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15304
Check any recycling facility as most have burnt out water heaters that would just need a new element. dennishusman <dennishusman@...> wrote:...
Paul Dionne
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Aug 1, 2007
2:29 pm
15305
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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Aug 1, 2007
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15306
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...
Jason Goertz
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Aug 1, 2007
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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 -...
Rachel Burton
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Aug 1, 2007
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15308
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...
carl buckert
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Aug 2, 2007
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15309
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...
dennishusman
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Aug 2, 2007
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15310
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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maudessen
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Aug 2, 2007
1:31 am
15311
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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maudessen
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Aug 2, 2007
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15312
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...
carl buckert
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Aug 2, 2007
2:06 am
15313
Thanks Maud, That is the feedback I was looking for!...
dennishusman
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Aug 2, 2007
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15314
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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maudessen
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Aug 2, 2007
2:46 am
15315
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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maudessen
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Aug 2, 2007
2:49 am
15316
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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Aug 2, 2007
3:33 am
15317
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...
brian
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Aug 2, 2007
4:30 am
15318
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...
carl buckert
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Aug 2, 2007
2:40 pm
15319
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...
24 racing fan
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Aug 2, 2007
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15320
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:...
24 racing fan
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Aug 2, 2007
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15321
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...
Lan Barnes
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Aug 2, 2007
3:42 pm
15322
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...
Lan Barnes
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Aug 2, 2007
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15323
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...
Lan Barnes
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Aug 2, 2007
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15324
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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Aug 2, 2007
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15325
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...
Del Martin
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Aug 2, 2007
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15326
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??...
dennishusman
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Aug 3, 2007
1:16 am
15327
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....
dennishusman
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Aug 3, 2007
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15328
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...
brian
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Aug 3, 2007
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15329
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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Aug 3, 2007
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15330
Ebay Or Check Around The Same Restaurants You May Get Your Oil From ... one for washing and a couple for storage....
mastertech1995
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Aug 3, 2007
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15331
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...
dennishusman
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Aug 3, 2007
11:42 am
15332
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...
carl buckert
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Aug 3, 2007
12:58 pm
15333
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....
Lan Barnes
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Aug 3, 2007
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