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Plumbing / Re: pump size
« on: September 21, 2014, 11:12:52 AM »
The pex is 1", w/4 90's in the loop.
I don't have accurate statistics on temperature drop other than when under a full load, the furnace has a real hard time keeping up. With a cheap IR gun i've seen temp drops of 30* or more. Under a full load my water jacket (107gal) temps drop considerably, anywhere from 20* to 40*
Would a Taco 2400-20-WB be overkill?
I don't have accurate statistics on temperature drop other than when under a full load, the furnace has a real hard time keeping up. With a cheap IR gun i've seen temp drops of 30* or more. Under a full load my water jacket (107gal) temps drop considerably, anywhere from 20* to 40*
Would a Taco 2400-20-WB be overkill?
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Plumbing / geospring water heater
« on: July 12, 2014, 08:06:05 AM »
I am considering replacing my oil hot water heater with a GE Geospring Hybrid hot water heater. I currently have my heat exchanger (20-plate) plumbed in before my water heater. Can I do the same thing on the Geospring without causing issues to the heatpump?
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General Discussion / Re: snake charmer
« on: February 16, 2014, 07:43:00 PM »
This guy liked the snakes and one took care of him! 
http://www.tennessean.com/article/20140216/NEWS21/140216004
http://www.tennessean.com/article/20140216/NEWS21/140216004
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Hawken Energy, support only / Re: Pleased with Hawken?
« on: February 14, 2014, 06:32:40 PM »
Found time to move some wood around and got into better seasoned stuff. What a huge difference! I’m back to quick burning cycles, less smoke, and much improved wood consumption.
Also, one thing I did discover when trouble shooting was in the blower assembly. The fan blades were very clogged. They had A LOT of insulation particles that were caked in soot stuck to them. I cleaned it all out, and it is blowing considerably more air.
Being a newbie to owning a gasification boiler I have experienced a lot of problems with the learning curve associated with running the thing. As far as the GX10 in particular, most of my frustrations come from how I was led to believe the stove would work v.s. what I actually experience. They lead you to believe that the thing sips fuel, doesn’t smoke, and is an ease to operate. The truth is it burns wood, sometimes a lot of it. It smokes, especially if conditions are not absolutely perfect. And, if something is off (crap wood, plugged nozzle, dirty heat exchangers, air flow issues, etc.) you’ve got problems.
I hate to complain too much. I will save over $7000 on heating oil this season. I just wish it could better keep up with the demands of my house - longer burn times, warmer temps.
Also, one thing I did discover when trouble shooting was in the blower assembly. The fan blades were very clogged. They had A LOT of insulation particles that were caked in soot stuck to them. I cleaned it all out, and it is blowing considerably more air.
Being a newbie to owning a gasification boiler I have experienced a lot of problems with the learning curve associated with running the thing. As far as the GX10 in particular, most of my frustrations come from how I was led to believe the stove would work v.s. what I actually experience. They lead you to believe that the thing sips fuel, doesn’t smoke, and is an ease to operate. The truth is it burns wood, sometimes a lot of it. It smokes, especially if conditions are not absolutely perfect. And, if something is off (crap wood, plugged nozzle, dirty heat exchangers, air flow issues, etc.) you’ve got problems.
I hate to complain too much. I will save over $7000 on heating oil this season. I just wish it could better keep up with the demands of my house - longer burn times, warmer temps.
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General Discussion / Re: snake charmer
« on: February 13, 2014, 07:23:18 PM »
In all seriousness, I think your right. I've had my permit for a year now, and had a chance to try a bunch of different guns. I'm not a large man, medium sized hand... and i'm looking for something comfortable for everyday carry. Leaning towards the xd-s, but i'm also a fan of the sr9-c. Is there anything else you would recommend taking a look at?
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Hawken Energy, support only / Re: Pleased with Hawken?
« on: February 12, 2014, 08:56:55 PM »
Hey Shavis! As a closeted gx10 owner I have been following your saga with painfully similar experiences.
I was going along ok earlier this season, and by that I mean we have the thermostat set to 61 and I was stretching out 8 to 9 hour burn times. I’m into some crappier wood now (dead standing maple cut this fall) and it’s causing lots of problems. Can’t keep the boiler up to temp and unfortunately since I work, I have no choice but to fill it up every morning and hope for a miracle. I have a security camera pointed on it, and most days I watch from work as it smokes away like a locomotive. Frustrated, angry, embarrassed, cold; I feel your pain (mostly in my freezing hands and feet).
To anyone out there that can help me... Should I dump the DHW? With 2 zones running, the wife’s 15min shower will drop boiler temp from 180 down to 145. Is forced air more efficient than hydronic baseboards? Would staple up radiant be a better solution? Is there anything I can do to increase burn times or at least bump up the thermostat a few degrees? In the off season we put r-60 in the attic and installed thermal shades on all the windows. Doesn't seem to be helping much.
I was going along ok earlier this season, and by that I mean we have the thermostat set to 61 and I was stretching out 8 to 9 hour burn times. I’m into some crappier wood now (dead standing maple cut this fall) and it’s causing lots of problems. Can’t keep the boiler up to temp and unfortunately since I work, I have no choice but to fill it up every morning and hope for a miracle. I have a security camera pointed on it, and most days I watch from work as it smokes away like a locomotive. Frustrated, angry, embarrassed, cold; I feel your pain (mostly in my freezing hands and feet).
To anyone out there that can help me... Should I dump the DHW? With 2 zones running, the wife’s 15min shower will drop boiler temp from 180 down to 145. Is forced air more efficient than hydronic baseboards? Would staple up radiant be a better solution? Is there anything I can do to increase burn times or at least bump up the thermostat a few degrees? In the off season we put r-60 in the attic and installed thermal shades on all the windows. Doesn't seem to be helping much.
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General Discussion / snake charmer
« on: February 09, 2014, 09:02:27 PM »
I hate snakes. Have a ruger single six i carry for vermin control in and around the barn. Does a fine job taking care of the ones that like to sun themselves on the tops of the woodpiles.
But down by the river when im mowing i see them big ole water snakes, sometimes 6ft long. So fat I cant even suck them into the blades of zero turn, even with 36 horses of Vanguard sucking power.
I really like the xd-s and was thinking 9mm but shotshells im guessing would work best with a revolver. Would i be better off setting my sights on a .357?
But down by the river when im mowing i see them big ole water snakes, sometimes 6ft long. So fat I cant even suck them into the blades of zero turn, even with 36 horses of Vanguard sucking power.
I really like the xd-s and was thinking 9mm but shotshells im guessing would work best with a revolver. Would i be better off setting my sights on a .357?
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General Outdoor Furnace Discussion / Re: Trimmed my hair and beard again last night/ ooooh that smell
« on: February 09, 2014, 08:34:49 PM »
trimmed the eyelashes last week. caught my jacket on fire this morning...
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Hawken Energy, support only / pipe cleaner
« on: December 10, 2012, 07:56:38 PM »
Cleaning the tubes on the gx10 have become a real pain in the a$$. The tool provided with the furnace got stuck in the tubes (where they horseshoe around) for the second time in 2 weeks. 
I reluctantly sprung for the drill kit today.
I reluctantly sprung for the drill kit today. 
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Hawken Energy, support only / new install
« on: November 08, 2012, 05:48:32 PM »
I want to take a moment to thank everyone on this board for their knowledge and wisdom. The accumulated information by those who have taken the time to document stories and share knowledge has proved invaluable to me. Thank you!
I’m using the GX10 to heat our 5300 sf house (oil fired hydronic baseboard) and the dhw.
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I’m using the GX10 to heat our 5300 sf house (oil fired hydronic baseboard) and the dhw.
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Fire Wood / Re: TYPE of CHAIN SAWS USED
« on: October 05, 2012, 07:58:09 PM »
MS 201 T 16" bar
Husky 359 24" bar
Husky 359 24" bar
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