[CaptJohn]

Originally Posted by jimbo2012

the height is not an an issue I would think, it's less than 2-3".

How much clearance is in there?

The cost of this 195 watt panel & control is about $900, it will install easy, 4 bolts panel to roof no mods needed.

Then mount control & wire to battery bank I think It would take less than an hour.

Jimbo, just found this thread. Sorry I was late! I'm very much into solar, as part of my house runs on it. I self installed it and have been interested in adapting cars and carts but have not had the time until lately.
I think your acquisition cost is way too high as panels have come down lately. I have 120w Kyocera panels that only cost 500 each (retail 750) about 5 years ago. I need to check (and will and get back to you) but I would think a panel over 200w would only be about 350-400 now. Also a controller MAY not be necessary based on the use. I do have one of the most expensive controllers (Outback) on my house though, so understand their need.