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Old 10-08-2017, 06:48 PM   #37 (permalink)
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When you do accidentally kill your lithium batteries you will be running a generator for how ever long it takes to get new ones shipped in which could take a week to a few months if they are back ordered.
The news story I linked at Permalink #32 suggests an integrated solar/battery backup solution; which likely will have the wherewithall to heat or cool itself as needed.

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With deep cycle lead acid I can go over to the local battery supply store and get new batteries that day.
The first day, but what about the next day?

The asphalt thing is interesting.
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