(word processor parameters LM=8, RM=75, TM=2, BM=2) Taken from KeelyNet BBS (214) 324-3501 Sponsored by Vangard Sciences PO BOX 1031 Mesquite, TX 75150 There are ABSOLUTELY NO RESTRICTIONS on duplicating, publishing or distributing the files on KeelyNet except where noted! February 15, 1992 REALGOOD.ASC -------------------------------------------------------------------- Someone sent us a copy of a fantastic catalog relating to ecological and energy independence products and articles. The catalog is from REAL GOODS 966 Mazzoni Street Ukiah, CA 95482-3471 Technical Assistance : 1-707-468-9214 FAX : 1-707-468-0301 Credit Card Orders : 1-800-762-7325 The idea of LIVING OFF THE GRID intrigues the majority of us who research free energy and its various aspects. These folks concentrate on solar cells, batteries, DC systems running on 12 VDC and various ways to heat and conserve. Some of the products need to be more fully exposed, so here is a short listing of what they offer and the cost. You might consider it if you are planning to get "off the grid". (Love that term!) Please mention that you heard of them from KeelyNet so we can keep on their mailings, this way we can continue to inform others by such sharing. -------------------------------------------------------------------- < * * * * * * * * * * * > A neat idea is the Automatic Off disc which fits in the bottom of any light bulb. It automatically switches the light off after 10 minutes just in case someone walked out of a room and left the lights on. If you want more time, flip the swith once and the light will stay on for 2 hours before switching off. The product is called Automatic Off and sells for $10 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Another neat light control product is the Nightlight. Again, a self-adhesive disc attaches to the bottom of any incandescent light. When you first turn the switch on, the light is on at 100% intensity, over a 20 minute period, the light gradually dims to 5% of its maximum intensity. It remains at 5% until you turn off the light. Called the Nightlight, sells for $10 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Yet another light control product is the Sleeplight. It is very similar to the Nightlight except that is dims from 100% intensity to completely off over a 20 minute timeframe. It sells for $10 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Page 1 Solar powered Security light charges all day. Triggered at night by heat OR motion, it stays on until you leave the area. Called the Siemens Sensor Light, it sells for $195 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Another Solar powered Security Light is the First Watch system. It has two 5W halogen bulbs and also detects heat and motion. The sensitive trigger system will active when a moving object passes within 40 feet in an 80 degree arc. The lamps stay on for an adjustable amount of time from 30 seconds to 5 minutes. First Watch sells for $425 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Solar powered NICAD battery charger that charges AA, C and D batteries. Has a battery strength meter built-in and can simultaneously charge four AA's, two C's and two D's. The MSNC Nicad Charger sells for $26 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Solar charger for button batteries (as used in hearing aids, calculators, watches). The Mercury button batteries can be recharged many times. Don't throw toxic mercury batteries away, use them over and over. The Button Battery Charger sells for $19 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Water Conservation Kit will save over 30,000 gallons of water per year by simply INSTALLING one low-flow showerhead, two faucet aerators, an a set of toilet dams. All packaged together with complete 26 page instruction booklet. An excellent deal! The Water Conservation Kit sells for $19 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Water absorbing polymers to hold water and prevent evaporation before the plant has time to absorb the water. HYDROSOURCE can absorb and store up to 400 times its weight in water. This significantly decreases overall water usage and extends the time between waterings. For gardens and lawns use 2-20 pounds per 1000 square feet. For potted plants plan 1-2 ounces per cubic foot of soil. Lasts for eight years or more. Safe, decomposes into carbon dioxide, water, nitrate, and lactic acid. Comes in three sizes, 46-142 Hydrosource 1 pound at $9, 46-143 Hydrosource 5 pounds at $39, and 46-144 Hydrosource 55 pounds at $295. < * * * * * * * * * * * > The information source on Greywater Systems...greywater is water that is left from bathing and sinkwater. It can be used for watering plants among other things. This book gives details on how to build your own greywater system. 80-203 Greywater Info booklet at $4 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Reusable 100% cotton muslin coffee filters. If you drink coffee, you are contributing to the ecological problem by using disposable filters. These filters can be washed out in hot water, won't tear, and stains can be easily removed by an occasional soaking in boiling water with baking soda. Sold in packages of 2. 51-211 #2 Filter (2 each) is $5.50, 51-212 #4 Filter (2 each) is $6.50, 51-213 #6 Filter (2 each) is $7.50 and 51-214 Basket Filter (2) is $8.75 < * * * * * * * * * * * > The Body Electric, by Dr. Robert Becker. The definitive work on Electro-Medicine. Shows how living tissues respond to electric fields. EXCELLENT BOOK! 80-610 for $13 < * * * * * * * * * * * > Cross Currents, by Dr. Robert Becker. A book which discusses the hazards of EMR from ordinary household appliances, utility power lines, radar and microwave transmitters. 336 pages 80-612 for $22 Page 2 < * * * * * * * * * * * > Rainshower Shower Filter attaches directly to your shower head to remove Chlorine. Chlorine is hazardous to hair, skin, eyes and lungs. This filter removes not only Chlorine but other contaminants (90% or more removed). You can take in more chlorine from a 15 minute shower than from drinking 8 glasses of tap water in one day. 42-701 Rainshower Shower Filter at $79, 42-703 Replacement Filter at $69. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Solar Panel - recycled Arco Quad-Lam Modules furnish free power at $4.49/Watt. This 4 module configuration has a peak power of 17.7 volts and 5.6 amps. Four must be wired in series to charge a 12 volt system. The modules measure 11-7/8" X 48-1/4" each, are 6-7 years old and were used on a power plant in Southern California. All modules are warranted to put out within 15% of 100 watts for a period of 5 years. 11-134 Recycled Quad-Lams at $449 < * * * * * * * * * * * > Regulate TV watching with our Bicycle Powered Generator - using a 100 watt generator/battery charger mounted to a stand built to accept any 3 or 10 speed bicycle. A human adult can provide about 100 watts (1/7 of a horsepower) for any period of time, not much, but in combination with a 12 Volt battery system, plenty for lights, pumps, fans and entertainment centers. A neat way to control TV usage is to make the kids generate the power required to operate the set....another neat idea is to excercise while watching TV. You wanna watch, then pedal! 63-308 Bicycle Generator at $295 < * * * * * * * * * * * > Kyocera K-45 Solar Panel - provides an optimum voltage of 14.8 volts. Output is 44.7 watts for a maximum current of 2.89 amps. 12 year warranty. K45 Kyocera (Qty 1-3) for $389 each, K45 Kyocera (Qty 4-19) at $369 each, K45 Kyocera (Qty 20+) at $359 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > MSX60 Solarex Module - has the highest power output of 60 watts. Will produce 60 watts of powerat 17.1 volts to produce 3.5 amps of current. 10 year warranty. 11-501 MSX60 Solarex (Qty 1-3) at $439 each, 11-501 (Qty 4-19) at $429 each, 11-501 (Qty 20+) at $419 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Siemens (Arco) M-55 - produces 3.05 amps with 53 watts at 17.4 volts. Consists of 36 cells in series. Ideal for water pumping applications or for long wire runs where extra voltage is required. Begins producing power at 5% of noonday sun rather than the standard 10%. 11-105 Siemens M-55 (Qty 1-3) at $499, M-55 (Qty 4-19) at $489, M-55 (Qty 20+) at $479. < * * * * * * * * * * * > H-4810 Hoxan - 48 watts of power at 16.2 volts to generate 3.0 amps of current. 10 year warranty. 11-401 Hoxan 4810 (Qty 1-3) at $349, 11-401 Hoxan 4810 (Qty 4-19) at $339 each, 11-401 Hoxan 4810 (Qty 20+) at $329 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Siemens (Arco) M-20 - 20 watt self-regulating module for RV's, boats and remote homes. As the battery approaches full charge, the M-20's current output decreases from a rate of 1.5 amps to less than 1/4 amp, eliminating the need for a charge controller. Siemens recommends at least 70 amphours of battery storage for each M-20 module. 5 year warranty. 11-107 Siemens M-20 at $249 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > SX30 Solarex Unbreakable Module - thin, lightweight and highly portable. Use for boating, camping, RV's, scientific expeditions, etc. Light produces 30 watts of peak power at 17.8 volts for a Page 3 current of 1.68 amps. Weighs in at less than 5 pounds. 1 year warranty. 11-511 SX30 Solarex at $299 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > SX18 Solarex Unbreakable Module - produces 18.6 watts of power at 17.8 volts for a current of 1.06 amps. 11-512 SX10 Solarex at $139 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Epos Amorphous Module - rated at 4 watts peak, producing 14.5 volts at a current of 330mA. Perfect for fence chargers. 12" X 12". 11-120 4 Watt Epos at $69 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Uni-Solar Modules - great for camping, boating, traveling, etc. 12 volt output at current ratings coincident to size. 11-220 MBC-525 - 22Watt - 51 X 16 at $430 each, 11-221 MBC-262 - 11Watt - 28 X 16 at $250 each, 11-222 MBC-131 - 5.5Watt - 28 X 8 at $160 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Car Charger - batteries leak at the rate of 40% per month, this charger is rated at 1 Watt and will deliver 14.5 volts at 68mA. Also works for boats, motorcycles, tractors and farm vehicles. 11-121 Solar Car Charger at $39 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Subscription to Real Goods catalog/newsletter 00-100 Domestic Subscription at $25/year 00-200 Foreign Subscription at $40/year < * * * * * * * * * * * > Alternative Energy Sourcebook - 400 pages of the most up-to-date and throrough information on alternative energy and energy-saving appliances ever assembled. 80-200 1991 AE Sourcebook at $14 each < * * * * * * * * * * * > Dynamo/Solar AM/FM Radio Receiver - needs no electricity or disposable batteries other than two "AA" nicads. Dynamo charges at 10:1 ratio. Solar cells recharge the batteries. 90-418 Dynamo Receiver at $29. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Remote Home Off the Grid Conversion Kit #1 - part-time summer or weekend cabin, larger RV, or boat. Will operate 12V sound system, 12V TV, 12V cassette player, 12V lighting and some 12V water pumping. Kit Components include 2-48 Watt PV modules, 1 M8 Bobier Charge Controller, 1 two panel mounting structure, 2-6volt X 220 AH deep cycle batteries, 1 #4 battery interconnect, 1-10-16volt voltmeter, 1 0-10Amp ammeter, 1 30Amp 2 pole disconnect, 1 Newark 8 position fuse box, 1 15 position buss bar and 1 RH Kit Owners Manual. The system produces 480 Watt-hours per day. 12-201 Remote Home I at $1,095 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Remote Home Off the Grid Conversion Kit #2 - produces 960 Watt-hours per day. 12-202 Remote Home 2 at $2,995 each, 12-212 RH-2 Kit without batteries at $2,675 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Remote Home Off the Grid Conversion Kit #3 - produces 1920 Watt- hours per day. 12-203 Remote Home 3 at $5,495 each, 12-213 RH-3 without batteries at $4,875 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Remote Home Off the Grid Conversion Kit #4 - produces 4600 Watt- hours per day. 12-204 Remote Home 4 at $10,495, 12-237 RH-4 without batteries at $7,495. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Page 4 Windseeker II 250 Watt windpowered Generator - works even in light winds. If you have an annual windspeed of 8 MPH, this generator is for you. Uses a 12 pole, 3 phase alternator (based on the Ford alternator) modified for high output and efficiency at low rpm. Generates power in lighter winds (7.5 mph cut-in speed) and can develop up to 300 watts at 30 mph winds. If the voltage reaches 20 volts, the regulator will shut down completely. 16-101 Windseeker 12 Volts at $875 each, 16-102 Windseeker 24 Volts at $975 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Hydroelectric Turbines for tapping rivers, creeks and waterfalls - Burkhardt Turbines - the average hydroelectric generator costs as little as 1/10 as much as a solar system of equivalent power. While solar systems generate power only when the sun is shining, this system generates power a full 24 hours per day. Comes in three different sizes for various flow rates. 1 nozzle is used for 5-40 gallons per minute, 2 nozzles are used for 40-75 gallons per minutes and 4 nozzles are used for 75-150 gallons per minutes. 17-101 1 nozzle Turbine at $875, 17-102 2 nozzle Turbine at $995, 4 nozzle Turbine at $1,250. < * * * * * * * * * * * > An Inverter is a device that enables a low-voltage storage system (like a car battery) to run standard 110Volt appliances. Low- voltage systems can handle basic needs, but in the average home, there are numerous appliances, tools, motors, and equipment that uses standard 120 Volt, 60 HZ electricity and cannot be easily converted to operate on DC. Small inverters boost up 12 VDC power (as from a car cigarett lighter) to "house current" levels and, thus are handy for running small appliances like color TVs, VCRs and computers remotely (away from the grid). < * * * * * * * * * * * > Trace 812 Inverter - will produce 800 watts for 30 minutes, or 575 watts continuously. Uses only 0.24 watts (0.02 amps) on standby and will power TVs, VCRs, computers, test equipment, and even some vacuum cleaners, Champion juicers, and microwave ovens. 27-211 Trace 812 at $550 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > 2012 Inverter - will produce 2,000 watts of power at 110 VAC from a 12 VDC battery source for up to 1/2 hour with a 6,000 Watt surge for starting induction and other high surge motors. 27-201 2012 Trace at $1,090 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > PROwatt 1500 Inverter - rated at 1500 watts continuous output and is capable of delivering 1800 watts for 30 minutes or 2000 watts for 10 minutes. Input voltage is 10-15.5 VDC, low battery alarm at 10.7 volts, low voltage shutdown at 10 volts. 27-110 PROwatt 1500 at $799 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Power 110 VAC appliances from your car - mini-inverter will power computers, VCRs, guitar amps, water pumps, sanders, color TVs, etc from your 12 VDC cigarette lighter socket. Will deliver 140 watts of 110 VAC power continuously from your 12 VDC battery. It will provide 400 peak watts and 200 watts for over two minutes. Amp idle draw is 0.25 amps (3 watts). 27-104 PowerStar 200 at $149 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Page 5 New 250 Watt converter fits in your hand = this unit will surge to 500 watts, produce 300 watts for ten minutes, 250 watts for thirty minutesor 200 watts continuously. It has a low battery cutoff at 10VDC. Voltage regulated and frequency controlled. 27-109 ProWatt at $195. < * * * * * * * * * * * > M8/M15 Bobier Charge Controller - the M8 will handle up to 10 amps making it the ideal controller for up to three 48Watt PV (solar) modules. The M16 will handle up to 16 amps. 25-101 M8 8Amp (12V) at $65 each, 25-128 M8 8Amp (24V) at $55 each, 25-102 M16 16Amp (12V) at $75 each or 25-104 M16 16Amp (24V) at $69 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > SCI Mark III 30 Amp Charge Controller - 12 volt 30 amp charge controller will charge with 100% of available charging power up to a factory preset voltage of 14.8 VDC, here it switches to float charge mode, charging at 3 amps and tapering the batteries to 14.1 volts. 25-113 (SCI3/30-12V Controller at $109 each, 25-118 SCI3/30-24V Controller at $109 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Panel Analog Meters - 5% accuracy, no need for external shunts. 25-301 10-16V voltmeter at $18 each, 25-302 20-32V voltmeter at $18 each, 25-311 0-10Amp ammeter at $18 each, 25-312 0-20Amp ammeter at $18 each, 25-313 0-30Amp ammeter at $18 each, 25-315 0-60Amp ammeter at $25 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Digital Panel Voltmeter - Programmable bar graph with digital readout. Also has programmable high & low voltage alarms and a flashing LED display. Draws only 12mAmps in operation. 25-341 Equus Digital Voltmeter at $49 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Trace C-30A Charge Controller - for up to 30 Amps of charging current. Factory preset for high voltage disconnect and low voltage return, but is also user adjustable. Nighttime disconnect eliminates need for a diode and an "equalizing charge" switch that allows for occasional heavy charging of the battery bank. Set points are easily adjustable. 25-103 C30A Charge Controller at $95 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > New Battery Terminal design - solid brass non-corrosive battery terminal mount makes for a lifetime sealed connection between battery and electrical system. Completely covers battery posts to reduce corrosive oxide accumulation to allow faster power flow back into the battery from the charging source. Extends battery life potential by up to 50% and increases the available power by up to 23%. 15-781 Pro-Start Terminals (2 per package) at $19 < * * * * * * * * * * * > 12VDC Mini-Clothes Washer - rotating drum washes clothes clean and gentle enough for delicate fabrics. Uses a maximum of 5.5 Amps at full load. Needs no special plumbing, fits on the drain board of your sink and connects to tap via the filling/emptying flexible hose provided. Will wash up to 4.5 pounds of dry laundry, using a maximum of 3 gallons of water. Won't rust, stain or dent. Very compact, measuring just 20" high by 18" deep by 17" wide and weighs on 17 pounds. 63-319 12V Miniwash at $195 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Page 6 Low Power Consumption Water Pump - the pump head has a 4 chamber diaphragm that can pump dirty or silty water and will not be damaged by running dry. Will run on 12 or 24 VDC (best performance at 24VDC) and is capable of lifts up to 300 feet or 130PSI with a 10 foot suction lift. All parts for a rebuild are kept in stock. Easily serviced and can be rebuilt in the field with just a Leatherman pocket tool. 3/4" foot valve included with this pump. 41-120 The Real Pump at $379 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > 2 Speed Sanno Table Fan - runs at 2500 rpm and draws 1.25 amps at low setting and 2 amps at high setting (when on 12VDC). 64-241 Table Fan (12V) at $29 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > 12VDC Heater - fan forced heaters perfect for customers who have surplus power (like hydro-electric systems). 180 watt unit runs at 12.5 amps, 300 watt unit runs at 25 amps. 63-351 12V Heater - 180 Watts at $39 each, 63-352 12V Heater - 300 Watts at $125 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Solar Cool Caps - work as miniature evaporative coolers. As the US Air Force discovered, keep the pilots head cool and the rest of the body will remain cool. This cap has a solar panel and a small fan which blows cool air onto the head. They really work. You can select solar or battery power, runs on 2 rechargeable AA cells. Specify your first and second choice of colors Red (90-410-R), Blue (90-410-B), or White (90-410-W)....90-140 Solar Cool Cap at $24 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Solar Safari Hat - similar to above but more attractive. Switch from solar power to battery power. White (90-411-W) or Tan (90-411- T). 90-411 Solar Safari Hat at $42 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Hot Solar Shower - open system using a 5 gallon capacity water bag. Expose it to the sun and hang it up for a gravity fed shower. Will provide ample hot water for at least 4 hot showers. On a 70 degree day, the Solar Shower will heat 60 degree water to 108 degrees in only 3 hours. 90-416 Solar Shower at $9 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Solar Shower Curtain - curtain measures 30" X 30" X 65". Inflatable frame sets up quickly with only a few puffs of air. Also doubles as a porta potty enclosure or a changing room. Entire unit folds compactly for easy storage & weighs less than 4 pounds. Blue color. 90-392 Shower Enclosure at $26 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > The Forever Light - encapsulated solar cell keychain needs 2-3 hours exposure to provide weeks of light with intermittent use. Yellow LED switched on by a gentle squeeze to help find the keyhole. 37-306 Forever Light at $16 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Energy Saver's Package - by using the products in this package, a family of four will save over 30,000 gallons of water per year. Over the lifetime of these products, you will save 9700 KWH, prevent the production of 14,500 pounds of Carbon Dioxide (the major cause of global warming) and 1,450 pounds of Sulfur Dioxide (which causes acid rain), and you'll not have to purchase 500 batteries. This package includes 1 Panasonic 15watt fluorescent light, a 4 AA solar nicad battery charger with 4 AA batteries (700mA), our lowest flow showerhead, two faucet aerators, a set of toilet dams, and our OFF the GRID - On the Sun book. Its's all contained in a cotton string bag for carrying your groceries. 91-102 Energy Saver's Package at $49 each. Page 7 < * * * * * * * * * * * > Solar Starter Package - Includes a Solar Pathway Light to light up your walkway, patio, darden, and driveway for up to six hours per night. Also included is our Solar Dynamo AM/FM Radio that will charge on solar power or on the hand-cranking dynamo. Our 4 AA Solar Nicad Battery Charger will charge your 4 AA rechargeable batteries (included) for up to 19 years. Also included are the 400 page Alternative Energy Sourcebook, OFF THE GRID! and on the Sun, and our Remote Home Owner's Manual. A $146 value. 91-104 Solar Starter Package for $99 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > How to Build an Underground House - graphics, drawings and plans, 96 pages. 80-155 for $12 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Terra-Dome Video - Modularly designed structure can be built for about $18 per square foot. Modules are available in 24' and 28' configurations, connected by 16' arches. Walls are 10" thick and the dome itself will support 8' of earth. Architectural styles range from Colonial to Tudor, Contemporary to Mediterranean. Terra-Dome Video at $20 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Econ-O-Dome Kits - geodesic dome shape is naturally energy and materials efficient, because it has the smallest possible surface area for a given volume. Kits are easy to assemble, since all struts ( 2" X 4" contruction) and hubs (coated metal) are pre- drilled, and the package comes with a complete and understandable instruction manual. All the materials for a 38.5' dome can actually fit in the back of a full-sized pickup truck. Prices are listed for the structural frame, which you can put up in only 2 days with just an extension ladder and a drill gun - though scaffolding will help. Screws are included. Plans for cutting the wall boards (very little waste involved) are included; or the pre-cut pieces can be obtained at additional cost. Other options include a double shell design, or 2" X 6" strut dimensions for extra insulation space. Dome Model Diameter Kit Price Earth Day 14 foot $1000 Eco Expo 20 foot $2000 Will World 24 foot $2500 More with Less 30 foot $3000 Eco-Home 38.5 foot $3500 Low Cost Mansion 48 foot $5000 Great Dome 61.5 foot $7000 < * * * * * * * * * * * > Pacific Yurts - a circular, domed home invented by the nomadic Mongols of Siberia. Much like the Dymaxion house invented by Buckminster Fuller. Surprisingly easy to erect. The 30' yurt takes two people less than a day to set up while the 12' model only a few hours. Size (diameter) Sq. Feet Center Height Weight Price 12 foot 115 8'0" 350# $2,195 14 foot 155 8'9" 450# $2,885 16 foot 200 9'3" 550# $3,285 20 foot 314 10'0" 700# $4,295 24 foot 452 11'6" 900# $4,875 30 foot 706 13' 1,200# $6,585 Page 8 < * * * * * * * * * * * > Clean Power for the Long Haul: Electric Truck Conversion Kit - pre- engineered kit allows you to simply bolt the system together; no welding needed. Made for standard transmissions and utilizes regular golf-cart type batteries. (Kits for power-steering equipped trucks are not available.) These kits are for Chevy or GMC S-10 or S-15 trucks. These truck is made to carry heavy loads, so you can handle the weight of the batteries. The batteries are installed outside of the passenger compartment. Takes approximately 25-50 person-hours depending on mechanical experience. Kit includes: 9" Advanced DC Motor (28HP at 120V), motor mounts, flywheel and bell housing adapter, molded battery boxes, front battery tray and controller mount, power brake kit, modular control package with ammeter, DC-DC converter with subfuse assembly, onboard 120V charger (1500Watts), main disconnect, battery cables with ends and quick disconnects, molded plastic dash-mounted meter holder, fuel gauge, rear booster springs, and simple instructions. 91-810 Elect Truck Conversion $5590 Options 91-811 240V fast charger (4000Watts) $250, 91-812 Solar Panels (each) at $495, or 91-813 4.5 KWatt regenerative brake kit at $595 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Deluxe Electric Auto Conversion Kit - anyone with mechanical aptitude can converst most small gas or diesel cars to efficient electric power drive. Your vehicle should weigh under 2,800 lbs. before conversion, have a manual transmission and no power steering. Complete kit does not include batteries 91-820 Elec Auto Conversion Kit at $4800, Options 91-821 19HP Option at $620, 05-225 Shipping Cost at $175 < * * * * * * * * * * * > Electric Vehicle Video - Should you use a series DC motor, brushless DC or AC? What about aircraft generators? This tape shows dozens of cars and components and runs about 90 minutes. 80-125 Electric Vehicle Video at $39 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Hydrogen, the Invisible Fire - up-to-date summary of hydrogen use. Includes information on all current research projects, current and potential uses, safety issues, storage and transportation problems, and pollution concerns. 48 pages. 80-150 at $10 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Convert It - a step by step conversion guide for changing gas burning cars over to electric power. Amply illustrated, with instructions for testing and operating the completed vehicle. 56 pages. 80-404 at $35 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Electric Vehicle Directory - shows over 20 vehicles ON THE MARKET complete with specifications. Lists sources of other electric vehicles as well as components, associations, and newsletters. 80 pages. 80-403 at $11 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Why Wait for Detroit? - a collection of articles written by experts on Electric Vehicles. Buying and maintenance hints. Discussion of alternatives, pros and cons, a directory of resources, and a look to the future. 80-405 at $12 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > Page 9 Sale on OFF THE GRID and on the Sun - 64 page publication with lots of tips on ways you can power down and become totally energy independent. 80-205 at $2 each. < * * * * * * * * * * * > -------------------------------------------------------------------- How many of us are strapped to a house payment, stuck in a position as corporate slaves? Wouldn't it be fantastic to buy a small plot of land out in the country, put up a few interlinked geodesic domes, set up some solar cell panels, some hot water tubing and be as independent as possible? Then convert our vehicle over to electric and grow some of our own food for partial control over our sustenance. Heck, with a small hill (or a created one) you could build an underground or semi- underground house. 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