"John Grabowski" wrote in message
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On May 27, 4:13?pm, "RBM" wrote:
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A new friend asked me.......

He has a FPE stab loc 100 amp main panel, and knows this model can
cause fires. worse his panel has many 1/2 breakers, panel is maxed out
with around 28 circuits. ABSOLUTELY JAMMED

he wonders about replacing the 100 amp panel with a 200 amp, to get 40
breakers, and swap out for now the main 200 amp breaker for a 100 amp?

he has never had a main breaker trip, his problem is FPE, and number
of circuits. h

So Haller, you're finally getting around to replacing YOUR fire hazard
FPE
panel are you. Well, you can't swap a 200 amp main breaker for a 100 amp,
simply because it won't fit, but you can do what gfretwell recommends, or
simply spend a few more bucks and do the complete service

actyually my FPE was replaced near a year ago. my buddy looked to
answers from me since I had been thru this, but wanted to DIY the
project.

he basically wired his home and did a good job, but doesnt want to
bother with permits etc



Could you please explain the logic behind wiring a home and changing the
service, but not wanting to get the work inspected. I don't understand
the reasoning behind this. As a contractor I welcome inspections because
they reaffirm that my work was done properly and should an issue of
liability arise in the future I have evidence that an independent party
found my work to be safe and compliant.

John, you missed the point. It was inspected and found to be "a good job" by
Hallerb