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Forum: Generators & Solar Power 02-05-2017, 01:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,775
Posted By thompooley
Summer Time Solar

In the USA in the summerime the sun is almost directly overhead for 8 hours or more. Therefore you really don't need to set your solar panels at an angle. In the winter, however, try to get them to...
Forum: General Interior Topics 01-08-2017, 02:13 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,992
Posted By thompooley
Bunks from 1975 31' Airstream

I have a set of original fold-up bunk frames that I removed from my 1975 Sovereign. They come with all the hardware but without the cushions. Contact me if you want the specs. Thompooley@att.net....
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-23-2016, 05:52 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 15,455
Posted By thompooley
Tahoe Tow Vehicle

I tow my 1975 31' Airstream and also my 1955 22' Airstream with my Tahoe with no problem. In fact, I bought a newer Tahoe as my older one gained high mileage. I don't even feel the 22' AS behind me....
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 04-29-2016, 03:49 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,842
Posted By thompooley
I would get a pro to design and install your PV...

I would get a pro to design and install your PV system. You will most likely require construction and electrical permits and inspection from the municipality, event though the Airstream is not a...
Forum: Our Community 04-13-2016, 03:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,401
Posted By thompooley
Assateague Island State Park Airstream Rental

www.assateaguecampers.com in Maryland, Berlin, has an Airstream trailer that they rent out and bring to the campground.
Forum: 1966-68 Caravel 02-19-2016, 06:23 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,815
Posted By thompooley
12 Volt Wheelchair AGM Batteries

I installed four 12 volt AGM wheelchair batteries in my Airstream and so far I am very pleased. These are deep-cycle and rated at 35 amp hours each. Unlike wet-cell deep-cycle marine batteries that...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 11-14-2015, 04:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,304
Posted By thompooley
A true solar panel canopy for your Airstream

If you are willing to assemble and disassemble a solar canopy every few weeks when you move, then you could construct a frame to replace your current awning altogether. Solar suppliers sell...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-28-2015, 01:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,481
Posted By thompooley
Inexpensive solar

Be sure not to add too much voltage when adding PV modules to your RV. You can purchase a few 50 watt panels on eBay for about $2-3 per watt and install them in parallel, not serial, to maintain a...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-03-2015, 05:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,900
Posted By thompooley
Save money.

I installed solar panels and a charge controller for under 300 dollars. Find panels that provide 15-19 volts dc which will charge 12v batteries just fine. I swapped out my wet-cell marine deep-cycle...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 11-10-2014, 11:51 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,594
Posted By thompooley
Voltage?

Hi: I also mounted solar modules on my vintage 1955 and 1975 Airstream trailers and added extra batteries. I was wondering, with two 100-watt modules, what is the voltage DC of each? Did you...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 02-04-2014, 10:27 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 23,363
Posted By thompooley
Cool Flexible Solar Modules

I have installed solar panels on both of my 1955 and 1975 Vintage Airstream trailers. Adding an extra battery (or two or three) with a solar panel, a charging unit and a small inverter allows me to...
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