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[a/s] Solar Suggestions
There has been a terrible energy crisis here in San Diego. Some time back
the voters foolishly decided to deregulate gas and electricity
utilities. Power is now a free market commodity and it has shot up 100% to
200% per month.
As a low end user I got out cheap. My electricity bill went up this month
from $26 to $34. I checked with San Diego Gas & Electric and found that
the minimum monthly cost to keep a meter on my Airstream is only $5 per month.
So I have somewhere around $30 per month to install a solar system. I am
looking for the best solution for a vintage Airstream. Would prefer a
flexible panel to blend with contour of the coach. Wondering how many
batteries to have for my TV, microwave, computer, Dirt Devil vacuum and
small A/C load. My current DC load is very manageable for lighting and fans.
I would love to hear from any of you that has had a Solar experience.
Thanks,
Bob
http://MrMinimal.com