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Plumbing / Re: ECM pumps vs 3 speed pumps

« on: June 15, 2017, 08:46:07 PM »

Thanks RSI, I don't mind spending a little more if the return is worth it in the long run. After all (money wise) everything goes down in time

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Plumbing / ECM pumps vs 3 speed pumps

« on: June 14, 2017, 08:56:47 PM »

Has anyone swapped out their single or 3 speed pumps for an ECM pump? Was there any savings in elec. costs? If so was it cost effective to make the swap? Looking at pumps for my system and need opinions.

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General Outdoor Furnace Discussion / Re: Water capacity question

« on: June 12, 2017, 05:36:10 PM »

Now have a used Heatmor 400css . Now to figure out the rest.

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General Outdoor Furnace Discussion / Re: Water capacity question

« on: May 30, 2017, 02:29:34 PM »

I agree aarmga, CB has not had a great warranty record with this forum. Most of the boilers I'm looking at (all makes) are out of warranty and that's ok. I fix alot of stuff when it warrants(cost and time vs $$$$). Just trying to get as much info as I can about different makes and models so I can make an informed decision. Still searching and researching. Thanks for the replies.

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General Outdoor Furnace Discussion / Re: Water capacity question

« on: May 23, 2017, 05:34:22 PM »

Only you can decide what works best for you!

Yep Guess so.

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General Outdoor Furnace Discussion / Re: Water capacity question

« on: May 23, 2017, 06:43:27 AM »

Yes Richard I am able to cut and weld and steel is my first choice for that reason. I live in eastern ND smack dab in the middle of Heatmaster in Winkler, CB in Greenbush and Woodmaster in Red Lake Falls. Been searching Craigslist all winter. I have heard about the GS and waiting for them to release info June 1st I think. When we toured CB a month ago I learned that they are coming out with a new model this summer but didn't give any info. Waiting on that one too.

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General Outdoor Furnace Discussion / Re: Water capacity question

« on: May 22, 2017, 11:12:17 PM »

If your talking best option for a used boiler I’d say whatever comes up for sale at a reasonable price, if you're talking new then it depends on who you ask and what they’re selling.

I agree 100 percent but when it comes to outdoor boilers, I'm a 16 yr old kid in a used car lot!! At 3X that age I do alot better in the used car lots!! LOL!! Like I said "it's a loaded question" just looking for any input that may be helpful. I learned alot by wandering the lots!! LOL!

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General Outdoor Furnace Discussion / Re: Water capacity question

« on: May 22, 2017, 09:49:10 PM »

Thanks for all the replies. Great info but now I have more questions. LOL My plan is to run an older conventional boiler for two reasons lower startup costs and need to get rid of some old (punky) wood also have good wood. After a couple of years I may move up to a gasser and reduce my wood consumption. My "loads" are a well insulated shop 30x40x14 with water floor heat run by a propane boiler (approx 700-800 gals of propane a yr.), House 28x56 doublewide (propane forced air approx 700-800 gals a yr.) and within 2 yrs and attached garage at 900-1000 sq ft. with floor heat. DHW would be great also (easy to add I know). I would like to put radiant into the house by running staple up pex to the subfloor and leave the forced air alone (hence backup with central air). I know this is a loaded question but what are my best options for a boiler? Sorry for the long post, I've ben doing this for 7-8 months in my head! Thanks Guys

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Plumbing / Re: Logstor dealer in the Dakotas?

« on: May 21, 2017, 09:23:34 AM »

Neal, 1 1/4 costs 13.50 pr ft. 1 inch costs 11.50 pr ft.

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HeatMaster / Re: Heatmaster the good, the bad and the ugly

« on: May 20, 2017, 11:29:04 PM »

I hope also that Richard never leaves us because of his knowledge and willingness to give us true and unbiased info. I have learned alot from his posts.

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WoodMaster / Re: Introduction

« on: May 20, 2017, 09:54:12 PM »

Thanks for joining. It is great when manufactures want to answer any questions that are out there. Wish more wood (pun) do that! I have a post in General discussion that I would luv to hear what is Woodmaster take on regarding water capacity. BTW if you R easy on the eyes my number is--- LOL!!!

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General Outdoor Furnace Discussion / Re: Water capacity question

« on: May 20, 2017, 09:31:29 PM »

I would like to do radiant in the house and soon to be attached garage. Shop has propane boiler for floor heat and want to add wood into the system. What is a thermal protection valve? Is it needed to not shock a boiler with too cold of water? Still learning and looking for the right boiler. Thanks Smokeless.

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General Outdoor Furnace Discussion / Water capacity question

« on: May 20, 2017, 06:38:18 PM »

I've searched and did not come up with an answer (maybe wrong keywords) but I was wondering why woodmaster runs about 1/2 the water capacity then a comparable sized boiler (square footage wise)? What is the idea behind less water storage and is there any benefits or draw backs to doing this? I know they have some that run comparable capacity but I have seen alot that are less. Thanks

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Plumbing / Re: Logstor dealer in the Dakotas?

« on: May 20, 2017, 06:24:29 PM »

Had to call corporate but got Mike Hoheisel at Alternative Energy Systems as a dealer in Minn. Thanks for the info slimjim.

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Plumbing / Re: Logstor dealer in the Dakotas?

« on: May 01, 2017, 06:08:55 PM »

Sent an e-mail (to late to call). I'll let you know if it works. Thanks Slimjim.