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Discussion in 'Off Grid Living' started by wpmasterdesign, Apr 2, 2017.


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  1. wpmasterdesign

    wpmasterdesign Monkey

    I think you guys have saved me a lot of money and headache. I am still going with small modular setups, but with the advice I have gotten from ya'll, I think I will be able to do it in a much smarter way and without busting my budget too much. I have been able to change a few things in other areas so I can put more into my solar. I have been able to double my budget to $600/mo.
    Thank you all so very much for the great advice and I am sorry if I sounded like I was arguing with anyone's advice. I was merely trying to learn all possible options.
    Thanks again!
     
    wpmasterdesign, Apr 25, 2017
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  2. BTPost

    BTPost Stumpy Old Fart,Deadman Walking, Snow Monkey Moderator

    That is what we do, for our fellow Monkeys... and you are entirely welcome.....
     
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  3. Cruisin Sloth

    Cruisin Sloth Special & Slow

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