Would it be illegal to slow the meter down using an unintrusive and external method? (i.e. coils, magnets, etc.)

Just how are the laws written? If it's property laws, then as long as we don't touch 'em, can we do what we want?!?!

Just curious... [Linked Image]

I've heard stories of various things...
Drilling the rivet on the hasp for the lock/seal, open the meterbase, gingerly open the brass seal in back, open the meter, back out the F-S screw, or put super-glue in the bearings, or create drag with a nail, etc.
Re-rivet the hasp and paint grey.

Something about necessity being the mother of invention?

Rates in WV are very good... about 7.8 cents per KWh. My bill is about $45 per month, so I have no complaints. Still, it's amazing what people will do to save a few bucks!


[This message has been edited by sparky66wv (edited 05-04-2001).]

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