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    Jul 4, 2010, 03:02 PM
    Can I add a 60 amp GFI (for new hot tub) to my 100 amp service panel?
    I bought a used hot tub. It comes with a 60 amp gfi switch. My home has 100 amp panel. I presently have 5 small pony boxes off the main panel. It is old style glass screw in fuses. House built in '68. Can I just add another pony box rated for 60 amp fuses ? If not, do I then need to rewire my panel with a new 200 amp panel? And if so would the existing lines from the road be sufficient or would they need to be upgraded as well?
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    Jul 4, 2010, 03:24 PM

    It is almost definite that you need a complete service upgrade to 200A, not just the panel.
    The line from the street is the power company's responsibility, typically everything else is yours. IE: Service entrance cables/conductors, meter pan, panel, grounding/bonding.

    This is not a bad thing as it will certainly clean up the mess you likely have there now.
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