Where to Install a Wind Turbine | Missouri Wind and Solar

[@Just4FunFishing]

Thank you so much for this advice I had my windmill too low and thought I got ripped off after watching this I set it 35’ up past roofs and trees and it’s been producing power like crazy thanks to this video

[@MrBunkerstudio]

Man you talk the truth !!!! I subscribed after watching one of your videos, I've watched hundreds of complete bullshite vids and you talk my language !!! Thank god I found you!!

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

Glad you found us! Thanks for watching.

[@bensmithphoto]

I love how Jeff gives it to you straight, No beating around the bush, this is how it needs to be to work. Thanks for the videos

[@darelreimer7253]

BOY, am i glad you put this up for the layman to understand .I am JUST starting to get interested in wind power and THOUGHT it WAS the best but after watching this i can see they BOTH are a asset .YOU sure cleared up ALOT of questions i had !!

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

***** Your welcome Darel

[@raykiii]

Jeff, great job explaining wind. I saw a video of a guy in a city out east. He bought one of your wind generators and it did so well for him that he bought a second one years later. He had an L shaped house in a typical bedroom community, and mounted the generators on the front and back of his house, on the peaks of his house. He even got a bad core that you (Missouri Wind and Solar) replaced for him. He had nothing but good things to say about you all, from purchasing, to support, to customer satisfaction. It was a great video. He showed those turbines spinning and talked about how much better his system was keeping up with his demands on the batteries. I know location is everything, but if it works, isn't that a win?

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

Ray Konold I sure am glad to hear that. I have always really tried to help out people and solve any problems they might have with our wind turbines. Most people are pretty reasonable when it comes to them having one of my wind turbines in a not so good location. In the end if his system is now working for him then that's all that counts. I don't want anyone to be disappointed with there system no matter where they got it. Wind and solar does work and it should be on every home in America. Imagine someday no more nuclear power plants needed, no more need to store nuclear waste that will kill all of us for generations to come. No more coal plants and the deadly toxic coal ash they produce. Coal ash ponds have broke loose and contaminated rivers and drinking water with toxic chemicals.

[@jvh1756]

MissouriWindandSolar No more glowing green fishes. Lol I live 20 miles from a nuke plant. I figure when it blows I will get really great output from my wind turbine....briefly. Lol

[@starraven66jase429]

😂​@@jvh1756

[@livinright1]

"You gotta accept what ya got"! That says it all...what an awesome explanation + tutorial. Folks need to look at location and equipment :) LOVE LOVE this vid my friend-thx 4 sharing, Lisa

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

livinright Your welcome Lisa. And thanks for the nice comment. Jeff

[@serina_jung]

You're a fabulous teacher. Thank you for explaining the details.

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

Thank you so much!

[@dailylife6432]

I like the honesty its pretty much common sense, but not everyone has it.

[@MrKoladge]

Your the only one I listen to when it comes to Solar & Wind!! PERIOD!!!!!

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

Thank you!

[@NearlyNativeNursery]

People are showing their gross ignorance if they complain about wind turbine when their is no straight line winds. Great tutorial vid. Some one needed to tell the truth and this guy does it best!

[@soheilyazdani9517]

Thank you so very much. this is so informative. a very useful video I learned so much thank you again. I am very sorry to hear that ignorant people are making nonsensical statements.

[@elmermt]

Jeff ,very informative information. I have one question, where did you get the base for the wind turbine on the roof? Orhowdoes it looks like?

[@daibhiseaghdha153]

some people might start saying that their solar panels are " no good " at night, what do they expect, no common sense, mind you, common sense is not that common these days, some cannot think logically, you are doing a great job explaining, in layman's terms, because no body know every thing, enjoy all your videos.

[@andrewyi3202]

Thank you for sharing your expertise. I’m a novice and I’ve learned a lot while listening to your video. Thank you.

[@shamirkayum2815]

Thanks for all the videos, I learn so much. I previously had wind turbine at about 40 feet from ground and the do not perform, now release my error. I now have over 8,000 watts of solar panels but still need wind turbine for the nights. I will install a tower 80-100 feet and use wind turbine again.

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

+Shamir Kayum Cool.

[@johnfitbyfaithnet]

How did it go?

[@jonnycoolg]

I still come back to this video to explain to folks why their turbine isn't doing anything.

[@normanhooten9445]

Thank you for this info. I bought 2 turbines, a horizontal axis & a vertical axis type to compare the performance of each. I had planned to mount them on building roofs, but now realize the wind observed at that height is probably "dirty". You prevented a wasted effort on my 1st installation, & I plan to raise each on masts out in more open areas.

[@pikey_merican_88]

I for one am truly grateful for your time you take to provide information to us, it's very well explained and very detailed. Thanks again.

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you.

[@84homey]

I'm so pleased that Barney was happy in the end!

[@byondlight]

What a mean person.. your info was good up to the point of calling someone an idiot .

[@Wolflikeone]

I live in Losantville, IN at the top of a hill and I have regular winds of at least 10-15 MPH and was wondering what kind of turbine I should use?

[@notsheeple2019]

No bs and dead on information. We live off wind and solar power. This information is correct. Great video Jeff.

[@legeantdavid1937]

Thanks for this video Jeff, I have a boat and 300 Watts of solar panel, but during night I run out of power, so i decided to install a wind turbine 300, which work pretty good. As I mention it will not cover all my consummation but it charged the batteries

[@Old-DrO]

This should have more views its the basic knowledge you need to make a decision! Jeff you're the best!

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

Thank you!

[@eddp.2562]

Dirty wind and clean wind is everywhere. The science in wind technology is finding the clean sweet spot.

[@SKYHAWK0115]

I am still thinking about using a wind turbine and solar. Thanks for explaining it.

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

Thank you!

[@MarkH10]

With your Feed and Barney example at 20 minutes, I appreciate your observation, it works. I also appreciate your frustration with people who have no curiosity, or logic, who refuse to understand engineering basics, and refuse to investigate a matter. The Bible's book of Proverbs describes exactly that; " A wise man investigates a matter". I have a dream of off grid living, and you are my go to source for my power needs. You videos are not just successful for information dissemination, but I, at least will be buying from you.

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

Thanks Mark. Common sense will be the new super power.

[@dvkyser]

Great video Jeff. A guy with a channel on here called AZ OFF GRID, records videos about his progression to going off grid and he put up a micro wind turbine. He's not getting much power out of it, but it appears to be really moving. I dont think it's over 30 ft and there's a lot of trees around. He may be experiencing this turbulence. I'm going to forward this video to see if it will help. I'm taking notes on all this for when it's my time. Thanks again.

[@MrStromRider]

Thank you so much for a clear simple explanation Jeff. My partner and I are going off-grid producing all our own power here in Australia and you’ve given me much needed information. And yes I have and am considering a wind turbine from you since I first saw your product online.

[@alanpayne1442]

Cleared a lot of questions up about the problem of roof wind turbulence and what I call 'eddy currents' which affect turbine efficiency - thanks for your honest knowledge Geoff. I recall decades ago when a national UK company started to sell small wind generators for £1500 UK to urban dwellers and within 12 months the product was withdrawn due to customer complaints which you've just so clearly explained now. Good advice.

[@lsjr.3161]

excellent video, when i get to the point were i can buy turbines and solar i'm getting them from you. honest, informative and realistic. thanks.

[@gregledbetter5942]

Good God, great advice... Years ago my brother got up and full of money and invested in solar and wind. He lived on a hillside facing Clear Lake in California it was super windy there it would blow your hat off, his wind turbine would work sometimes but sometimes it was barely going or not at all. The majority of the wind he was getting was dirty wind. The hillside that the wind hit, the bushes and trees even though he was above them, yes it would blow your hat off... now and then when his wind turbine was really going, was a special occasion where the conditions were just right and you was catching the breeze from the right angle. This video helped explain what I witnessed.

[@George-ns9nz]

No it's good and right on. As an old kite flyer, I have a great understanding of what you say, and its so true.

[@colincampbell767]

Real glad I watched this. I was thinking about getting a wind generator for my house but now I know that I'm in a real bad place for wind power.

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

This video explains good and bad locations for a wind turbine.

[@RJM1011]

MissouriWindandSolar A GOOD honest video Thank you Jeff have a great week.

[@wabuminifarm3437]

MissouriWindandSolar I got to go about 80 foot in my area to get into my best clean winds ,, a tower like that is not going to happen any time soon for me ,, I try to explain that where I have my turbines located at and the power they are making for me Is very cool , My turbine mounts are probably the worst possible locations for my summer time winds, but they still work, I do not expect to get max potential power from my turbines in my locations dirty turbulent winds, especially where I have my turbines mounted , But I do get really good power during winter time and that is when I need it the most for my battery backup power setup :) Maybe the name Wind Turbine is confusing for some people ,, they think it means put it in the back yard behind a barn or something? I don't know ,,, IF YOU WANT POWER FROM A WIND TURBINE,, YOU GOT TO PUT IT IN THE WIND :) simple as that, heh

[@MadMarker]

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[@MadMarker]

CLOWNS!! BTW, LOVE YOUR CHANNEL MWS

[@jaysmith3259]

I loved the cartoon illustration you gave to remove the ignorance, absolutely hilarious!

[@seangibbons6520]

Great video. 100% Honest straight talker

[@taggart369519]

Thanks Jeff for your posts and videos. They're helpful and honest to help reduce our carbon footprints. We're adventuring here with trying a vertical axis turbine as an educational experience with my kids. Your attention to care is appreciated.

[@patriciamariemitchel]

Thank you for the eye opening tutorial.

[@briandaniels6054]

Jeff, love the honesty, and the FACTS you give., just want to let you know that your video wind turbines for beginners part one, the last couple of minutes there is no sound, and you are not able to hear about the last componet you install. thanks again for the great info!

[@fahedbaghdadi4644]

Thank you for such a wonderful presentation you are the only one could get this tech into my heads nicely

[@MrPeekabo]

very good advice,thank you,just about to install one,you saved me a lot of time and money

[@joebleed]

I LOLed at your last comment on the guy buying a $200 rig expecting to power his whole house. :) I just started looking into this. I've noticed the situations you're talking about and never thought about the turbulence in the wind being the issue. I just looked at it due to lots of gusting not working. which is basically the turbulence. Makes more sense to me when i remember to think about wind as a fluid. This video confirms if i want to try wind, i'm going to need a tower. I have a wall of trees and some silo in front of the normal ground wind direction. You look like you've had a bad few days seeing/dealing with these situations. Good luck. I'm enjoying, and appreciate, your informative videos.

[@RedWingsninetyone]

Basic aerodynamics. Not even complex aerodynamics. Very well explained.

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

Thanks

[@Larry342516]

Great video explaining where to place the wind turbine Jeff. Basically, if a person has doubts how high to put it up then get it up about 60 to 80 feet and you will not have any problems. Made a lot of sense what you said. Thanks for the video.

[@00styx00]

Honestly, I love your videos and thank you for explaining stuff in depth. Dont mind the trolls out there, they are everywhere and most of them are very , very , ill informed. I love the look and presentation of your product. I will be purchasing on of your 24v systems in the next few days because of these videos. Again thank you!

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

Thank you for watching!

[@majorpayne4098]

You are correct. I was going to enhance my 10KW solar system but the winds at 20 feet here would not work. This is an awesome video that confirmed my suspicions to not buy a wind system. Thank You

[@neojb7417]

We used to be youth sponsors for our church. We took these young adults all over the country volunteering. Detroit, The 9th ward in New Orleans, Lakota owned communities, etc.. Some of the coolest memories I have are from the drive to and from Denver (from K.C.). The flat part of western Kansas has amazing eye candy (wind farms 😉). Very impressive, almost like you are standing in front of the pyramids themselves.

[@paddyferris1793]

Thanks Jeff I’m considering installing a wind turbine in a less than desirable site, I was thinking my output would be limited, now I know! Still I’ll be happy to charge my batteries ,some is better than none! Cheers

[@DavidODuvall]

This is an excellent video about a serious topic for anyone considering the purchase of a wind turbine and/or solar panel. I must have watched some of the same videos that you referenced because I remember watching videos then laughing at the people complaining that their windmill doesn't produce when they show all of the surrounding buildings, trees, etc...

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

David Duvall Good, now i hope people get a better understanding of whats going on with those videos.

[@missyeckerman2458]

Thank you for given us this good information on how to install a Missouri Wind and Solar or any kind. I think this is a awesome Video.

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

Missy Eckerman Thanks Missy

[@pauldoe5893]

I love the honesty and the very useful information.

[@juliojimenez2097]

Good and simple way to explain how to install the right way our wind gens. Thanks a lot for the helpful info.

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

+Julio Jimenez Your welcome Julio, i hope i have saved you some trouble.

[@juliojimenez2097]

Yes sir you did. I'm planning to go off the grid and I'm very interested in your products.

[@maehay4065]

Jeff thank you for explaining the truth from the myths! Knowledge is a wonderful tool especially with an expert in your field and experience. Thank you very much. You are very down to earth which most of us really appreciate it. I know I certainly do. Merry Christmas to you and your family for 2016.

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

Thanks Mae and Merry Christmas to you and yours. Jeff

[@daver.9668]

Thanks so much for such clear explanations. We all know better than to completely accept what companies and (most) sales people say about the top performance of the products they are trying to sell. You have untangled a lot of questions I've had about wind turbines for a long time. By the way, you might want to mention an added perk if anyone putting up a wind turbine 60-80 feet is a radio operator. They can spend a tiny amount of extra effort and add a vertical antenna to the pole on which they are putting up the generator. Thanks again. Dave, WD4HEW

[@dianna83301]

I think your spot on, people buy things and really don't know what their doing, ,myself included. Though I had no plans for wind I do for a few solar panels in addition with regular electric, to cut cost.and once I learn more perhaps replace the dreaded electric bill. I do all my own stuff and times like this is when help is greatly needed but I don't have that. Therefore I will continue to read and learn until I feel near expert and tackle the task. Good video, hope those having the issues listen, in my experience many of them will remain the same. You tried and that's what matters.

[@peterward5723]

Full of practical information and clearly explained. Thanks Jeff

[@PentaxLife]

You so right Jeff. I made my on wind tunnel Using my 30' RV and garage . Charges my battles and that all I need it to do.

[@PentaxLife]

Hi Jeff any good deals with the freedom 1 12v just the motor thanks.

[@donaldsmith3048]

Thank you for this information! This kind of information needed to be out for everyone that is thinking about wind and solar. I live in town and have been thinking about solar and wind. I am in South Florida we get a lot of rain and there for over cast.. If I had not seen your videos I would have wasted my money with wind, because even with a 60 foot tower I may not get much power from wind because there are taller trees and building around me. I can feel the wind but it isn't clean wind I can tell because it comes from all around. I have a 60 ft Rohm tower and was going to put one on it will not work because there is so many things must higher around!! THANK YOU FOR THE INFORMATION!!

[@innodass]

From Africa. Thanks Jef trully instructive.

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

+Innocent Dassanou Your welcome and thanks for watching my video Jeff

[@jcazur70]

Hi Jeff. I got addicted watching your very informative and unbiased videos. I hope I can own any of your products in the near future.

[@jvh1756]

I bought one of your turbines and I live in the suburbs. I have it installed at 20 feet but I have open area to the north and west, which is where I get most of my wind. I have been known to get 25 amps at 24 vdc. I did a wind survey of my property to find the best place to place it. I added a 144 watt solar panel to compliment the turbine. Do your pre-placement homework. I have an 800 watt turbine. I was the only person with electricity during hurricane Sandy. Have realistic expectations. On a really good month I knocked off $95 off my electric bill.

[@wabuminifarm3437]

Jim H I agree totally, I bought this house and I grew up in the area , But, Before I bought any turbines, I still tested the winds at my house for 2 years ,, Then I knew where to place my first 2 turbines, trying to make sure I can get the most wind power during my windy winter season, for my backup battery bank charging :) Learn your areas winds before you buy a turbine , probably the best advice to anyone new thinking about buying a wind turbine ,,

[@pyramydseven]

Can you give me a bit of advice on how to do that testing? I also have trees and a bit of unlevel land.

[@steveclark7918]

I'm in UK . Great videos. We had a Depot store that gave up selling micro turbines as the were fitted so low and so small the weren't worth the buck.

[@tdronet]

You are right about the wind turbines I fly an airplane and have to master knowledge of the wind and the wind turbulence.

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

***** Being a pilot you would know better then anyone then. I have talked to a lot of pilots over the years about wind turbine designs and updrafts etc. Got a lot of good info from you guys.

[@flanksinatra3785]

Excellent, excellent video. Very well said. Very well put. You have gained my respect.

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

Thank you!

[@theafrican6689]

I'm really enjoying your explanations!

[@highamps101]

Great video & I think that I may have made a few mistakes also with my installation. I do think I can overcome it to some degree with more height but I'm not sure if it would be wise to take the chance. I may just add more solar although I'd love to be able to harness power after the sun goes down. Thanks for the informative videos you produce!

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

+highamps101 Glad you found something in this video. Just trying to help. I hope you can get your problem figured out.

[@DomX2008]

Great information and straight to the point, I have a 500w 48v wind turbine that was up 21ft and I was happy with the peaks it was getting with rectifier connected to a 36v battery bank ( expecting losses due to windings for higher volts and height factors) and accepted due to environmental factors it was never going to generate what the m/s vs power chart suggests, I think more people should watch this video as a fantastic debunk on the " I got sold a duff turbine" which is littered all over KZbin as you say! Thanks

[@jeffry934]

Good job Jeff

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

Thanks!

[@jimjakosh2506]

Great presentation! I'll be calling you!

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

Thanks!

[@philstat100]

Hey Jeff: This is the second video of yours that I watched. Great information! I need to watch all of your videos to keep learning. Thank You. I have land up in a mountain area about 4 hours away with lots of trees. I have to go and look at it better to see what would be best. Again Thank You. P.S. Finally someone That knows what he is talking about. Thank You Lord.

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

+phillip staton Your welcome Phillip and thanks for taking the time to watch my videos.

[@herbfletcher]

Wind turbine police! Love it

[@rickydixon285]

Thank you for giving me some understanding

[@StBernardAcres]

Great video Jeff. Confirms my thoughts of putting them on the peak of my barn. It would be about 60 ft in there air, and nothing around it. We have predominately west winds, and the roof faces the north/south. Mine will be about 10' above the peak of the barn.

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

The Homestead At St. Bernard Acres Sounds like a real good spot if you ask me. No tower to mess with and pretty good wind up there. You should get some nice power.

[@wabuminifarm3437]

The Homestead At St. Bernard Acres 10 foot off the peek of the roof seems to do well for me in my location,, Sometimes when all you have is dirty winds, you just have to pick your best dirty wind locations, add a few turbines, and hope for the best, that's what I do :) It works for me and my setup , still building it , lol

[@johnfitbyfaithnet]

How did it go?

[@creepykong4222]

Very logic informative video.Thanks

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

Thank you!

[@jwrhynejr.6689]

Very informative. I don't use wind or solar power yet but am thinking about becoming a user soon. Glad I found this site. Thank you for the information.

[@meradu2]

Hello Jeff I like the video and I do agree that the wind 💨 is turbulent between houses lol I got my first 2 line kite in 2004’ in Florida and try to fly it at the beach with buildings next to the beach and it was not working lol now I now that any trees 🌲or homes is not a safe place to fly a kite or a wind turbine Thank you for your video Have a bless day

[@Monza3669]

This is a great video, I bought a wind turbine and solar system from you all about 4 months ago when I lived in NC. I haven’t even unboxed it yet was waiting till I got in my new place in NM. I have now moved to NM can’t wait to get it all hooked up and going. Just want to thank you so much for the videos you put out!

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

Thanks for sharing!

[@earthenergyhex]

old but very good video.

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

Thanks!

[@trenthogan4212]

35 meters (98.4 ft) is what I was thinking would be good and from what you say it sounds good. Another great video, thanks

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

+Trent Hogan Thanks Trent. And thanks for taking the time to watch my videos.

[@bushshaman8265]

Thanks for the good info Missouri Wind and Solar

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

Bush Shaman Your welcome.

[@dondep]

Jeff, or anyone that knows - have you done a video on how to install an 80'--100' tower along with the cabling? I'm an avid new subscriber and watched a few but don't remember if I've seen anything yet about that. Already have solar but I want a multi-fueled off-grid situation. Thanks for all the hard work you put into these videos for all we common folk that will gain from your experience. Much respect. EDIT. FOUND THE 2-PART. Took all of one minute. Embarrassed.

[@billiamc1969]

Excellent explanation...thanks very much!!!!

[@rpstomar6913]

Excellent. Thanks. But are the vertical turbines useful? Could you do a video on it.

[@chevyforddodge4x4]

Great video Jeff keep up the great videos !

[@dansong.tolman2793]

Great videos. Easy to understand. Can I find a controller that outputs 110 or 220V?

[@royholman3467]

Nice job on the video 👍

[@GEORGE-jf2vz]

I always thought of wind, solar and hydro as complementing each other not competing against each other.

[@SyntaxScout]

good video well done !!

[@yankey4]

Clean wind is the key!! Thanks Brother.

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

yankey4 Your welcome.

[@kadejahbeggs3109]

You always showing wind turbine spinning but not showing the wats and amps. We want to see 👀 what power they makes

[@marbbridges]

I love this, tell it like it is. Common sense is not so common anymore.

[@OliverDagumMusic]

Hi Jeff I started watching your video about dump loads and then saw another one of your video explanations about turbulent winds best straight out truth information people need. I subscribed. I am a military vet and i have always been interested in learning how to install this as a business. I'm in New Jersey. Do you know any places that teaches these classes as a course for both wind and solar?

[@anthony11987]

Good job jeff will explain and I will always recommend Missouri wind and solar

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

Lawrence Schell Thanks Lawrence, i won't let ya down

[@josegonzalezrinconusmc4150]

Hello I really enjoy your videos,there very informative.I live in Puerto Rico on the coast,can you recommend a wind generator?

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

Yes, absolutely. If you'll reach out to us at [e-mail] with your wind speed, we can recommend the best blade type and quantity to give you the best performance.

[@Captain_Dirk]

Great informative video. Thanx!

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

Thank you!

[@localfriendsnearme6337]

Well done excellent excellent

[@percybrown9191]

Love the volume now!

[@llkwildcattt]

I like good clean affordable efficient Nuclear power. Its the best thing on the market. In the near future people will be able to manufacture there own Nuclear energy.

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

And the Nuclear waste is so easy to get rid of, just bury it in the back yard. A little radiation never hurts anyone.

[@oisin1980]

I've learned so much from all of your videos. It might seem like a question with a broad range of answers but basically I want to know what kind of turbine I should get for my 26ft yacht with 2 deep cycle house batteries. All 12v. I do realise I'll need a dump load. I live in Ireland where the only problem I would have is to much wind. Solar is useless here as we never get sun. Thank you

[@MissouriWindandSolar]

Best thing to do is reach out to our sales team at [e-mail] or 417-708-5359.

[@rodbates9047]

Well said all very relevant. Very similar in a way to good old benulie ( aeroplanes) they too work better at height

[@jwilb007]

i understood every bit of it

[@snakeclaw]

love the vids. do you have a vid that demonstrates the panels and system required to run a portable room a/c unit?