DeerSlayer

Who is going to listen?

Its probably undersized. If the original system was designed for heat only, years ago (old house). And then the last time the furnace was changed they added AC using the undersized existing supply and return trunks (also probably uninsulated) that's also a problem to contend with. If the house was built or completely renovated in the last 20 years or so then it wouldn't be a concern. Hard to say without seeing it. A heat loss calculation is pretty easy to do, just feed the information required into the computer software, and it spits out the answer. Or you could do it the old fashion way on paper. But an older 1700 sq2 house probably requires a little under 100k btuh, just off the top of my head from experience. give or take depending on insulation, wall thickness, room heights, and window R-value.

The other really important question I have is is the ductwork sized properly? Without doing a mechanical J calculation and really looking at the entire system, a heat loss calculation is moot.

Multi stages work well with zoning. Im up here in oil heat land. Not too many multi stage systems. Hard to get people to spend the money on them as well. Theres a big jump in price from 13 seer to 16.5 in price. If the OP plans on moving within the next year or so then the grand for a heat exchanger is a viable option. If not then why keep it. Next year the condenser is going to.die, or the coil will develop a leak, maybe the blower will quit. Sooner or later he will be spending more money on whats there.

Ohh and the Union's vote also they give election day off! I used to be in local 14/24. I know exactly how those scumbags operate as well.

No the problem is the low lives do vote. They vote to continue the handouts. They leftist machine sends busses to pick them up and bring them to the poles, instructing them what lever to pull. The elderly and the wealthy also vote. Its the idiots in the middle (probably us) that don't vote.

Yeah im a big fan of two separate systems (no pun intended). But on a 1700sq2 home its kinda small to do 2 units they don't make 45,000 btuh furnaces... 2500sq2 and up for separate systems is the norm.

I am also a fan of zoning if were talking about hydronic heat. For forced air the only way to zone properly is with two separate systems. One unit with zone dampers is a recipe for disaster down the road. Especially for AC, AC coils are designed to have X-ammount of air flow when you cut off half the supply with a damper problems occur.

I say let them waste their money with a lawsuit. The Heller/McDonald ruling is very clear on banning any firearm in common use. Their wasting their time trying to have an unconstitutional law enacted.

^^^^ none taken. And yes I agree with your sentiment.

This I what I do for a living. First off changing a heat exchanger is usually more difficult than replacing the entire furnace. Trane only warranties the part not the labor. $1000 is very reasonable to change the heat exchanger. I personally wouldn't waste a dime on the Trane junk you have now. Replace it with the proper size furnace. BTW Air conditioning is sized in tons, heating equipment is sized in BTU's. Most brands are only designed these days to last 10-12 years. Trane/American Standard are know for making it right to the mark. The other horrible part about Trane is they are proprietary to their parts. I actually had to drive an hour to Fairfield NJ today from Oxford NJ to Trane for a part. I had to charge the guy for the trip, I get $125 an hour, do the math. If it was any other brand I could have had it in hand within 10 minutes. It makes zero sense to me to invest any money in what you have now. For 3-5k I assume your getting a complete system including a furnace, AC coil, Lineset, and outdoor condenser?

I do vote, and I live in District 24. I'm not the problem here obviously. If I could vote in a democrat held district I would. I'm in PA more than 3-4 times a year.

I say ASAP. Anyone here know a good travel agent to possibly arrange a deal on a group flight/lodging?

There is a Franklin Borough in Sussex county as well. But 34 days really isn't bad. I wouldn't complain about that either. Especially when I hear horror stories guys tell from other towns and cities. 6 months, 9 months, home visits to references, references having to come down to HQ in person, ridiculous craps like.that.

Last round of 3 I got took 17 days, Borough of Hopatcong. I guess living in a pro gun county like Sussex has its perks... I feel bad for the guys living in blue counties. Start talking to people and get them voting for the right candidates.

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Yeah they don't care at the AG office, your not casting a ballot in the state. To them your opinion is moot. Thats why you need to contact large shopping centers over the border, tell them your going to Delaware instead. Let them put pressure on the AG office for us. They have some clout at least.

I think he said he is going to have you on his show? Or is that another Ryan he was talking about?

Another +1 for Ed (aka the stock doctor) he has got to be the best gun furniture guy in the state. He did a repair on an old gun for me years ago, couldn't even tell anything had ever happened to it when he was done.

According to GFH Radio today, Anthony said there are lawyers working on an attempt to possibly overturn the bill. Apparently the AG circumvented the law, to stop reciprocity with Utah. But we shouldn't hold our breath. Instead what we should do is call shopping centers, malls, and outlet stores over the border, tell them that you will no longer be traveling to PA to patronize their business because their AG has just made it illegal for you to carry their anymore. Making anyone from out of state a prime target for criminals.

No problem, that place and the outer banks are the only two places in NC I've ever been to. If your interested in going to RC, were doing a ride there on the 31st. I cant make it because I'm swapping my front Axle and installing an atlasII transfer case and it won't be done in time. But i know we have about 5 rigs definitely going for sure. I'll PM you the info if your interested. Also doing a parade in Mt. Arlington (Morris county) for memorial day on Monday the 26th. Your welcome to come. As well.

Bump This is today, weather looks nice outside. Sunny and blue sky up here in Sussex County.

I was under the impression that according to Texas law the class had to be taken in Texas? Not just administered by a Texas instructor out of state? Can anyone confirm this?

Night sights on my gen3-17, gen3-27, & Gen4-19. Magazine extension plates on my 27 mags. Thats all they needed.

Lets do this!!!!