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Posted By GregH

What you are asking about is a fairly serious...

What you are asking about is a fairly serious modification to a design I presume has been proven by the manufacturer.
Not sure if anyone could offer suggestions that you could be sure was safe....
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Posted By GregH

Not really a problem.

The reason tap water is not recommended is because some tap water has a high mineral content and over time and multiple additions of water/antifreeze it could foul your system.
One addition of water...
01-08-23, 02:52 PM
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Posted By GregH

I'm going to flat out tell you to replace the...

I'm going to flat out tell you to replace the whole condensing units!
Do I win the prize or does others who just discourage you win it? 😊
Those units would have Scroll compressors in them which are...
12-13-22, 03:28 PM
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Posted By GregH

I would not recommend this type of faucet. It...

I would not recommend this type of faucet.
It is obviously underpriced compared to a similar domestic faucet.
I purchased a similar bar sink faucet for filtered water and it did last a a couple...
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Posted By GregH

You might want to just replace the plug on the...

You might want to just replace the plug on the end of the cord.
This a weak spot most heaters.
08-23-22, 04:40 AM
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Posted By GregH

The 15 amp rating of a conductor is based on...

The 15 amp rating of a conductor is based on building construction rules and is tied in with the capacity of the breaker that protects it
Cords and internal wiring fall under fixture wiring rules....
08-19-22, 07:22 PM
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Posted By GregH

An ac system does not consume refrigerant during...

An ac system does not consume refrigerant during operation.
Theoretically it would last forever.
Did they find the leak?
08-19-22, 07:15 PM
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Posted By GregH

If an ac is properly sized it will run nearly...

If an ac is properly sized it will run nearly 100% of the time during the highest temps you normally see.
This will give you maximum dehumidification and the longest system life.
If you are having...
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Posted By GregH

Also, check to make sure the mechanism isn't...

Also, check to make sure the mechanism isn't jammed with a stuck staple.
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Posted By GregH

You need to be carefull of items on the Walmart...

You need to be carefull of items on the Walmart website.
Not sure if US Walmart is the same as ours but a food processor we were interested in because of the unbelievably low price was inexpensive...
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Posted By GregH

In fabrication shops aluminum is often cut on a...

In fabrication shops aluminum is often cut on a table saw so it might
be able to cut some types of types of thin steel but not without risk.
My biggest concern is that it would be difficult to...
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Posted By GregH

I presume you have a hose reel with a 1/4" female...

I presume you have a hose reel with a 1/4" female pipe thread and a hose with a 1,/4" male pipe thread.
You do not need a swivel connector to install the hose.
Stretch out the hose in a straight...
03-20-22, 11:59 AM
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Posted By GregH

As said, monitoring water pressure will not tell...

As said, monitoring water pressure will not tell you if a rodent makes a hole in your waterline.
The flow rate that would cause the pressure to drop enough to trip a pressure switch would be too...
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Posted By GregH

The inspection plugs on most pressure vessels use...

The inspection plugs on most pressure vessels use a hardening pipe thread sealant.
Yours most certainly could be held in place by rust but to remove them would require them to be heated enough to...
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Posted By GregH

A small pair of vice grips make an excellent...

A small pair of vice grips make an excellent handle for a saw blade.
You could use a bench grinder to shape it into what you need.
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Posted By GregH

I have used that type of welder and they work...

I have used that type of welder and they work but have found them to have had an unstable arc, especially when used at maximum settings.
Not sure if others have experienced this but if yours has...
11-17-21, 02:37 AM
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Posted By GregH

Welcome to our forums!

Keep in mind that this damper will close when the temperature is satisfied but because it does not control the furnace you will have no heat when the upstairs is warm enough.
In our cold climate a...
11-17-21, 02:19 AM
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Posted By GregH

You must be referring to fiberboard sheathing....

You must be referring to fiberboard sheathing. (https://www.menards.com/main/building-materials/panel-products/fiberboard-panels/1-2-x-4-x-8-fiberboard-sheathing/1631009/p-1519716718282.htm)
This...
11-11-21, 03:54 PM
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Posted By GregH

If you use a 2 stage thermostat, properly wired...

If you use a 2 stage thermostat, properly wired there is no need to convert to single stage.
Your situation is why they make them.
When the first stage is satisfied the second stage will never come...
11-09-21, 12:17 PM
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Posted By GregH

When you say radiant are you referring to the...

When you say radiant are you referring to the in-floor heat?
If so, is there insulation under the slab?
It's good if there is but if not your in-floor heat may cost more than you think because of...
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Posted By GregH

You said you only replaced a wire on the pigtail....

You said you only replaced a wire on the pigtail.
As said, the pigtail likely has more damage or loose connectors and replacing it may fix your problem.
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Posted By GregH

Duct sanitizing is not a legitimate service. I...

Duct sanitizing is not a legitimate service.
I presume there is an assumption that spraying a chemical in a duct might kill germs or offer some other benefit but it will not.

What does work is of...
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Posted By GregH

If you do this often you could fabricate a jig...

If you do this often you could fabricate a jig and use a plasma cutter.
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Posted By GregH

Ok. You are putting together a trailer that is...

Ok.
You are putting together a trailer that is able to carry substantial weiight.
Tires designed and stamped for trailer duty do not have to operate under steering conditions and as such have...
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Posted By GregH

Someone experienced with a 4 1/2" grinder could...

Someone experienced with a 4 1/2" grinder could put a different profile on the broken edge.
If not it would make sense to replace it as suggested.
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