Campervan SOLAR Setup | Our Off Grid Strategy!

Matt and Chrissy are back from Sandgate Auto with their complete campervan solar setup installation! Check out their professional 700W solar system featuring two 350-watt panels mounted on custom roof racks.

This detailed walkthrough covers everything: Smart Solar Charger Controller MPPT-150, DC to DC charger, multi-pass inverter system, and Cerbo GX monitoring unit. The solar panels are cleverly recessed to minimize vehicle height while maximizing efficiency and reducing wind resistance.

See how their electrical system delivers multiple power outlets, USB-A and USB-C charging ports, plus planned LED lighting with orange/white options to keep bugs away. The remote monitoring lets their installers diagnose problems from anywhere with an internet connection.

Matt breaks down the upcoming interior work - wall paneling, ceiling installation, workstation mounting, and storage solutions. They also tackle weight distribution concerns and potential suspension upgrades to keep the van handling properly with all the rear weight.

Their November deadline is ambitious: finish all cosmetic work in one month, then back to Sandgate Auto for final electrical installation. After that, six weeks touring New South Wales before heading to Victoria.

Technical details include roof rack integration, ventilation fans, work area lighting, battery housing, Anderson plug connections, circuit labeling, and maintenance planning. Whether you're building your own solar setup or just following their journey, you'll get real insights into professional installation and project management.

Plus Matt's hilarious mosquito bite story and their debate over imperial vs metric measurements!

Timestamps
0:00 - Campervan SOLAR Setup | Our Off Grid Strategy!
0:28 - Panel Installation Misunderstanding
1:07 - Rear of Van Walkthrough
1:38 - Rear Lighting Plan Explained
3:28 - Behind The GPOs
3:50 - Vent Fan Moved to Allow For Panels
4:16 - Component Walk Through, Victron MPPT, DCDC, Cerbo, and Multiplus II
7:16 - Fans, Lighting, and Future Plans
9:42 - Weight Distribution Planning and a Very Bad Physics Lesson
11:25 - How Our Solar Panels Have Been Fitted
12:40 - Plans to Access the Panels Down the Track
14:38 - The Next Steps Before We Hit The Road!

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