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    remanufactured engine WARRANTY - good, mediocre, or bad?

    warranty covers defect in material or workmanship any problem will happen right away not 5 years from now. spending money for longer warranty is useless. motor from wrecking yards if u now how engine should sound or have a mechanic get it for ya its cheap way to go. a wrecked van low miles be...
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    Should a solar setup be wired like this?

    its 5 foot of #10 AWG cable  THHN  that they said is correct for my controller and circuit breakers connection points to battery. from fuse block to item like light i would use finer strand wire. now we can debate circuit breakers over fuse and difference in battery cables :) 50 years as a...
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    Should a solar setup be wired like this?

    its a solar only forum and both have over 2000 posts i am going with what they said. no thin strand for me.
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    Should a solar setup be wired like this?

    http://midniteftp.com/forum/index.php?topic=3588.0
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    Should a solar setup be wired like this?

    recommended for a work truck id say thats mobile.  its 19 strand not solid copper.
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    Should a solar setup be wired like this?

    this is from midnite solar forums. it should be same on any charge controller or clamp type circuit breaker. UL approved wires are thicker strands and y i only use UL approved on all wiring. power terminals on the KID are designed for #10 AWG cable  --  THHN building wire (19 strand).    NOT...
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    Need advice on resealing high top Ford “Explorer” Conversion

    is the gutter after market item or original. its holding water right at seam of van and the top. id remove it or drill holes in it to let water get away fast. the crack in top drill hole at end of crack. sand a v in it and epoxy or fiberglass. sand the seam area. a small bead of EternaBond and...
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    Should a solar setup be wired like this?

    fuses and on off switch and battery mount u be safer. safety is main thing low budget or high dollar. i do have skills and go for perfection. im not rich and in same boat as many here. i almost starved to death . had a stroke lost everything. been dead broke. 8 months no hot water. i just never...
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    InSoFast Insulation

    not a glue expert but id say yes. the space shuttle tile squares were glues on :) cabinet base mounted to floor also so i see no problem. with age comes wisdom and knowledge. youtube assures me i am a genius  :D
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    InSoFast Insulation

    save alot not having to buy wood for studs and save lots of work. 8x12 box u can have alot more solar using sliders. 7x12 cargo trailer with flat top i figure i can do 2000 watts of solar. i found the perfect size panels to do it.
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    Should a solar setup be wired like this?

    fuses are ok but i like midnite solar circuit breakers. i use a midnight solar big baby box. 2 controllers id do 2 baby boxs treat them as separate systems. id change bus bars for Blue Sea Systems ST Blade ATO/ATC Fuse Blocks for smaller items. attwood Battery Tray - The polypropylene hold-down...
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    Should a solar setup be wired like this?

    positive from battery needs fuse and on/off switch. inverter connect to battery and again fuse it. cover battery terminals - battery box with hold downs. not looked at other parts yet . the wiring a rats nest.
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    InSoFast Insulation

    just came across this seems perfect for cargo trailer build. R-8.5 Continuous Insulation Mold-Resistant Studs Electrical Raceways https://www.insofast.com/products/ux-2-insofast-insulation-panel.html
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    Need solar advice for student in minivan

    wisconsin winter even if clothing kept u warm wearing all that stuff will get old fast. using propane makes moisture = mold so u have damp clothing, bedding and mold that can kill ya and need windows down a bit so carbon monoxide does not kill ya. two options i can think of. i would mount on...
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    Which One of These Generators Is The Best

    easy guys i see a generator as a last resort emergency use. first have a solar system sized correctly for needs.
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    WIRING UP 200W DC/AC/12V/TO 700W PUR SINE WAVE INVERTER TO 40AMP INVERTER-ALL RENOGY

    inverter converts 12v dc to 12v ac. microwave, hairblower, electric drill are AC u plug these into inverter. fuse block - hooked to battery so its 12v DC. this is for small items like charging a phone (using dc charger) small 12v dc car fan, 12v dc blanket. heat shrink tubing is way better than...
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    Which One of These Generators Is The Best

    this is my choice.. i own one dual fuel - propane is way better than gas. most repairs are for bad gas yes the owners fault. electric start and dual fuel is hard to find price i can buy 4 for price of a honda. got mine on sale 375.00 :) WEN DF475 4750-Watt 120V/240V Dual Fuel Portable Generator...
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    Tell me what you think.

    tools and equipment, motorcycle, rv section, 2 people thats alot of weight. 1 1/2  or 2 ton with a big motor would be my choice. now u need flooring to hold the weight of tools.
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    Any ideas how to get a vehicle to live in?

    may try local church i new a lady that got a free used car. to do full time living in it and on SSI u better check what they will do. my experience they will cut ya off if ya not follow there rules. SSI thought i had equity in house i gave back to bank when i lost everything and they cut off my...
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    solar system

    for 24 volt u need 24v inverter 4 6v battery to make one bank. with 8 u can do 2 banks for more AH. your choice either way the solar gods are with u getting all that free. 48v to 24v check wiring sizes u need bigger for 24v
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