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Me and a friend purchased (new) 9's around the same time in 2015. He purchased the Hk vp9 and I went for the Sig P320. Neither of us are glock fans. I’ve shot his HK and he shot my P320 and I’m sure he prefers his HK over the Sig and I prefer my Sig over his HK but both are finely made firearms. The only knock I had on the P320 is the factory trigger. If you go for P320 take a look at the Apex Tactical trigger upgrade. They make a drop-in trigger that takes < 10 minutes to install. The trigger doesn’t change the pull, it only improves the ergonomics. I think you’ll like Apex trigger if you opt for the Sig

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Walgreens...

FWIW looks like Lesniak is back in. I guess the best possible outcome here is they destroy each other in the primary....

That’s some good American ingenuity, you preserve your nice factory molded cable and get the benefit of the mod.

@ zeke - without rehashing the entire exchange go back and look at post #43 where he provides a nicely written overview, or look at the youtube link I posted in #41 if you require further explanation. If your Honda’s neutral is isolated then none of this wound even apply to you.

The Neutral and Ground Bond at the generator is a separate issue. What we were talking about has to do with pacifying the electrical code & resolving tripping issues with on-board 120volt GFI protected outlets if present. Edit: typo

Understood, I was one of the earlier adopters here on the forum to do the Tri-fuel conversion and install a Transfer Switch so when Sandy hit we were up and running with the bond still in place. Anyhow I figured I’d pass that along because I wanted to know more about it myself and the guy I spoke with knew his stuff. The cable mod seems like a good solution because you could run it either mode but then again for us it is a solution to a problem that doesn’t exist..

I spoke with someone over the weekend about the bonding saga and the guy did concede keeping the bond in place while connected to you panel is out of sync with what the electrical code calls for but he went on to say to it is not likely that a code inspector is going to drill down this far to find this because the generator isn’t part of the house. He reiterated several times if we don’t have any other electrical faults the bonding dilemma isn’t not going to do any harm unless you are having issues with GFI’s tripping. He said main reason people get bent out of shape on this is because there is something like 6 volts going to ground in the bonded configuration and Generators with the onboard 120 volt GFI outlets don’t like that and trip. In my case I have the standard 120volt outlets on my generator without the GFI protection (that I don’t use anyway) so it’s a non-issue for me. However I do have three GFI circuits in my house in my kitchen, bath and basement and with the home powered up by Gen none of those GFI outlets ever tripped due to the generator. Just to add what has already been discussed if you’re thinking of removing the bond the guy I spoke with said check with your Gen’s manufacturer to see if lifting the bond off will void your warranty. He offered the following for a workaround if the Gen can’t be modified for warranty concerns or any other reason. He said his company uses a modified generator side/male 240volt plug. He said they completely remove the ground connector and then tie the neutral and ground wires together inside the plug and connect both of those wires to the neutral connector inside the plug. So with their modification with the ground connector removed both your neutral and ground are then terminated to the Gen’s 240volt neutral supply side receptacle while the female side is connected normally to the Inlet box in or on the home. He said the Code people won’t indorse or reject this configuration but at the end of the day it satisfies the code itself. So in my view this could be good option because you get the best of both worlds. You’re neutral is still bonded to the frame so if for some reason you wanted to run you gen in standalone mode and you’re code compliant while connected to your home panel by way of your Inlet box. All that being said do what works best for you

Keep in mind in general you will find the “whole house generator” uses an Automatic Transfer Switch because everything is automated. The power goes off, the whole house gen comes on and power is transferred via the Automatic TS and you’re done. If you do the Portable Gen & Transfer Switch those Transfer Switches are Manual TS’s which means you roll out the Gen connect to your Inlet and manually throw each switch to transfer power from the gen. Sounds like your guy is steering you towards the Interlock device for you which consists of the Interlock device itself and another 30Amp breaker that’s back feeds your panel. So your method would be similar to the TS. To enter gen mode you would roll out your portable and connect to your Inlet and turn off ALL breakers including the Main and then throw the back feed breaker to the On position. Then you would turn on your selected breakers one at a time... Below is a good vid on the interlock device by a DIY guy https://youtu.be/GbtRxcb-cmA The upside is of the Interlock system is it gives you the freedom to toggle between circuits but in the end you still be aware of you amperage draw & load balancing. I opted for the Transfer switch because I only have a 100amp service there was no way to squeeze in another 30amp breaker in my already filled panel to do an Interlock. The 8 circuits I selected are the day-to-day ones needed to run our home. Plus I load balanced my TS with which means I had to relocate a few circuits from one leg to the other to even out the draw. That’s done by metering out everything in advance with an Amp probe and recording the values before you even start. So when I’m in gen mode my gauges are pretty much in sync. What you don’t want is one side drawing 3000 watts and the other side only drawing 300 watts, that’s kind of an extreme example but you get the idea. If you do the Interlock I would suggest investing in a set of gauges to go along with your system.

take a look here's this may clear it up for you, I have a Transfer Switch and my manufacturer said I didn't need to do anything because the TS takes care of it.. https://youtu.be/69U8AugJKaI?t=8m51s

Good reply, I don’t know anything about DiVincenzo nor did I know he was thinking about a run. As far as nepotism charge (this doesn’t make it right) but they all do it and at least his son wasn’t a Stick Up Artist. I did hear of the other usual suspects and assumed it was going to come down to Fulop & Sweeny but according to one of the links in your reply I could only assume someone has some dirt on Fulop. Sweeny on the other hand has bumped heads with the Public Employees before so I don’t think the article you cited makes any difference, that’s just nj.com throwing one of their own under the bus for the greater good. If fact going forward getting some separation between himself and the Public Unions could have been a good strategy for him. I’m thinking the powers to be probably just wanted a new face with no baggage so Murphy is their new Golden Boy, or in this case Goldman boy so it’s going to be Corzine 2.0. I still think Sweeny wanted a shot at the title but was told to stand down. Sweeny may be third in command down in Trenton after CC and the Lieutenant Governor but he still answers to Norcross. Murphy probably bought Norcross a case of Scotch and Norcross told Sweeny to pull the plug.

If you asked what CC did well I would have said he reeled in some of the waste in Trenton, capped property taxes and saved our azz a few times on 2A issues. Could he have done more, maybe but hard to accomplish with Dem majorities in both houses. As far as Murphy what is telling to me is one of the bullet points posted on his website, it says Tax gun sales to prevent violence. This is the NJ Dems whole strategy to everything, spend more money.. The state is completely hosed and Murphy is going to prevent violent acts with a tax on firearms, really? Given Trenton’s past history that should be about as successful as fuel tax revenues that are earmarked for roads and highways actually going to roads and highways. I just find it odd is that Murphy shows up and the others Dems that were thinking of running are now out, I would love to know the backstory on that one...

Pick one: Bridgegate haunts him Superstorm Sandy restoration delay times & alleged misappropriation of funds Being MIA while out campaigning for POTUS Public Employee Unions despise him Then you have the A-holes over on NJ.com doing at least one hit piece a day on him, it’s no wonder why his poll numbers are in the shitter

With all due respect “probably” is just an assumption on your part. I have no doubt in some instances part of what you are saying is true but that was NOT the case with my purchase. I have an authentic Ariens unit, it not some Ariens-HomeDepot joint ventured cobranded unit. If you think about what I posted previously (which you quoted) I ordered from www.HomeDepot.com and my order was fulfilled by an Ariens dealer. So how much sense would it make having the regional Ariens dealer delivering some half-Ariens/half-HomeDepot units (if one even existed) to homedepot.com customers and then turn around and sell full-fledged authentic Ariens units to their local walk-in customers? As far as Warranty service I’ve already been down that road too and NO issues... My fuel shutoff valve failed at the beginning of season #2. The shutoff valve fail to stop fuel from entering the carb so it would continue to run with the valve in the Off position. I discovered the issue last November while getting the unit ready for the upcoming season. I opened a trouble ticket thru the normal channels over the Ariens 800 phone number and I took it to the Authorized Ariens repair shop of my choice, more about later. The Ariens repair shop I selected took care of it in a timely fashion. I didn’t mention the negative events in my earlier post because I wanted to avoid a rant but since the big box stores are drawing some fire let me just say the original Ariens dealership staff that executed my transaction were total A-holes. The first strike was they screwed up the delivery date and if that was the only issue I would have let it slide. The second strike was they delivered the unit with a cracked fuel cap which I didn’t see until they pulled out of my driveway. The third strike was none of the linkage controls were adjusted correctly to spec causing issues with the gear selection. The linkage adjustments is one of the basic tasks that should be completed by the local dealer when preparing the unit for delivery. So my first go around with the initial Authorized Ariens Dealer staff was a bust to put it kindly. I reached out HomeDepot to correct the delivery scheduling issue with the local Ariens dealer. Ariens Warranty service sent me new fuel cap with just a phone call and I adjusted the controls myself as per the manual. Lastly since the purchase was over $250 (or whatever the HD credit card requires) it qualified to be eligible for No Interest for 6 months so I took 5 months to pay it off. So for my money on this purchase the Big Box store beat the snot out of the local dealer.

If your reference to “Depot” is Home Depot I don’t know if you’d be interested but Home Depot sells Ariens and will ship to your home FREE via an Authorized Ariens Dealer. At least that’s how it worked when I purchased my Ariens 24-inch from www.HomeDepot.com in 2014. In any case I like the Ariens all steel design opposed to the new Toro and Craftsman’s designs which use a lot of plastic on top on the controls and in some case plastic snow chutes as well. If you buy an Ariens it not going to make much difference if you buy it from HomeDepot or your local Mom & Pop hardware store because all warranty repair issues still have to go through an Authorized Ariens shop. If you’re local store is Ariens Certified you’re good to go otherwise you’ll have to seek out an Authorized Shop. Obviously after the warranty expires you could bring it wherever you like for service....

good one, I see what you did there

It's Veteran's Day, state offices are closed...

that what I figured, see edit..

Edit: If you are referring to our Gov and you were paying attention you would have realized he’s heading up Trump’s transition team which translates to he’ll be carving out a spot for himself in the new administration.. Either way CC will be out of here and we will likely get the Lt. Gov for the rest of his term

^ This just to add to what you said if the state of NJ gave it their blessing that doesn't mean an employer has too... IIRC I remember seeing something the news where some potheads in CO thought they had the all clear to fire-up but some employer's pushed back citing their drug policy. So yea, you might be able to roll your own but it doesn't mean you'll pass a employer piss test. Also I don't think you will see any CDL holders stocking up on bongs & rolling papers either unless they want give up driving.... On a personal note I don't care what other people do as long as it has no impact on me or my family.

Very nice, I especially like the third one down. The water reflection is outstanding

Two things happen when the state implements a new tax or fee. The first is the grandstanding down in Trenton when the politicians tell us how new revenue will be the fix-all for whatever the crisis of the day is... The second part is the abuse and waste will continue. Rest assured the politicians already have their cronies lined up in advanced to siphon funds off the top before any other spending protocols go into effect. Remember the Route 35 boondoggle, the politicians did another wonderful job there managing the Taxpayer’s money.

The fact that NJ has over 560 municipalities is enough to tell you the state is a fricken joke.