How Does the Weight of a Solar Powered System Affect Your RV's Road Handling & Safety?
You want to go solar so that you can enjoy camping in your RV off-the-grid, far away from crowded campgrounds and RV resorts! We see some RVers build huge systems without a care in the world about adding significant weight, while others are concerned about how the extra pounds may affect their towing experience. Maybe this issue has never even occurred to you? Regardless, with a few tricks up our sleeves to maximize energy production with limited space and solar equipment , you’ll likely be surprised by how little weight you need to add to your overall rig – especially if you replace the lead acid batteries that came with your rig with more modern LiFePO4 batteries ! First, it’s important to remember that solar power is scalable. Solar can power any size RV – from small Class B vans to moderately-sized travel trailers / motorhomes to full-scale luxury Class A off-grid homes on wheels. If your daily energy needs are limited to lights, fans and charging...