Solar Panel Failed? Getting a new panel fitted in Sussex

[SleepyWheezal]

We have a flexi solar panel, but it looks like it has failed . We're getting a small amount of charge first thing in the morning and last thing at night, but we don't get anything out of the panel during the day. I've checked the cabling and and can't any current from the panel with a multimeter, any thoughts?

Given the above, any recommendations for someone to replace it based in Sussex, thinking about getting a quote from Sunstore Solar. 12v Solar Panel Kits, Chargers, Batteries & More

 

[WT4]

Bimble Solar is located near Lewes, East Sussex, in the UK.

 

[soldas]

I live about 1 min from Sunstore. Honestly I'm not the biggest fan. They are pretty expensive for generally what feels kind of out dated tech. They are much more motorhome than campervan.

This is based in my dad getting a solor panel and reverse cam fitted by them on his motorhome. Nothing wrong with the quality but it was super expensive and just felt a bit clunky and old school.

I also got quoted around £800 for a crap looking reversing cam mirror setup.

That said they are a nice bunch and always helpful with answering any questions.

I could be wrong but I feel I've seen @BognorMotors install panels/setups before.

 

[soldas]

@SleepyWheezal not something you fancy doing yourself? I've just replaced mine. Pretty straightforward and more so if you already have the hole for the cables run.

 

[SleepyWheezal]

Thanks for the replies, I am tempted to try myself, although the current panel has the connection coming straight off the underside into the roof, so may have to mess about with the cables a bit.

However it would be useful to get some quotes so I know what the labour would be if someone else did it. This is what we currently have.

 

[Stay Frosty]

If you know the existing panel output then just look for another or larger panel, you'll be able to splice onto the existing feeds to the MPPT with through crimps or mc4 plugs and sockets.
I did mine and I've also glued them back on a year later so I won't recommend a particular adhesive but the job is straightforward.

 

[BognorMotors]

I could be wrong but I feel I've seen @BognorMotors install panels/setups before.

Yes we do