solar info

[Frank3132]

Hi, we have 2018 Raptor 245 TS toy hauler.... also have solar system hook ups on roofs ready to be plugged in..... what do we need to be up and running and using the solar system?:

[Rick]

Short (of not much use) answer...a solar panel and a solar controller. Maybe wire and connectors.

Longer answer...depends on what you’re looking to do. Battery maintenance during storage? Above answer will work. Full blown off grid/no generators boondocking? Sky’s the limit. Might want to go to 2 or 4 6v batteries, too.
You’ll have to let us know what your intentions are so members can give you a better idea of what you need to accomplish what you want to do. A few calculations to do for panel requirements.

[flybouy]

As Rick stated, more info is needed. Is your unit 50 amp? If so then that requires 12,000 watts to equal the 50 amps from shore power. If your unit is 30 amps then 3,600 watts are required to equal the shore power. I think you'll find insufficient space for that large of a solar array on top of your camper. If you just want to charge the battery then need to know what size (in amp hrs) and how many.