> Instead of a second battery, has anyone tried any solar panels?

Typically it would not be an 'instead' option. The solar panels generate
electricity, but the electricity needs to be stored some place... the 2nd
battery (hopefully your starter battery is charged and ready to start the
van... )

But to answer your question... yes, a few of us have. We had a discussion on
this a few weeks ago... you might want to consult the archives.

Bill
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