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Old 02-11-2009, 21:11   #1
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Wind / Solar

After criticising solar for years, high initial cost and low power output in real conditions. I want to reassess the position.
I do use a lot of power 100amps a day and I am not prepared to use less.
I like ice in my drinks and a medium size freezer for a choice of food.
I have a 2kva Kipor generator which currently puts out 40 amps/hour and will soon be upgraded to 80 amps and hour. Charging an 600amp/hr AGM battery bank

I realised solar is coming down in price and it very much depends on your cruising grounds. (tropical for me)
AirX wind generators seems popular?
Any comments?

Just by the way I did have a small problem with my Kipor, however the Australian agent fixed it in one day, under warranty. Excellent service.
Which these days is to be recommended.
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