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Old 05-31-2009, 03:07 AM   #2 (permalink)
wrench97
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Re: Outlet 1940-->2009

Most likely you only have 2 wires feeding the outlets the netural and the hot, the 3 prong outlets require 3 wires netural, hot and ground.
Local municipalities usually have building codes which control what you do yourself most will require a registered licensed electrician and require a a complete rewire. You may be able to run a few new outlets from the main panel to where you need them and leave the existing wiring alone all depends on local laws and of course your existing main panel.
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