One Tough Pressure

I had time left on my factory warranty, but chose not to get the extended one. I will see how it goes. I have not had any major problems, so I hope it stays that way.

I chose Ford due to their reputation of quality trucks, and the great looks of a superduty. I use it for personel and work use, so I have many options that are not needed for a work only, or employee vehicle. Mine is a F-250, I chose the V-10 gas over diesel, because I dislike the noise that they make. I also do not drive enough to make disel worth my while. In order for my truck and trailer to be parked in the driveway, while hoooked up, I chose the super cab short bed. I also bought slightly used with just over 10,000 miles on it, and it was a pretty good deal.

Janitorial supply building 'too hot' to find fire cause By Susan Broili : The Herald-Sun sbroili@heraldsun.com Feb 9, 2004 : 6:40 pm ET CARRBORO -- Officials still do not know the cause of the Saturday night fire that heavily damaged Saffelle Inc. at 620 N.C. 54 Bypass. "We haven't been able to get into the building because it's still too hot," Carrboro Fire Marshal Stan Foushee said Monday. Hot spots caused by still-smoldering areas have kept Foushee and others from investigating further, but the fire marshal said he hopes things will cool off enough by today so they can get inside the janitorial-supply business. Foushee said he also did not yet know how much damage the fire did to the business and its contents in dollar terms. But "it's one of the largest fires I've ever been to," said Foushee, who has been with the Carrboro department for 26 years. Orange County Fire Marshal Mike Tapp agreed. "We don't have many fires to compare to a large fire like this," Tapp said. It took almost 100 firefighters from Carrboro and six other departments several hours to get the fire under control, according to a news release from the Carrboro Fire Department. The fact that it was a large commercial business of about 20,000 square feet that stored many cleaning supplies contributed to the size of the fire, Tapp said. The sheer number of items like paper towels and toilet tissue fueled the fire and made it harder to extinguish, Foushee said. The liquid cleaning products were not flammable per se, but the plastic containers that held the liquids did burn and also contributed to the problem, Foushee said. Concern that the cleaning liquids, when combined, could cause environmental problems led authorities to call in other agencies to check air and water quality, Foushee said. Those agencies -- OWASA, the state air-quality control office in Raleigh, and a regional hazmat team stationed at Parkwood Fire Department in Durham -- found no chemical or other environmental hazards to the air and a nearby creek, Foushee said. It helped that the business was up to code, as far as federal requirements go, for carrying products that are environmentally safe, Foushee said. As a precaution, owner Milton Saffelle has contacted Shamrock Environmental Corp. to clean up spills from products stored in the business, according to the fire department's news release. A passing motorist and people at a business in the area saw fire and smoke coming from Saffelle's and called 911. County 911 dispatchers summoned firefighters at 9:26 p.m., according to the fire department's release. When firefighters arrived, they found heavy fire and smoke inside the business. At the scene, Orange County Emergency Medical Service workers treated two firefighters for minor injuries. One firefighter got something in his eye and the other suffered exhaustion from fighting the fire, Foushee said. The Carrboro Fire Department received help from the White Cross, New Hope, Orange Grove, Hillsborough, Mebane and Chapel Hill fire departments, according to the release. The department also got help from Mellott Trucking Co., the N.C. Department of Transportation, Chapel Hill Transit, Orange County Emergency Management, the Orange County Sheriff's Office, the county Fire Marshal's Office, the N.C. Highway Patrol and the Orange County Schools. The school system sent a truck that ordinarily fuels school buses but on Saturday kept fire engines running so they could pump water, Tapp said. Who's next?

Where have you been visiting Ron? I doubt that was in your area. Around here, The answer would be, "what's a cabin"

Do you have a source where you can refill anytime needed? Around here, propane is not as readily available as Diesel is.

One of these days, I may make it there. Heard that it is very nice. Have an Aunt in Virginia, very close to DC but can not remember exactly where. My mom used to love going back there and watching the leaves change color.

There is a difference between LOWBALL and getting your foot in the door. Don't jump to conclusions before he shares his price. I have read enough posts by One Call, that I am confident that he has the experience to price very competively and still make money. As far as the gouge the goverment comment, I know Rob was kidding, but be careful what you say, as it may give someone a stupid idea.

Which poll, how about a link. http://www.thegrimescene.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=1397

Have a job for tomorrow where the guy wants the inside of an empty 15 x 30 mobile home hot washed. Price and technique is not the question, but rather why. He says that it is very dirty from many years of living and animals, and that before he guts the thing, he wants it cleaned. Water damage to the interior is not an issue with the guy either. The only real issue is a water supply as it does not have one out in the sticks, so I hope 460 is enough, or I will be using my new water conservation bypass valve. Back to the real question, WHY? Anyone ever done this before? Should make for some good pictures, unless I forget the camera again. Bad Habit.

Notice the simularities in Alan and Alien? I guess my secret is out.

Paul nailed it dead on.

Yes, but not the kind that most wear. It was a military style gas mask. Works well, but not easy to get filters for, so will be getting a new one to make filters more accessible. Picture below is not me, but you get the idea.

It is chalk, but they still call it sidewalk painting. Run off from chalk is of very little impact, as compared to other daily activities. Sidewalk Chalk Ingredients 2 cups water 2 cups plaster of Paris 2 tablespoons wet or dry tempera paint toilet paper tubes duct tape

This is where the fun is. Let the games begin.

Chino Hills is about 75 miles away and San Juan is about 95.

This stuff is great and indeed real, http://www.kurtwenner.com/

Honesty they won't. I'll even let you in in the morning for coffee and a shower. Do we have a deal?

Since I did not get a Cleaner Times yet, I have no idea if they advertised there or not, but they do build burners, so I imagine they sell coils also. Dave Olsen uses a Whitco burner, so you know it's good.

My deal wa for a SC for each of us, be glad we only want one each. As far as sharing one, that will not work to well. Yes Jon, there is greenbacks involved, but you do get a ROI that outweighs the expense. Robert, we will pay for your gas to come here, how about that?

Is Beth paying the airfare to DC? If not, then you are flying at your own expense and may a well go warm. Actually, here is a better deal. Jon and myself get a new BadBoy and we will pay the airfare. How about that?

Tip: The concrete facts on flooring By William R. Griffin One of the benefits and advantages of concrete is that a wide range of products can be used to seal, finish or coat the surface. Exactly which product to use should be dictated by surface texture, budget, and intended use for the area. For example, after sealing and or finishing, a simple cleaning program may be all that is needed for several years for a warehouse floor with light use conditions. For such use, the floor may be sealed with a water or solvent based penetrating sealer or finish of one type or another. Two common types are silicate or silicone dressings. Other materials are also available from specialty suppliers. Regardless of the product used, it is important to closely follow the product manufacturer’s application and maintenance instructions. If a floor’s intended use requires more elaborate protection, a maintenance supplier that specializes in concrete coatings should be consulted to determine which type of seal/coating is best suited for the floor’s long-term use. Concrete that has been sealed can then be coated with any compatible product, including a buffable floor finish or natural wax and then polished or burnished to maintain a high shine or luster, if desired. In other locations, again depending on use conditions, a topical epoxy, paint or other coating may be applied to the surface. Wm R. Griffin is president of Seattle-based Cleaning Consultant Services, Inc.

Seal concrete: For opportunity, efficiency, ease of maintenance Sealing concrete offers opportunities for the contract cleaner; helps reduce maintenance for the in-house cleaner and can also improve indoor air quality — for everybody's benefit. New construction Finishing services (which can also include tile grout sealing) are part of a total floor care business. There are a variety of problems that can arise on unsealed concrete: Efflorescence, (which, according to the Aggregate and Ready Mix Association of Minnesota, occurs when soluble calcium hydroxides leach from concrete and react to carbon dioxide in the air to form insoluble calcium carbonates) — can mar the appearance of concrete building walls and floors quickly Stains can be very difficult or impossible to remove from concrete — again, the problem is porosity Unsealed concrete wears under traffic, yielding a fine dust which can become airborne. Sealing is best done after construction cleanup. However, it may be possible to do quality work later — the price may be extraordinary cleaning efforts on unsealed concrete. Even so, sealing will likely prove worthwhile. The surface will be much easier to clean. Additionally, a gloss finish on concrete can make a room, garage, etc., considerably brighter — creating lasting benefits in the form of energy savings and heightened visibility. Attack discoloration with specialized cleaning formula. Use a heavy duty degreaser with a coarse scrub brush for agitation and then flush with water. Use an acid etch on all unsealed concrete to assure and good bond between the seal and concrete. If acid is used, the surface must be rinsed thoroughly with water. Pressure washing can be used in helping prep a surface. Tougher stains, tougher solutions: Among them: Application of ammonium citrate (up to 30 percent) formula; allow dwell time until gel forms; rinse and repeat. Some cleaning professionals use absorbent materials to lift deep grease/oil stains; if using diatomaceous pool filter media, wear respirator; the material may contain known carcinogens. If a stain is truly hopeless, a colored seal may be used to cover it up after acid etching has been done to prepare the surface. That's why sealing the floor immediately after construction cleanup is advisable. For best results, the surface must be clean, dry and powder free. The sealer itself Choices in urethane/acrylic sealers pertain to issues such as physical wear (traffic); ability to resist staining (especially vehicle tire marks) and ease of maintenance. Certain epoxy sealers especially for industrial settings, the ability to withstand solvents (spills, etc.). Some durable acrylic/urethane sealers block moisture, but allow gases to escape, helping maintain the integrity of the finish. Author Unknown

No crime. As dirty as it was, there would have been a clean spot if they were trying to hide something.

but Tony, they wanted to keep the place!! Long story, but they need that shell.

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