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How to Get Started with Solar Power for Your Van Life, PLUS a way to find cheap new batteries! 

Minivan Camper Gal
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If you want to see everything I use in my van, click here: www.minivancampergal.com
But how will I power my phone? Can I run my microwave off that? Does the thought of powering your van or RV have you overwhelmed? I'll explain the basics of a solar system, and help you understand what you need in an easy simple way! I also have 2 tips - one for building a cheap solar setup, and another for building a cheap portable power station.
Renogy battery 72000 maH (no inverter): amzn.to/3KOXIBV
Rockpals Foldable Solar Panel: amzn.to/3SI3V4l
10000 maH battery: amzn.to/40jNdv5
20000 maH battery: amzn.to/3FeDgHa
Jackery 1000: amzn.to/3yyxBYt
My video on how to double a Goal Zero: • Unlock the Hidden Powe...
And my video on how to replace a Goal Zero battery: • Goal Zero Yeti 400 How...
Welcome to Minivan Camper Gal! I'm Kelly and I camp and travel in a Chrysler Pacifica Minivan, doing part-time van life. Here you will find van build videos, tips on the digital nomad lifestyle, general travel vlog videos, and more. I'm into minimalism, and I eat a mostly plant-based vegan diet. I'm still learning how to do vegan vanlife well! I have some great vegan camping recipes to share with you, but would love some suggestions, too! Sometimes I stealth camp in the city, but mostly I like to boondock. Join me and my camper van as we embark on all the car camping adventures!
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@minivancampergal1554
@minivancampergal1554 Год назад
To see everything I use in my van, go to www.minivancampergal.com!
@buddycollier5056
@buddycollier5056 Год назад
GREAT explanation for people, like me, who know next to nothing about solar or electricity in general
@minivancampergal1554
@minivancampergal1554 Год назад
Hi Buddy! Oh good, I’m glad it was helpful! Yes, that was me not too long ago!
@kevmodee1866
@kevmodee1866 Год назад
I tell ya.. I'm a 57 yrs old man with zero electrical knowledge, and have to admit that all of the trying to understand power setups for vehicles can really scare me; but this was so well explained, and actually showed me that with my meager SSI income, even I can afford to be prepared with a simple battery pack for a, which is all I need. Along with a 100w solar will probably do me just fine. Thank you so so much!
@minivancampergal1554
@minivancampergal1554 Год назад
Hi Kevin, oh I'm so glad it was helpful for you! Thanks for letting me know, I really appreciate it. Thanks for watching!
@thermann9
@thermann9 5 месяцев назад
We should put you in charge. You can solve any challenge.
@glenchilada
@glenchilada 10 месяцев назад
OMG!!! I've been watching camper van videos and reading articles for like 2 years now and have never heard anyone suggest changing the lead acid battery in an old Yeti. What an incredible way to get all the components you need CHEAP! I already have a giant Ecoflow now so it doesn't do ME any good, but it was neat to see new advice for a change. AWESOME!!!💜💜💜
@minivancampergal1554
@minivancampergal1554 10 месяцев назад
Thanks! They're old battery technology now, but still, cheap batteries!
@Soxandnicole
@Soxandnicole Год назад
This is the best video on solar I've ever seen, and I've watched a lot of them. Thank you ever so much. You answered some questions I had for a long time and never found the answers. I like all of your videos but this one is my favorite.
@minivancampergal1554
@minivancampergal1554 Год назад
Hi Nicole, oh great to hear. Thanks for the feedback!
@ktk2094
@ktk2094 Год назад
Easy to understand explanation. I'm starting to understand it now. 😊
@minivancampergal1554
@minivancampergal1554 Год назад
Oh awesome! My goal was to make it simple. Thanks for the feedback!
@jleefineart
@jleefineart Год назад
Best video I’ve ever seen to explain solar!Thank you!
@TerriVCordova
@TerriVCordova Год назад
I have watched so many van life videos on solar and am just starting to get it. Your video really filled in the blanks on some things that just weren't clear. Good teaching, thank you. ✌🙋‍♀🦋
@HomeGrownCountryGirl
@HomeGrownCountryGirl Год назад
I love how your mind works! You have a gift for teaching. Thanks, Kelly
@minivancampergal1554
@minivancampergal1554 Год назад
Aw thanks Janell!
@Gwen3344
@Gwen3344 Год назад
For the life of me I could never understand what a watt hour is - and it isn't for a lack of trying, trust me. After watching this video, the light bulb finally came on, though I'm going to have to watch this a couple or more times to get the bulb to stay on, LOL! Now that I am grasping the concept, putting it to practical use is now within reach. Finally. Thank you!
@minivancampergal1554
@minivancampergal1554 Год назад
Hey Gwen - oh, great! I'm so glad to hear it was a clear explanation for you. Thanks for watching!
@Gwen3344
@Gwen3344 Год назад
@@minivancampergal1554 Hi. Watching was a pleasure! BTW, in the video where you talked about your near encounter with a bear, you mentioned you'd make a video about your bear safety methods. Do you still intend to post a video on the topic? I could certainly use the advice and benefit from your experience. Didn't see anything in your video list. I did buy those Smelly Proof bags. More practical than a bear canister, and evidently as effective?
@minivancampergal1554
@minivancampergal1554 Год назад
@@Gwen3344 hey Gwen! Yes, a bear video is in the works. A bear canister is totally different than the bags though. The canisters don’t deter a bear, they totally know there’s food in there. The point of the canister is they can’t get to the food. Once a bear gets food, then they’ll almost certainly need to be killed because they’ll become a problem. So… canisters are more for hikers. And the canisters are pretty small- they don’t hold much food at all. Stay tuned for more info!
@Gwen3344
@Gwen3344 Год назад
@@minivancampergal1554 Oh, good point. See why I need the video, LOL! Looking forward to watching and learning.
@m.harrison9593
@m.harrison9593 Год назад
Outstanding video!!! This is the first explanation of AC / DC power that I really understood. And the idea to buy an old power station and hook up new, extra batteries to it... WOW, I think that just may be what I need. Thanks so much! 😁
@minivancampergal1554
@minivancampergal1554 Год назад
Oh I’m so glad!! It was so confusing for me like a year ago- I wanted to make something that was simple to understand. Glad it was helpful, and thanks for the feedback, I appreciate it!
@sherryduncan7968
@sherryduncan7968 Год назад
Again another awesome video. Learned even more then I knew
@danielportilloarevalo6228
@danielportilloarevalo6228 Год назад
Muy instructivo tu vídeo.... gracias por compartir tus ideas.... saludos desde Chihuahua México ❤
@hauk3839
@hauk3839 Год назад
This was electrifying and vantastic
@minivancampergal1554
@minivancampergal1554 Год назад
Haha, thanks John!
@stacymellinger75
@stacymellinger75 Год назад
Best explanation of solar I've ever seen!! Great tip on buying the older power station. Thanks.
@minivancampergal1554
@minivancampergal1554 Год назад
Hey Stacy! Oh good, I'm really glad it was helpful. I have a couple of videos coming out in the next couple weeks about different batteries. There's some pretty good, cheap ones that might beat the goal zero idea.
@hippieHawk
@hippieHawk Год назад
Your a good patient teacher❤
@pianogirl3870
@pianogirl3870 Год назад
I've been watching van videos for over a year.....and yours is the best explanation of everything that I've seen....I like your communication style and how you break things down.
@minivancampergal1554
@minivancampergal1554 Год назад
Thanks Piano Girl! Pianos are a huge part of my life.. maybe I’ll include some in a video someday. :)
@SeeingEyeCrow
@SeeingEyeCrow Год назад
I agree with others. You explained this very well in a way that was enlightening and easy to understand. Thank you!
@minivancampergal1554
@minivancampergal1554 Год назад
Thank you! I appreciate the feedback, and thanks for watching!
@WhitCoburn
@WhitCoburn Год назад
Well done! Clear and simple to understand. Thanks for sharing!
@minivancampergal1554
@minivancampergal1554 Год назад
Hey Whit! Oh good, that was my goal. Thanks for watching!
@markjones7268
@markjones7268 11 месяцев назад
I’ve bought solar panels from Renogy and such, and didn’t even know they made an all d.c. power bank. Thank you for sharing.
@minivancampergal1554
@minivancampergal1554 11 месяцев назад
Hey Mark! I'm glad to have given you an idea!
@clarasmith1873
@clarasmith1873 Год назад
Great info, so much simpler to process.
@sergebernard6753
@sergebernard6753 Год назад
Probably the best video i ve ever watched Thank you very much.❤
@jenm1390
@jenm1390 7 месяцев назад
You are so helpful!! Thank you so much for your videos!!
@Shel731
@Shel731 Год назад
Thank you
@minivancampergal1554
@minivancampergal1554 Год назад
Thanks for watching!
@catherinelauda6948
@catherinelauda6948 Год назад
Very useful information, will definitely look at the Renogy bank. Thank you !
@minivancampergal1554
@minivancampergal1554 Год назад
Hey Catherine! I hope it’s helpful for you! Thanks for watching!
@78twood
@78twood Год назад
Bravo 👏 Great explanation!
@minivancampergal1554
@minivancampergal1554 Год назад
Glad you enjoyed it!
@bradthompson9400
@bradthompson9400 Год назад
Great job explaining this. Always look forward to your next video. Keep 'em coming. Blessings!
@minivancampergal1554
@minivancampergal1554 Год назад
Thanks Brad!
@GreywindLina
@GreywindLina Год назад
Very enlightening! Thank you! That Renogy power bank alone is a gem. It puts my Blavor 10,000 mAh power bank to shame, although the Blavor has built in solar recharge. I'd say a 4x more powerful bank is worth consideration. But Blavor and other companies on Amazon lie about their product's mAh to boot, making the actual mAh of mine half of what they advertise, actually 5,000 mAh or less. I wonder if Renology is more trustworthy? 72000 mAh is a lofty number to boast for a power bank. For those who are gamers like me (casual), did you know that the Meta Quest 2 VR headset is DC (USB)? The Blavor gives me like 2-3 hours of play with 1 hour built in and a battery strap that also boasted 10,000 mAh and manages to give 5,000 or less mAh, making a total 10,000 mAh or so. With the Renogy power bank, that'd be 16 hours of play alone and I wouldn't need the battery strap anymore. But I've been burnt by companies before as you can see, so I'm a little skeptical. Everyone should be leery of power banks in general. The power stations are probably more legit and way more expensive.
@minivancampergal1554
@minivancampergal1554 Год назад
I think Renogy is pretty trustworthy, but I haven’t tested it to be sure. I’m going to be doing some reviews on power stations in the near future, stay tuned! Thanks for watching!
@GreywindLina
@GreywindLina Год назад
@@minivancampergal1554 Thanks! I'll look out for the video you're considering doing. It'd be good to test to see how long they last and if their mAh measures up. I'd be curious to find out what you learned if you reviewed more power banks for this... although it could be fairly tedious, running them down to as long as possible without discharging and damaging the batteries.
@shantelstonehouse
@shantelstonehouse Год назад
What a great video, you explained everything so well and made it sound so much easier…. Thank you
@minivancampergal1554
@minivancampergal1554 Год назад
Hey Shantel! Thanks for watching! I’m glad it was helpful!
@lynnef3297
@lynnef3297 Год назад
Great informative video, you did a great job. When I watched your Goal Zero battery installation a while back it was the first I'd ever heard of installing a new battery! Thanks for sharing what you're doing.
@minivancampergal1554
@minivancampergal1554 Год назад
Hey Lynne! Thanks for watching, I’m so glad it’s helpful! Yeah, I had no idea it could be replaced either, and almost got rid of my goal zero! I’m sure there are a lot like me, selling them for cheap.
@MrKim-kv2vv
@MrKim-kv2vv Год назад
Great, easy explanation! Glad you didn’t go into using vehicle battery. To many people try using high amps appliances (coffee maker!) and either burn the fuse or wiring. 🙋🏼
@minivancampergal1554
@minivancampergal1554 Год назад
Thanks! Yeah, that scares me too much- I don’t want to strand myself!
@1961Duane314
@1961Duane314 Год назад
The battery size has nothing to do with running the microwave. The inverter has to be rated equal to the appliance or greater. 400wh battery will run it for half an hour with a proper inverter. Am I wrong? As far as cheap the price is close after buying all the individual pieces needed the batteries are not cheap at all. I like the all in one power stations best.
@donnamount151
@donnamount151 Год назад
So what is the name of that style battery? Need names. 😁
@minivancampergal1554
@minivancampergal1554 Год назад
Hi Donna, check out the links in the description for the details!
@markbajek2541
@markbajek2541 Год назад
700 watt microwaves require around 1000 watts to operate...700 watts is the cooking power not the input power
@minivancampergal1554
@minivancampergal1554 Год назад
OH- I didn’t know that! Thank you!
@gardeningwitheve7164
@gardeningwitheve7164 Год назад
I think you’re confusing watt hour with watts. If I have a 800 watt microwave with a 800 watt power station, the watt hours will tell you how long you can run the microwave.
@mackwebster7704
@mackwebster7704 Год назад
'Promo sm' 😞
@minivancampergal1554
@minivancampergal1554 Год назад
Sorry, not sure what this means?
@nfyoutube
@nfyoutube 10 месяцев назад
Okay who are you? Now I know that you sound like a professional girl who are you?
@minivancampergal1554
@minivancampergal1554 10 месяцев назад
Haha, I have to maintain my anonymity! :)
@donnamount151
@donnamount151 Год назад
Solar runs $1 per watt...
@hennessytheblackrose6519
@hennessytheblackrose6519 Год назад
Thank you
@minivancampergal1554
@minivancampergal1554 Год назад
Thanks for watching!
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