In this final part of the generator series, I conclude with what works and what we are using today. Last time we reviewed the old Onan unit that was great ( may it rest in peace). Ok, so the moment everyone's been waiting for: What have I settled on for a decent, reliable generator ...
Monthly Archives: November 2009
Small Generator Review and Experience [2]
In this series I review our generator experience of the last ten years. We've had a string of small generators, some worked well, others didn't. In part 1, we looked at the first Generac unit and a high rpm diesel unit. The Old Onan RV generator Well, after the cheap Diesel generator, I was ready for ...
Small Generator Review and Experience [1]
Living off grid now for 10 years, I have work my way through many different backup generators to keep the home running through the dark cold winters in north central Washington state. In this series I'll will go through the experience we've had with multiple low cost units (3500W - 8000W) and many long hours ...
Quick Refrigerator tip #2 and #3
Keeping a refrigerator in an off grid enviroment is a challenge and expense. In this series, we cover our experience with several units. Refrigerator Tip *1 reviewed our experience with our first off grid electric unit. For your off grid home, a refrigerator is a wonderful luxury to have. Unfortunately, the power comsumption is ...
Quick refrigerator tip #1
If you have a medium size off grid power budget, there is some good news in the refrigerator department. (more on creating your power budget). Traditionally, we used a small propane refrigerator that was a pain. It was only 8 cubic feet in size. The pilot light would go yellow and
Free Power is great! But …
Blustery day It was one of those windy nights we see in the fall. One where you hear those 'extra' noises outside; house creaks, things falling over, and other noises that make you want to pull the covers over your head and wait till morning. Living in the Cascade mountains at 3,000 feet, we get our ...
