Check any recycling facility as most have burnt out water heaters that would just need a new element. dennishusman <dennishusman@...> wrote:...
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maud@...
maudessen
Aug 1, 2007 2:53 pm
Keep in mind that finding dead but intact electric water heaters can be challenging if you live in a rural area, most of which have no recycling facilities. I...
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Jason Goertz
cavuseeker
Aug 1, 2007 7:49 pm
By far the most common pump among this group is this: http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=42897 The various biodiesel suppliers...
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Rachel Burton
rachel_biofuels
Aug 1, 2007 8:28 pm
Please save the date for the … North Carolina Biodiesel Quality Education Series August 15, 2007 9:00 am – 4:00 pm BioNetwork BioEd Center-Gaston College -...
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carl buckert
stuntmancarl
Aug 2, 2007 1:13 am
can someone explain to me if i need and/or how to use the sightglass on the appleseed? I'm sealing all my connections and noticed that one diagram in my book...
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dennishusman
Aug 2, 2007 1:14 am
Thanks for your input. I did find a 50gal electric water heater in the dump yesterday. Looks to be in pretty good shape. I am still weighing my options as how...
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maud@...
maudessen
Aug 2, 2007 1:31 am
If you can make a closed steel drum with a cone on the bottom and then insulate it heavily, that would be preferable to a water heater based processor. If you...
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maud@...
maudessen
Aug 2, 2007 1:46 am
Determine in liters what a full batch of oil plus methanol will be. That level should be below your T&P if it's on the side. Then mark the level of the oil...
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carl buckert
stuntmancarl
Aug 2, 2007 2:06 am
ok, im embarassed to even ask, but what is T&P? Is the best way for me to measure it to make the mark to just put in the oil 2 liters at a time (using my...
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dennishusman
Aug 2, 2007 2:14 am
Thanks Maud, That is the feedback I was looking for!...
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maud@...
maudessen
Aug 2, 2007 2:46 am
The T&P is the pressure release valve that releases if there's too much pressure inside the processor. It's brass and has a valve cover on it that you can open...
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maud@...
maudessen
Aug 2, 2007 2:49 am
One more thing I thought about, Dennis, after posting that other message... If you build your own processor out of steel, be sure to put a thermostat on it so...
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biofuel.luther@...
Aug 2, 2007 3:33 am
I check my gasket each time I remove the top to load/empty my processor. Luther KB5QHU Alma, Ark ... From: "maud@..." <maud@...> To:...
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brian
toymaker_11
Aug 2, 2007 4:30 am
saw it on the web special.. ok..got new prices for methanol.. for bio-dieselers here in Mi..(cause it cost alot to ship)..out of town pickup ok.. I talked him...
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carl buckert
stuntmancarl
Aug 2, 2007 2:40 pm
how are y'all filtering? I know i read where some pour theie WVO through a window screen prior to processing, and then filter to 1 micron prior to burning the...
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24 racing fan
kamaksi
Aug 2, 2007 2:56 pm
I use 1 mic filters from petro parts. they are a little pricey, but i want to make sure everything is out at the very final state. Usually i use a 40 microns...
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24 racing fan
kamaksi
Aug 2, 2007 3:23 pm
Sorry i thought the link would show up http://www.petroparts.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Category_Code=FIL 24 racing fan <kamaksi@...> wrote:...
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Lan Barnes
lanbarnes
Aug 2, 2007 3:42 pm
omigawd! I gotta start comparison shopping. My last barrel (Tuesday) in San Diego was $240. That was a chem supply house (Atlas downtown). I've never found...
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Lan Barnes
lanbarnes
Aug 2, 2007 5:01 pm
Excellent advice, Maude. I've had the temerity to interleave some alternate thoughts. But I offer them only for convenience/choice. I like yours. ... Yes. And...
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Lan Barnes
lanbarnes
Aug 2, 2007 5:07 pm
IMO this should be relocated to the top if the processor (there are plenty of openings on top for this after the anode is removed), and the side mount opening...
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E
ebztz
Aug 2, 2007 9:06 pm
Hello all, I'm seeking samples of different oil seeds for a series of presentations I'm doing on Biodiesel; I'll be presenting to a number of FFA (Future...
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Del Martin
del_martins
Aug 2, 2007 9:49 pm
Erik, Canola is a brand name oil and has nothing to do with corn. The word came from Canadian Oil Low Acid. and is from the rapeseed which has become a hybrid...
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dennishusman
Aug 3, 2007 1:16 am
Ok, now I am confused. Why do you need a releif valve? I though you just have a vent at the top and it won't build up any pressure??...
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dennishusman
Aug 3, 2007 1:30 am
Brian, I tried to call you back awhile ago. I found the KOH, and didn't have to pay anymore for shipping with UPS. All you have to do is package it into max....
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brian
toymaker_11
Aug 3, 2007 3:02 am
That person that shipped that did an illegal shipment..or they have a hazmat account (which I doubt) it probally didnt have any haxmat stickers or marking on...
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randypope@...
outdoorsman9...
Aug 3, 2007 8:23 am
Hey guys, I got my electric water heater- now I just need some 55 gal drums- one for washing and a couple for storage. I'm located in Oakley, CA- Any...
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mastertech1995
Aug 3, 2007 8:59 am
Ebay Or Check Around The Same Restaurants You May Get Your Oil From ... one for washing and a couple for storage....
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dennishusman
Aug 3, 2007 11:42 am
Your right, I checked the box and he has some kind of liscence. sorry, I'm bad ... have a hazmat account (which I doubt) ... the homeland security interest..If...
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carl buckert
stuntmancarl
Aug 3, 2007 12:58 pm
I got a 50 lb bag of KOH yesterday. What is the best way to store it. IIRC, moisture is its enemy, so i guess it'll need to be some sort of airtight...
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Lan Barnes
lanbarnes
Aug 3, 2007 1:19 pm
I thought the same thing. Not so. Once you have introduced the last of the methoxide, you close off the tank while it mixes to keep MeOH vapors from escaping....
