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Forum: Ducting, Air Circulation and Ventilation Systems
01-17-10, 08:59 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,152
Posted By ERIKGENE

Whole House Electronic Air Filer

I'm thinking of Installing a Whole House Electronic Air Filter such as the Honeywell F300.

Some House information - 2 story 2400 sq, the returns are centralized in one main trunk runing from the...
Forum: Wells, Sump Pumps and Septic Sewage Systems
05-17-06, 06:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,911
Posted By ERIKGENE

I had read the inside of the presure dial, the...

I had read the inside of the presure dial, the out side is in PSI.
Anyway its a Welxtrol 205x, The numbers in PSI: Standing 56, startup 35, cutoff 60
I tested the air valve and water came out so...
Forum: Wells, Sump Pumps and Septic Sewage Systems
05-17-06, 04:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,911
Posted By ERIKGENE

Water Pressure Problem

My water pressure in my house has just started to fluctuate.
This happens at any water source, sink, shower, etc. The pressure seems fine, dropps off and then comes up pretty quickly.

The...
Forum: Plumbing and Piping
05-17-06, 10:30 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 720
Posted By ERIKGENE

Water Pressure Flucuates

I have a well water. Recently the water presure has been flucuating while in use. The water while in use will be normal force, than it will oscilate in pressure down and then come back up within...
Forum: Hardware and Fasteners
03-13-06, 02:33 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,569
Posted By ERIKGENE

Identifying Manufacturer

My hinge for my lazy susan corner cabinet broke. I'm trying to identify the manufacture so I can search for a new one.

The hinge has a logo which looks like PAc-Man (circle with a slice taken...
Forum: Rugs, Carpets and Carpeting
11-19-05, 05:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 18,805
Posted By ERIKGENE

If your friend is handy I would go the skill saw...

If your friend is handy I would go the skill saw route. If your dragging that badley it sounds like you may need about a 1/4 off the bottom - a lot to belt sand.

I would use a clean piece of...
Forum: Fireplaces, Wood Burning and Heating Stoves, Flues and Chimneys
09-14-05, 06:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,245
Posted By ERIKGENE

Replaceing Precast Firebrick

I have a wood burning fireplace where the precast firebrick has cracked.
The cracks are significant end to end and through and need replacing. I removed the walls, back and floor, now I need to...
Forum: Air Conditioning and Cooling Systems
08-29-05, 06:12 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 932
Posted By ERIKGENE

A Coil And Compressor

For identical SEER ratinings and identical tonage Are A Coils matched by manufacture, meaning you really should use Brand "X" compressor and Brand "X" A-Coil or for identical SEER ratings and tonage...
Forum: Air Conditioning and Cooling Systems
08-06-05, 01:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,303
Posted By ERIKGENE

He did indicate that the uint was charged till...

He did indicate that the uint was charged till system took no additional charge.

Oh boy :confused: You may be ok but I wonder. It may be worth it to call the installing contractor and request...
Forum: Air Conditioning and Cooling Systems
08-05-05, 04:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,303
Posted By ERIKGENE

Light worked great unit was thawed by morning. ...

Light worked great unit was thawed by morning. Unit was short on Freon so much for the unit being pre-charged for 15' of line set & coil. The unit was checked at all fittings for leaks none found,...
Forum: Air Conditioning and Cooling Systems
08-04-05, 08:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,303
Posted By ERIKGENE

I took off the ductwork, I also have a...

I took off the ductwork, I also have a herrmidifer which lands a 5" duct right on the left side of the A-Coil (which is frozen of course) perfect access point for a light. I also took off the door...
Forum: Air Conditioning and Cooling Systems
08-04-05, 05:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,303
Posted By ERIKGENE

New Install Problems

Just got a new Ducane 4 Ton 12 Seer with new A coil installed yesterday (WED) and it don't work. The techs are coming back in the morning (FRI) but I need to be prepared with some knowledge.

A...
Forum: Ducting, Air Circulation and Ventilation Systems
08-03-05, 11:57 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 963
Posted By ERIKGENE

air filter options - which is best

I just replaced a 4 ton unit with a Ducane. I currently have the 1" in-line filter. The installers recommended upgrading the air filter and gave a few choices.

Media Filter
Electrostatic...
Forum: Air Conditioning and Cooling Systems
07-31-05, 07:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 8,597
Posted By ERIKGENE

$600.00 difference is a lot of hairs. Thats why...

$600.00 difference is a lot of hairs. Thats why I'm trying to determine what the $600.00 buys besides a name plaque.
Forum: Air Conditioning and Cooling Systems
07-31-05, 06:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 8,597
Posted By ERIKGENE

DUCANE (LENNOX) vs. Trane

Can anyone tell me what they think of Ducane (Lennox) central airs units.

I'm looking to install a 4 ton 12 seer unit at a cost of $2,600.00 to replace a current uniit (Lux Air builder special).
...
Forum: Air Conditioning and Cooling Systems
06-13-05, 06:20 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,075
Posted By ERIKGENE

Thanks for the feedback, this site has saved many...

Thanks for the feedback, this site has saved many from the not so straight contractor!!!
Forum: Air Conditioning and Cooling Systems
06-13-05, 06:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,075
Posted By ERIKGENE

Thanks for all your responses so far, have the...

Thanks for all your responses so far, have the last question I hope,
since I'm in for a new compressor and coil should I replace it with R410A
a contractor today said with all the new regs coming...
Forum: Air Conditioning and Cooling Systems
06-12-05, 07:58 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,075
Posted By ERIKGENE

I went to the American Standard site, and I saw...

I went to the American Standard site, and I saw Trane listed there as well, does American make Trane ?

From what your e-mails say is American virtually the same as Trane, but less $$$
Forum: Air Conditioning and Cooling Systems
06-11-05, 11:55 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,075
Posted By ERIKGENE

Is Trane worth $600 more than Ducane ? Do you...

Is Trane worth $600 more than Ducane ? Do you know what the major differences are.

Why do you feel its necessary to replace the A coil ?

As far as resale I think the home would speak for...
Forum: Air Conditioning and Cooling Systems
06-11-05, 11:33 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,075
Posted By ERIKGENE

Replacing Compressor

My 4 ton compressor died, seems the owners before me had a dog that used the compressor side as a rest stop, killed (disentergrated) the coil. The hole system is about 9 years old.

I'm looking at...
Forum: Basements, Attics and Crawl Spaces
02-18-05, 06:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,404
Posted By ERIKGENE

Check out Johns Manville Poly-Encapsulated...

Check out Johns Manville Poly-Encapsulated insultaion. Think insulation iside a plastic bag. This takes care of your vapor barriers on both sides. And elminates the problem of mosture between the...
Forum: Toilets, Sinks, Showers, Dishwashers, Tubs and Garbage Disposals
02-05-05, 05:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,064
Posted By ERIKGENE

I did use plumbers putty and it seems like a job...

I did use plumbers putty and it seems like a job well done. It squeezed out nicely after I tightened the nut, I wiped away the excess.

It does look like plumbers putty was used in the past but it...
Forum: Toilets, Sinks, Showers, Dishwashers, Tubs and Garbage Disposals
02-05-05, 03:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,064
Posted By ERIKGENE

Shower Drain

When installing a shower drain in a fiberglass shower, should one use plumbers putty inbetween the drain flange and the inside shower floor ?

The reason I ask is I have developed a leak in my...
Forum: Framing, Flooring and Sub-Flooring
11-18-04, 06:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,243
Posted By ERIKGENE

I would love to hear your resolution on this one....

I would love to hear your resolution on this one. I hope it is not against you. I'm no lawyer but when it comes to renting and damage I would think there has to be some proven negligence or intent...
Forum: Framing, Flooring and Sub-Flooring
11-14-04, 09:28 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 6,130
Posted By ERIKGENE

Since it sounds like the ducting is accessable,...

Since it sounds like the ducting is accessable, you can also change it from the flex hose to the smooth wall ductwork. The smooth wall comes in different sizes so you should be able to piece...
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