99% are used for both. They will say CU/AL if thet will take either

Ok, First off and the MOST important thing is- YOU are not comfortable with the "Electricians" work. Now let's get you in a better position for the next one that will make you feel warm and fuzzy inside. :) 1. GFCI Receptices wasn't required in bathrooms till 1975 NEC. (It takes a while fo...

If it's a newer home with copper wiring, I would ask what gauge it is or ask another qualified person to look at it. Maybe ask another electrician for a quote on the GFCI's and have them look at the switches while he's there..Most will give free estimates and recommendations. I don't guess you snapp...

When you say thicker wire, is it aluminum or copper? Why do you ask? In Older Mobile Homes and Houses that were wired in aluminum you have to upsize the wire for the ampacity. 12 gauge aluminum (thicker) is rated for 15 amps, where 14 gauge copper (thinner) is rated for 15 amps. Now, 15 amp circuits...

:lol: It is hard to explain how to figure out what size generator someone would want/need to run durring an outage. Plus take in the factor how much someone would want to spend. My example wasn't inteded to be used as a guide to connect a generator. I took the cover all of getting a professional to ...

My proof is in the math. 30 + 30 = 60 Where did I say what size breaker to use?

I did NOT give an example of how to connect it. I said to get a professional to do it.

You apparently know how to do this BUT you didn't fully read what I wrote.

I was not incorrect. I gave the example for 120 amp devices. So, 8000 divided by 120 would be 66.666. THEN I gave an example for what I did durring the April 27th storms WITHOUT calculations for the waterheater.

Would making a ramp be an option? Just a thought.

Sevin dust will be the best bet. Maybe someone has a chem free idea. Good luck!

Thanks JD, our water heater would hold hot water for 2 days, enough for quick showers.

It's all about the math and timing when running a portable generator. They can bring some normalcy back durring an emergency situation. Also keep in mind that they run more efficent under max load.

Here's an example for you. If you buy a 8000kw generator. ($800 model at lowes) Take the 8000 and devide it by 120V (normal appliance/lighting power) You will get 66.6 something AMPS. this is under max running load. One 60 watt light bulb pulls .5 amps Read back of appliances to see what they pull a...

No thanks.

Hi all,

I have a Coleman EB17B that the bearings are squeeking in. The numbers on the motor is GE 5KCP39KG.

Any idea where I can find a motor for this at a reasonable price??

Thanks!


Carl