need 30amp extention cord

I've been toying with the idea of making up 20, 30, 40, and 50 foot cords. When I do I'll use cord intended for low temperature use. It stays flexible below freezing. It would be cheaper to get the Walmart cord--but if you live where it freezes--watch out!

Hi Fred,

That's price gouging. In Canada the Michelins would sell for about $265 each (in June of 2013). I went with Toyo on the advice of the tire dealer for $225. Mine are 235/85R16 E. Canadian pricing of such items is often higher than in USA.

Golden_HVAC wrote:
The price of copper has gone way up in the past few years.

Check out the price of tires lately. When I bought a pair of tires in 2005, they where $175, by 2007 $215 each, and now they want about $300 each for the all steel tires - Michelin 235/85R16E Rib.

Fred.

have you priced scrap copper lately??? Your new cord could quite likely be made of stolen property!

Just for future reference, use Harbor Freight.
Wait until you see one of those 25% off coupons.
I just got a 10/3 25 foot for $31 delivered including CA sales tax.
I was happy with the quality.

$35 shipped is a good deal. Used to be able to get them $1 per foot but no more.

The price of copper has gone way up in the past few years.

Check out the price of tires lately. When I bought a pair of tires in 2005, they where $175, by 2007 $215 each, and now they want about $300 each for the all steel tires - Michelin 235/85R16E Rib.

Fred.

I have priced around several place to make my own 30 and 50 amp cords, and I have not found anywhere that I can make it myself cheaper than buying a pre-made one.

never mind, bought 25' on ebay for $35 delivered.
thanks for the thoughts

If you can get one for $40, you're doing good! You can always go to Lowe's and buy any length of 30 amp cord and attach the male and female ends. It might be cheaper and you can get any length you want that way.

Sorry man...

WalMart is about it for cheapness.