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Re: Espresso Machines and a Good Latte
We use a Saeco Syntia Focus that we bought at Costco last year. I'm not sure what you call "affordable" but the small size, low profile and easy to access water and grounds servicing was a good choice for us. Fits on kitchen counter without having to take it in and out to use it or service it.320Views0likes0CommentsRe: Am I the only one?
rgatijnet1 wrote: I'm not exactly sure why these topics get started. Is it someone's desire to brag that they would rather buy Chinese truck tires than tires made in North America? It seems that most of the reason for their choice is that China and Korea produce the cheapest tires and the OP's want some kind of congratulations or pat on the back because they are showing they are not prejudiced toward buying Asian products instead of supporting American workers. Everyone is free to just buy the tires that they want but there is no need to come to a public forum and brag about doing something that many Americans should not be proud of doing. Crazy :R Well said - and on that note Johnny should close out the thread.283Views0likes0CommentsRe: 03 Fleetwood Revolution - Delamination
Fleetwood / American Coach had delam problems into the mid 2000's. In the past, it was sometimes covered under warranty until the bankruptcy/reorganization took place. Sidewall delam problems are corrected by sidewall replacement costing $20-30K. Sorry about that...282Views0likes0CommentsRe: Short DP's Handling
What a coincidence. A guy just set up next to me yesterday in a 2012 Breeze and was complaining about porpoising on the short wheelbase. And this guy is no rookie. He had both a Prevost and a Tag Monaco of some sort in the past. He's just borrowing this one from his nephew and made the trip from the Seattle area to SoCal. He said the expansion joints when spaced just right at the right speed made for a real bucking bronco ride. And his blood alcohol content was 0.000!451Views0likes0CommentsRe: Streaming with contraints
This demonstrates the difference between aggregate bandwidth and single point bandwidth. In a non-dedicated distribution system as is the nature of a cellular network, any point can overload. Aggregate bandwidth is the bandwidth available across the entire network and on the larger networks I am sure there is more than enough 4G bandwidth to meet current needs. And one of the ways you make sure it stays that way is with bandwidth consumption limits. It's all about math. You're comparing apples and oranges when you compare aggregate bandwidth to single point bandwidth. They're both fruit but that's about it... paulcardoza wrote: I agree 100% Bill. Just try using data on your cell phone while attending a major sporting event. With ten's of thousands of people all in one spot trying to send photos, texting, calling etc., the system comes to a grinding halt. Bill.Satellite wrote: I disagree that the bandwidth is there. The cellular backhaul is going to limit how many users and how much data can be passed through any one tower. If we had unlimited use of these facilities we would all suffer with little or no service due to excessive connections and streaming. You may disagree but unless you can show me something that disputes this information I will stand firmly on the side of limiting data access until the infrastructure is improved to allow all you can eat data connections for everyone.252Views0likes0CommentsRe: Streaming with contraints
I have skipped most of the previous posts so forgive me. Bandwidth is the new revenue generator and if you really wanted to stream everything, you could. Unless you have unlimited bandwidth plans, you'll have to learn to live within limits. Why would the provider business model change just to make a few happy? Most people that stream will do it on copper or fiber. If you want cellular, plan to whip out the $$$ for a long long time. And most CG's are so timesliced that streaming is painful. And that will never change either. As long as you can check email and do a little browsing, they've done their duty. After all, a single DSL connection split between 300 users only goes so far (wide)...LOL184Views0likes0CommentsRe: Electric Water Heater Failure
Most likely the element. I would replace it at this point without even doing any troubleshooting due to it's age. It can be purchased for around $30 including shipping and you will need a 1 1/2" socket to do the job. Don't even think of using an adjustable wrench - that baby is in there tight and needs to go back in tight. The new element will also come with a new gasket.261Views0likes0CommentsRe: How do I light my water heater?
Now that the heater appears to be running normally, make sure your outside shower (sprayer) in the water bay has both valves turned off. If both of these valves are opened, you will never know it and you will have the exact symptoms you're describing. With both valves opened, cold water will mix with the hot and produce lukewarm water at all faucets.199Views0likes0CommentsRe: Is buying an RV lot a good investment?
Example of where we are now in SoCal: Lot Cost - $50K for the cheapest lot in a beautiful resort with golf, tennis, etc. Assoc Fees - $4800/yr Prop Tax - $750/yr My investment returns average 6% per year so I would lose 3K / yr on the return on $50K. You may do better with a desperate owner that will carry the paper. So Total Cost of Ownership per year is 8500 / yr. The prime season here is Jan - April. You can rent through private owners for 1500 / month. Forget about counting on any return the other eight months unless you get lucky once in a while. If you are able to rent it, don't forget to deduct prop management fees. The bottom line is it is cheaper to rent vs buy. And your lot may be hard (impossible) to sell when you want out. And don't count on any appreciation in the post economic meltdown that we live in today. It may appreciate but don't count on it. The up side is if you find a place you really like and you don't mind going back to the same place year after year, you can form lasting friendships with the other owners that are doing the same thing as you. And you are guaranteed to have a nice spot every winter unless something catastrophic happens. Conclude what you will from this. I say no to the question of good investment. But that question is only a small part of the overall decision. RJ290Views0likes0CommentsRe: Using a modified sine wave inverter on a Frigidaire?
Marv Hoag wrote: I was looking hard at a Fisher & Paykel 17cu ft French Door refrigerator. The measurements were right for a 1200 LRIM swap. Called the manufacturer today. I was informed they would not guarantee the unit if it was used with a MSW inverter, they would guarantee if used with a PSW inverter. Bummer, I have a 2000w MSW inverter. Back to the drawing board. I'm going to add that the F&P frig has a lot of electronics, so it didn't surprise me that they wanted the PSW. I'm going to get out my ruler and shoe horn and have another look at the Samsung RF 197. First I'm going to verify for myself that Samsung indeed approves of the MSW inverter. Here's your answer straight from Ms. Samsung Samsung MSW inverter question514Views0likes0Comments
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