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Want to keep life simple without giving up the comforts? Our
product line focuses on alternative energy systems components (and energy-saving products) that are the
most user-friendly for the best price. We work with you to ensure that you
get a system customized to your cruising style and location.
Our featured product is the KISS High Output wind generator made in Trinidad, West Indies, and
rated the #1 wind generator afloat in a well-known and highly respected sailing equipment survey!
You'll see the KISSmobile at many of the major sailboat shows and gatherings.
Unfortunately, the KISSmobile in its old age has become a visual disgrace and has been replaced by a
white Ford F350, a slide-in camper, and a trailer pulled behind... quite a lengthy beast to maneuver
and to park!
Please visit our Products page to see more great stuff that fits the
KISS principle.
Florida Solar Contractor Certification
John passed his Florida State Solar Contractor's Exam. Along with his years of experience living with renewable energy,
conducting seminars on solar power and wind power, and designing and installing systems for customers, this further qualifies him to do
residential photovoltaic consultation, site surveys and system designs.
John is willing to work closely with your electrician during installation to ensure quality. And he can assist you with the paperwork
required to qualify you for the substantial Florida State solar rebates and federal tax credits available for grid-tied solar electric systems.
Questions About Solar?
Solar panels at EcoFarm in Florida
As we've worked with our customers to help them pick the best solar energy solution, we've compiled a list of commonly
asked questions, and our answers, into a Solar Energy FAQ. You might also be
interested in analyzing your onboard or onland energy requirements using our Energy Audit Worksheet
(download chart | download instructions).
Hotwire Enterprises recently designed and installed the first-ever solar grid inter-tie system in Hillsborough County, Florida.
Our customer, EcoFarm of Plant City, is now producing its solar power for home and business as well as feeding occasional
surplus electricity back to the power grid!
Hotwire Has Moved AGAIN!
We're still in Tarpon Springs, Florida, a picturesque little town on the Anclote River about four miles up-river
from the Gulf of Mexico.
Tarpon Springs is at the northern terminus of peninsular Florida's Gulf Coast Intra-Coastal Waterway. We're still
within walking distance for transients tied up at the City Marina in the heart of Tarpon Springs' Greek sponge-diving
tourist center and Greek cuisine heaven!! (And don't miss the belly-dancing on the weekends!)
We're just 3 short blocks north of the bridge over the Anclote River and then one block west. Our new
address is 102 West Fulton Street, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34689. It's only 2 blocks north of our previous shop but a much
shorter commute for us! Phones, fax and e-mails have not changed.
We know the best places in town to eat and lots of great places along the river to get a cold sundowner and watch
the sun go down. Give us a call or come on over!

The KISSmobile
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Rarely use the engine. Customer emai:
John & Libby
By the way, I never told you and John how much I appreciate all the time and help you gave me with the solar panels. They worked great through the Bahamas and up the east coast. I rarely have to use the engine to get a charge.
Bruce Rosenthal aboard s/v Te Oigo
Picture of a KISS Wind Generator from Bob and Kathleen on Windshadow.
Love Our KISS!: Another email from a happy customer.
John & Libby
I would like to thank both of you for your help and support in providing us with an awesome wind generator!
We launched our boat after 3.5 years of restoration. I turned on our refrigerator/freezer the moment we launched.
We have been out quite a bit since that day and we never ever hear the wind generator yet it compensates for all the electrical needs we have while we are sailing. I have left the boat for 3-4 days and when I come back on board my main bank is no lower than 95% charged.
We live in Rhode Island which is not the best for constant winds but so far we LOVE THE KISS!!!
Thanks for all your help.
Scott Chapin
Email from a Customer: We got this great email from Chuck and Linda.
John & Libbie
I just wanted to say that you folks provide the best customer service of any marine based product I have ever used.
Responsive - how about 30 minute turn around on email questions. I just about fell out of my chair!
Product Satisfaction: If a customer's not happy with the product or if we think there is a problem you will make it right.
When we had some small issues with the KISS that we didn't think was right you made it right by us very quickly.
Heck you even loaned us a hand-held wind indicator.
Many people in the marine industry could learn a very good lesson from the way you two run a business.
Thank you again.
Chuck Houlihan
Linda Edeiken
Jacaranda
Allied 39
Mazatlan, Mexico
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