Recent content by MarkInIowa

Thanks pattenp. How long should the "jumper" wire be between the splicer/reducer and the breaker? I would think it would be best to keep that as short as possible since it would be a current-limiting section.

Thanks for your responses. I'm planning to pick up the 2-2-2-4 MHF tomorrow. I'm running the MHF in PVC conduit from the feed panel up through the attic, down the wall, and underground to the new building (2-2-2-4 MHF in conduit all the way from old panel to new panel). I think I have...

First post! I've read through lots of posts on Garage Journal and others. Very good information and I want to run my electric plan by those with experience here. Background I have two detached buildings on my property: a 3+ car garage and a new 30x40 pole barn. I'll refer to these as the...