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Video:HEAT WATER OFF GRID USING SOLAR POWER (PHOTOVOLTAICS)

I know people have asked questions about using Solar excess to heat hot water. Here is a video from a YouTube channel I follow that talks a…

Started by Raymond Dias

2 May 11
Reply by Bill K

Modified HF Inverter/External Fuses

I was disgusted that the HF inverter had safety fuses that were not easily replaceable. Well, bite the bullet and de-solder and replace....…

Started by Thomas Matica

2 May 8
Reply by Big Moe

Reducing Power Usage

When we first started this forum a big part of the discussion seemed to be about reducing power usage. I want to take us back there not jus…

Started by Renewable Ray

31 Mar 3
Reply by Renewable Ray

Making a cheap timer

     I have two 50-watt solar panels up, in the DC part of my system.  I was thinking about putting in a timer to control the outdoor light…

Started by Denise McCracken

30 Nov 22, 2012
Reply by Kelly Wilcox

Solar panel mounting angle

Hello, Guys, I am sure this has been discussed before.  I am taking the lazy approach of asking this question, rather going through pages a…

Started by Luby Missov

14 Nov 17, 2012
Reply by Robert DeMartino

Using Thunderbolt Frame for DM 145w panels.. mods with pictures..

Since I got 8 panels and am pretty low on funds I decided to try something. I found HF sells Thunderbolt Magnum Solar panel frames for $10…

Started by B. Kelly

2 Sep 11, 2012
Reply by george appel

Everstart 24DP-4 (dual purpose / hybrid) discontinued at Walmart

I've had these, for 2 years now no problems. They are not true deep cycle batteries. I don't abuse them. Went to price another to expand th…

Started by John J.

3 Sep 10, 2012
Reply by Steve Brown

Bargain Heavy Gauge Wire

I mentioned this in one of the general discussion threads, but think it bears repeating here. Watch for sales at chain auto parts stores, W…

Started by Jim

16 Sep 3, 2012
Reply by Scott Backer

Grounding DC solar equipment

I am finishing up my HF solar system and I need to ground my equipment. I have a copper water pipe nearby and I am thinking of grounding to…

Started by Frank S.

2 Aug 15, 2012
Reply by Frank S.

Stick Vacuum cleaner - 400 watt inverter

Not to long ago I quickly discovered a small inverter doesn't have the nads to run a regular size vacuum cleaner. And the 18v battery opera…

Started by John J.

0 Aug 8, 2012

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