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1. by runescapenoobguides, on January 10 2009 @ 9:23 pm

   

   but dont u get …
   but dont u get something like a power bill?

2. by jesslessthemess, on January 10 2009 @ 9:23 pm

   

   great set up IF …
   great set up IF your bat’s are at 94%, then looks like an extra inverter would do you just fine. Nothing’s going to pull more than 20amps at 120ac, so a 2000 watt inverter will work well. I’ve been staring at the gas generator in the corner of the shop and thinking about stealing it’s inverter.

3. by idontknow307, on January 10 2009 @ 9:23 pm

   

   Do you know of any …
   Do you know of any cheaper versions of your Tri Metric 2020 meter? Something that’s similar, but is around 50 or 60 dollars.

   BTW, thats a really sweet setup…props!

4. by fencekid, on January 10 2009 @ 9:23 pm

   

   Yes. I’m still …
   Yes. I’m still hooked to the grid (far from being off it) and pay my monthly bill.

5. by jimmydreams, on January 10 2009 @ 9:23 pm

   

   the install …
   the install documentation for my system is at w(cubed) jjhamilton (dot) com slash solar

6. by jimmydreams, on January 10 2009 @ 9:23 pm

   

   Nice! I’m going …
   Nice! I’m going whole-hog and putting up a large PV array on my house. I’m putting up a web site which documents the install, etc. ‘

   If you want to check it out, it’s at:

7. by fencekid, on January 10 2009 @ 9:23 pm

   

   you pay one-time …
   you pay one-time for your equipment, which you own. the energy you harness from the sun with that equipment is free. These panels have a 25 yr warranty.

8. by fencekid, on January 10 2009 @ 9:23 pm

   

   80 watt solar panel …
   80 watt solar panel = $475 each
   Sky Blue 3 stage charge controller with mppt technology = $166
   6 volt golf cart battery = $230 per set
   Tri Metric 2020 meter = $140
   500 amp shunt = $20
   1000 watt inverter = $75
   Disconnect box = $10
   So after some wire and shipping it’s pushing $1850. I know that buys allot of electricity, but for me it’s not about saving money on my power bill. It’s about becoming energy independent. Not being at the mercy of the grid = priceless.

9. by liam101300, on January 10 2009 @ 9:23 pm

   

   hey that is a nice …
   hey that is a nice set up.
   may i ask how much all that cost?
   thank you.

10. by runescapenoobguides, on January 10 2009 @ 9:23 pm

    

    if i buy a solar …
    if i buy a solar panel system then will i still get a bill or is it a one-time fee??

11. by fencekid, on January 10 2009 @ 9:23 pm

    

    The panel name is …
    The panel name is Eliminator made by Motomaster. I had never heard of them either. A local dealer here in Utah sells them. They are designed for cabins and RVs. Max rating for each panel is 5.3 amps, but after it rains and the air is clear, i have seen these panels together reach 12 amps!

12. by cizco127, on January 10 2009 @ 9:23 pm

    

    where can i get …
    where can i get these panels

13. by 1kings1918, on January 10 2009 @ 9:23 pm

    

    I too think you …
    I too think you have a nice video. I’ve got a 70 watt panel and was trying to make a decision on the Controller. The extra bucks for the MPPT seems to be the way to go. Have you thought about 24v to extend distance and/or reduce wire size needed?

14. by fencekid, on January 10 2009 @ 9:23 pm

    

    Thanx, so far I …
    Thanx, so far I love it. As long as your bank is in a well ventilated area,you should be alright. I keep mine in the house in the laundry room, as close to the panels as possible. If you can keep your bank warm, this will help maximize performance and longevity. banks that are exposed to freezing temps aren’t as efficient and will need to be replaced sooner. The shorter your wires the better.

15. by belairhotrod, on January 10 2009 @ 9:23 pm

    

    The best …
    The best information on here so far, I just started mine and I will stay in touch. Very nice setup thanks.
    Does the Bank need to be outside(Garage)?

16. by 12643, on January 10 2009 @ 9:23 pm

    

    yup same here . I …
    yup same here . I watched quite a few more. I went out bought a 30W Solar panel, solar charger, inverter and car battery. Its working good. Just now got to get it on my roof.

17. by fencekid, on January 10 2009 @ 9:23 pm

    

    picked it up online …
    picked it up online. just google it, you should get there

18. by fencekid, on January 10 2009 @ 9:23 pm

    

    i got most my info …
    i got most my info from utube vids

19. by 12643, on January 10 2009 @ 9:23 pm

    

    Was there a website …
    Was there a website you visited with a manual to set one of these up?
    thanks.

20. by Angelolalli, on January 10 2009 @ 9:23 pm

    

    nice vid .where did …
    nice vid .where did you get your blue sky controler? i live in Canada

21. by marsL001, on January 10 2009 @ 9:23 pm

    

    dude, i love ur …
    dude, i love ur system
    80!! watts pr panel?? at 8.2 amps???
    whooauwza man
    nice vid
    *****

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