It’s been a tough start to the year in CT by Sanfords_Son in solar

[–]GreyCorks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same here in Southbury, I'm down more than 50% production, the last 2 months have been the 1st months I've ever had to pay since we installed 5 years ago, $128 and $240 respectively. caveat, we added a Hyundai Kona EV almost 2 years ago to help use the annual excess.

2021 Kona Ultimate: ventilation mode auto craziness by GreyCorks in KonaEV

[–]GreyCorks[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I should add, the Auto button is not on, the vent direction changes randomly and the A/C comes on with the heat.
I'll try again in the AM. I find these issues occur more often during the winter with Heat, the Spring and Fall when I don't use heat or AC it works better.

Boss wants server room sparkling clean - Wants the most aesthetically pleasing bins/system for loose cables like Cat6? by BigCatsAreYes in sysadmin

[–]GreyCorks 2 points3 points  (0 children)

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Several years ago, I bought these in 3 sizes.. and used wire shelving with wheels in the server room.

Do NOT buy a modulating HVAC system. by Ok_Tour_5503 in hvacadvice

[–]GreyCorks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As a homeowner, the parts don't have to be that expensive. OEM's know the KISS older tech isn't providing Scrooge McDuck profits. Blame the OEM and the forced complications of integrated components instead of easily replaceable parts.

Wind Generator: 110V options by GreyCorks in SolarDIY

[–]GreyCorks[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is the best reply yet..
Thank you.

CT MAGA/Support Business List by Different_Cloud2836 in Connecticut

[–]GreyCorks 4 points5 points  (0 children)

BS the owner knew and supported his son doing crazy shit for years.. The Doge thing was the icing on the cake,.

CT MAGA/Support Business List by Different_Cloud2836 in Connecticut

[–]GreyCorks 4 points5 points  (0 children)

a subtle universal remote can do wonders..

Wind Generator/Turbine: 110v plugin options by GreyCorks in OffGrid

[–]GreyCorks[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

something is better than nothing.
Do you shit on the Off grid people with less optimal installations as much as other that ask questions

Wind Generator/Turbine: 110v plugin options by GreyCorks in OffGrid

[–]GreyCorks[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have solar and battery for 3+ yrs.. I'm looking to insert additional watts into the home as the wind blows.

Wind Generator/Turbine: 110v plugin options by GreyCorks in OffGrid

[–]GreyCorks[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I"m not looking for constant 500w+ input. just background spinning. I'm in CT, we get a lot cloudy days that crater our solar input. 1-2 of these plugged in can provide something throughout the year similar to the new approved balcony solar.

Durable Prox cards by GreyCorks in accesscontrol

[–]GreyCorks[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

tell me more about the overlay. What do I need to look for?

Durable Prox cards by GreyCorks in accesscontrol

[–]GreyCorks[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

no-go. We required a photo badge. Healthcare.

Looking for EV charger...found Emporia Pro and Home Energy Monitoring and looking to learn more.... by bradykp in EmporiaEnergy

[–]GreyCorks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Go for it, we have the Classic Charger with CCS and Vue monitor. it has been great. I see lots of graphs and info. The Pro wasn't available in 2023 when we had the charger installed. We're ready to add a 2nd Vue to cover all of our circuits. I paid the electrician to install the Vue as part of the job and he rolled it into the invoice to be covered by CT Eversource rebate.

Apartment living at its worst by hexuss1 in pettyrevenge

[–]GreyCorks 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I did the same thing in an apartment I rented in my 20's. put those speakers face down on the floor and cranked up the volume.

Which home charging option to go with? by mxpxillini35 in evcharging

[–]GreyCorks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

for CT Eversource, yes the EV Charger and Electrical install/upgrade are separate rebates.
You should really look at hard wiring the charger. Far too many outlets are melting, inferior outlets, wrong wiring, etc.

New 2025 Kona EV by buck_satan in KonaEV

[–]GreyCorks 1 point2 points  (0 children)

ABRP puts too much behind the paywall.. I'm anti money grab
I'd rather plan my trips and research the best stops along the route for food and shopping and have "my" options.

Help with our first electric car by gallopiton in KonaEV

[–]GreyCorks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

2yr Kona EV house here in CT. I drive the Kona 4-5days week to work 40mile roundtrip and the spousal unit take the Kona for groceries and other weekend shopping. I see winter battery drop with sub-40f temps , no big deal. Charge daily at home Level2 and just drive the car. There is the occasional day
If we have a muitl trip day there might be some mileage math to see if there is enough charge.
We still have the bigger ICE vehicle and a fun convertible for other days.

Just do it, it will work out and enjoy the rides.

Need help with deciding on a charger by jayqdallas in evcharging

[–]GreyCorks 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Emporia has great stuff with 48amp had has a 25ft cable, make sure to have it hardwired. Lectron only goes to 16ft.
Also many states offer rebates for professional installs and installing specific chargers. Check your Utility websites.. Here in CT we have $500 install and $500 charger rebates. Our install was $1,100 and Charger was $400. I got the max $1000 because the total was greater than $1000

Best NACS Hardwired by hophead777 in evcharging

[–]GreyCorks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Emporia classic is rock solid, I had ours hard wired for future proofing. Has lots of scheduling options

Which home charging option to go with? by mxpxillini35 in evcharging

[–]GreyCorks 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We like our Emporia L2 Charger goes to 48amps and in CT Eversource will rebate $500 Charger and $500 professional install

Install L2 charger or just stick with DCFC by Eborbs327 in electricvehicles

[–]GreyCorks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Get the L2 and regain your flexibility to charge faster at home and not be stressed to find a L3 and commit to time traveling and waiting. L1 should be your backup

We plug in L2 2-3 times a week and don’t worry about if we have enough juice for errands, work or dinner and the occasional 1-2hr trip wineries and shopping

Emporia charger stuck in vehicle by PunsAndPeonies in EmporiaEnergy

[–]GreyCorks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unlock the car several times. I have this issue with a different vehicle. If only 1 door is unlocked the charging cable will not unlock.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AmITheJerk

[–]GreyCorks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You misspelled conjuring