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06-15-2013, 09:35 PM
Thread: Appion G5 Twin
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You will soon turn your nose up at all of the...
You will soon turn your nose up at all of the other recovery units!!! You did good!
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06-15-2013, 09:32 PM
Thread: Testo 552 Micron Gauge?
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We've been using one for a few months now. After...
We've been using one for a few months now. After a slight issue with "filed calibration", Testo sent a replacement via overnight air and the new one works very well. Testo's customer service was...
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05-19-2013, 08:17 PM
Thread: low suction pressure
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A menopausal wife will be quick to let you know...
A menopausal wife will be quick to let you know that 70* can be very hot at times. And cold at others..... :)
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05-19-2013, 07:19 PM
Thread: Testo 552 Micron Gauge
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We just bought a Testo 552 and it appears to be a...
We just bought a Testo 552 and it appears to be a great unit. We did a field calibration on it per the operators manual, which should really be done in a lab setting. They have since made an...
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05-19-2013, 07:09 PM
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This is cheap & easy........
This is cheap & easy..... http://www.forestry-suppliers.com/product_pages/View_Catalog_Page.asp?mi=35711&ItemNum=95210&shop=1&gclid=CJb569Sko7cCFSoV7AodoxoAJg
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05-16-2013, 01:26 PM
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John with Testo followed through with excellence!...
John with Testo followed through with excellence! I spoke with John late yesterday afternoon and a new Testo 552 was delivered this morning! Hats off for this kind of service! The problematic unit...
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05-15-2013, 07:11 PM
Thread: My SMAN3 just went up in smoke...
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When it rains it pours for your gauges! Leakers...
When it rains it pours for your gauges! Leakers galore!
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05-15-2013, 06:12 PM
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I spoke with John Bickers today regarding the...
I spoke with John Bickers today regarding the field calibration issue. He is taking a very proactive stance to remedy my situation, as he is sending a new one as an exchange. He also said that an...
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05-14-2013, 07:46 PM
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QUESTION.....TESTO 552 Micron Gauge Field Calibration
We just bought a new Testo 552 and used it for the first time today. To perform a test pull, using an almost brand new YJ Bullet vacuum pump (with fresh oil change) new Appion 1/2" vacuum hose...
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05-12-2013, 07:55 AM
Thread: Brazing RINGS???
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A tech who doesn't own tubing cutters is NOT a...
A tech who doesn't own tubing cutters is NOT a tech...... :pileon:
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05-10-2013, 07:07 PM
Thread: Brazing RINGS???
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HACK????? :whistle:
HACK????? :whistle:
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04-15-2013, 08:23 AM
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Dupont's PT Calc is a good one to have on hand. ...
Dupont's PT Calc is a good one to have on hand. FREE too.
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04-15-2013, 07:54 AM
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Not as PIC. (Pilot in command.) A long time...
Not as PIC. (Pilot in command.) A long time friend had one that he converted to a 2 seater. What a thrill. He was killed in it about 6 years ago after pancaking the $3M aircraft into the ground. ...
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04-14-2013, 11:24 PM
Thread: Darn lucky I didn't get electrocuted!
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We are always just a moment away from death. ...
We are always just a moment away from death. Oftentimes it's not even because of something we did. Many times it is because of some uninformed DIY'er who doesn't have a clue. And occasionally it...
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04-14-2013, 10:48 PM
Thread: Ride time pay
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It appears that some of you have very caring,...
It appears that some of you have very caring, understanding and wise employers. And a few who don't. If your employer doesn't step up after presenting your case as mason suggested, I would...
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04-14-2013, 09:56 PM
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My children and grand children have been raised...
My children and grand children have been raised as Christians and I am confident they will die as Christians. We continue to pray for our country to return to her roots.
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04-14-2013, 09:45 PM
Thread: Taking work van home
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Sounds to me like the owner is a small minded...
Sounds to me like the owner is a small minded business person who must have control of everything. That type of thinking will only perpetrate a business that doesn't grow. You may want to point out...
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04-04-2013, 09:45 PM
Thread: HVAC Newbie
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Welcome to the forums! Be encouraged that you...
Welcome to the forums! Be encouraged that you have the talents & desire to learn. Never stop growing your knowledge and your mind will keep young!Good luch with your new adventure!
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04-04-2013, 09:40 PM
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Recently Retired--Looking at Next Career in Good Ol' Indiana
Recently retired as a supervisor from the Fort Wayne, Indiana-- American Electric Power's Electrical Equipment Repair Shop. If it needed fixed...we would fix it!!! From a small battery powered...
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04-04-2013, 09:27 PM
Thread: Hello Indiana
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Hello Winchester.... from Marion! I am a newbie...
Hello Winchester.... from Marion! I am a newbie too... but sure enjoy the site.
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03-12-2013, 05:09 PM
Thread: Marvin's forced retirement
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Sorry to hear that talent such as Marvin has...
Sorry to hear that talent such as Marvin has passed on. We will al be there before we know it.
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03-10-2013, 07:36 PM
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#0 tip Oxy/Acetylene
#0 tip Oxy/Acetylene
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03-09-2013, 12:21 PM
Thread: Brazing sticks % of sliver
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Harris 15% for most. Harris Stay Brite for...
Harris 15% for most. Harris Stay Brite for dissimilar metals. Between those 2, there's not much that you can't join together reliably.
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03-08-2013, 03:49 PM
Thread: mechanic's stethoscope?
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A stethoscope can come in handy, but you will...
A stethoscope can come in handy, but you will never know the difference between a high dollar Snap-On vs. a Harbor Freight. Chances are that you won't use one much....
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03-08-2013, 07:04 AM
Thread: from wood to <lp>gas
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The wood burning fireplace has a much better...
The wood burning fireplace has a much better ambiance too! My wife would not like an LP conversion.... Which is a good thing, because I love to cut firewood!
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