I'm a beginner and have been so confused by this that I literally typed in solar 101 and got this 15 yr old kid who's blowing my mind with common sense teaching lol!

@lindastent-campbell5130

Ай бұрын

I typed Solar for Dummies, lol

@JoyinFlorida

Ай бұрын

@@lindastent-campbell5130 😄

@javiercoronel1169

27 күн бұрын

He's 33😅

@JoyinFlorida

27 күн бұрын

@@javiercoronel1169 lol I know...but at 55 EVERYONE looks 15😄😄😄😄

Ok, first of all, I did not need to buy your book, I am an ex Navy Electronics Technician and Reactor Operator, and I have a BS in Industrial Engineering, after getting out of the Navy, I worked as a Field Engineer for Northrop Grumman fixing all kinds of Servers, computers, networks, laptops, and huge plotters and printers. I bought your book. Because not everyone has had those opportunities I have had. I LOVE the fact that you have made this available in the Kindle format, as I now live in a Motor home and am disabled I do not have room for books. So in complete support of your efforts, I have purchased your book. You are doing great work with this resource. My compliments, very well explained and put in a way that most all folks can understand. Cheers and God bless

@WillProwse

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!!! Your comment made my day :)

@charlesmckinley29

5 жыл бұрын

William Jordan thank you for your service and your endorsement of Will. I know just enough to be dangerous and wanted to be sure his information is as good as it seemed to my limited knowledge.

@charlesmckinley29

5 жыл бұрын

DIY Solar Power with Will Prowse, Will plug your book a little more. I've been checking your videos out and this is the first I had heard about it. Thank you for all the work you have put into these videos.

@davidguillory4311

5 жыл бұрын

@@WillProwse can you help me out for a wheelchair? I have two battery to my wheelchair, and I wanna to get a solar panels for my wheelchair and I need help to get the right kinda solar system for it so I can go places without having to stop somewhere to charger.

@TOMAS-lh4er

4 жыл бұрын

WELL ! I was the emperor of the world at one time ,and i made my own airplane after I swam underwater from my house to Hawie ! , then I became ruler of the universe

so happy to finally have someone start from the actual beginning and explain the very basics. Not everyone can explain things in an idiot proof manner without being condescending like you. Im so grateful to have found your channel. Keep up the good work.

@ronniewrong1539

Жыл бұрын

Here here. Guys like this kid are what makes KZread the best place to be. I love this channel.

After watching litrerally hundreds of videos, this is the First one that actually made any sense to me. Thank You so much!

@brandyprice7578

3 жыл бұрын

Im at the ad at the beginning of the video. I really hope I feel the same way after watching! I feel so stupid learning about these, they might as well be in another language. I dont understand it at all. Im a hands on learner unfortunately and theres no where i can just go "play" with solar panels!!

@brandyprice7578

3 жыл бұрын

Within 2 mins ive already learned so much. Makes sense with the whole battery thing. Its also good to know how that I can hurt myself so I need to be very careful. And wth this kid has his own book? Nice

@holdendeshawn835

3 жыл бұрын

a trick: watch movies at KaldroStream. I've been using it for watching lots of of movies lately.

@maisoncayson4542

3 жыл бұрын

@Holden Deshawn Yup, I've been watching on flixzone} for since december myself :D

@IJUSTWANNAFLYDJIDRONES71

3 жыл бұрын

Our Watched hundreds geewizz i thought i was slow.

I need everything in life explained and presented exactly like this lol

@larsturner310

5 жыл бұрын

lol That's what I'm talking about, Gionni. lol

@gingerspencer6628

3 жыл бұрын

@@larsturner310 I totally agree going to follow suit myself.

@larsturner310

3 жыл бұрын

@@gingerspencer6628 Nice.

@spiceweasel945

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely. It’s called “good teaching” 😉

“you can cause fires, and that’s really bad” LOL!!! THANK YOU SOOOOO MUCH for this very straightforward explanation. This has (probably literally) saved my life.

@brandyprice7578

3 жыл бұрын

Lol thats what I said. Fires bad. Got it!

@JustMeValerie6

2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha, i said the same thing. 😂😂 Loving this video, everything makes so much more sense now. Thank you!!

Man, this is the best no nonsense explanation of a basic hookup - unbelievable how people have missed explaining this stuff that simply for this many decades.

Dude, you sold me within 15 seconds. Wow! I love how direct and clear you are. No wasting anyone's time. Bam! You're awesome!

As a retired engineer (ME), few years ago I reviewed many KZread videos before getting started on my 2x100 watt solar panel system. I loved your video the most. Your description was most clear and helpful. Keep up the good work and maintain your style of explaining the way all can understand. Good luck. - RKR 210830

You look young but still take complete sense. Thank you. Some people inspire you are one of them.

Man, you explain things so well that I bought your book midway through the video, then came back to finish it. Thanks!

I used to wire up & install car audio systems... This is all natural to me. I recently read your solar power book though lol! It's very well explained for anyone to understand.. Excellent book. You should definitely teach more.

@Melodyloveshorses1

6 жыл бұрын

I agree, Steve! I'm hungry to learn more about solar, wind, and medium & small sized turbine power. I hope Will will continue to find a way to study and make his future an even bigger success! I'm proud of you, Will. Don't give up! And Will, you may be qualified for a Pell Grant or other scholarships and funds if you wish to be an electrician or anything u want! (Y) I know it's hard, but again, you've persevered so much already- so u know what to do! 😀 Make-it-so!

Thank you Will. The diagram you drew there is very clear, precise & easy to learn. I have watched many other RV's solar-electrical wiring set-up videos but I couldn't catch the details how they were actually connected to each component/equipment. Thank you very much.

The "for someone who" at the beginning had me instantly hooked. GREAT EXPLANATION THANK YOU SO MUCH

Who says you can’t teach an old dog a new trick?! This is great introductory material and was explained so clearly without getting way over my head too fast. I’m going to enjoy your book! I’ll also be watching your videos too! Thank you for keeping it simple!

I'm glad that you mentioned your book. I just bought it. I'm going to Haiti and I will make good use of it. Thank you brother!

Best book EVER! Love this video, too! So glad I found it! I have your book and it's SO worth getting! Thank you for writing it and for how easy it is to follow! You're a very good teacher! We need this information!

This is great. When learning something new I need to keep it simple, learn the basics, then add details. You explained the basics perfectly! Thanks!

I’ve been watching dozens of your more recent videos over the past few months, and despite the fact I didn’t understand much of the technical jargon, I enjoyed your enthusiasm and energy. But this one video here is a game changer for me. Thanks so much!

Thank you so much!! I’m installing solar on my RV and have no idea what I’m doing. I’ve watched countless how to videos and have remained confused until I watched this video. You have a gift for teaching! Thank you!

Dude had to watch a few hour of your videos , didnt understand anything but I got everything I needed. Them boom watched a bunch of other videos about safety and grounding wore size etc etc. Came back and watched this again and I finally understand what your saying. Thank you very much.

Best video I've seen yet explaining this. The fact we have the same first name makes it even better! Thanks

Thank you! I just came across your video as I am beginning my solar journey and this grandma is so grateful for your simple explanation. I will be watching all your videos over the next few weeks to learn all I can. I’m headed to Kenya in a few months to begin my off grid retirement journey.

And yes, yes, yes, more tutorials! :) You explain things so well so looking forward to you putting those up :) Much appreciated!

I know this video was made a few years ago. But I'm so glad I got to see it. Its starting to make sense now. Your a smart man and I hope your making lots of money with your knowledge.

Its 17 Feb 2020 now and since finding your videos recently when needing to do an offline system at home due to Load Shedding here in South Africa ... I went ahead and bought your book as my support to you (Its the LEAST I could do) for all the information you have given me in the videos ... having successfully built a home system that works for me based on your videos. So thanks for all the great information that I think has helped MANY people! :) I wish you all the best brother!

I thoroughly enjoy watching your videos. You make them so informative and interesting. You have a talent explaining things. I spent 4 years doing electronic engineering and have learnt more from you than the college!! Well done, I'll be getting the book, and look forward to more of your videos!

What I know of this topic wouldn’t fill a thimble but this simple, clear, truly “for dummies” explanation has me thinking I might actually be able to do this and to be able to learn more! Thank you!

It is remarkable how well you explain things. You have a bright future ahead of you. Young people don’t embrace learning about trades the way you obviously have. And your ability to explain and teach is your unique gift. I’m off to Amazon to buy your book.

Already bought four of your books. Sent them to two of my brothers and making notes in mine. That way we can all be on the same page and reference the same stuff. I appreciate your book and videos!!

Wow thank you! I'm a woman and this was very helpful. You explain everything so clearly! Thank you and God bless you! Will check out your book too.

Thank you for all your videos. They are the most informative for me. I am not a scientific/physics/electrical-know-how person AT ALL. But your manner of teaching the basics despite your expert knowledge is so so helpful.

You are an excellent teacher and so well spoken,. I have learned so much from you. God be with you.

Amazing channel. Really appreciate your vids. I have a civil engineering background, and for the past 8 years own a family home renovations business. As a HAM radio operator I have been looking to convert my shack to all DC power. The less that my shack is connected to AC power, the better. You do a great job of explaining and teaching. As an analytical person I much prefer when someone just gets to the point, covers all necessary information, and is thorough without covering unnecessary information. Im looking at the West Mountain Epic PWRgate as the controller for the solar panel. I called their tech dept today to verify that the power gate is a replacement for a solar controller. Its a nice piece of equipment for radio operators since it allows us to connect a battery, a solar panel, and a power supply to feed our DC distribution system. Our radios prefer 13.8 volts, but can operate on less under less than ideal conditions. However, its important not to discharge the battery too much so as to protect the battery and the equipment. With all of that....I have taken in a lot of info from your many vids. Even some of these earlier vids are well presented. Good job

You are delightful! Thank you for helping this old lady understand this complicated stuff. I’m buying your book.

Finally I understand these things, in simple language. Thank you man. God bless you

I'm impressed with your KZread presentation. It hits on most of the basic points and you push the safety aspect. I'll buy your book. It would be a good reference for when I make one of these soon.

I've seen a lot of solar videos, yours are some of the best!! Thanks Will.

Fantastic! For the first time I understand what you were saying in your book. I'm one of those people who does best watching someone do something I've never done before. Fortunately, I've done enough wiring to understand your connections. I didn't really understand how the controller worked, however, as it seemed like I already had that capability on my Kodiak battery. I have other batteries, however, that don't have that capability, I wanted to use to keep my Dodge Grand Caravan's battery topped as it seems to discharge really quickly when not driven. So thanks for the help. I feel much more confident that I won't blow anything up now lol.

Watched many videos of this guy, he really desreves your attention. Cant say much more but I will make my system from his guides.

Awesome video. I've been living off off grid solar since 2015 self built. Teach the world.

I love a young guy teaching such a well executed lesson. Thanks! I think I need your book.

Bought the book because Will is a very good teacher and I will build a system in the future with this knowledge.

Book is now on the way ! Planning on converting an old Sailboat over to Solar! Ty. I'm excited to jump in !

Thank Will ...for a simple in depth explation of solar...I am setting up my first solar system tomorrow.

the absolute MOST informative and HELPFUL. beats every other video, THANK YOU

Yayyy!!! I understood EVERY thing!!! I am just now exploring backup solar power for emergencies and I am SO glad I found you!! And yes, I need your book!!

First time I see your videos and I love it. Thanks for your dedication. I'm determined to learn about solar power. I see the benefits are immeasurable.

Will, I sure appreciate this video! You've done a great job in sharing with us how to do it as a beginner. Thanks so much..keep posting!!!

This is a great refresher, i bought your book on amazon! All the components you mentioned are ready to be wired, im actually picking up my solar panels, mounts and branch connectors in a few hours, cant wait to see how this goes

Well done Will with your explanations. I also appreciate that you communicate in an honest realistic fashion not geared towards bilking people out of money.

I know the solar power world has changed a lot in 3 years but still to this day this is your most important video (IMO). I've held off buying a portable "solar generator" until someone can build one at a price point with the power of anything near what your DIY builds can produce. Thanks again Will.

Great stuff, Will, thanks for diagramming it all out in simple form. Through your videos I now have a solid basic grasp of the components and overview of a solar powered off grid battery system. Keep up the great work - I’m buying your book as a reference and will use it when I build my system. Thanks!

This video is for me whose got no experience with anything solar and electricity/circuitry. Very helpful! Thanks!

Thank you William! Your video has provided a clear introduction for this beginner!

KZread search. This is the most to the point video I have found. Saved me very much frustration. It's to the point. Too many YT videos trying to gain views on bullshit. Thank you Will. Hope your Mom is doing fine. Long time viewer of yours. Peace.

Wow, I found the answer I was looking for in the first 3 minutes of the video. Thank you.

Thank you so much for this! I finally get it! I think! I've ordered your book, and look forward to setting myself up with solar in my box truck.

Will. You are a super smart young man. I know this is an old vid . I watch ALL of your vids. You are hands down the best solar you tuber out here bar none. Im still trying to understand my solar. I just got it hooked up 3 days ago. It's a small 200 watt system and i have 2 100 amp hour agm batteries. But i AM learning. And it's thanks to you. So see an old dog can learn new tricks. Again tyvm and God bless you. ✌ Puff Puff Passin By.

A charge controller. A battery. A inverter and a battery. And worse and connectors. Best video so far. I watch many of them but am clueless. I signed up on the forum but haven’t been able to figure out how to engage or anything other than log in. But I’ll keep going

Hi Will Even I understand what you are talking about. I am a kind of person who needs it explained the easy way step by step. All your videos are very helpful and in combination with your book

Finally! You are bright boy! This was very easy. I have multiple degrees and could never understand it. Thanks!

I admire your expertise and patience in educating us. Thank you.

I love it---- "this is so simply and the voltages are so low that you can't really hurt yourself, that bad"

Thank you for this! I am a disabled female, that needs solar for when TSHTF! You made this so easy to understand, it was all in my head but watching this made it "click" Guess I understood more that I thought!! BLESSSINGS

@voyeurette1

3 жыл бұрын

Where are you? I am a disabled female in FLorida and would love to have others to discuss prepping with.

7/6/24. Wow! Like every other comment on here, I think you’ve done a great job of explaining basic principles. In fact, your presentation has swung me from shelling out a fortune to buy a prepaid panel to AC generator to making my own. I spent my career as an electronics mechanic for the Navy so your explanation was easy to follow. Will buy your book.

thank you for this video. I had been searching for a video to dumb this down for me and luckily enough came across yours.

Just found your channel today and I am quite impressed with what I have watched so far, for such a young man you really know what your talking about. I have an off grid hut on a beach in the Philippines and need to try to put in a 550watt solar system for a water pump and a few lights so am watching some of your videos to learn what all I need and how to hook all the pieces together. Deep cycle batteries though may be a challenge to find here but everything else I can buy from your list on Amazon I think. Thanks for doing all these videos , they are really informative.

Watched the video and went strait to amazon to buy the book, hello from Manchester 😁

PERFECT GOT IT.Dude knows his SOLAR, ,building solar on my camp THANK YOU

I highly recommend the book! I bought mine on Amazon Kindle and have it on my tablet. Works great for me!!

Nice job Mr. Prowse! Like many guys here in the comments, I believe in “giving credit” where credit is due. Im 41, and you are doing a excellent job of explaining this system of technology. When you are this good, age ceases to be an issue outside of pleasant surprise. Lol! 👍🏽🇺🇸💯

OK. My husband has worked as an electrician and he understands all this stuff. I am a mom, a nurse, an equestrian - and I know nothing about this stuff. I want and need to understand and my husband wants to be sure than in any situation I can function efficiently and independently. Your site is indispensable. And I know your book will be for me as well! Ordered it today. Your videos are coherent and clear, but the non-technical mind appreciates being able to look back, reference, refresh, understand. Thank you.

You are killin it with the solar stuff. You are addressing everything!!🎉🎉🎉

I studied and bought a sign wave inverter and a regular deep cycle battery.. I haven't mastered this by far..Job Well Done !:)Will :)!

Thank you!!! I finally understand how this works! Next step, buying your book 👍

Simple, clear , informative and passionately explained - excellent, thank you .

Much needed video..I have owned 11 RV's over the years from class A to travel trailers but mostly diesel class A as well as 54 cars!! (I buy, flip and sell) I can fix anything on an RV from engine to all the house components such as fridge, water heater, electrical and DC system but one area that I am clueless about and I can admit it is SOLAR!! haha

Really enjoyed watching your video. It’s basic and explains every do and don’t to an extent. I watch other videos and they’re all over the place. First time I took in information about how to set everything up and how to without wanting to fall asleep. Looking forward to picking up your book. Thank you for making this video and a book about solar power. :-)

You are an excellent teacher, I know I could do this without a problem!!! Thank You!!!!

Only video that has made sense to me! THANK YOU!! Bought your book straight away!

Thanks Will just bought the book and love the videos.

Well worth watching for a solar novice like myself, got my kindle version of the book, you never know when you may not have Internet to re watch. Although my background is in computers, this video was a great help.

You are so good at explaining this stuff, thanks so much for sharing your knowledge, I will be buying your book very soon for sure, great job brother.

So I'm getting ready to add solar on my motorhome never did it before, I've been searching lots and lots of KZread videos which im really getting to start to understand how everything works now. But in my search on KZread videos, I've catch myself watching lots of your videos, since you have many on the topic and you explain it so well. But like you said in this video, you really need a book in front of you to fall back to for any questions. So I just bought your book, I can't wait to receive it ☺ thank you for all your hard work and good explanation on all of your many KZread videos on this topic. Gave you a 👍

@WillProwse

5 жыл бұрын

Oh awesome!! I'm glad I can help :) I hope you like the book!

@jzt999

4 жыл бұрын

Buy the book!

Perfectly explained, My expertise is wiring cars, so the 12 volt side was no problem, this was perfect for everything on the other side, your book is in my cart ready for my next order. Well done!

@WillProwse

5 жыл бұрын

Awesome! And thank you!

Thanks for the logical and clear explanations of the system. You did an amazing job!

I bought the internet version the day it was available. Very handy information!

Thankyou. This is exactly what i needed to figure out how solar power can work for me

I'm a slow learner, your videos are great someday i want to go off-grid. thanks a lot...

This young man represent very well! Great Job!!

Thank you so much. You are very good informing viewers. Great job. The best I have seen. 👍

This is what I needed to begin this work....My friend, ty

It's kinda funny because I watched some of your past videos and had no idea you actually knew how to build solar systems. Anyway, thank for this video, you made it so easy that now I feel like I can actually start to build my own (with more research). Also, just picked up your book. If it's in the format as this video I'll thank you advance. Even if it isn't I'll like to support others who actually helped me, even in a small way. Anyway, good luck :D

Great stuff.. Im off to buy the book . Thanks so much for the video. Solar is such an important issue at the moment and the more people who understand and adopt it the better.

Excellent video! Great explanation of everything. Rock on!

Wow... This is excellent,. I will have to watch it a few times to be able to use such a system. Thank you so much. 👏🌺👏🌺👏🌺

Thank you for making this easy to understand! I am looking into living a bit off the grid.

Thanks for making it simple...after mastering the basics..then it will be time to move on....

the best explanation I have ever heard for solar connections and Power thank you very much sir