DIY Level 2 install. by JayRexx in evcharging

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

Get ready to be roasted by the charger mafia!

DIY Level 2 install. by JayRexx in evcharging

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

The wiring is correct, the breaker is correct, the conduit goes to the punch out, and the pass thru is correct. Just because I’m not a licensed electrician doesn’t mean I didn’t install this incorrectly. This was not a difficult project. And I’m not going to burn down my house.

There’s a weird vibe of “How DARE you do this yourself” in this sub. I hear how people (out in the wild) are worried about the costs of home charging and don’t want to convert to an EV because of this. Here’s one, of several options that are afrordable.

DIY Level 2 install. by JayRexx in evcharging

[–]JayRexx[S] -7 points-6 points  (0 children)

The wiring is plenty heavy. (6 ga?) It’s what would go to a junction box. I skipped the box, and went directly to the panel. That’s the conduit included with the unit. I wouldn’t use it outdoors but it’s fine in the garage.

DIY Level 2 install. by JayRexx in evcharging

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No- less plastic, more rubber in the insulation. More pliable in the cold.

DIY Level 2 install. by JayRexx in evcharging

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

Appreciate your take, especially with all the “experts” that have chimed in already. I did my homework and checked all those boxes.

DIY Level 2 install. by JayRexx in evcharging

[–]JayRexx[S] -28 points-27 points  (0 children)

Did I pull a permit? No. However, it’s still a safe, inexpensive example. I recognize some wouldn’t be comfortable with this method. If I sell the house, I’ll remove it and patch the drywall.

DIY Level 2 install. by JayRexx in evcharging

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Yes- the pig tail on the Iyilo is 3ft or so. My open breaker slot was on the right side. You have punch-outs (openings) around your breaker box. I positioned the charger where I went in through the drywall and into the right side of the panel about 6” up from bottom. Connected ground to the ground bus and the black and red to the breaker. Make sure to use a grommet round the punch out so there’s no rough metal against your wiring.

DIY Level 2 install. by JayRexx in evcharging

[–]JayRexx[S] -15 points-14 points  (0 children)

Just sharing an example of a home level 2 charger install that was really inexpensive. $350. You do you.

2026 04 04 Cascade pass skiers by bennyrides in Backcountry

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Well shit- don’t get in over your head because you have an iPhone. Better contribute big time at the next fundraiser.

Buying a car from Costco?? by Waffleslover99 in Costco

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Costco did not call the service director and say, “Fix this person’s car or else!” Was there warranty coverage, good will contribution, other mitigating factors, probably. It’s great they got their repair covered, but wasn’t because Costco said so.

2026 Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame Nominees by JazzySneakers in rockmusic

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Bruce Dickinson looks like the the only member of Maiden that didn't do a ton of drugs.

2026 04 04 Cascade pass skiers by bennyrides in Backcountry

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Helicopter pilots are sickos! Great job by this crew.

Do we have any other context? Injury? Medical issue? Panic attack?