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08-09-2008, 03:04 PM
Thread: Best quality IR thermometer
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Since you asked on an hvac site. I did a...
Since you asked on an hvac site.
I did a comparison of IR, T/C pipe clamp and T/C velcro strap on a hot water heater copper pipe temperature. I made sure the heater wasn't running and pipe... -
07-24-2008, 01:26 PM
Thread: blackberry users
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I just upgraded to the BB Curve and it is super....
I just upgraded to the BB Curve and it is super.
Love the full qwerty keyboard, no more silly txt messages like "lrta divj..."
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07-22-2008, 08:53 PM
Thread: It's about the bag
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Extreme Hopalong with detachable pouch bag that I...
Extreme Hopalong with detachable pouch bag that I keep meter and high value items. Shoulder strap is comfortable.
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07-21-2008, 01:32 AM
Thread: High pressures high superheat is what now?
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nlovas, good to hear you found the problem -...
nlovas, good to hear you found the problem - dirty conden coil. Realy high head, high suction make sense.
I am curious to learn why you got so much SC (25F)?
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07-01-2008, 11:26 AM
Thread: Is bar graph on meters worth it?
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My shoulder hurts just from looking at your tool...
My shoulder hurts just from looking at your tool bag.
You need a strong bag no doubt.
Whats the trigger "tool" next to the Fluke?
Love those ancient benchtops, you fix vacuum tubes?
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06-30-2008, 12:44 PM
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If you try it on empty tank first it may be...
If you try it on empty tank first it may be harmless fun.
Sorry emcost, I can't help it.
Here is what baub said reminded me of. :D
Frantz oil filters - they used to sell them at jcwhitney. -
06-30-2008, 12:09 PM
Thread: Is bar graph on meters worth it?
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Wow, gasoilair, thats a lot of meters. I see...
Wow, gasoilair, thats a lot of meters.
I see your point about multitasking, wouldn't want to do more fuzzing around connections than necessary. Spread this time savings over, say 10000 calls, the... -
06-29-2008, 08:00 PM
Thread: Is bar graph on meters worth it?
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Iraqvet, they look like good meters. Can they...
Iraqvet, they look like good meters.
Can they take abuse?
Do you ever need to calibrate them?
Maybe I should ask does anyone ever calibrate their meters?
The CH2 amp hook is neat.
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06-29-2008, 03:03 PM
Thread: Is bar graph on meters worth it?
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You sold me on having 2 or 3 pro quality meters....
You sold me on having 2 or 3 pro quality meters.
One for v/ohms/amps, one for temperature and maybe one for caps.
I have a couple of cheap meters that I plan to keep as emergency backup.
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06-28-2008, 02:31 PM
Thread: Infrared thermometer
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IR thermomters are useful if you take surface...
IR thermomters are useful if you take surface temperatures of *large* objects from a distance away and the accuracy of the reading is not that vital.
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06-28-2008, 02:17 PM
Thread: Is bar graph on meters worth it?
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I like the FieldPiece hvac, good bang for buck. ...
I like the FieldPiece hvac, good bang for buck.
Like the HS 33/35. I am not sure about how much I'd find having to snap on different attachments a pain.
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06-28-2008, 11:16 AM
Thread: Is bar graph on meters worth it?
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Is bar graph on meters worth it?
I am looking to buy a pro quality mutimeter and trying to decide if it is worth the extra cost to get the ones with the floating bars indicators that emulate an analog needle.
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06-28-2008, 11:02 AM
Thread: Pepper spray, dog repellent
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Thanks for all the responses. ChrL_Brann said:...
Thanks for all the responses.
ChrL_Brann said:
<I got bit by a dog last year,from now on I do not play with them at all.I tell the HO to lock them up or I am leaving.>
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06-22-2008, 08:11 PM
Thread: Pepper spray, dog repellent
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There you go, Plan A - "good doggy, here's a...
There you go,
Plan A - "good doggy, here's a yummy snack."
- Keep left hand on the ultrasonic Dazer trigger.
Was cattleprod a joke?
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06-22-2008, 07:43 PM
Thread: Pepper spray, dog repellent
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Looks like a winner. Priced right and handy size...
Looks like a winner. Priced right and handy size too.
I am a dog lover, but there are some crazy ones out there.
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06-22-2008, 06:52 PM
Thread: Pepper spray, dog repellent
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Pepper spray, dog repellent
How do you handle the threat of aggressive dogs?
I am uncomfortable when Buster is pounding the back door trying to get out to eat me.
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06-17-2008, 10:29 AM
Thread: Looking for SH and SC guidelines
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Where there's a 'TWilli' there's a way. Joking...
Where there's a 'TWilli' there's a way.
Joking aside.
Exactcharge does not works with Blackberry, I think.
Am not buying a new pda just for it.
The other SW mentioned was Verified RCA.
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06-17-2008, 01:23 AM
Thread: Looking for SH and SC guidelines
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I appreciate your help. Will give it a try.
I appreciate your help. Will give it a try.
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06-16-2008, 11:56 PM
Thread: Looking for SH and SC guidelines
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I like this. Will check it out. Thanks for...
I like this. Will check it out. Thanks for sharing.
When I googled it, it is around $74 for the software. -
06-16-2008, 11:27 PM
Thread: Looking for SH and SC guidelines
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Is this calculator that will give you a estimated...
Is this calculator that will give you a estimated SH, SC based on size and rating of the equipment?
No doubt calling the support folks to get right info for unit is best way. But sometimes, say... -
06-16-2008, 11:13 PM
Thread: Looking for SH and SC guidelines
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Looking for SH and SC guidelines
Hi I am new to this field.
I am familiar with charging a system using superheat and subcool levels based on manufacturer's performance chart.
What do you guys do when the chart is missing or...
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