2026-08-12 16:40
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Mesh Projects

Mesh PVC Node

Dual Repeater

• Add MPPT
• Add additional batteries
• Add additional antenna and radio.
• Complete wiring, and testing.
• Backup all keys and passwords prior to mounting.
• Add pulleys and ropes into the tree

Observer

• Locate documentation for Gulf Coast Mesh
• Gather docs for Meshmapper
• Print basic enclosure for 1 battery and a heltec.
• Set up and confirm proper function
• Install on top of the bookshelf
• Ultimately this was incorporated into the node in the backyard.

T-deck Mods

• Install launcher with meshtastic and wadamesh (had issues with touchscreen revisit later)
• Find or design a new case that holds the N type panel mount connector
• Purchase zbm2 antenna
• Research external wifi mod.
• purchase new esp32 with external wifi.
• Research and purchase hot air soldering station

Grumpyboard PVC Node

• Receive Grumpyboard
• Order Rokland 10 dbi antenna
• Design and print sled to hold it.
• Put together.

Car node

• pick design
• Solar or not?
• Battery type?
• Heltec
• Alfa antenna.
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References

Waveshare MPPT Solar Power Manager 3A