Date:         Mon, 27 Feb 2006 22:25:00 -0700
Reply-To:     vanagonvw@GMAIL.COM
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From:         John Brush <vanagonvw@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Canadian Tire "Xantrex" 1000w Inverter 1/2 price
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> >
> > On this week for $74.99 Canadian,

Hi folks,

I hate phrases like "think outside the box" but in this case I think it
applies.... That is a really great price for a quality inverter. There is
no  law that requires you to use the entire 1000Watt capability, so if you
pay attention to what you are running, you can use smaller gauge wire, and
make it easier to install, (it is a bit bigger than most) but what comes to
mind for me is that it can be used outside of the van as well  in an
emergency. Buy a few deep cycle batts, and you can run your fridge or deep
freezer if the power goes out, or you can be one of the few on the block who
can watch DVDs and have a few lights when the power company lets everyone
down. Even if you don't have batteries, you can start the van or another
car, and at least keep your food cold, or watch a little TV.

Maybe not worth it for the full price, but when its that good a deal, it
pays to think about applications that extend beyond the vanagon.

IMO,

John