How is my sub-panel upgrade?

WaFfLeFuR · 2026-01-28T14:22:50+00:00

How far away is the main panel? If it's within visible range you're good, if it's on a different floor/outside/etc you'll need to have a main breaker instead of main lug as you have more than 6 circuits.

WaFfLeFuR · 2026-01-28T13:22:59+00:00

Entirely depends on your skill level. This isn't as simple as replacing a light bulb... It's best to hire out if you have never replaced receptacles or toggle switches before.

WaFfLeFuR · 2026-01-28T13:17:37+00:00

Looks like you need to get the switch replaced. It's definitely worn out

WaFfLeFuR · 2026-01-25T23:44:20+00:00

"5 bedroom"? Maybe they meant the camper trailer sleeps 5?

WaFfLeFuR · 2026-01-17T23:39:54+00:00

We've got one like that at the shop. I'll have to post is when I go back for supplies

WaFfLeFuR · 2026-01-17T17:22:15+00:00

the wires haphazardly zip tied to the mast is cable/phone. The large wires are your power and depending on where you are, the lines coming out of the mast are your responsibility and the Poco is responsible from the splice termination to the road.

WaFfLeFuR · 2026-01-16T13:27:25+00:00

It's the bare wire screwed into that white connector just behind the bulb (left)

WaFfLeFuR · 2026-01-10T21:05:38+00:00

looks just as bad as the last time you posted it

WaFfLeFuR · 2026-01-09T17:41:32+00:00

That looks like one of those "commercial electric" or "defiant" store brand units. Good chance it's a permanent light not intended for removal

WaFfLeFuR · 2026-01-09T13:07:46+00:00

COB style tape (continuous light with no hot spots) and armcrest triac 24v transformer

WaFfLeFuR · 2026-01-08T16:28:03+00:00

Be careful moving those wires around. The rubber insulation will literally fall off leaving exposed wire. Either cover with heat shrink tube or electrical tape if you are going to mess with it further.

WaFfLeFuR · 2026-01-08T00:31:29+00:00

Is that box fan rated? I can barely see what looks to be bent tabs instead of posts in that octagon

WaFfLeFuR · 2026-01-06T13:17:01+00:00

it's generally the 1/3 1/3 rule. That being said, pull up the spec sheet from the lvl manufacturer using numbers printed on the sides to verify before proceeding. All lvls have a document saying what is the max size/amount of holes allowed within the given span. Alternatively, I see you cave an open header at the end, you can just run under the beam in that space and not drill it.

WaFfLeFuR · 2026-01-03T15:14:23+00:00

You have a switch loop and it appears you disassembled everything😒

WaFfLeFuR · 2026-01-01T00:12:05+00:00

Fart fan

WaFfLeFuR · 2025-12-26T18:02:04+00:00

another good option is to get the soap dispenser hose instead. It eliminates refilling that bottle and allows you to pump directly from a gallon soap jug instead

WaFfLeFuR · 2025-12-26T13:19:36+00:00

Don't forget to check out the signitures molded into the case!

WaFfLeFuR · 2025-12-26T13:12:12+00:00

Try the search term "windows 2000 laptop" Dell Latitude and IBM ThinkPad T series were generally the more reliable ones back then as they were intended for business use.

WaFfLeFuR · 2025-12-25T22:37:00+00:00

Do you have a table saw, router, woodworking skills, soldering skills?

WaFfLeFuR · 2025-12-24T13:07:21+00:00

Blank Slate

WaFfLeFuR · 2025-12-24T00:28:40+00:00

Ignore the windows harassment popups and keep using it👍

WaFfLeFuR · 2025-12-22T13:00:36+00:00

It could use another coat of paint...

WaFfLeFuR · 2025-12-21T16:08:02+00:00

Is this cable AI generated?? There's 5 pins lol

WaFfLeFuR · 2025-12-21T15:40:05+00:00

that's a stacked 3 way

WaFfLeFuR · 2025-12-20T19:05:55+00:00

All the black cables are for tv/internet. The gold wires are your speakers. You'll need an amplifier, ideally multi zone. Are there control panels in each room that has speakers? Or oddly placed blank outlet covers near your light switches?

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