So in all recommendation, you still would say go for a 60 watt setup even if only trickle charging the main battery that the fridge is hooked to for say a week long or less trip?
I still have the second battery as backup to start the rig if need be, but I do ot want to drain the main one if some type of panel can keep it topped off during the day time.
The only draw on it would be the ARB fridge and the rigs alarm LED flashing.
Thank you very much...
I have found a couple of 80 watt systems that would wind up being around $600.00, with the charge controller.
"Lets see. The fridge cost $600.00 plus panels and battery, $600.00, etc. Thats about $1,200.00. Our old ice chest cost $50.00. How many bags of ice at $2.00 per bag wold it take to equal $1,150.00. Hmmm, around 575 bags of ice." Said my spouse with a twinkle in her eye.
:suning:
"Yes Honey, but we won't have anymore soggy food"... I stammered.
"House Byotch" (She is still employed, I am retired and do all the house stuff. Hence the nickname)...
Great info.I have ran my ARB solid for five days max on my battery, and the rig started right up on the fifth day no problem with no prior starting of the engine.
Fridge is always set to 2 degrees Celsius which is around 35.6 degrees Fahrenheit, safe for food zone.Great info.
What temp outside and what temp was the unit set to?
Teotwaki. I already bought the ENGEL. I am not familiar with the other brand but it's too late anyway. I appreciate the tip.
Voyageur