Forum: Appliances & Gadgets
03-16-24, 04:29 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 30,528
Seems it would be great for emergencies. Hope...
Seems it would be great for emergencies. Hope this or something like it catches on and can be implemented. Maybe with people that have solar to keep it powered up? (voluntary of course)
I admit...
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Forum: Appliances & Gadgets
03-16-24, 04:24 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 55,724
Along these lines I thought of a central duct...
Along these lines I thought of a central duct with a fan pushing cooler basement air up and another fan pushing warm attic air down. (adding to heat or cool the main floor)
Then I though about a...
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Forum: Energy Storage
11-19-23, 09:50 AM
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Replies: 34
Views: 175,171
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Forum: Conservation
10-03-23, 12:55 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 62,575
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Forum: Conservation
10-02-23, 03:44 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 62,575
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Forum: Energy Storage
08-11-23, 06:15 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 24,294
Sure, that's what I'm doing. I bought a deep...
Sure, that's what I'm doing. I bought a deep cycle battery and a 2000 watt inverter. At first I used the old battery from my truck to see how it worked out. Its great really, I can do a lot of things...
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Forum: Energy Storage
08-05-23, 06:22 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 24,294
Could be back-up power with an inverter. You'll...
Could be back-up power with an inverter. You'll need to use them occasionally which could be as easy as charging phones, power tools any other light usage power needs. You'll get an idea of how long...
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Forum: Other Improvements
07-30-23, 02:24 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 44,252
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Forum: Renovations & New Construction
07-30-23, 01:59 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 15,329
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Forum: Conservation
07-05-23, 02:05 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 44,504
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Forum: Conservation
05-30-23, 06:00 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 64,167
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Forum: Appliances & Gadgets
05-30-23, 01:13 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 43,884
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Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps
05-30-23, 01:10 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 20,014
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Forum: Conservation
05-30-23, 01:03 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 64,167
Is it possible the manufacturer has updated or...
Is it possible the manufacturer has updated or different firmware for milder climate areas?
Or a hidden method to change that setting? Maybe they could help us (you) understand why its set where it...
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Forum: Appliances & Gadgets
02-01-23, 06:47 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 43,884
I'll probably never get the same but if I can...
I'll probably never get the same but if I can recover the initial cost of the electric by reducing gas consumption I'd be happy. (even without solar) Still I would have to chase off peak to get the...
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Forum: Appliances & Gadgets
01-27-23, 12:04 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 43,884
hot water heating partial eco solution
I'd like to add an electric "boost" to my gas water heating loop. That way I can turn the temp down on the main gas unit and heat as needed by an electric point of use unit. (or other type)
Can I...
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Forum: Lawn and Garden
10-25-22, 03:08 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 119,692
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Forum: Other Improvements
09-30-22, 12:19 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 17,695
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Forum: Appliances & Gadgets
08-28-22, 06:44 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 58,967
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Forum: Appliances & Gadgets
08-28-22, 06:34 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 58,967
I think the "Mason-Dixon" reference regarding...
I think the "Mason-Dixon" reference regarding solar viability is 'kaput'. I am in Michigan, well north of that silly reference (as far as this subject).
The Siemens meter connection is a good...
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Forum: Appliances & Gadgets
08-28-22, 03:35 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 58,967
In our area the utilities cannot be trusted to...
In our area the utilities cannot be trusted to use this type of control fairly. They will try to gain as many dollars from it and try to tilt the solar promise toward that.
Until they are brought...
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Forum: For Sale / Trade / Wanted / Web Finds
05-30-22, 06:40 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 50,322
Freecycle
Not sure if its everywhere but I have found Freecycle to be a good resource. I have been able to do a lot of things there. (mainly stuff I give away)
freecycle.org
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Forum: Appliances & Gadgets
05-27-22, 08:49 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 31,094
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Forum: Appliances & Gadgets
05-26-22, 05:56 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 31,094
Please think very small flow rate. The air...
Please think very small flow rate. The air pressure is from an aquarium pump. Pressurizing a small vessel with ice and water, then flowing to a loop and returning. The check is to prevent flow to...
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Forum: Appliances & Gadgets
05-22-22, 05:18 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 31,094
using pressure to circulate water
I want to circulate water by using air pressure. Imagine a vessel with air in and water out, the water then returns to the same vessel.
I know it takes a check valve but it might need to be very...
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