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01-10-2013, 09:31 PM
Thread: Printers in van?
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Well I got my Panasonic Tough Book computer now,...
Well I got my Panasonic Tough Book computer now, and it is all set. I have it hooked to an old HP printer we had that wasn't compatible with the new Windows 7, and so far so good, but it is suppose...
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01-07-2013, 07:43 PM
Thread: 500 microns in 25 minutes
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I think I am missing something here. The long...
I think I am missing something here. The long times to get down to 500 microns, are they on system repairs on existing system. i.e. replacing a compressor, or reversing valve. Or are you guys talking...
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01-06-2013, 12:39 PM
Thread: Printers in van?
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I should clarify that the old paper forms are...
I should clarify that the old paper forms are carbonless so I leave the original with the customer and file the copy at the office. The computer is the copy for on the road.
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01-05-2013, 10:18 PM
Thread: Printers in van?
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I still have the old paper forms for backup. Yes...
I still have the old paper forms for backup. Yes I print a copy for the customer, and one for myself to file away. I like to have hard copies of everything. I love the convenience of the computer,...
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01-05-2013, 09:26 PM
Thread: Printers in van?
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Thanks for replying. My son has an old HP...
Thanks for replying. My son has an old HP printer, but isn't compatible with windows 7, but my new computer has XP Pro, so I might give it a shot. I'm not impressed with the Brother.
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01-05-2013, 06:35 PM
Thread: Printers in van?
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Printers in van?
I've finally come to the 21st century, and given into using a computer for scheduling, invoicing, and keeping track of everything. I already found out a cheap Acer laptop doesn't hold up to everyday...
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01-05-2013, 05:36 PM
Thread: What Flashlight is everyone using
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I carry a Surefire E2L Outdoorsman every day. I...
I carry a Surefire E2L Outdoorsman every day. I would be lost without it. It has a low and high setting which I find perfect, and a clip so I can attach it to my hat. What surprised me, was their...
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01-12-2012, 08:12 PM
Thread: Residential Renovation Project
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Looks good. I'm not familiar with the Rheem...
Looks good. I'm not familiar with the Rheem units, but it looks like the condensate drain is hooked up in the wrong place. Looks like there is 2 access points below it for in the horizontal position....
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12-23-2011, 04:36 PM
Thread: A recent duct clean pics
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To the OP, I am surprised you were able to get...
To the OP, I am surprised you were able to get the ducts that clean with a Roto Brush. I paid stupid tax on one for a 4 year lease, that after many attempts, and improvements to the machine, I...
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12-22-2011, 08:26 PM
Thread: Stupidest Service Call you've run!!!
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I get a call 3 weeks ago of no heat. I find a...
I get a call 3 weeks ago of no heat. I find a furnace that hasn't worked in 2 years, (tenants have been getting by with electric space heaters) and in desperate need of being changed out. I get the...
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11-15-2011, 11:10 PM
Thread: Replaced my Veto today!
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I personally use the CLC, and have had extremely...
I personally use the CLC, and have had extremely good luck with mine. My first one lasted about 6-7 years, and just now replaced it with a new one. The only reason I replaced it was because it was so...
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06-19-2011, 04:24 PM
Thread: Leak check
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Excuse me for caring.
Excuse me for caring.
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06-19-2011, 04:03 PM
Thread: looking for a 180 degre bender
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[QUOTE=Home&Marine;10501502]The OP is wanting to...
[QUOTE=Home&Marine;10501502]The OP is wanting to bend a 180 degree bend. (That's a "u".) I also have the Yellow Jacket Bender but to my knowledge it will not bend a 180. ;)
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06-18-2011, 11:14 PM
Thread: looking for a 180 degre bender
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I too recommend the Yellow Jacket ratcheting...
I too recommend the Yellow Jacket ratcheting bender. I'd be lost without mine.
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06-18-2011, 11:03 PM
Thread: Leak check
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[QUOTE=Jack8080;10485392]Well I never said i'm...
[QUOTE=Jack8080;10485392]Well I never said i'm trying this on my own. I'm actually attending school for hvac right now. My current professor is not being very helpful .....
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06-18-2011, 01:26 AM
Thread: what its like being a hvac technician
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The interesting is the variety of places you...
The interesting is the variety of places you work. From the cockroach invested shack where you where a hooded coat so when the fall of the ceiling on you they don't go down your collar, to people who...
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06-18-2011, 01:12 AM
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Book coming, lol! I got into this industry just...
Book coming, lol! I got into this industry just out of high school knowing I needed to learn a skill, and I couldn't see myself busting knuckles on cars, and I didn't think I could handle staying...
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06-16-2011, 11:32 PM
Thread: Tech to Tech... Best equipment & why.
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I would definitely go with a 90 plus. I've...
I would definitely go with a 90 plus. I've installed Amana before it was bought out, Armstrong, Trane, then Amana/Goodman, and now I've settled on Armstrong because of the Supplier, and have been...
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06-15-2011, 12:11 AM
Thread: "They never told me..."
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I had the same thing happen years ago, except...
I had the same thing happen years ago, except they were only boarding the dogs for a friend. Only took 3 months. Had another problem with cats on another unit. HO had to get very creative with the...
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06-14-2011, 11:58 PM
Thread: Indoor coil leak, Thanks.
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Indoor coil leak, Thanks.
I had a 'No A/C' call today, and I found the system out of freon completely. It was an Amana/Goodman, and after reading posts here I knew to thoroughly check the indoor coil, and sure enough that was...
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06-14-2011, 11:46 PM
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I personally love water source heatpumps. When...
I personally love water source heatpumps. When they are installed right, with a closed loop sized properly, they are very energy efficient. The key for us around here is having the closed loop which...
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06-03-2011, 07:41 PM
Thread: Stuck at decision point...
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I don't know about costs in your area, and I...
I don't know about costs in your area, and I wouldn't even offer a guess to the price of a heatpump, but usually here in Idaho, a heatpump cost difference over a straight air conditioner, pays for...
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06-02-2011, 11:57 PM
Thread: Stuck at decision point...
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You sound like a dream customer to me. You ask...
You sound like a dream customer to me. You ask lots of questions. Too bad you're having to come here to get your answers.
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06-02-2011, 11:05 PM
Thread: New Guests going Pro?
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Sticky: So how do you go Pro? I've applied after so many...
So how do you go Pro? I've applied after so many posts last week, and attached my licenses, and such, but haven't heard anything. Did I miss something? Don't know where else besides here to ask.
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05-29-2011, 11:31 PM
Thread: double wide air problem
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I'll have to give it a try. Old habits die hard,...
I'll have to give it a try. Old habits die hard, and I'm impatient to see the pictures when I get home. The screen on my cheap camera sucks. I guess I shouldn't be so cheap. LOL
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