Matt and Chrissy show off their newly installed 700W campervan solar system from Sandgate Auto. This complete setup features two 350-watt solar panels cleverly mounted on custom roof racks with minimal height impact.
Get a detailed look at all the components: Victron Smart Solar Charger Controller MPPT-150, DC to DC charger, Multiplus inverter system, and Cerbo GX monitoring unit. The recessed panel installation reduces wind resistance while maintaining maximum solar efficiency.
The electrical system includes multiple power outlets, USB-A and USB-C charging ports, plus planned LED work lights with switchable orange/white modes for insect control. Remote monitoring allows their installers to troubleshoot issues from anywhere with internet access.
Interior work still ahead: wall paneling, ceiling installation, workstation setup, and storage solutions. They discuss important weight distribution considerations and potential suspension modifications to handle the rear-heavy configuration safely.
Timeline: Complete all interior work by November, return for final electrical installation, then hit the road for six weeks through New South Wales before Victoria.
Technical highlights: roof rack integration, ventilation fan placement, battery housing, Anderson connections, labeled circuits, and future maintenance access planning.
Bonus content includes Matt's swollen mosquito bite story and their amusing imperial vs metric measurement debate.
Timeline:
00:00 - Introduction and solar setup reveal
00:28 - Installation miscommunication story
01:07 - Rear van walkthrough
01:38 - Lighting system explanation
03:28 - Behind the power outlets
03:50 - Ventilation fan repositioning
04:16 - Electrical components overview
07:16 - Fans and future lighting plans
09:42 - Weight distribution and physics lesson
11:25 - Solar panel mounting details
12:40 - Panel maintenance access plans
14:38 - Next steps before departure
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