JPP
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...maybe those concerned about power/charging can get together and rent a generator for the afternoon (...sort of like last year @ Teslive)...suboptimal.
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rolosrevenge
Dr. EVS
That's good to here. I'm very curious to know what they say.
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It's more that I work for a company making distribution system management software for utilities, and one of the areas we focus on is extending the life of the equipment like the transformers, so I'm always thinking about these things and want to make sure that we have a good party. At worst case we'd just know how many cars we could plug in at once and just rotate throughout the evening.
Lots of good news. Just talked to the PG&E engineer. So he's going to stop by this week to confirm his records (and likely come to the party to see all the EVs), but here's what his records show: Currently a 2 bank transformer, 3 phase, will handle 45 kva - both chargers at my house will take at most 26 kva. And the most important point: there are only two addresses on this transformer (my house and a neighbor who is only here part of the year). And he also pointed out that with my large solar system, it will be taking the edge off.
I have his mobile phone number if there are ANY problems. He's mostly worried that between the charging and my a/c, could possibly throw my main breaker. Unlikely, but possible. But if that happens, we just shut off the a/c, reset, and carry on.
And like I said, he's coming by to confirm - and will likely come to the party.
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Another piece of good news: Even though we are in the 'no burn' season here, Placer County Fire District gave me permission today to have a 'reasonable' bonfire in the evening, if we just use common sense (ie, water nearby and a shovel).
S'mores anyone?
I have his mobile phone number if there are ANY problems. He's mostly worried that between the charging and my a/c, could possibly throw my main breaker. Unlikely, but possible. But if that happens, we just shut off the a/c, reset, and carry on.
And like I said, he's coming by to confirm - and will likely come to the party.
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Another piece of good news: Even though we are in the 'no burn' season here, Placer County Fire District gave me permission today to have a 'reasonable' bonfire in the evening, if we just use common sense (ie, water nearby and a shovel).
S'mores anyone?
WHOA! TWO houses...and you've got 3-phase?!?!?!?!?
Ooohh, have I got choice words for you. And they're not printable on a family forum.
I know you love me.
So my son just sent a gift for us for the party. A slack line!
What, you don't know what a slack line is? Here's a tutorial, so you can all get ready beforehand:
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Yah, I would, especially with BBQ in front of me.(I just had the hot tub repair folks here. Of COURSE it went out right before the party. It's the heater element. Brianman would never forgive me if the tub was out of commission. I am assured it will be up and running tomorrow.
Again, thanks for having us -- with or without hot tub or BBQ.
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Jeepers, bonnie. At the current rate, the only way you'll be able to top it next year is to make it a 2-day event.
dirkhh
Middle-aged Member
Is it unprofessional if say "neener, neener" at this point?
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Technically speaking, what's the earliest guests should consider arriving?S'mores really does put it over the top
I want to get my quadcopter ready so I'll have footage of the EVs and the party and stuff ;-)
rolosrevenge
Dr. EVS
Don't worry, if things start looking bleak I can devise some charging algorithms to make sure we keep the power on and the cars charging.
Um, you realize that Brianman is coming right ...?
rolosrevenge
Dr. EVS
That's like saying Larry is in charge of Moe...
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I'll take my shirt off and find some for you...
If we still lose power, I figure now instead of everyone looking at me with a 'you should have checked' expression on their face, we can all look upon the PG&E engineer with pity when he shows up.
Thanks for sharing your stories of 'parties gone bad'. Though with both Rolo and brianman here, we likely will have other stories to tell.
Oh YAY, I was hoping we'd get some aerial shots. It seems like everyone is volunteering to come early to help
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Next year, you're in charge of vendors and t-shirt design.
roblab
Active Member
If you'd like, I can bring mine to take pictures of yours taking pictures! Sounds like fun. I have the lowly Phantom 2, and almost no experience, so I wonder how safe I am flying around a bunch of Teslas and people, assuming its a low wind day. We'll see.
