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When comparing solar panels what do these things mean? 1) Open Circuit Voltage 2) Short Circuit Voltage 3) Optimum Operating Voltage 4) Optimum Operating Current

If I decide on a rigid (heavier) solar panel, I will be looking into both of the roof lift options.

Thanks guys, that will help me save space in my battery box.

Any particular brand of solar panels anyone has had good luck with to research?

I did think from my research that the rigid panels are more durable. I have roof mounts already so I would not be putting additional holes into the roof. Do you do anything to account for the additional weight, for when raising the roof or just deal with it? My wife struggles with it now but is...

I initially thought I was going to convert to lithium batteries when replacing my solar panel but after continued research I have decided to replace my no longer working 160w solar panel with 200w. I am also installing 2 90ah amg batteries. I have my batteries and I am looking at solar panels...

Thanks guys, very helpful indeed. Now if I read it another 4 or 5 times it will start to sink in.

I purchased my FWC Hawk Shell in 2021 with a 160W solar panel and only the one AGM 90 ah battery. I don't know much about batteries and less about solar. My thought was that this system would get me going and I would adapt as needed. That time has now come, since I have been told my solar panel...

As much as I like my FWC, I think they could care less about making improvements to their products as long as they have a long waiting list to purchase.

Vic, I had several water leaks on my first trip (some in my bunk area) after receiving my brand new Hawk. I made a video of what I was able to find and the fixes I made. So far so good on the fixes. Here is the initial video but there are a few follow ups as my first repair attempts did not...