Newbie solar questions - - Renogy vs Zamp

[justinpirie]

Originally Posted by DebiT

Not out there yet, waiting for new TV to arrive. If I understand question correctly, have a nice battery monitor that plugs in 12v outlet in trailer

Here’s the advice I wish I’d gotten when getting into RV’s:

No meter is going to be accurate without being in between the batteries and the load/charge.

The best meter I’ve found is the Victron BMV712 with Bluetooth.

What type of battery do you have? Does it say AGM on the side?

[DebiT]

I haven't looked yet. Seller said it is a new, $130 lead battery

[justinpirie]

Originally Posted by DebiT

I haven't looked yet. Seller said it is a new, $130 lead battery

I suspect it’s a flooded lead acid battery then. A picture would be great.

[DebiT]

I will do that, but it may have to wait until this weekend

[Normal_Dave]

Lots of options for solar. I get the idea a Casita and beach camping won't need a whole lot.

Here's an old post from the Cargo Trailer Conversions forum which includes a solar system on a smaller trailer. He links to a vendor in Oregon (happens to be a Zamp dealer too), that specializes in RVs, and DIY systems. Might be a good source to get education and a plan. Don't know anything about the vendor, but I like their site and approach.
Teardrops n Tiny Travel Trailers • View topic - Colorado 6X12 Haulmark Cargo Trailer

https://amsolar.com/

There's another fellow on the site who uses a single 30 watt portable panel to run his basic 6X12 trailer with a single battery.
Teardrops n Tiny Travel Trailers • View topic - 6X12 Haulmark "Fly Fishing Camper".--UPDATED!

[DebiT]

Thank you. Lots of info to learn about ; little by little step by step is my motto