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  4. Posted · Report reply

    BB you've only got 1 advice so far, so here's my 2c

    Compete the PW rinsing as you go down the line.

    Go back to do windows.

    Ettore, Unger, and another mfg make pro cleaning gear.

    You need pro cleaning fluid in nice clear water.

    suitable extension pole, scrubby head, 18"squegee.

    Under $150 for all tools you need. No ladders or waterfed poles. NO RAZOR BLADES!

    Wet glass using scrubby, but NOT top framework metal.

    Squeegee across top, then vertical strokes w blade @ slight angle

    Dry rag on pole, quick wipe around edges so no runs.

    Move on!

    Run a search to find the pretty girl w DIY window cleaning instructional.

    U can DO it !

    If you get a complaint, ask which pane needs attention.

    Most of the way through that job you'll very nearly be an expert, so it will be a quickie to make that fussy person happy again!

    r

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    Hey Mike,

    You may be right about profit and all that, but I'm operating out of the first truck I ever bought new. 108k and only a few wear and tear repairs.

    I think there ARE advantages to a new vehicle. You know how it's been treated.

    F-150 loaded as a work truck, 78k on the front, and 96k on the rear tires.

    I drive it EZ ! (but didn't rotate tires soon enough... HA!)

    If it had been a bad vehicle, or even a lemon, it would have been MY problem.

    You have the option of returning something you don't like at the end of a 2yr lease.

    I bought a Ford, Mike. What would you NOT buy again?

    r

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    Rich..."well dated".... that's an understatement..she aint been on since 05'.. haha .. :)

    We could STILL use a road trip to Wyoming!

    I like working on logs. Most people won't do it, if they have any sense!

    We used to cut down the handles on a sledge, then have a sharpening shop down in the Valley grind a waffle on the heads... worked great for driving those long spikes.

    I did mostly electrical back then, then got into plumbing and various carpentry aspects... They are fun! And have a real homey feel.

    Wish I was better set up to travel... Will work on that !

    r

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    Hey Ron,

    Audio was pumped up just a little bit too much.

    A tad over the top.

    ...wouldn't hurt to hear sound of the machine a bit, or motor in background...

    But I REALLY LIKED.... (a pressure washer from Toronto, it said, dknoblau )

    He had a ZZTop Under Pressure soundtrack... Yah!

    r

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    Mike and Ken...

    and I guess Micah is sure interested!

    I sold cars, years ago... had a young couple interested and right on the edge of buying a new expedition... each of them had regular jobs, but they were apparently quite wise, and frugal, and had purchased a number of homes they rented out...

    Well, I was just stuck. I went up to the mgr and axed him to come in and put a good word in for us. Great guy!

    Well, he came in for a sec, listened to what the couple had to say, then he made his short spiel..."Pride of ownership is a good thing. Invest money in real estate. An automobile depreciates soon as it's sold."

    They signed the lease, and drove home 2hrs later.

    To the best of my knowledge, if you own some other vehicle, which you claim is for personal and private use, there should be no problem with the revenooers abt claiming every bit of expense on a lease vehicle as a write off. If it's a good one... buy it at the end of the lease.

    If not (tranny goes out!) it is responsibility of the leassor.

    r

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    Ken,

    I don't think any manufacturer can make a product explicitly for each situation mother nature creates... sure, there's dwell time, and strength of application due to dilution by method of application (x or down), but c'mon!

    You seem to be a seasoned Pro.

    Is not every job different, at least in some way?

    I realize you wish to keep things straight forward for employees, but a dash of this and a dash of that here and there is probably the best way.

    r

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    Oh Gosh!

    You guys are hard on a new guy!

    Decks of the Mayflower, and donate to the Smithsonian...

    The price was right, and I was able to get it operating in only a few hours...

    I think it will pay for itself, in just a little time.

    Actually I was looking for a gumbuster/gumzapper/gumwizard, whatever they are, when I ran into the seller. I've got some really bad sidewalks I could do, but they are demanding the gum be removed.

    I told them I was just not prepared, yet, to guarantee even most gum removal. My 5.6g @ 2500 is cold, and I've seen where hot could do it.

    Anyone got a gum machine for sale, or tips to build one?

    r

    BTW, my dinosaur does have a steel deck, handles, and rim, but it's NOT heavy. Probably somewhere between 20 - 30lbs.

    What are YOU accustomed to ?

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    Cindy,

    Obviously your post is well dated, but it seems to me your problem is not going to go away!

    I have experience w log homes and proper construction for snow.

    It is a very nice home, and should be protected.

    I shall try to contact you, in Rock Springs... Yes, I could use a road trip!

    My last one found me in Hailey and Ketchum, Idaho.

    r

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    Chris, you could probably use double wall flue pipe and exit out an open door, especially if you have one of those horizontal burners...

    But the whole idea of an intense flame inside a small cube scares me!

    I've seen really neato pictures of side by side hot machines inside box trailers on this site.

    Lots of people do it, but the chance of igniting fumes or even residual exhaust in the van are something I wouldn't care for.

    Murphy's Law, and that kinda thing...

    r

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    Sry to hear the rough news Jeff.

    As you said, at least no one was badly hurt.

    You might take the opportunity to lease a new Ford !

    They'll be willing to deal nowadays.

    Lease payment is total write-off for biz.

    r

    Whew! gud thing nobody hurt!

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