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San Antonio

Discussion in 'Texas' started by LostHusker, Feb 14, 2011.

  1. Feb 9, 2019 at 3:58 PM
    Oldie2007

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    A little something every chance we get.
    Oy vey, forgot it doesn't work that way!

    today;

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    last day of "sunshine", 1-29
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  2. Feb 9, 2019 at 4:00 PM
    Oldie2007

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    A little something every chance we get.
    if that is anything like the "glass epoxy" finish from "back in my day", that is hard as hell to brush - and many coats - sanding between each. Hope it is improved!
     
  3. Feb 9, 2019 at 4:04 PM
    Kolunatic

    Kolunatic Broke ass

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    We asked for feedback
     
  4. Feb 9, 2019 at 4:10 PM
    LostHusker

    LostHusker [OP] Just one day at a time

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    How much has this helped with the overall bill, have been wanting to do this for some time but too cheap. I know I could build it myself but have not looked as to where to buy and how to hook up.

    Nope, same method PITA.

    Cool
     
  5. Feb 9, 2019 at 4:17 PM
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    A little something every chance we get.
    It's been real hard to tell SPECIFICALLY, and I need to go to the city to get them to explain the bill, and the meters. But on a GENERAL truth, wife says the Electricity part (usage) has been about $100 per month LESS than last year - $30 per month since October. So, she's not paying that $100. Permitting, old age, and reliable suppliers made me choose the installed route, plus I had the roof replaced, and radiant barrier installed as well. Overall, pretty happy, because I have 6.3 KW of capacity, and you can see the sun isn't in position to generate max this time of year. Come Spring and Summer, that chart will go to PEGGED for 8-12 hours of the day!

    Damn shame. Cause it is PITA

    VERY COOL!
     
  6. Feb 9, 2019 at 4:30 PM
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  7. Feb 9, 2019 at 4:32 PM
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    You have solar on your house oldie?
     
  9. Feb 9, 2019 at 4:33 PM
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  10. Feb 9, 2019 at 4:49 PM
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    A little something every chance we get.
    Patiently waiting for Philly Cheese customs with portabella shrooms, swiss, carmelized white onion (30 min!), homemade Au Jus, and custom mustard. I get some fries and wine too! It looks good on the counter! I make them cheap and traditional, but dang it smells good in there!
     
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  11. Feb 9, 2019 at 4:57 PM
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    Maxtrac spindles Bilstein 5100 adjustable OME 885 coil JBA UCA's Custom leaf pack and Maxtrac extended shocks in the rear. 35x12.5 Atturo Trail blade M/T Moto Metal 18x12 -44 offset wheels.
    I sure am and lovin it
     
  12. Feb 9, 2019 at 4:58 PM
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    I neeedz
     
  13. Feb 9, 2019 at 4:59 PM
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    A little something every chance we get.
    Yes. And I even made a stupid "build" thread that I can't find in "Show us Your Solar" or something. Before I knew most of this crew.
    But here is proof. 17 panels. 6.3 kW capable.

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  14. Feb 9, 2019 at 5:00 PM
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    Maxtrac spindles Bilstein 5100 adjustable OME 885 coil JBA UCA's Custom leaf pack and Maxtrac extended shocks in the rear. 35x12.5 Atturo Trail blade M/T Moto Metal 18x12 -44 offset wheels.
    Pull the trigger and put those stock spindles to rest... just make sure you have the right wheels and tires to clear the beefy ass spindle.... I clear mine by millimeter....
     
  16. Feb 9, 2019 at 5:08 PM
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    Thats gonna be a problem on mine. My wheels are 4.85" backspacing and the bigger spindles call for 4.5" or less. I will likely run a spacer to clear them..
     
  17. Feb 9, 2019 at 5:09 PM
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    Awesome setup. Solar is very cool, i have set up a little of it myself on my truck. Does yours help the electric bill noticeably during the summer?
     
  18. Feb 9, 2019 at 5:20 PM
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    It is humped up here, just hit 65mph winds, total whiteout.
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  19. Feb 9, 2019 at 5:34 PM
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    Oh H*LY SH!T!
     
  20. Feb 9, 2019 at 5:35 PM
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    We have locked all personal down.
     

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