Exterior solar port installation

Michael49 · June 2020

I would like to add an exterior solar port for my suitcase solar panel on my 400. I Purchased this SAE mount. I plan to install it just in front of the storage bay door. I’m curious if anyone here would have any recommendations on how to install this? Would you make a hole just wide enough for the inner diameter to fit through? - see photos. Would you use butyl tape to seal it? any other recommendations?

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Verna · June 2020

Drill just large enough for the inner diameter so you have room for the two screws to take a bite. Be generous, but neat, with sealant. Butyl tape is neater than using the caulk and you should be able to cut away any excess. Wear rubber gloves.

jpi68 · June 2020

I am interested in the same mounting procedure. I saw some pictures somewhere, but can’t seem to find them again. We have been researching suitcase solar for our T@B 400. I saw some pictures about connecting to the wiring for the cutoff switch just inside of the storage box door... Can someone help... Thanks...

jrhamel · June 2020

https://www.bigguytinytrailer.com/2019/01/23/zamp-connector-added-new-camper/

jpi68 · June 2020

Thanks....

Tundra57 · July 2020

I used marine through hull sealant all around the socket and under the flange. I also screwed it on. I drilled the hole to the left of the heater access door outside. In my 400 it is fairly close to my added controller and batteries under the bed.

Michael49 · July 2020

A little nerve racking, but got it done yesterday - thanks for the help guys.

Exterior solar port installation

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