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02-16-2020, 08:24 AM
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Location: sioux city
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Solar Prep Plug
We got our new camper and are really pleased it comes with a solar prep plug on it. Does anyone know where we can find the plug to plug into the camper??
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02-16-2020, 08:29 AM
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The plug should come with the solar panel. Some brands are proprietary and I would use an ohm meter on the trailer side to verify that you don't hook up the panel(s) wrong ( reverse polarity).
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02-16-2020, 07:38 PM
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Location: Rock Island
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The plug on the rv is probably near the battery attached to the frame.
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02-17-2020, 12:25 PM
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Location: sioux city
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I know where the plug is.. i was just wondering if i needed to order a special plug to plug into the prep port on the camper or if the solar panel would come with one.
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02-17-2020, 03:14 PM
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We attended an RV show this past weekend. We saw many of the Keystone products prewired with this type connector: https://www.amazon.com/ZAMP-SOLAR-ZS...a-619904387204
If you are planning to use a portable, suitcase type solar kit like the Zamp 140 watt (shown) then it will come with the connector and controller.
A picture of the connector on your TT will help us determine which type you have. Also whether you are looking at a portable or roof top solar system will help us with your questions as well.
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02-18-2020, 06:41 AM
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That is the system that I have which was an option from the dealer. The Zamp cover is cheezy. It has a molded attachment to its base and it broke in a short time. Also, mine looks like it has two females instead of a male and female prong. This makes it difficult to remember how to correctly plug it in.
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02-18-2020, 09:33 AM
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Senior Member
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Location: Rock Island
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If you go with a portable unit, make sure to secure it on windy days. Both my kids have had theirs blown over in a wind gust and broke the glass.
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02-19-2020, 07:08 AM
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Junior Member
Join Date: May 2019
Location: Howell
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Solar Plug
The type of plug depends on the type of outlet that is installed on your TT. It appears that there are at least a few different types.
I have a 2019 Cougar that is pre-wired for a Furrion plug. Based on other posting on these forums, I was able to find a plug that I think is going to work on my Furrion setup (although I haven't been able to try it yet).
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Of course, if you buy a Furrion Panel/Controller, it will already come with the Furrion Compatable plug...but that brand is a bit more expensive.
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02-19-2020, 08:05 AM
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Location: sioux city
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Did a little more research.. our unit has the S plug built in. And a majority of the panel manufactors include a S plug with their panels.
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02-21-2020, 04:51 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2019
Location: Cedartown
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have you bought a solar charging kit? not to hijack the thread, I'm just not up to date on the info, what are you getting? is there a specific 'watt' you want to get or avoid?
keep us posted, this is very interesting
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02-24-2020, 12:29 PM
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We bought a Coleman 100 watt with controller, about 27"x40". It fits well under the bed, even with the other stiff we have stored in there. I had to order the plug from Amazon and solder it on. Unfortunately it doesn't stay in very well when plugged into the receptacle on the trailer, I may end up getting alligator clips/longer cables and going directly to the batteries next summer.
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