Would it be too much stress on the turbine to mount it to my camper so it can spin in the "wind" of my slipstream as I'm driving?
895475
Please do not do this. Every time you convert energy to another form, overall you loose energy. Darn physics. The added resistance would lower your gas milage at a higher rate then you could be charging your batteries with the wind turbine. Wind turbines can only theoretically harvest about 60% of the winds energy. Wind must be allowed to easily pass through the blades. Then magnetic resistance in the turbines generator will produce the electricity. Then flow to your batteries, which also do not have 100% efficiency. Loosing power at every step.
895476
Would love to hear how it works out. I would also make sure that your Charge controller can handle the load, if this is an all on to the existing system.
895477
the body is strong enough and the blades should take it I think. Mine is mounted on my shed and the wind down the side passage of my house sometimes makes is very difficult to close the gate and mine is Ok doing this.
895478
Nothing is free. If you block the airstream with anything, it will cut your MPG. It might be fun to play with & maybe if you were parked somewhere in the wind you could get something free from it. [Free, <sic>]
131987
I wouldn't, especially if there was any kind of wind. The only times I have moved my vehicle is when I needed to move it around in the site, and even that is rarely.
879115
The generator will run in the rain and snow but keep in mind electricity and water don't mix. I suggest you run it on a covered porch, build a small open air pole barn or run it in a shed but be sure to exhaust the engine fumes outside. As for moving the unit around its generally not a problem with the wheels and handle for an average size adult depending on the terrain you're pulling it over.
1843712
I am not sure on that one! I would really hesitate to do it, because of it's shape, I think the wind would just lift it right off the vehicle. Also it weighs enough that it would be really difficult to lift it that high. But a pick-up truck or a really small light weight trailer would be great. Hope this helps.
1262528
I would say yes but watch out for the wind!!! It can blow you all over. I use mine on a river float fishing and can maneuver great in the calm flat parts in front of my camper. Just watch the wind lol. Hope this helps.
101440
You need to roll it in on windy days in talking 20 30 mph winds.make sure when you mount it it is secured to solid mounting very important. Dont skip secure mounting or in wont hold .
1898859
Well, it's on wheels. If you aren't worried about it rolling off, seems like there would be no issue. But why would you want to? The unit more resembles a radiator than a heat fan. The warmth will reach you, regardless of its position.
1584727
Yes it is possible, my husband did it with 3 others in the boat but it is not easy when you hit small tides and wind. He worked pretty hard and was sweating. It's hard to control for one person just because it's long and big. We looked in to getting a small motor but it's not cheap!
612504
I use it to power my 2000 lb 19 foot fibreglass sailboat in and out of its mooring. It moves it along fairly well ( faster than trolling speed for sure) I wouldn't want it to be my only source of power in much wind. I'm quite happy with it.
2234864
Not really. None of the connections (barring perhaps connection from hub to wire) are ruggedized/weather proof. I wouldn't be too worried in a light sprinkle, or on wet roads, but I wouldn't want to ride in the rain.
2129157
I would worry about the light weight of this fan. It would tend to blow over if you had any wind at all. I would go for a heavier weight more stable fan,
1620751
Just make sure you anchor that baby down really well.. It can handle even 35 -40 mph winds!!!!
1715209
I don"t know just how tough it really is, but it is solidly built. For the price, if it were damaged you could probably forget it and buy another one. I think it most likely is gonna draw more current than your ATV can provide when transmitting high power.
1002809
I have owned 2 of these and the first was problematic, in that the tail rotor didn't turn, it lifted off just fine it wouldn't maneuver at all it drifted with the wind. I think you may more problems if it won't lift off at all.
1885275
Looking at the one I have, I don't think I would mount it without protection from the elements. Direct rain wouldn't do it any good. My manual that came with it said nothing about where to mount it, only leave space for air circulation. I'm using mine in a 5th wheel camper. Hope this helps. Great product.
1639809
Definitely..... Just need to make sure you make some type of wind blocker with aluminum foil and some rocks or something.
1938806
Yes mah has no bearing on the esc. Other then the longer run time will create more heat. Just make sure you check before you buy that it will fit in that space. It will also add more weight which will make the boat more stable but a tad bit slower.Hope this helps you