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Alternative Energy Do-It-Yourself. Learn tips about installing your own small wind turbine or solar panels. Wes and David from Missouri Wind and Solar give advice and discuss commonly asked questions about back up power including battery bank wiring and maintenance, residential wind turbine towers, and PV solar arrays. Make sure you get the best power production from your off-grid or grid-tie system by planning and installing right from the start. Selling DIY renewable energy systems since 2008, Missouri Wind and Solar is located in the United States and is run on wind and solar. Want to see it in action? Stop by our store in Seymour, Missouri and we'll give you a tour.
Episodes
Wednesday Jul 21, 2021
Wednesday Jul 21, 2021
David and Wes review one of the simple to fix, but common problems with batteries: Sampling.
Wednesday Jul 14, 2021
Wednesday Jul 14, 2021
Wes and David talk about Missouri Wind and Solar products being featured on the popular Discovery series Homestead Rescue: Raney Ranch. David and Wes also discuss their current research on utilizing Rohn towers.
Wednesday Jun 02, 2021
Wednesday Jun 02, 2021
David and Wes discuss wind turbine towers and the top factors that affect your tower including placement, guide wires, blade count and turbine size. And find out how a cheap mylar balloon can save you from expensive products.
Wednesday May 26, 2021
Wednesday May 26, 2021
David and Wes discuss what you need to do to get your system ready for the next season. Learn about the MINIMUM maintenance required with any great temperature change.
Wednesday May 05, 2021
Wednesday May 05, 2021
We have this question come up often about water heating capability. On today's episode, Wes and David discuss those realities.
Wednesday Apr 28, 2021
Wednesday Apr 28, 2021
Little different podcast today. Why would you want to buy alternative energy today?
Wednesday Apr 21, 2021
Wednesday Apr 21, 2021
Wes and David discuss the need for grounding and the best and worst places for grounding protection.
Wednesday Apr 14, 2021
Wednesday Apr 14, 2021
Was and David discuss troubleshooting for variations in voltages between your batteries.
Wednesday Apr 07, 2021
Wednesday Apr 07, 2021
Answering a great question from a listener regarding setting up your whole-house DC appliance-wise.
Wednesday Feb 17, 2021
Wednesday Feb 17, 2021
Wes and David discuss pond aeration and the new products we have this season.