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PlanoAg98
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In reply to ChoppinDs40 • 12:25p, 2/1/23
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I had a transfer switch installed for an RV/tailgate generator to plug into. 5000w generator. I should be able to power our furnace (gas furnace) and keep our fridge running. All you really need in an event like this.

Cost about $1,100.
This is exactly what I did.

It's a good practice to do a trial run when you don't need it.

  • If you're breaker box is in the garage, make sure you have enough power cord to ensure the generator is running outside the garage.
  • Start up the generator every couple of months to ensure it's running good.
  • Label the breaker box switches you want to power during an outage.
  • Do a test run to ensure those items on those switches will run effectively off the generator power.

I have 4 switches labels and tested successfully in the case I have a power outage here.
  • heater
  • hot water heater
  • fridge
  • office/internet (as I work from home)
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In reply to PrestigeWorldwideAg12 • 12:32p, 2/1/23
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we ain't going back until Monday up here in the sticks.
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In reply to Matsui • 12:34p, 2/1/23
My kid goes to Prestonwood Christian Academy Prosper campus. I haven't seen anything for Prosper ISD yet though.
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12:36p, 2/1/23
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Getting some liquid rain here in Prosper now. Contributing to some melt as well, at least from our roof and gutters.
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In reply to PlanoAg98 • 12:37p, 2/1/23
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PlanoAg98 said:
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I had a transfer switch installed for an RV/tailgate generator to plug into. 5000w generator. I should be able to power our furnace (gas furnace) and keep our fridge running. All you really need in an event like this.

Cost about $1,100.
This is exactly what I did.

It's a good practice to do a trial run when you don't need it.

  • If you're breaker box is in the garage, make sure you have enough power cord to ensure the generator is running outside the garage.
  • Start up the generator every couple of months to ensure it's running good.
  • Label the breaker box switches you want to power during an outage.
  • Do a test run to ensure those items on those switches will run effectively off the generator power.

I have 4 switches labels and tested successfully in the case I have a power outage here.
  • heater
  • hot water heater
  • fridge
  • office/internet (as I work from home)
Where do you have the generator set up outside?

Also, how do you keep it out of the elements?
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12:38p, 2/1/23
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Drove from DFW to southwest Denton. 35 is wide open. Side roads up here f****d
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In reply to FTAG 2000 • 12:44p, 2/1/23
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Sits in the garage. if needed, it wheels outside where the power comes into the house (other side of the breaker box) where the transfer switch is.

Crank it up, plug it in, go.

These are made to work in the elements.
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12:48p, 2/1/23
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Been raining and melting all morning here in north Dallas.
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12:52p, 2/1/23
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Over near Deep Ellum, it was lightly raining for awhile but that's stopped. It looks like it melted some of the ice on the street so better than this morning. I'm seeing 31 degrees here currently.
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In reply to ChoppinDs40 • 12:53p, 2/1/23
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Sits in the garage. if needed, it wheels outside where the power comes into the house (other side of the breaker box) where the transfer switch is.

Crank it up, plug it in, go.

These are made to work in the elements.
My transfer switch is in the garage. Plug it in and wheel it outside of the garage door. I also made a portable roof cover for it to keep it out of rain/snow/sleet even if it is made to work in those elements. I also have a heavy duty chain nearby so I can lock it to the house. Back when power went out in 2021 there were a lot of generator thefts.
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12:55p, 2/1/23
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Special cord for that or is it a normal extension cord, maybe a heavy duty?

Thanks for sharing.
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In reply to FTAG 2000 • 1:06p, 2/1/23
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thick gauge cord - the same as an RV cord power cord that you use these generators for.

For 30amp I think it's an 8gauge?
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In reply to ChoppinDs40 • 1:17p, 2/1/23
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Special cord for that or is it a normal extension cord, maybe a heavy duty?

Thanks for sharing.
In addition to the generator and electrician, here are the parts you'll need.

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In reply to PlanoAg98 • 1:22p, 2/1/23
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Special cord for that or is it a normal extension cord, maybe a heavy duty?

Thanks for sharing.
In addition to the generator and electrician, here are the parts you'll need.



When was your electrician?
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In reply to Coates • 1:22p, 2/1/23
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Coates said:
PlanoAg98 said:
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Special cord for that or is it a normal extension cord, maybe a heavy duty?

Thanks for sharing.
In addition to the generator and electrician, here are the parts you'll need.



When was your electrician?
We time traveling?
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In reply to Yesterday • 1:23p, 2/1/23
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Yesterday said:
Drove from DFW to southwest Denton. 35 is wide open. Side roads up here f****d
Where are you in SW Denton? I'm in Northlake/Argyle area. Side roads definitely trash. 35 surprisingly good...for now.
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In reply to agcrock2005 • 1:25p, 2/1/23
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agcrock2005 said:
Yesterday said:
Drove from DFW to southwest Denton. 35 is wide open. Side roads up here f****d
Where are you in SW Denton? I'm in Northlake/Argyle area. Side roads definitely trash. 35 surprisingly good...for now.


Have y'all gone on 407? Debating on a Kroger run if able to
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In reply to cp09 • 1:30p, 2/1/23
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You mean this week, or just any time? Yes I've been several times. I think it's very over rated but I'm a bbq snob. I'll just make my own bbq before going there. Not sure if they're open though if that's what you mean.
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1:34p, 2/1/23
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Las Colinas to garland was fine, 114, 35, 635, etc was clear. Parking lots are like ice rinks of course
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In reply to agcrock2005 • 1:34p, 2/1/23
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Sorry I meant the road FM 407 today, I'm right off of it so just need to get in and out of parking lot if I go to the store
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In reply to YouBet • 1:37p, 2/1/23
YouBet said:
Coates said:
PlanoAg98 said:
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Special cord for that or is it a normal extension cord, maybe a heavy duty?

Thanks for sharing.
In addition to the generator and electrician, here are the parts you'll need.



When was your electrician?
We time traveling?


Ha, no idea, trying to play video games and type is a bad idea apparently.
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In reply to agcrock2005 • 1:39p, 2/1/23
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agcrock2005 said:
You mean this week, or just any time? Yes I've been several times. I think it's very over rated but I'm a bbq snob. I'll just make my own bbq before going there. Not sure if they're open though if that's what you mean.

I'm a bbq snob, but their jalapeño cheese sausage is killer. No shame. Brisket isn't bad and one of the better in DFW IMO
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1:52p, 2/1/23
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How is 35 between FW and Denton?
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In reply to Justin2010 • 1:56p, 2/1/23
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Justin2010 said:
How is 35 between FW and Denton?
35W was shut down for a while earlier
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In reply to Justin2010 • 2:26p, 2/1/23
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Justin2010 said:
How is 35 between FW and Denton?
You can check out the TXDOT cameras here: https://its.txdot.gov/its/District/DAL

Although these are static images you can at least see the condition on the pavement.
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2:42p, 2/1/23
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635 & 75 running well right now
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2:53p, 2/1/23
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FWISD closed tomorrow THUR
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2:55p, 2/1/23
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HP to N Dallas, main streets passable, mostly better than yesterday. Side streets much worse, almost all ice.

Oh, and if you're one of those people driving around with your hazards on because there's ice, thanks for alerting everyone around you that you're an idiot.
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In reply to GAC06 • 3:08p, 2/1/23
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GAC06 said:
HP to N Dallas, main streets passable, mostly better than yesterday. Side streets much worse, almost all ice.

Oh, and if you're one of those people driving around with your hazards on because there's ice, thanks for alerting everyone around you that you're an idiot.

I usually drive around with my hazards + a "please be patient / student driver" sticker....
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3:13p, 2/1/23
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Oh and of course with hazards on make sure your lights are off
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In reply to GAC06 • 3:35p, 2/1/23
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GAC06 said:
HP to N Dallas, main streets passable, mostly better than yesterday. Side streets much worse, almost all ice.

Oh, and if you're one of those people driving around with your hazards on because there's ice, thanks for alerting everyone around you that you're an idiot.
Were they wearing masks in their car too?
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In reply to planoaggie123 • 3:41p, 2/1/23
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planoaggie123 said:
GAC06 said:
HP to N Dallas, main streets passable, mostly better than yesterday. Side streets much worse, almost all ice.

Oh, and if you're one of those people driving around with your hazards on because there's ice, thanks for alerting everyone around you that you're an idiot.

I usually drive around with my hazards + a "please be patient / student driver" sticker....


Don't forget baby on board!
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In reply to riverrataggie • 3:51p, 2/1/23
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I only reserve that one for when I am smoking in the car with windows up.....
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4:00p, 2/1/23
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thinks seem to be melting pretty well at our place in fort worth. hopefully the freezing rain isn't too bad overnigt
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In reply to nai06 • 4:03p, 2/1/23
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back patio and other spots look pretty good but I realize its just setting up for another re-freeze.

Agree...hoping we dont get too much rain / too much colder tonight...nearing the end....
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