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    Jul 27, 2005, 12:59 PM
    Electrical conduit
    I am running a new exterior line to a carport to install two fluorescent lights in the ceiling of a "V" shaped aluminum 2 car carport. The underside of the carport reaches very hot temperatures during the summer months, metal parts are burning hot to the touch. I undersatnd I need to use exterior rated devices with GFI protection, etc. what type conduit should I use? The difference in cost of EMT vs. rigid donduit is substantial, will EMT be okay, or must be the heavier walled rigid conduit?
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    Jul 27, 2005, 04:26 PM
    If you are planning on having the carport indefinitely, you might go with the metal. Even if it is rated to take it, the heat might eventually get to the EMT.
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