Ground mount/carport vs shipping container

[scrubjaysnest]

I went the carport route. Mounted each panel with Z brackets made from 1 1/2 x 1/8 thick aluminum angle. So far they have survived 130 mph winds. Some of the trees nearby didn't.

 

[damo green]

I went the carport route. Mounted each panel with Z brackets made from 1 1/2 x 1/8 thick aluminum angle. So far they have survived 130 mph winds. Some of the trees nearby didn't.

Awesome, please post a picture of your structural details. Could be very useful!