Solar Powered Truck Camping | For Better or Bikes

This is our Solar Powered Truck Camping setup. We have been using consistently for almost 2 years with no issues. We initially started with a generator, but realized it is impractical to carry a gas can and fire up a generator just to charge phones or cook a quick meal. Also, they are loud and some locations dont allow them.

We use our Solar Powered Truck Camping setup to cook meals on an electric skillet, charge electronic devices, power lights, and heat up water for showers and coffee.

The whole setup cost around $1000, but has more than paid for itself in convenience. We no longer search for electricity or have to pay for campsites to have access to warm water and electricity.

Solar Powered Truck Camping Parts List
3x: Renogy 100 Watt 12 Volt Monocrystalline Solar Panel (Slim Design): https://amzn.to/2QlZwrk
1x: Vmaxtanks Vmaxslr125 AGM Deep Cycle Battery: https://amzn.to/30fXAFA
1x: Adjustable Solar Panel Mount (41-inch Length): https://amzn.to/2Qmw84c
1x: AIMS Power 2000 Watt 12 VDC Pure Sine Inverter Charger w/ 6000W Surge: https://amzn.to/2Of4HGR
1x: AIMS Power REMOTELF Remote Switch with LCD Monitoring Screen: https://amzn.to/2LHblUY
1x: Temank 40A MPPT Charge Controller: https://amzn.to/30zCNI9
1x: Fan-Tastic Vent 01100WH Endless Breeze - 12 Volt Fan: https://amzn.to/2QjXI28
1x: Crimping Tool for Lugs. You cannot crimp lugs without this!: https://amzn.to/30ajSs6
1x: 5 Pack 4/0 Gauge 4/0 AWG 5/16" Stud UL Heavy Duty Copper Crimp Lugs: https://amzn.to/34WuGJn
2x: 2 Pack 4 Gauge 4 AWG 5/16" Stud UL Heavy Duty Copper Crimp Lugs: https://amzn.to/2M6uj6f
1x: 5 Pack 1/0 Gauge 1/0 AWG 5/16" Stud UL Heavy Duty Copper Crimp Lugs: https://amzn.to/30fIFer
1x: 5 Pack 4/0 Gauge 4/0 AWG 5/16" Stud UL Heavy Duty Copper Crimp Lugs: https://amzn.to/30f6ZNr
1x: 10 ft 4/0 Gauge AWG Welding Lead & Car Battery Cable Copper: https://amzn.to/2M7iaOp
1x: Solar PV Cable 8 AWG MC4 Solar PV, Copper, UL 4703-2000V: https://amzn.to/30kCkxm
1x: Fuseholder & 300 Amp Fuse 2/0 1/0 to 2/0 1/0 AWG: https://amzn.to/34Y1vp6
1x: Fuseholder & 200 Amp Fuse: https://amzn.to/31GMnub
1x: Fuseholder & 500 Amp Fuse: https://amzn.to/30a408n
3x: ANJOSHI 100A Fuse Holders Inline Circuit Breaker: https://amzn.to/31JIp3W
1x: 10 Pairs MC4 Cable Connectors Male/Female: https://amzn.to/30dVsOE
1x: 4-Post Power Distribution Block - Pair of 3/8" Black & Red: https://amzn.to/34XkMqK
1x: Y Branch MC4 Connectors MC4: https://amzn.to/31FPmTT

Mount Aluminum Brackets to Topper:
4x: 3” x ¼” Bolt
4x: 1-¼” Rubber Washer
8x: 1-¼” x ¼” Washer
1x: Marine Grade UV Resistant Silicone
16x: ¼” Nut
8x: ¼” Washer

Connect Solar Panels to Each Other:
2x: 6’x 1-½” x 1-½” Angle Iron (with or without holes)
12x: 1” x ¼” Bolt
12x: ¼” washer
12x: ¼” Nut

Mount Solar Panels to Aluminum Brackets:
6x: 1” x ¼” Bolt
6x: ¼” washer
12x: ¼” Nut

1x: 1” x 5/16” Self Tapping Screw (for securing ground to truck frame)
Zip Ties for keeping cables tidy