====== Solar Power ======

After much research and a bit of maths, we arrived at the plan for the [[alfie:electrics2|Mk2 electrics setup]], which meant fitting a solar panel. In keeping with not making any new holes in anything, it was mounted on a frame that picks up the roof-rack mountings and uses a waterproof AMP connector in place of the wiring for the blue flashing light to allow it to be disconnected.

**More details on the electics in [[alfie:electrics2|Mk2 electrics setup]] page.**

**More details & info on solar in the [[alfie:solar|Solar Panels For Your Camper]] page.**

AMP connector in place, aluminium angle riveted into old holes to plug leaks and give a little protection:\\
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PWM Solar controller got upgraded to an MPPT type with a display, because it was dirt cheap on eBay:

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**More details on the electics in [[alfie:electrics2|Mk2 electrics setup]] page.**