[cfg83]

Hello -

Here is what I have :

Originally Posted by cfg83

oldtech1 -

I have a "marine style" flexible solar panel :

http://ecomodder.com/forum/49870-post25.html - Post #25
http://ecomodder.com/forum/50044-post35.html - Post #35

For $20, I got this to go between the panel and car battery (via the cigarette lighter outlet) :

Sunforce Products 60012 7 amp Charge Controller : Hechinger


Because of the low amps of the solar panel I have been assured that it isn't needed for my solar panel :

http://ecomodder.com/forum/49137-post19.html - Post #19


However, I have murdered many a battery in my day, and I like to see the "charging light", so I am happy with the setup.

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Here is what the solar panel looks like on my dash :



I did it because I already had the solar panel lying around. I can't say how much it helps. My theory is that it is insurance to keep the battery healthy.

CarloSW2