Another Solar Install?? (Plus 3-Day Bluetti AC300 Testing)

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Another Solar Install?? (Plus 3-Day Bluetti AC300 Testing)

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In this episode of Wandering Wagners Mike does ANOTHER Solar and battery installation, except this time it isn't on our RV, but it is on the ‪@FollowingtheFitchs‬ ‪@GrandDesignRVTV‬ Imagine Travel Trailer.
Later, Mike does a 3 day test with the ‪@BLUETTIOfficial‬ AC300 home backup solar generator to see how it would fare for several days.
Dave Fitch brought over their RV so he and Mike could work on it and install the solar and Inverter in our garage. The project went smoothly once they had all the materials on hand and between Mike and Dave they were able to install several new items including:
‪@RichSolarTalk‬ 2 EA 200Watt solar panels, ‪@VictronEnergyBV‬ Multi plus II Inverter, Lynx power In, Lynx Shunt, Lynx distributor, Servo GX, MPPT solar controller, solar disconnect, a 200Ah ‪@Redodopower‬ LiFePo Battery.
Next Mike did another test of our Bluetti AC300 & B300 home backup power stations. we turned on all of our essential lines and decided to see how long it could sustain regular usage without trying to conserve power. We also hooked up our Bluetti PV200 portable solar panels to the AC300 to help recharge it during the day. Overall it did well but we did have to use grid power at night so if we have a power outage we will definitely know we should be conservative with usage, especially if it's cloudy.
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@FollowingtheFitchs 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the use of the heated garage, Wagners! Watching this video of us in short sleeves, one would never know it was raining and snowing outside!

@WanderingWagners 3 ай бұрын

The garage really does come in handy! Glad we could help finally get your solar installed haha

@davidcline9547 3 ай бұрын

Now we know 2 more things! Mike is now a solar installer and he works cheap at 60.00 an hour!! Lol great install vid! Looks like piper is still on the mend!!

@WanderingWagners 3 ай бұрын

Haha yeah that was the friends and family rate😜 Piper is on the mend and hopefully 100% in a few weeks yet!

@sgthawkeye 3 ай бұрын

Great vid Mike and Fitch...now I know where I'm heading to for my solar install!

@WanderingWagners 3 ай бұрын

Haha they could have a lucrative side business!

@steveklauk5021 3 ай бұрын

I like the irony of charging via solar while staring at the power lines.

@WanderingWagners 3 ай бұрын

Haha there's no escaping that

@walterrafolski5662 3 ай бұрын

Nice installation, knew Mike was handy but a solar install Wow. He’s for sure a battery man now! Missed you Lynn and the pups.

@WanderingWagners 3 ай бұрын

Thanks! The solar on our RV is pretty much set (for now) so we decided to help our friends with their install!

@chadbergman6083 3 ай бұрын

Y'all did a really nice Job!! That is Some beautiful workmanship. Very Nice! Looks Good!

@WanderingWagners 3 ай бұрын

Thanks! Took some time but it was worth it in the end👍🏻

@jimcross1061 3 ай бұрын

1.21 gigawatts. Great Scott

@WanderingWagners 3 ай бұрын

😂 where we're going we don't need roads

@AngelTorres-se9zf 3 ай бұрын

Cool video, the flux capacitor is awesome I love it!

@WanderingWagners 3 ай бұрын

It was definitely a fun addition haha

@keith4u2c 3 ай бұрын

I hope Dave's head is okay... lol That Flux Capacitor should have him amped up in no time. I agree with putting some permanent panels on the roof to keep the Bluetti at full capacity. Always a pleasure to watch and learn from Mike.

@WanderingWagners 3 ай бұрын

😂 the flux capacitor got him back to normal in no time. We are really looking into panels for the house but haven't pulled the trigger on anything yet

@BikesBoatsBivouacs 3 ай бұрын

Wandering Wagner's fitchin' at the home base!

@WanderingWagners 3 ай бұрын

And in the garage no less! Haha kicked the Wraith outside

@johnhbuiltnotbought4924 3 ай бұрын

Hi both. Nice one stay safe and see you in the next one 👍🫶🇬🇧

@WanderingWagners 3 ай бұрын

Thank you! Next video coming Monday😁 Lynn will be back in the videos again too

@johnhbuiltnotbought4924 3 ай бұрын

@@WanderingWagners nice one, looking forward to it. Look after yourselves.

@danmize5106 3 ай бұрын

Mike's solar installation? I need to make an appointment! I'm just around the corner from you guys!!! ;)

@WanderingWagners 3 ай бұрын

Haha could be a lucrative side job😎

@michaelb6967 3 ай бұрын

Just a thought but with your large yard just design yourself a solar pergola ( high enough to mow under ) or a soar stand of some sort . As long as it is facing south and no trees or your house blokes the sun that would probably be a easy fix for your solar install for your batteries . Also look around your area for anyone selling used panels . The price difference between used and new are outrageous . Then after your done with your testing you want to spend the big bucks you will feel confident in your set up . PS theirs even solar stands you can buy that follow the sun during the day but now your talking the BIG bucks !!

@WanderingWagners 3 ай бұрын

Great idea! Thanks for the info about used/new panels. Really never thought of looking for used... Didn't think there were any I guess, but definitely worth the effort to look for them!

@stoneyvanwie6042 3 ай бұрын

There are several companies on used that guarantee 2 years or 3 years old and they test them for you before they leave. Some are about half price of new ones !@WanderingWagners

@Nomadic_Clems 3 ай бұрын

We have this setup but bought 1200w solar. We aren’t planning to run our fridge on the solar so hoping this is enough to let us be off grid all summer at our camp hosting gig!

@WanderingWagners 3 ай бұрын

We have 1200 watts and a 12v fridge on our motorhome, and we were off grid for weeks on end last summer without issues so I'm sure you'll be good as long as there's sun😎

@OldManandtheSuperC 3 ай бұрын

In a previous video Mike was putting new lugs on the 4/0 cable that Nexus had ‘hammer crimped’. What hydraulic crimper did he use? The crimp looks truly professional. I noticed in this vid the crimper (which looks like one on Amazon) only goes to 2/0. I have a ratchet crimper from making auto battery cables but it doesn’t compare to Mike’s work.

@WanderingWagners 3 ай бұрын

These are the crimpers I have amzn.to/44nsf1B It works great!

@texasproud3332 3 ай бұрын

Definitely got that flux capacitor look

@WanderingWagners 3 ай бұрын

Most important piece!

@rickyroten2410 3 ай бұрын

I’m on my way for my install .LOL

@WanderingWagners 3 ай бұрын

😂 it could be a nice side gig!

@keepaeyeonit2709 3 ай бұрын

Nice install, keep us posted on how well that Flux Capacitor works for you!🤔🤣

@WanderingWagners 3 ай бұрын

It's been a highly requested item haha

@DougKremer 3 ай бұрын

I’m doing similar with my AC300. I had 400W of panels, then 800, now 1600. Just go ahead and max it out at 2400, you won’t regret it.

@WanderingWagners 3 ай бұрын

We will see what we end up with!😎

@DougKremer 3 ай бұрын

@@WanderingWagners Panels are the cheapest part of that project. assuming you can get like a good local surplus deal.

@user-jn5ri1eb8d 3 ай бұрын

Good morning beautiful❤

@WanderingWagners 3 ай бұрын

This reminds me of the country song lol😂

@user-kh2kt1oj8m 2 ай бұрын

Add panels Mikey!

@WanderingWagners 2 ай бұрын

We have 4 200watt panels on the roof and 4 portables, 2ea 200Watts and 2ea 350watts😎

@humanvideosponge4529 3 ай бұрын

Mike's been bitten by the solar bug. 🔌

@WanderingWagners 3 ай бұрын

Except it's expanding to the house this time haha!

@michaelb6967 3 ай бұрын

3 reason I would not put them on your roof . 1 You could damage your roof . 2 Your homeowners insurance may cancel you ( yes that happens ) if it's not done by a certified solar installer/roofer . 3 Your power company may get upset with you thinking you installed solar to your house system without there permission or there fees they charge . They may want to come inside and check your system out and that could open a whole can of worms . I know your system does not backfeed the grid but they will want to make sure .

@WanderingWagners 3 ай бұрын

No worries we will do our homework if we put panels on the roof

@exploringtheholos 3 ай бұрын

😊Do it! 😀

@WanderingWagners 3 ай бұрын

Don't tempt me with a good time😂

@davidfitch7188 3 ай бұрын

That was a very good video . But I think Mike and Dave both need some tools

@WanderingWagners 3 ай бұрын

They are running a little low

@mikemcguire5859 3 ай бұрын

Do you have the required air flow space above the multi plus unit. they will overheat if not.

@WanderingWagners 3 ай бұрын

I’ve read some stuff on that and the only thing I could find that made it sound like it was an issue is when you mount it horizontally. Or if it’s in a really tight confined space. Guess he will keep an eye on it like everything else👍🏻

@CreepyCharlie 3 ай бұрын

where is the link to the flux capacitor?

@WanderingWagners 3 ай бұрын

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@AlliChuckAdventures 3 ай бұрын

When yall gonna install this system in our rig???

@WanderingWagners 3 ай бұрын

Bring it up to Ohio!

@RicardoTorres-zk6ww 3 ай бұрын

What was the total cost of the solar system?

@WanderingWagners 3 ай бұрын

Great question, our estimate is $3000. Obviously we didn't pay for this as it's our friends system but, knowing all the parts involved, that's a rough estimate.

@grayfox9911 3 ай бұрын

How is Piper doing?

@WanderingWagners 3 ай бұрын

She's still in recovery for a few more weeks but she's able to move around a little more now!

@jasonthemason1971 3 ай бұрын

Yeah. I had to order that flux capacitor after I saw it. $60 bucks on Amazon………….

@WanderingWagners 3 ай бұрын

Definitely don't blame you... It's a must have now!

@jasonthemason1971 3 ай бұрын

@@WanderingWagners and it’s going in an ambulance rv…………

@twHomeShow 3 ай бұрын

Everybody knows . . . It wont work properly without the Flux Capacitor!

@WanderingWagners 3 ай бұрын

It was the key to success!😎

@jonjonmarveloso9630 3 ай бұрын

Lynn camping season doesn’t start for me until you put out a video of you in a bikini then and only then should the sun shine!!!! How about a bikini try on haul as a preview!!!! ❤❤❤❤

@WanderingWagners 3 ай бұрын

Camping season never ends for us😎