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[DLAW]

I'm a detail nut and completely agree with you regarding Chemical Guys. Best products out there by far (in my opinion) are from Griots.... https://www.griotsgarage.com/

Yeah, I almost mentioned Griots in my first post, but I figured the most comprehensive advice I could give would be Wilson Auto Detailing, only because he talks about many brands. I don't consider Griots to cover all the basic needs. Some of their product lines are a little weird. For example, I didn't notice any sealers they offer that isn't also a polishing compound. And that doesn't work for me. I want to ceramic coat the bare paint/clearcoat and ceramic is not a good step to use after you have already put some sort of sealer/wax over the paint.
However, they do have a great ceramic spray that tested well against other big name brands. So in that regard, it's strange. they have product lineup that isn't conducive to their excellent ceramic spray. haha.
Griots Speed Shine is great too. It's awesome for getting any last minute spots before walking away from your Jeep after you are done washing/detailing.
And I exclusively buy the Costco Microfiber cloths. Chemical Guys cloths must be 10x the price for absolutely nothing special. MF cloths should never be considered a long term investment. if you get one really gummed up with something nasty, or get a bunch of sand on it from the beach....THROW IT OUT! It will hurt to throw out a $5 Chemical Guys cloth. But the Costco ones are basically disposable at about 40 cents a piece. Why risk rubbing grit and sand all over your detailed paint job?

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[BAT]

I picked up the Jackery 1000 and a pair of solar panels. I'm planning on some nice overlanding trips in the hopefully near future. (for now still waiting on ARE Classic, rock sliders, and roof rack.)

Would be glad to hear how the solar panels work out. I have the 300 and thinking maybe down the line adding with the solar 60 or 100 panel just in case. So far I have used the 300 on a 4 day trip and didn't drain it all the way. Granted I was on a kayak fishing/camping trip your really limited by what you can bring. But it ran and charged my phone, travel cpap, portable fan, headlights, etc. Figuring if I can pack up solar panel and recharge it every day

 

[Gvsukids]

I have my Part 107, but today did this training which is required of every drone Pilot.

https://www.faa.gov/uas/recreational_fliers/knowledge_test_updates/

Didn't know about this, nobody talks of doing it. Although, never been asked for it either.

 

[DanW]

Would be glad to hear how the solar panels work out. I have the 300 and thinking maybe down the line adding with the solar 60 or 100 panel just in case. So far I have used the 300 on a 4 day trip and didn't drain it all the way. Granted I was on a kayak fishing/camping trip your really limited by what you can bring. But it ran and charged my phone, travel cpap, portable fan, headlights, etc. Figuring if I can pack up solar panel and recharge it every day

I've got a 240 and 60w panel that folds 3 ways and is very small. It works really well. If I plug in my fridge to the Jackery and use the solar panel, on a sunny day, the solar panel out performs the draw from the fridge. (35L Snomaster) and it will easily run all night leaving me with around 50% on the Jackery in the morning, when set at 32 or 33 degrees. By itself, the Jackery will run the fridge about 18 hours at 35 degrees.

On off-roading or overlanding trips, I ususally plug the Jackery into the Jeep and then the fridge into the Jackery. The Jackery charges through, so I've set the rear 12v Jeep fuse so that when the Jeep is not running, the fridge runs off the Jackery. When running, it runs off the Jeep and the Jackery charges. Works well, and I can keep everything ice cold with the fridge set at 32 or 33.

I'd bet the 300 would get 24 hours out of the fridge and that 1000 would be in a whole different league. Those big panels on it would handle several refrigerators or all kinds of stuff!

 

[awraynor]

Didn't know about this, nobody talks of doing it. Although, never been asked for it either.

Yeah, regulations are changing all of the time and I try to stay current, although it's difficult sometimes.

 

[BAT]

I've got a 240 and 60w panel that folds 3 ways and is very small. It works really well. If I plug in my fridge to the Jackery and use the solar panel, on a sunny day, the solar panel out performs the draw from the fridge. (35L Snomaster) and it will easily run all night leaving me with around 50% on the Jackery in the morning, when set at 32 or 33 degrees. By itself, the Jackery will run the fridge about 18 hours at 35 degrees.

On off-roading or overlanding trips, I ususally plug the Jackery into the Jeep and then the fridge into the Jackery. The Jackery charges through, so I've set the rear 12v Jeep fuse so that when the Jeep is not running, the fridge runs off the Jackery. When running, it runs off the Jeep and the Jackery charges. Works well, and I can keep everything ice cold with the fridge set at 32 or 33.

I'd bet the 300 would get 24 hours out of the fridge and that 1000 would be in a whole different league. Those big panels on it would handle several refrigerators or all kinds of stuff!

Thanks for the info. On most of my trips I have to keep things small as very limited to size but I am thinking something like a 60 Watt Panel could keep the unit topped of daily easily. I would not have to worry about any usage limits.

 

[DanW]

Thanks for the info. On most of my trips I have to keep things small as very limited to size but I am thinking something like a 60 Watt Panel could keep the unit topped of daily easily. I would not have to worry about any usage limits.

I went 60w mainly because the 240 can't receive any higher. I think the highest I've seen was in the 40w range. But the small size and light weight of both the 240 and the 60w panel are both priorities for me.

 

[BAT]

I went 60w mainly because the 240 can't receive any higher. I think the highest I've seen was in the 40w range. But the small size and light weight of both the 240 and the 60w panel are both priorities for me.

Yes I was actually surprised how small the 300 was. Its a great little unit

 

[Gvsukids]

I've got a 240 and 60w panel that folds 3 ways and is very small. It works really well. If I plug in my fridge to the Jackery and use the solar panel, on a sunny day, the solar panel out performs the draw from the fridge. (35L Snomaster) and it will easily run all night leaving me with around 50% on the Jackery in the morning, when set at 32 or 33 degrees. By itself, the Jackery will run the fridge about 18 hours at 35 degrees.

On off-roading or overlanding trips, I ususally plug the Jackery into the Jeep and then the fridge into the Jackery. The Jackery charges through, so I've set the rear 12v Jeep fuse so that when the Jeep is not running, the fridge runs off the Jackery. When running, it runs off the Jeep and the Jackery charges. Works well, and I can keep everything ice cold with the fridge set at 32 or 33.

I'd bet the 300 would get 24 hours out of the fridge and that 1000 would be in a whole different league. Those big panels on it would handle several refrigerators or all kinds of stuff!

What solar panel do you have?

 

[DanW]

What solar panel do you have?

It is a 60w folding Jackery. It is this one:

Jackery 60w Solar Panel Review

The review said the highest he saw was 30w. I've seen over 40w many times. Not sure why he only saw 30. I often set it flat on its back on top of the Jeep and easily get 36 to 40+ on a bright clear day.

 

[BAT]

It is a 60w folding Jackery. It is this one:

Jackery 60w Solar Panel Review

The review said the highest he saw was 30w. I've seen over 40w many times. Not sure why he only saw 30. I often set it flat on its back on top of the Jeep and easily get 36 to 40+ on a bright clear day.

Yep that is the one I been looking at

 

[MPMB]

Keep checking Amazon after Prime Day. I saw at the end of last week the ECOFLOW River powerstation was on sale for $269, which was 29% off retail; the Prime Day deal was $279 (20% + coupon).

 

[GCoop]

I just bought the DJI Mini 2 bundle from costco. Was a little cheaper than amazon. 439 including a spare battery. Arrives today so haven't used. But was at the recommendation of a few friends who have drones.

I'm not sure how much the FlyMore combo adds above your package, but it's a value in general. The Mini 2 batteries are half the price of the Air 2.

looks like flymore gets you a third battery and that triple charger for 599. I like the triple charger but opted for the savings

I have my Part 107, but today did this training which is required of every drone Pilot.

https://www.faa.gov/uas/recreational_fliers/knowledge_test_updates/

Didn't know about this, nobody talks of doing it. Although, never been asked for it either.

Yeah, regulations are changing all of the time and I try to stay current, although it's difficult sometimes.

Been considering a drone for a while and I blame you ALL for sending me down this rabbit hole. Based on that I got the DJI Mini 2 Fly More combo and did my first test flights yesterday along with a max altitude test as well as sending it out across the corn field to a distance of about 1000 feet. All together about 20 minutes of flight time.

Very impressed by this little quad and how easy it is for a complete novice to begin to feel confident with it.

Thanks for FAA training link I will be completing that shortly.

 

[awraynor]

Been considering a drone for a while and I blame you ALL for sending me down this rabbit hole. Based on that I got the DJI Mini 2 Fly More combo and did my first test flights yesterday along with a max altitude test as well as sending it out across the corn field to a distance of about 1000 feet. All together about 20 minutes of flight time.

Very impressed by this little quad and how easy it is for a complete novice to begin to feel confident with it.

Thanks for FAA training link I will be completing that shortly.

The Mini 2 is a fantastic bargain. Just received my sun visor for my phone so I can actually see when flying.

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