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Always using the best source of power

In a previous post we considered how to verify we are using a safe source of shore power and where we should apply the KISS principle to that process, but there’s another big consideration – what’s the best source of power at any given time and how can we ensure that we are using it?

When building a skoolie, you can get appliances which are powered by a number of means and sources but not all are created equal.  Certain power sources can significantly impact the price, usefulness, and longevity of your project.

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Shore power and your RV, this information could shock you

Click-bait title aside, domestic wiring in an RV is a bit different from household wiring.  When a house is being built, it’ll get permanently hooked up to the grid by professionals with multiple inspections where as an RV will get plugged in all over the place – and who knows how well wired those sources are?  For this reason, there are some precautions you should take to keep yourself safe.

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Sheila: Overview and Credits

For the uninitiated, Sheila is what I call a Skoolie some friends and I built in the summer of 2016.  For a general overview of the entire project, see my post about #SheilaTheBus in my portfolio of major projects.

There are a lot of places on the Internet where you can get inspiration and information on building yourself a Skoolie.  There is no shortage of opinion and suggestions out there –  some simply stated as fact, some backed up with evidence.  Keep in mind that local legislation may differ from one region to another and that some people’s opinions may not be stated as such and may not be an informed opinion either.

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