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    230v single phase motor on 208v 3ph

    A buck/boost transformer would be ideal to boost the voltage.
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    what disconnect/breaker panel question

    A disconnect or emergency disconnect is required by the most recent code editions for one & two family dwellings outside.
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    Unused dishwasher installation

    It could not hurt to run it outside to see how it runs, and it will be a better appliance then what is sold today, it used to be that Whirlpool or one of their brands like KitchenAid were my go to brand, they are, still better then garbage brands like LG (lousy Goods) or Samsung, in the end I...
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    Breakers and buss appear to be overheating on a long-term basis

    The only options I see is get a new panel that is not a Eaton BR, Eaton CH, Siemens You have 2, options, 1) buy the same POS panel & rob the interior for parts, 2) replace the whole panel, Eaton CH, Siemens, or SQ D Homeline are good choices. , If swapping interiors is chosen the circuit...
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    To be reactivated or not to be reactivated?

    A GFCI is code recognized for replacement of non grounding receptacles, but the test button will not function with out a equipment grounding conductor connected.
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    adding a dryer plug

    You cannot extend a existing 3 wire dryer receptacle, it has to be brought up to current code, they are only permitted in existing locations, no extensions or relocation.
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    Wiring 50amp outlet, but only 3 wires run to the disconnect

    If the feed is NM cable "Romex®" you will need to pull a new cable from panel, if is in pipe it might be possible to add a neutral but might not be easy, just running a neutral by it's self will not be code compliant.
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    Ground bar neutral bar connection

    The 2023 NEC has only been adopted by 5 States, so unless one is in CO, MA, MN, WY, or TX, might be still a bit premature to quote the 2023, Massachusetts always is first to adopt in the January of the year it comes out.
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    220v attic conduit question

    Do you have capacity to handle a tankless? Some models require up to 3-40A feeds to supply them, which could mean a upgrade of the service, I hate propane but I would consider it.
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    Twin and Earth American style

    At one time non metallic sheathed cable commonly known by the brand name "Romex®" formerly made by General Cable, now made by Southwire, had a 16 AWG ground wire in 12 and 14 AWG sizes, sometime after the adoption of the 1968 NEC, it was required that the grounding conductor in 10,12,14, AWG...
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    What is the age of fuse box.

    General Switch does not exist anymore either, last time I saw their brand for sale is when I stopped in a home center in Texas in early 2000 & saw their panels being on clearance. That fusible panel is old, by the late 1970's fusible panels were removed from the manufacturers catalogs
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    Why are metal electrical boxes so small (compared to PVC?)

    The old cable was AC, not MC, they each have their own NEC articles, and installation requirements, one difference is AC requires the use of anti short bushings, & MC does not, & older AC cable without a bond strip is not suitable for grounding, in a fault the armor could be glowing red if it is...
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    Backstabbing: electrician says all outlets in home should be replaced?

    You do realize this this thread dates back to 2020?😀
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    USA Ceiling Fan Box is Strange

    It would only be required if was prewired for a fan, but a good idea anyway, even if not wired for a fan/light someone will hang one even on a plastic box, bloody tenants hung fans off cut in boxes rated for fixtures 5 pounds max, ticked me off since they had no business messing with the wiring...
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    Adding a 20 AMP tandem circuit breaker

    Eaton BR is OEM for Challenger, notice the 2 catalog numbers on Eaton BR breakers, BRxxx, & Cxxx, a 20 ampere single pole would be BR120, & C120, the "C" is for Challenger.
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