Re: [RE-wrenches] New NABCEP Executive Director

2009-06-10 Thread robert ellison
Congrats Ezra, welcome to "lightning Rod" status. Best, Bob On Tue, Jun 9, 2009 at 7:00 PM, Brian Teitelbaum wrote: > Well...there goes the neighborhood! > > Congrats Ezra! > > Good thing that "NA..." stands for North American... > > Brian T > AEE Solar > > > > -Original Message- > From:

Re: [RE-wrenches] nabcep executive director

2009-06-10 Thread tump
Kinda funny eh? Sent via BlackBerry by AT&T -Original Message- From: boB Gudgel Date: Tue, 09 Jun 2009 23:42:10 To: RE-wrenches Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] nabcep executive director paul wilkins wrote: > congratulations, ezra Gee... I thought Ezra ~WAS~ already the head of all NAPCEP

Re: [RE-wrenches] nabcep executive director

2009-06-10 Thread Geoff Greenfield
Attention all wrenches! I just had lunch with Ezra and am pleased to confirm that this incredible power concentrated in the hands of one man has NOT gone to his head. I am confident that NABCEP will continue to fulfill it's important role as our industry evolves. Congrsts. For a brighter en

[RE-wrenches] Propane Generator

2009-06-10 Thread Ian Woofenden
A client with a remote off-grid system and two OutBack FXs is looking for the right generator to buy. He prefers propane because they already have it on site. Any recommendations? Thanks, Ian -- Ian Woofenden , Senior Editor, Home Power magazine Subscriptions: $24.95 per year PO Box 520, As

Re: [RE-wrenches] Propane Generator

2009-06-10 Thread David Palumbo
Kohler -Original Message- From: re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of Ian Woofenden Sent: Wednesday, June 10, 2009 2:56 PM To: re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Subject: [RE-wrenches] Propane Generator A client with a re

Re: [RE-wrenches] Propane Generator

2009-06-10 Thread a karnitz
I prefer the Kohler or Onan propane generators, depending on size and budget.  Wiring and setting up the auto gen. start with the Outback is easy and only requires a $10 relay.  Make sure the gen. is set up for propane and not natural gas. Andy Karnitz NABCEP Certified PV Installer Blue Sk

Re: [RE-wrenches] Propane Generator

2009-06-10 Thread Richard L Ratico
Ian, I like Kohler too, but, last time I checked, you needed at least the 15KW model to get an enclosure, 1800 rpms and an onboard alternator. The Backwoods Solar Catalog recommends the Kohler 10ERG. It may not be available with an enclosure. According to them, it's classified as mobile, so,

Re: [RE-wrenches] Propane Generator

2009-06-10 Thread Jennifer Bryce
Hi Ian I know your looking for a LP unit but if a diesel unit will work, we only use Kubota 1800 rpm units from Next- Gen. http://www.nextgenerationpower.com/ Outstanding unit with high quality power. Logan On Jun 10, 2009, at 2:54-Jun 10, Richard L Ratico wrote: Ian, I like Kohler

Re: [RE-wrenches] Propane Generator

2009-06-10 Thread Matt Tritt
I will chime in here and say that Kohler requires that an "authorized" Kohler technician install and commission thier units - or warranty claims will be for naught. Naught good! Lister is great, but the little 7 kW unit vibrates harshly. Onan is also great, but they use the Lister engine themse

Re: [RE-wrenches] Propane Generator

2009-06-10 Thread roger dixon
I use a military surplus 15 kW gasoline genset, converted to propane, and wired to an ATS for emergency backup power. I am grid connected, no batteries. It works fine and runs my entire house when I need it. If you want more details, please give me a call. Roger Dixon Certified Wind Site Assess

Re: [RE-wrenches] Propane Generator

2009-06-10 Thread Dana
We use both ONAN & KOHLER. Last time I checked ONAN's smallest was 20KW/240 VAC. KOHLER had more smaller units. The lack of choice is due to EPA compliance and then I think the economy, but not sure on the latter. If it does not get too cold or could be installed indoors [as in a shed] diesel gets

Re: [RE-wrenches] New NABCEP Executive Director

2009-06-10 Thread Andrew Truitt
Congrats Ezra! We'll do our best not to mine you for the latest NABCEP gossip. Andrew Truitt Standard Solar On Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 6:36 AM, robert ellison wrote: > Congrats Ezra, welcome to "lightning Rod" status. > > Best, > Bob > > On Tue, Jun 9, 2009 at 7:00 PM, Brian Teitelbaum > wrot