fluctuate throughout the day. You couldn't plug it directly into trickle charger anyway because these solar panels work on 12v DC like a car does, not 110v-120v like a typical house plug which that trickle charger needs.

  • @danielsantourian3893
    @danielsantourian3893 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is that a regular car battery or a deep cycle ? Good content

  • @1blktalon
    @1blktalon 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your links are not being displayed. Thanks for the video.

    • @Myksgarage
      @Myksgarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks I'll fix them

    • @1blktalon
      @1blktalon 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Myksgarage You’re welcome.

  • @wildisland5320
    @wildisland5320 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really wish you would have used a grommet and a drip leg on that wire before it went into the hole above the door.

  • @barrylopatic8543
    @barrylopatic8543 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Well done!

    • @Myksgarage
      @Myksgarage  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks, Barry!

  • @Myksgarage
    @Myksgarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Here is a link to Solar Panel Kit: amzn.to/3tRvIEC
    Link to the plastic cardboard used under the solar panel: amzn.to/3jqL4O7

  • @kummerleo7655
    @kummerleo7655 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Take a mppt Charge Controller for your solar system

    • @Myksgarage
      @Myksgarage  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      How is that different?

    • @kummerleo7655
      @kummerleo7655 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      He use the full Power of your Solarpanel

  • @shoffman75
    @shoffman75 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I guess just tape it all lol

  • @corby404
    @corby404 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks flat to me.

  • @slcoareschannel1943
    @slcoareschannel1943 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Dude. Horrible implementation of your solar panel. No drip loop, no protection for your cable coming in the trailer, sloppy way to tape the panel to the rooftop, sloppy way to manage the rooftop cables of the panel. Definitely a DIY job by someone who doesn't know what they're doing.
    Just because you got it working doesn't mean you did it correctly.

    • @Myksgarage
      @Myksgarage  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      What does it matter?

    • @slcoareschannel1943
      @slcoareschannel1943 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Apparently not to you. That question tells me everything I need to hear. Best of luck to you.

    • @williamcox7190
      @williamcox7190 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@slcoareschannel1943 who gives a shit if there is a drip loop, he said he was going to seal it. All that matters is that it works. I'm sure if it doesn't pan out, he will do something different.
      I'm sure your best work, someone can do better, so either give some positive feedback or shut the hell up. You're one of those people who think they've always done everything perfect the first time. Jackass.