IT'S FINALLY DONE! | DIY Massive Off-Grid Power System

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Our huge off grid SOK lithium battery and solar power system is officially done! A huge thanks to Current Connected for helping us with this project.
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00:00 Container Prep
01:55 Insulating The Container
05:45 Framing Walls
07:28 Paint
08:40 Humidity Control
10:48 Today is the day!
12:24 Picking up our visitors
13:30 Installing Inverters
15:01 Battery Install
16:43 Racing the sun
18:00 The moment of truth!
19:30 System Breakdown
25:07 First real test
26:35 This is only the beginning

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@VictronEnergyBV Год назад

Looking good guys!! 🙂

@AmbitionStrikes Год назад

Thanks for making quality components! We're loving the set up!

@CurrentConnected Год назад

We are glad we have the opportunity to distribute Victron. Providing this reliable solution for Riley and Courtney has made our hearts warm. We are very glad they can share their experience with the world!

@kdkd693 Год назад

@@CurrentConnected Victron is robust quality, and the nice thing with the warranty I found is: if anything does go wrong it was a no cost replace and you are up and running in a day. Victron installers tend to know their stuff, and there are many good choices how to configure a good system. And the remote monitoring has given me peace of mind however far I am away

@kdkd693 Год назад

@Victron Energy , do you have a 3 phase off-grid solution with one big inverter yet? Or in the pipeline?l (like for 20 or 30KVA?)

@johannesboonstra6917 Год назад

@@kdkd693 No, have you already installed a 10KVA inverter yet?, then you have the reason that the three phase version 30KVA isn't practical.

@seccat Год назад

To fix the solar panel, try that adhesive used for chipped car windshields. It will stop the crack from propagating.

@vivianlawrence778 Год назад

We're so excited for you! How nice of Dexter and (forgot the other one's name 😐) to help and guide you. We laughed out loud when Riley went out the next morning like you said he would. Watching you brings us joy 🥰

@AmbitionStrikes Год назад

It was so awesome to have the Current Connected team up here to help with the install!

@private15 Год назад

Jared. Dexter and Jared.

@vivianlawrence778 Год назад

@@private15 Thank you 😍

@timothytyronetate1 Год назад

Good morning. We would just like to say that the 2 of you are doing a great job and it looks great! Congrats. I have one thing as a new viewer to share with you. I would hate to see heavy winds and rain come from the backside of the solar Container and flip the container forward due to the weight of the heavy-duty panel mount on the front. If I may suggest digging a hole on each front corner of the container next to the container about 12 inches in diameter and three feet deep, Stand an I beam in the hole, like the I-beams you used for your panel support, and weld it to the container, and then fill it with concrete. Finally, I would find out the height of my tallest tree behind or on the side of the container and use that distance to cut back all the trees around the back and the sides of the container. Even the house. Not only are you cutting a fire break, but you are insuring a lifetime investment. NOTE: The largest pine only grows up to 206 ft . Food for thought.:) Thank you for taking the time to read this, and please don't take this personally for I'm only trying to help.

@marklar7551 Год назад

I thing stacked stone the generate can do on the other side eventually, that would help. As far as where the sit at the moment,up and running is where it needs to be, they can evaluate as nature attempts to thwart their inginuity and the billions of research dollars in all these materials at human disposal in 2022.

@sciglassblower Год назад

Amazingly well designed system! I have been working on a very low budget building up my solar off grid system for over a year now and mine is piece meal. I have 13k of panels, almost 40k of battery and too many inverters to count (over 14) for a total of 46.5k of 120v and 6k of 240v. Your system is HUGE and you will need it. We are now very close to not using propane or gas. We still need more panels and batteries for the very hot 105f+ days due to clouds etc. We do have enough to heat in winter because we don't get much clouds here in winter. I know you have plenty of wood to heat but to be able to use inductive cooking, blender, Instant Pot etc is so amazing. You can literally eliminate propane completely. You can even use on demand elec water heating no problem. Yours is the best designed system I have seen online. Some out there are bigger, but very expensive and wasteful due to power usage of their system units. Great work!

@KingParzival Год назад

I gotta say guys, this is absolutely mind-boggling and has seriously inspired me to look into something like this for myself. I absolutely LOVE what you guys have done for yourselves, and I hope you're proud. This is amazing!!!

@steveperyer4850 Год назад

So glad you have your grid system installed and charging. Always good to have professional help to install the system. Glad you have a electric grid that works in your shop and home

@JimNichols Год назад

As an ancient old guy I first thought that these two are gonna be total dorks but you know you are actually my kinda dorks. I am a dork too so that is not a bad thing to say! I have argued back and forth with solar installers on RU-vid about QUANTITY and QUALITY both of which are needed in a solar install and you did both. I need about 460 KWh a month and this system would completely power my home without any issues (issues being rainy or cloudy consecutive days) but I just can't justify it as I pay 60 bucks a month for power here in Thailand. I want to thank you for the way you changed my mind about you guys, you both are pretty sharp cookies and I appreciate your abilities, your drive and envy somewhat your situation. Thanks for the ride along, the time it takes to create this content, edit it and UL it for me to enjoy!

@deirdreanderson7620 Год назад

Just love you guys and your courage, “smarts”, grit, humor and determination! You rock!

@richeastmain4031 Год назад

Cool setup. The nice thing is that you don’t need to worry about saving electricity. You can use all you want. The sun will provide it whether you use it or not.

@AmbitionStrikes Год назад

☀ It feels surreal to have this much power at our property and the possibilities feel endless! What power hungry tool should we add to the shop next? 😉 🔋 Shop Our Power System: www.currentconnected.com/product/sk48v100/?ref=as

@theresaluvspims6163 Год назад

An electric gate for when you have to leave home plus some camera security as far down as the beginning of the road. You've got some priceless items now. A good security system throughout the property.

@seansysig Год назад

Ask your vendor the procedure if your welding onto the container to make sure those expensive electronics isn’t damaged.

@manganvbg90 Год назад

Electric jackhammer to dig a cave garage into that rockface 😁

@marklar7551 Год назад

Hard wired motion cameras so you know your neighbors (wildlife) and can keep eyes n each other whilst working in different areas Incase things go pear shaped. Cameras are your best bet up your drive so you know who's coming for dinner! I like LED nightlights all over because I don't have to switch on lights at night if I need something.

@AmbitionStrikes Год назад

@@marklar7551 We’ve already got that one covered. 😉

@beresheeth Год назад

Victron is truely one of the best if not the best.

@wallykramer7566 Год назад

Riley: 110'/220 describes old systems from the 1960s and before. Since about 1979 or so, they are officially 120/240 volt systems!

@ttandto Год назад

I just started building off grid in Colorado. This gives me a lot to think about, when I get to solar. As always you both ROCK!

@CurrentConnected Год назад

Give us a call and we can gladly help design a system for you just like we did for Riley & Courtney!

@axolp Год назад

Wow. This is serious stuff! Great job! I am pretty sure that not only your children, but also grandchildren will be enjoying it.

@CurrentConnected Год назад

Victron lasts forever!

@axolp Год назад

@@CurrentConnected Ancient Egitians say. People are afraid of the time. Time is afraid of Victron.

@ourlostculture8513 Год назад

I was sent by Martin Johnson and I must say you guys have a good solar build here,I could see many are curious to know how much it cost you guys likewise me . . . .

@rickb06 Год назад

Wow! I am blown away by the attention to detail, overall build quality and the ridiculously awesome capacity of this beastly system. That's a ton of solar gear guys, congrats!

@drsureshuk Год назад

😂 vb😅😢y😅😮

@lauraquigley6403 Год назад

Great setup, everything is so neat and professional in the container. I like how honest you guys are (getting help with with batteries etc.).Great to see your new video. I have been catching up with all your projects! Great team work!🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 Blessings, Laura

@niconico3907 Год назад

With the amount of money they left to this solar power company, getting the installation with it is normal. It is also free advertisement for the company.

@frankcarter2730 Год назад

Hello Laura How are you doing?

@HaroldReece Год назад

Excellent video, thanks. The solar system is impressive. I suspect that a some point you will need to add a backup generator. We have a grid tied solar system that was installed in March. It is amazing how well it works, our power bill has dropped from $250.00 per month to $10.00. We also get internet monitoring and it is amazing how much a few clouds effect the power production. Thanks for taking the time record and share your lives with us.

@AmbitionStrikes Год назад

I suspect you’re right, and we will want to get our military generator set up before this winter.

@tehNashty Год назад

I am so glad Riley is still alive and from what I can see, not injured. I was a little concerned after that Porta Potty Prank. LOL I will dig around and see how many 4/0 boots I have laying around.

@MahatmaMichael Год назад

Warm greetings from another enthusiast of self-sufficiency outside of town in central Poland 🌿🌿🌿🌻🌻

@DH-zu5ol Год назад

Very interested in the costs involved, so looking forward to the next videos in the series. Very tidy installation of all components. Glad to see the ventilation system

@cmiller6352 Год назад

If paying retail: batteries: $1800 each charge controllers: $1300 each inverters: $4200 each accessories: ~ a couple thousand? panels: unknown price

@canonicaltom Год назад

It's north of $50k

@wickedmuffin76 Год назад

@@canonicaltom Which is a lot, but I would imagine bringing utility power up would be even more expensive.

@canonicaltom Год назад

@@wickedmuffin76 Easily. In my area, the power company charges $120 per foot to run electric service, and you are not allowed to do any of it yourself.

@niktak1114 Год назад

@@cmiller6352 panels around $200 each

@davemetcalfe3388 Год назад

ANOTHER OUTSTANDING VIDEO. This series is something I've wondered about and you guys seemed to have covered all the nuts, bolts and washers for me! Terrific! I'm almost as excited as you are!

@georgekerr8804 Год назад

1. Courtney you're my hero, anyone who can do potentially messy work, without making a mess. Amazes me

@georgekerr8804 Год назад

I am more like Riley, or worse.

@user-kn6sz8ji1j Год назад

I really like the dual use for the shipping container: 1) housing the support equipment and 2) acts as the support for the panels. My wife used to complain about our electric bills until I bought a solar power system. We've had it for about a year and just got our first bill last month: $3.00 (That's right: Three Dollars), all of the other subsequent months since installation, we owed zero dollars. We were elated. I also got a 10KW backup battery for the system. Good luck with your system.

@Mr0001jack Год назад

Can’t imagine what a huge difference this will be for y’all - Congratulations 🤪❤️‼️

@Sanwizard1 Год назад

SOK is an excellent choice for your LiFePo4 batteries.

@seanmivey Год назад

Time for an electric truck. How awesome would that be??!? 100% energy and transportation independence! Love it, I'm headed in the same direction (although probably half of that setup :)).

@georgecothran4760 Год назад

IT’S ALIVE! Thank you for sharing another great video! Your system is massive. You should never have the problem of running low on power again.

@ljprep6250 Год назад

Try using a paint stick. It's a hollow handle that you fill with paint and squirt it out through pores in the roller. You can paint a whole gallon while standing up, saving tons of time and bending. VERY worth the $25 at home stores. 8:41 looking forward to seeing your system.

@evil17 Год назад

Excellent job guys, very professional work, there are some potential concerns as many have pointed out re; wind sheer on that beautiful big PV sail u have there, i would like to at least see some more bracing on that structure. In Australia we have a number of different useable techniques when it comes to burying a container, there are a number of different forces at work here with the pressure exerted from the earth to moisture issues. Ur friend is not a dummy when he showed u that arc in the late afternoon, absolutely do not try this in peak production times as you could have an arc 1-2feet long that could vaporise a foot of that wire instantly and generally do great harm. Beautiful setup, Victron is great gear, this is a beast of a setup, also I believe ur SOK batteries actually have surge resistors pre-built into them. Ur a lovely couple doing some great stuff, living the dream & are making some great vids here. Thanks for ur efforts & look forward to bingeing on ur vids. Hope it all works out for ya’s. Cheers from Australia

@charlesheinlein1923 Год назад

Are you going to run underground from the container to the barndominium Looks great Well organized Looking forward to future events

@pinoytechniko6925 Год назад

Very nice install. Loved that kind of independence. Power in the grid is so expensive , especially in Asia where I'm in.

@northeastoutrider2124 Год назад

You two are awesome. Just discovered your channel a few days ago and its already my favorite. And now I'm thinking about where to place a solar shipping container on my property. I've been thinking about solar for years and this build makes so much sense. Thanks...

@CaptainKseadog1 Год назад

Wow guys, what a clean install. Even Musk would be envious. You rock! 😎

@kyleh4858 Год назад

I just found you guys about a week ago. What fantastic work and videos you do. I am on the video when you found out that you are going to SEMA. Thanks for everything that you do. This world is starving for a feel good inspiration that you both bring. Thank you!!

@bendangmerenozukum4230 Год назад

That's a dream setup.. Congratulations!! Hope it will serve you for decades ...

@dougf94912 Год назад

On a safety note it would be worth covering the terminals on the batteries; something as simple as sheets of plexiglass across the front of the racks. 🤓

@AmbitionStrikes Год назад

Current Connected is working on an awesome idea for that right now!

@MichaelDeeringMHC Год назад

Yeah, that's a ton of exposed contacts.

@deang5622 Год назад

@@MichaelDeeringMHC Yes it is, but there is no electric shock risk here, not with batteries connected in parallel at 48V DC. The risk is around some body shorting them out, either deliberately , or accidentally whilst wheeling some metal items into the container

@chrisE815 Год назад

@@deang5622 #accidentalWelder

@marcelorojash Год назад

I was thinking the same when is saw naked conectors.

@MichaelNatrin Год назад

Victron is the best. Great video. Current Connected's services look impressive.

@GeoFry3 Год назад

One thing you can do with the canned spray foam is to use it as an adhesive. You can use it to glue your panels to the wall, not just seal the edges. You just have to apply pressure to the panels until it gets done expanding and sets up. (~30min) You can also glue two panels together to make a thicker panel.

@kencramer1697 Год назад

If your property is anything like my Aunt and Uncles that they had in Colorado, a small wind turbine might be a good addition. Every time it was cloudy at their place it was quite windy. While it might not provide nearly as much power as your solar on a good day, it may be that it keeps you from firing up the generator while your waiting for the sun during a winter storm.

@PaigeMaker Год назад

Your new power system looks awesome Courtney and Riley!! I installed a victron system in my van build and love it. 🤘😍

@nottheone582 Год назад

This is SO exciting!! I'm stoked for you both. That's incredible to have that much off grid power, especially via solar. I feel like the feasibility of living completely off clean energy is way more possible than before. Thanks for opening my mind to the possibilities! :)

@marklar7551 Год назад

Panels fail of course, and winter shortens your daylight. Net zero dirty energy is still on the horizon, but setups like this are possible anywhere, and if there were more of them then the impact would be tremendous!

@LatinDanceVideos Год назад

12 batteries x $1800 each = $21,600 Plus inverters cables etc. That’s a hella investment. I can see value transforming an off grid site where connected to grid is expensive. Everywhere else, it’s going to be hard to justify economically

@WillSmidlein Год назад

shoutout to current connected for coming out and helping out, I will definitely be ordering the SOK batteries for my truck camper through them now! very jealous of your system

@CurrentConnected Год назад

Thanks for the shout out! We are happy to help with your truck camper, we have a lot of customers using our stuff in mobile applications.

@puravida1159 Год назад

Great video. I have watched a lot of do it yourself videos. And you guys do an awesome job of telling your story, editing, and keeping it interesting.

@kingrafa3938 Год назад

A great set up. That will be a big help for your upcoming and future projects in your property. Great job guys 👍

@tknoerle1451 Год назад

I loved that paint pouring tip, all these years and I'd never heard about THAT pouring technique. YAY!

@derekpaterson603 Год назад

That is incredible ! Wow. So happy for you guys to have unlimited power. Way to go !

@donalddodson7365 Год назад

Fantastic! I am so excited to see the entire creative power of you two unleashed by this electric al power system. Plasma table, here they come! Bailey must have been worn out by all the excitement and preoccupation with the power house install, so she invented recumbent eating. ;-)

@AmbitionStrikes Год назад

It feels like the possibilities are endless up here now!

@robertcline9170 Год назад

U two r such a great inspiration to ordinary people u got a great thing going on keep at it

@cowboymcq6711 8 месяцев назад

Dexter’s the man Super knowledgeable when it comes to building solar systems and well anything having to do with solar👍🏼‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️

@2times2is4 Год назад

I'm building an off grid home next year. So much important information from watching you. Thank you so much for all your videos.

@stldigitalmemories Год назад

There should really be a poll guessing the total cost of the system, with EVERYTHING from the storage container, metal brackets, solar panels, wiring batteries, etc, etc. My electrician just ran 200 ft of 3/O cables from my main panel to a new house. The cost of the wire alone was $1600. I have to think you will be approaching $100K +/- with EVERYTHING included (other than your time) by the time you hook it all up to the house/shop.

@Amb3rjack Год назад

Well, that's about the price of a day's electricity here in the UK right now . . . . . .

@T0MFORD Год назад

@@Amb3rjack lol that’s rough. I live in Oklahoma USA, my bill is about $250 on average. It was $420 due to high heat and watering my 2 acre property with irrigation system on my water well. 😭

@Amb3rjack Год назад

@@T0MFORD wow, that sounds like some property! If you grow your own produce enough to feed your family then I think that is money well spent! Good luck to you brother!

@nelsonmartinez8088 Год назад

Good job! You two are amazing, it's a joy to view your videos. Keep them coming.

@AtlantaSoundGuy Год назад

LEGIT !!!! Can't wait to see the long term review and cost analysis.

@philt5285 Год назад

You just built a power plant. Great one. I love projects like this.

@lukew1383 Год назад

I love this. I just started designing solar systems at work and this build is a great setup. The adjustable tilt idea was a smart move. You two have some serious power now. 40,000W!! Also the electrical setup is great. Easy connections, 450V per string so more panels on each string, and room for expansion. Well done! I don't know your current setup obviously, but electrifying your property and getting rid of propane and other fuel powered devices may be possible (except for emergency situations obviously). Looking forward to future updates!

@scottslotterbeck3796 Год назад

Yeah the tilt idea is just so smart.

@LithiumSolar Год назад

Super cool, beautiful setup!! You have so much more room in a 20ft container than the 8ft I went with. One thing I noticed is that you didn't insulate the floor, just curious why? On my 8ft it's a thick piece of steel for the floor but yours appears to be wood (probably on steel)?

@AmbitionStrikes Год назад

It probably would have been a good idea to insulate the floor as well!

@forgetn Год назад

The wooden floor will give you some insulation. Depending on how cold winters get you may need a small heater because if the uninsulated floor. You could also drills some holes and introduce some open cell insulation that is very liquid. Test it for one winter first

@randybobandy9828 Год назад

The bottom is steel with wood on top

@jeremyharbin22 Год назад

WOW!!! I'm speechless! Ya'll have a great set-up. So glad I found this channel!!

@wynnbeattie8130 Год назад

So happy for you guys! Stay safe and healthy most of all!!

@TomBedlammusic Год назад

That is beyond awesome. Can't wait for the costs video - id love to get an idea of what it all took. Planning on doing the same thing in the next 5 years. great work guys

@TallisonEI Год назад

Awesome set up guys! I'm impressed by all of this. Power it up!

@AmbitionStrikes Год назад

Thanks Gary!

@keithhill9138 Год назад

It’s hard not to make a mess when your working with that foam!!!

@whoguy4231 Год назад

Congratz ... Nothing better than the feeling of freedom when making your own power!

@ttkddry Год назад

A very nice clean setup, you will need more ventilation though because those Quattro's output quite a lot of heat when under full load. I have 3 of them for a 3 phase power setup and I am modifying the ventilation to suck up the hot air directly from the top of the Quattro's instead of letting the hot air rise and mix with the rest of the air in the container before venting it out. And don't forget that if you suck out air, you need an inlet for cool, clean air somewhere too, otherwise you get negative pressure :-) You can get nice graphs from the 'Advanced' tab in the web interface, once the system is running for a week or so you could post one with PV Yield, Battery SOC and AC consumption. The only downside of the Quattro's is that they consume about 150 Watts even when idle. If you have 2 of them that is 300 Watts of idle power, it runs up to 7 kWh per day. Not a problem if the sun is out but if you get 3 days of rain; that means quite some power drain from your battery bank... Anyways, a very nice system from Victron Energy and it has proved it's functionallity and durability in the past, I am sure you will enjoy it.

@canonicaltom Год назад

Here's where they installed the inlet for fresh air: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-kisLSdFVF6I.html

@zieak Год назад

Awesome. We just bought 40 acres NW of Spokane and like you, a large off-grid system is what we'll need after the workshop is built! Cool to see that Current Connected is just an hour and a half away from our place.

@AmbitionStrikes Год назад

Congrats on starting such an exciting project! The guys at Current Connected will definitely be able to recommend a system suited for your needs.

@robertarnobit5357 Месяц назад

Very good job👍 love it❤ remember to install your grounding system.

@10p6 Год назад

Nice. I highly recommend you add some steel cross bracing though, or your panels in wind / snow will deform the shipping container. As for geothermal, you will not gain anything from heat; being built partially in the hill will just add some shade and stability. Also, adding wood and foam sheets is just adding kindling to a high risk fire area. You should have added rock wool and waterproof sheetrock.

@AmbitionStrikes Год назад

Hi 10p6, thanks for the suggestions and for the comment!

@dsmith9456 Год назад

Totally excellent. Looks like it will do what you need. Cant wait to see how you do your cabling from the power house to your living house and workshop. It really does look like your having a blast of a time. Well done.

@Wrongwayadventures Год назад

I talked to Dexter and Jerad before buying my SOK batter for a teardrop camper build. I can definitely say that they were supper helpful in my purchase and answered all my questions. Very great guys.

@AmbitionStrikes Год назад

I hope you are as happy with your system as we are with ours!

@Wrongwayadventures Год назад

Very happy. The customer service there is great.

@CurrentConnected Год назад

@@Wrongwayadventures Thank you for the kind words Stephen! Means a lot to us. Glad we could help out!

@chrlsraines Год назад

Yes, Riley you nailed it about the thermal break with the studs completely inside the insulation. That means NO thermal transfer through the studs themselves… “Law of Thermodynamics”.

@xXProtozoaXx Год назад

Awesome to see! I am motivated to get off grid after seeing stuff like this.

@josephrichardson9200 Год назад

Congratulations y’all!! So excited for you both. The equipment looks BA!!! My wife and I love your show. Best wishes!!

@shawncote3110 Год назад

Your channel should called “Rain Strikes” because it seems to be raining every time you start a project lolol, love the show.

@frankcarter2730 Год назад

Hello Shawn How are you doing?

@norcoredneck Год назад

Miles of smiles on this video. Congrats on getting juiced up!

@soving Год назад

Great video. I love the idea of a remote power house.. a jump off point for all buildings current and future..nicely done.

@pip5461 Год назад

That custom-built setup looks amazing, I hate to think how much it all cost... One thing for sure... you'll have plenty of electricity to go around... :)

@scottslotterbeck3796 Год назад

Cost? Will be HUUUGE!

@stucorbishley Год назад

Love love love this! I’m sure you’re very proud, such a nice setup! Really thoroughly thought out project.

@ebol08 Год назад

Awesome work! As the Will it blend guy would say, Don't breathe this! 3:12

@laruedouglas1064 Год назад

That is going to be a big game changer for you both.👍

@dirkkelly9596 Год назад

Totally cool 😎 so that’s what they mean by Christmas in July, Riley was definitely beyond excited 😜 very happy for you guys 👍👍👍

@walterhiegel3020 Год назад

I am so glad I found your channel. I am planning this sized solar system for my shop/storefront/apartment. Still in the planning stages.

@dougdekuiper3194 Год назад

I am super impressed with your solar power system.

@theresaluvspims6163 Год назад

What a nerdfest! I cannot wait to see what added trinkets you all will add to the system. The possibilities are endless...Are you sure you're not planning world domination? I am curious though, will you be adding cable to the container for further stabilization? I mean, will you make a kickstand or something just to keep the whole thing from tipping over in some of those monster winds that happen? Congratulations on the whole build.

@marklar7551 Год назад

Dance floor

@jlfdep Год назад

Very cool! Gotta admit, I'm dead jealous, too. Would love to get off-grid. Congrats and well done.😎

@gardcon Год назад

This was the first of your videos that I watched. I am up to 10 now!! I really do enjoy watching you guys! Thank you for telling the story of how you got here. And, thanks again, you really do feel like friends now.

@AmbitionStrikes Год назад

Thanks for watching! ☺️

@mk2spit Год назад

This is so cool - fantastic! Glad you got everything installed and up and running.

@ccm1023 Год назад

Great job it looks great and will be nice to see how it works out.

@georgekerr8804 Год назад

2. The Truck Camper Channel made an excellent explanation of how to calculate your solar needs. Multiply your estimate by 2 or 3, to account for shade, clouds, angle, etc. So for my truck camper I can fit 300 to 400 w

@marklar7551 Год назад

Okay, I am still all about exterior framing a shipping container to mitigate the "beer can effect". You can 2x6 exterior frame, plenty of space for wire and plumbing chase and enough cavity to insulate it all any possible way you want to. This leaves more room inside (nail frame for interior wall finishes) so you'll have maximized floor space. I want to park containers side by side then on top of each other, exterior framed, full roof truss. All the strength is really in the containers, framing outside allows for traditional finishes of every type, 2x6 is minimal framing for plumbing and electrical to run through and services outside and in. 2x8 framing might work better in extreme climates that get either really cold or hot, but would make insulation work so much better and easier to run your services with less of a headache and more protection. I love your set up, you know your budget, and your methodology allows for repairs or upgrades while staying efficient and thrifty AF.

@silverbackag9790 Год назад

At that point, you might as well shit can the container and build conventionally which would be cheaper, easier, and stronger.

@marklar7551 Год назад

@@silverbackag9790 phase building off grid, and not so much stronger because exterior fails, and you only have a box to close off.

@donaldshields2483 Год назад

All of your people did a lot excellent job I know absolutely nothing about what you did but I did too I am watching it and keep up the good work and I will keep watching you God bless

@tumbleweed1976 Год назад

Minimalism interests me most but this is an impressive system worth appreciating 🎈

@robmack151 Год назад

Top Shelf equipment and install.... love the system 💛

@grantguy8933 Год назад

Love Courtney’s hair 👍

@kyleh4858 Год назад

Please put a guard on your table saw. You guys are so cool I hate to see anything happen. Great videos!!

@hollandduck79 Год назад

Hello🙋‍♂️ from the Netherlands 🇳🇱. that looks like a nice and extensive system . I hope it's all you need for what you want to do, especially considering the time and energy and commitment you've had to put into getting everything ready. thanks for another nice video AS. Sincerely, Hollandduck

@scottslotterbeck3796 Год назад

This will allow a comfortable life for the New Dark Ages.

@fredleone5806 Год назад

Awesome job! You guys are the best at showing how to do challenging projects while still having fun! Very inspiring! Also did you do a comparison of the cost of the solar system and the average cost of paying for the power if you could have been on the grid? It would be interesting to see since in theory you electricity is free now.

@marklar7551 Год назад

One panel not 100% out of all of them does stink, but it is still great work and a little view of possible major failure early on. Preparing for those things helps and having less major problems accelerates he learning curve!

@thom17043 Год назад

Great to see you making your workshop possible again! So much more you'll be able to do! Waiting for the "we've got to use MORE power" moment... :) Oh, and don't cut rigid insulation with a circular saw - you can score it with a utility knife and snap it just like drywall. Much less mess!

@suzannekrause9601 Год назад

Chuck and I have been waiting for this video. He hasn’t seen it yet, but will be as impressed as I am. We’ll done! Courtney, I hope you plan to do a 5 minute video on the entire solar project like you did on the camper build. I saw it got picked up by a network. You make us proud! Now the road?

@AmbitionStrikes Год назад

We've got some fun video ideas for this system. Right now we're just enjoying running a/c AND the air fryer! 😂

@frankcarter2730 Год назад

Hello Suzanne How are you doing?