My C-30 w/Holmes wrecker adventure

[D.B]

That is one way to fix things. I also like rivet nuts and use them whenever I can. I have not seen the Handee Clamp or the handheld nibbler before. Those are some cool and interesting tools. Thanks for sharing photos of your work. We all like photos.

[jhe.1973]

Thanks Darrell for viewing and taking the time to respond! I've been impressed with several of your posts and the perspective you provide.

[jhe.1973]

Originally Posted by 54blackhornet

Jim your work ethic is commendable ! I can tell that you don’t do anything half you know what ! What’s your plan for the generator ? I have lived off grid for the last 32 years in Eastern Oregon. Your unit looks like it would power a small city. Thanks for sharing your skills, you should consider offering your services to the local trade school. Not many left that could teach the younger generation a thing or two…Jack

Hello Jack,

Thanks viewing this thread and for the nice words!

The generator is for a hoped for move to a more rural area where I will use it for a backup for a solar system that I also acquired.

Congratulations for living off grid for as long as you have. Before moving to Arizona we lived in the Appalachian mountains for 9 years and were going the self-sufficient route as much as possible.

Once out here in AZ I taught at a motorcycle school for a few rotations (mini semesters) and enjoyed the teaching aspect a lot. Unfortunately the detractors were right in that it was a diploma mill and not too concerned with education.

The genset I posted a picture of in #37 definitely could power a small city/town. Mine would easily power my entire shop cuz I'm a sole-proprietor. If I don't use my TIG welder on high it would probably work for that too. Just don't open the refrigerator and have the light come on!

[jhe.1973]

OOOOPS!

I forgot to include this photo when the wiring and switch was finished. It was just starting to get dark too: