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05-15-2013, 08:16 PM
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Geothermal split header (GeoSolar) vs regular reverse return
Anyone have any experience using these headers? I can see the benefits of them but I'm wondering if a special fusion tool is required for them. Like if the splits are too closely spaced to use the...
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03-20-2013, 08:22 PM
Thread: Yellow Jacket Copper Tubing Expander
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They both work great but it is possible to over...
They both work great but it is possible to over expand the pipe and split it. What I've been taught and what eliminates the possibility of splitting it is you insert the tool, give the tool a half...
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02-10-2013, 10:51 AM
Thread: Roaches?! ..... "No Abla Engalisch"
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Good thing I just finished my lunch before...
Good thing I just finished my lunch before checking this thread!
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02-09-2013, 11:25 AM
Thread: vacum setup
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How often so you guys clean your micron gauges?
How often so you guys clean your micron gauges?
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02-08-2013, 12:18 PM
Thread: Superheat dropping when evaporator loaded?
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Aha! This makes total sense. So the coil isn't...
Aha! This makes total sense. So the coil isn't getting enough air flow across it to properly evaporate the refrigerant passing through. Will definitely be playing with that then! I knew there had to...
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02-08-2013, 11:28 AM
Thread: Superheat dropping when evaporator loaded?
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Thank you for the response. I will check these...
Thank you for the response. I will check these on Monday and see but I did think the location was fine for the bulb.
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02-07-2013, 07:30 PM
Thread: Superheat dropping when evaporator loaded?
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Superheat dropping when evaporator loaded?
Fyi, still in trade school. Working on a small refrigeration trainer (about a 12ft cubed cooler). Instructor had to step out so didn't get a chance to grill him and we're now off 'til Monday. I'll go...
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02-07-2013, 02:47 AM
Thread: What tool could you not do without?
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1/4 + 5/16 Magnetic Head Klein Nut Drivers,...
1/4 + 5/16 Magnetic Head Klein Nut Drivers, stubbys and 3".
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02-07-2013, 12:42 AM
Thread: Factory shame
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I let out a yelp so hard I woke up my house mate!...
I let out a yelp so hard I woke up my house mate!
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02-04-2013, 11:15 PM
Thread: Intersting find at AHR show..
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The only issue that comes to mind is how might...
The only issue that comes to mind is how might the magnets affect the gauges as they're bumping around in the truck. In my mind magnets and electronics don't go well together. I suppose my meter does...
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02-04-2013, 10:22 PM
Thread: Intersting find at AHR show..
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Looks like they're onto something, thanks for the...
Looks like they're onto something, thanks for the share. I think you typo'd on the website though. I found it at http://www.hvacstrap.com/
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02-03-2013, 10:18 PM
Thread: Digital gauges Two birds one stone?
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Video with description that they're talking about...
Video with description that they're talking about regarding vacuum:
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01-31-2013, 11:15 PM
Thread: Is 43 too old to pursue this field?
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As Bobby has mentioned, previous trade work can...
As Bobby has mentioned, previous trade work can be recognized towards your journeyman's. I'm not 100% on how it works across the states but in Canada, if you have your journeyman's/Red Seal in a...
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01-31-2013, 07:58 PM
Thread: Residual burnt odour
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They are still complaining about the smell, but...
They are still complaining about the smell, but have they done anything to address it?
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01-31-2013, 01:59 PM
Thread: Geothermal for Baseboard Heating
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Nice, thanks for the info. I think it was $12 a...
Nice, thanks for the info. I think it was $12 a tube for the 2 part epoxy and it was basically toast after one job. I guess the only other questions would be regarding heat transfer. I understand how...
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01-30-2013, 11:53 PM
Thread: Refrigerant recovery unit
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The ol Yellow Jacket Recover XLT has never let me...
The ol Yellow Jacket Recover XLT has never let me down. Though, the more I hear and read about the Appion products from people on this site and elsewhere, the more I'm convinced on them. No one...
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01-30-2013, 11:25 PM
Thread: Appion TEZ-8 Questions
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Excellent, thank you.
Excellent, thank you.
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01-30-2013, 11:20 PM
Thread: Geothermal for Baseboard Heating
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Sorry Larry, but site rules prohibit discussing...
Sorry Larry, but site rules prohibit discussing pricing. Fortunately there is a contractor look-up feature that may help you contact someone local that may be able to give you some figures.
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01-29-2013, 01:07 AM
Thread: Appion TEZ-8 Questions
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Does Appion sell their oil in bulk? I see where...
Does Appion sell their oil in bulk? I see where they offer 24-packs of cartridges but I'm talking jugs. I would assume it would save costs to clean and refill my own cartridges. It looks like a great...
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01-22-2013, 06:58 PM
Thread: New Guests going Pro?
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Sticky: Hello fellow tradespersons. Been a long time...
Hello fellow tradespersons. Been a long time follower of this site but only recently started posting. The info I've found and that has been shared has been a great resource for me. My background is...
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12-11-2012, 07:51 PM
Thread: KNIPEX PLIERS - Cobra OR Alligator?
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Just picked up the 11 in 1 and the ratcheting...
Just picked up the 11 in 1 and the ratcheting adjustable as well. In using the 11 in 1 this week I can already see one slight flaw. The screw driver bits tend to stay in the screw or want to fall out...
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12-01-2012, 11:45 AM
Thread: Starting Multimeter?
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Thank you everyone so much for your opinions and...
Thank you everyone so much for your opinions and suggestions. This is why I am growing to love this forum.
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12-01-2012, 11:06 AM
Thread: Veto Pro Pac TP3
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Thank you for confirming this. I think I'll be...
Thank you for confirming this. I think I'll be going for the TP3 for now though as I'm not totally hurting for space in the LC, yet anyway, and therefore I'll probably see more function out of the...
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11-29-2012, 12:33 AM
Thread: Starting Multimeter?
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Starting Multimeter?
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I'm a refrigeration student graduating in the spring and I've been scouring these forums over the past few months picking up tons of tips. Thank you! I'm trying to figure out which... -
11-29-2012, 12:11 AM
Thread: Veto Pro Pac TP3
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Thank you for sharing. I have my Veto Pro Pac...
Thank you for sharing. I have my Veto Pro Pac Tech-LC on order so I qualify for the free MB or TP3 bag but I've been having a hard time deciding which to go for. I'd like to see more posts on peoples...
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