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DIY Portable Solar Generator

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Why Buy an Expensive Generator When You Can Build Your Own?

There are all kinds of products and gadgets out there marketed to preppers and survivalists.

It can get overwhelming at times. Which ones are worth the money? Which ones are you better off without? How can you tell the difference?

If there's one thing I know for sure, it's that if you want something done right you have to do it yourself. That's why I'm a big proponent and building your own survival gear if at all possible.

Sure, it takes extra time and effort…but it's worth it to know that you haven't been sold a faulty product, and to know that you'll be able to repair it if something goes wrong. Not to mention, you'll probably save some money in the process.

Ensure You and Your Family Are Never Caught In The Dark Again!

The article below teaches you how to build your own solar power generator. This will be great to have if and when a disaster occurs (such as an EMP attack) that renders traditional power sources useless or unavailable.

Check out the full article below, and be sure to share your thoughts with us in the comments.

The Ultimate Guide to Building a Personal (and truly portable) Prepper's Solar Generator

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