sauss06 Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 They are expensive but simple to use. If you do get one make sure you get a minimum 4k watts. Enough to keep a fridge and icebox cold AND run a 60" plasma with home theater + wifi for all the gadgets. They are as simple as pulling a cord and plugging in extension cords. I run a cord to my favorite neighbor's house too so they can alternate between my Beer Meister and TV too. Just avoid things like hairdryers, space heaters, and toaster/microwaves and you would be surprised at how much you can juice up with little problems. I have a big family so I have a dedicated icebox with literally $1k worth of meat in it. I couldn't stand the stress anymore. Too much at stake. I tried dry ice a couple times but it sucked. Now that I have juice I couldn't imagine Pepco life without one. fixed yeah, generators are very simple really. like bob said, you need to stay focused on the priorities of having one. edit to add- If you go buy a generator, make sure you have a Fire Extinguisher. ABC Multi-class, good for most in or around your home! and while i'm at it, y'all better make sure your smoke dectors work too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonjon Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 Is 80" the threshold? What if you only got 40"? 2 hour delay? Nope, gotta be 80". Otherwise those pansies better get to work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Chill Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 fixed Hah! One of the key supplies for any power outage is a pile of beer. I like mine on ice during outages. Just park the big azz coleman next to the couch with a 30 pack or two and enjoy life. In a weird way my family enjoys power outages. We just all hang together and goof off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattie g Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 They are expensive but simple to use. If you do get one make sure you get a minimum 4k watts. Enough to keep a fridge and icebox cold AND run a 60" plasma with home theater + wifi for all the gadgets. They are as simple as pulling a cord and plugging in extension cords. I run a cord to my favorite neighbor's house too so they can alternate between fridge and TV too. Just avoid things like hairdryers, space heaters, and toaster/microwaves and you would be surprised at how much you can juice up with little problems. I have a big family so I have a dedicated icebox with literally $1k worth of meat in it. I couldn't stand the stress anymore. Too much at stake. I tried dry ice a couple times but it sucked. Now that I have juice I couldn't imagine Pepco life without one. I know they usually have a plug or two on them, but I wasn't sure how to connect everything to it. Do you just run a heavy duty extension cord from it and connect the cord to a power strip? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 TWC showed the Euro and talked about millions without power. At least it won't be 100 afterwards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sauss06 Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 Hah! One of the key supplies for any power outage is a pile of beer. I like mine on ice during outages. Just park the big azz coleman next to the couch with a 30 pack or two and enjoy life. In a weird way my family enjoys power outages. We just all hang together and goof off. lol, mine too. My sister lives next door and my nephews and their families within a couple blocks. During Irene, we had a huge ass gathering in our garage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stormtracker Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 Nope, gotta be 80". Otherwise those pansies better get to work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 You might be able to make some money by getting a bunch of hotel rooms then selling for double when there is a crunch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stormtracker Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 TWC showed the Euro and talked about millions without power. At least it won't be 100 afterwards. What will you do after the Apocalypse? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mappy Posted October 25, 2012 Author Share Posted October 25, 2012 It's amazing what imminent parenthood can do to your outlook on life! I know. Thankfully, my boss understood and I can work from home so that helps Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokeybandit Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 Generator buying guide: http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.html/ref=amb_link_362846262_3?ie=UTF8&docId=1000422531&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=hero-quick-promo&pf_rd_r=1RZXGX1E0QGR53SMHN9F&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_p=1365080282&pf_rd_i=B001RCTD8K I bought one last year for Lee/Irene when I was having window well flooding issues. Of course, as luck would have it, we lost power for a grand total of 1 hour. Which kind of irked me because I didn't get as good of a generator as I'd want since my shipping options were slim that late in the game (and all the local stores were sold out). Then again, I only lost power for an hour so I guess I shouldn't complain Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Cherry's Jacket Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 I know they usually have a plug or two on them, but I wasn't sure how to connect everything to it. Do you just run a heavy duty extension cord from it and connect the cord to a power strip? Extension cords, or some people have an electrician set up a bypass system so they can use one plug to handle the essentials. Useful if you are going to try and keep the furnace going. My neighbor got one of those whole house systems. Loud and obnoxious, but it works. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stormtracker Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 You might be able to make some money by getting a bunch of hotel rooms then selling for double when there is a crunch. My basement studio is like a hardened bunker. You're welcome to come stay with me. We could cuddle and watch movies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Chill Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 I know they usually have a plug or two on them, but I wasn't sure how to connect everything to it. Do you just run a heavy duty extension cord from it and connect the cord to a power strip? Yep, it's that simple. Most generators have a minimum of 2 plugs. Just divide up the juice. The generator will tell you when you are hitting it too hard. It bogs a bit and can throw the breaker. Just press the button and unplug something. An easy way to think about it is having one live 2 plug wall outlet when everything else is down. Generators are idiot proof too. You can't do anything wrong...well, unless you are such an idiot that you set it up in your family room... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mappy Posted October 25, 2012 Author Share Posted October 25, 2012 My basement studio is like a hardened bunker. You're welcome to come stay with me. We could cuddle and watch movies. Awwww Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stormtracker Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 You know it's serious business when Don Cherry's Jacket shows up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sauss06 Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 I know they usually have a plug or two on them, but I wasn't sure how to connect everything to it. Do you just run a heavy duty extension cord from it and connect the cord to a power strip? run the cord from the appliance right to the generator. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellinwood Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 Anyone have suggestions for places to stay in/near Deep Creek Lake? Strongly considering that area for Sun-Tue snow chase. My boss recommended the Suites at Silver Tree. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Cherry's Jacket Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 You know it's serious business with Don Cherry's Jacket shows up. Ha. I'm here more than you think. I just don't post that much; I just read. Hope you are well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Chill Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 I can easily juice my fridge and icebox with one of the outlets and use the other one for entertainment and a couple lights. And charging the zillion gadgets we all have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sauss06 Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 My basement studio is like a hardened bunker. You're welcome to come stay with me. We could cuddle and watch movies. This just made me laughed really hard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WxUSAF Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 Underground power FTMFW. Power never flickered during Irene, Feb 2010 or the derecho. Lost power for about 4 hours back in that day of strong storms in early June. Longest in 3 years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mappy Posted October 25, 2012 Author Share Posted October 25, 2012 This just made me laughed really hard Nah, randy has been trying to get into Ian's pants for years Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 What will you do after the Apocalypse? I'm not sure we should expect an after. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fozz Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 Anyone have suggestions for places to stay in/near Deep Creek Lake? Strongly considering that area for Sun-Tue snow chase. My boss recommended the Suites at Silver Tree. Please do catch lots of pics Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stormtracker Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 Nah, randy has been trying to get into Ian's pants for years Here's something I didn't know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sauss06 Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 I’m fortunate where I live, across the street from the firehouse. They find it important that the station has power..bastards. the longest I have gone without is about 16 hours Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mappy Posted October 25, 2012 Author Share Posted October 25, 2012 Here's something I didn't know. lol sorry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
needbiggerboat Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 Underground power FTMFW. Power never flickered during Irene, Feb 2010 or the derecho. Lost power for about 4 hours back in that day of strong storms in early June. Longest in 3 years. Underground power here and el derecho snuffed it out for 16 hours...YMMV I suppose. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Chill Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 Underground power FTMFW. Power never flickered during Irene, Feb 2010 or the derecho. Lost power for about 4 hours back in that day of strong storms in early June. Longest in 3 years. Euro verbatim shows your substation having 3 100' trees fall on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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