alan279
American expat in Brazil
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Registration: 25 December 2022
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Three Phase Power in Brasil by alan279
If there are three overhead power lines on every street in my neighborhood, is that 3 phase power? With transformers distributing 127 volt and 220 volt electricity to shops and residences? Does that sound correct?Can I install a 50 kw DC fast ...
@Pablo888 I have two engineering degrees and I never do DIY electrical work. 😀 Read More
Three Phase Power in Brasil by alan279
If there are three overhead power lines on every street in my neighborhood, is that 3 phase power? With transformers distributing 127 volt and 220 volt electricity to shops and residences? Does that sound correct?Can I install a 50 kw DC fast ...
@alan279 And I can't send you a photo on this platform. Read More
Three Phase Power in Brasil by alan279
If there are three overhead power lines on every street in my neighborhood, is that 3 phase power? With transformers distributing 127 volt and 220 volt electricity to shops and residences? Does that sound correct?Can I install a 50 kw DC fast ...
@Pablo888 We have 127v and 220v power to houses here. Read More
Three Phase Power in Brasil by alan279
If there are three overhead power lines on every street in my neighborhood, is that 3 phase power? With transformers distributing 127 volt and 220 volt electricity to shops and residences? Does that sound correct?Can I install a 50 kw DC fast ...
@Peter Itamaraca I have a new green (color) transformer in front of my apartment from four years ago. There are three overhead wires on the street. The transformer has three inputs and three outputs. I have 127v and 220v outlets in my apartment. Read More
Three Phase Power in Brasil
If there are three overhead power lines on every street in my neighborhood, is that 3 phase power? With transformers distributing 127 volt and 220 volt electricity to shops and residences? Does that sound correct?Can I install a 50 kw DC fast ... Read More
Fish Prices by alan279
I paid R$120 per kilogram today for fresh sea bass filet. And R$95 for fresh salmon filet from Chile.Are these prices typical in other cities in Brazil?
Okay, so what is the price of picanha? Read More
Fish Prices by alan279
I paid R$120 per kilogram today for fresh sea bass filet. And R$95 for fresh salmon filet from Chile.Are these prices typical in other cities in Brazil?
I'm surprised you have a dearth of fish and seafood in BrasÃlia. You're a two hour flight from the ocean. Surely there is demand in BrasÃlia, no? Read More
Fish Prices by alan279
I paid R$120 per kilogram today for fresh sea bass filet. And R$95 for fresh salmon filet from Chile.Are these prices typical in other cities in Brazil?
Fresh salmon from Chile is flown into Ilhéus on Thursdays. Read More
Fish Prices by alan279
I paid R$120 per kilogram today for fresh sea bass filet. And R$95 for fresh salmon filet from Chile.Are these prices typical in other cities in Brazil?
Octopus tentacles are R$65 per kilo, grouper is R$90. Read More
Fish Prices by alan279
I paid R$120 per kilogram today for fresh sea bass filet. And R$95 for fresh salmon filet from Chile.Are these prices typical in other cities in Brazil?
Sea bass and salmon are the most expensive fish here in Ilhéus. There are many other fish and seafood options at lower prices. Read More
Fish Prices
I paid R$120 per kilogram today for fresh sea bass filet. And R$95 for fresh salmon filet from Chile.Are these prices typical in other cities in Brazil? Read More
SUS for Dummies by alan279
I need to learn what services SUS offers and how to navigate the bureaucracy. Can anyone point me to a "SUS for Dummies"?Thanks.Alan
@abthree I'm taking naproxen for the joint pain.Oops, dup post. Read More
SUS for Dummies by alan279
I need to learn what services SUS offers and how to navigate the bureaucracy. Can anyone point me to a "SUS for Dummies"?Thanks.Alan
@roddiesho What are the temps there? Read More
SUS for Dummies by alan279
I need to learn what services SUS offers and how to navigate the bureaucracy. Can anyone point me to a "SUS for Dummies"?Thanks.Alan
@roddiesho Sorry, I've had a virus for a week. Everyone has had it, I've heard. Anyway, I'm better today. I rode my trike around the bay and stopped at the supermarket. I now have veggies! And it's winter. 🥶That's the news from here.Alan Read More
SUS for Dummies by alan279
I need to learn what services SUS offers and how to navigate the bureaucracy. Can anyone point me to a "SUS for Dummies"?Thanks.Alan
@abthree Naproxeno sodico twice a day works Read More