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  1. Freebird
    Yea, that's what I'm talking about that I called Geothermal. No doubt it's the way to go if you are building a new house or having to install a new system. The payback for upgrading a system is a LONG time though if you already have an energy efficient furnace like I do. The quote that I got was $10,000.00 to install the system. The payback in energy savings would have taken about 12 years. The geothermal system has a life expectancy of 15 years. Just didn't make sense in my case.
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    Nothing having anything to do with propane is a good choice around here. You would be filling up that 250 gallon tank several times a year in this climate. Also, I assume you have some sort of insert or ventless logs or something because if they are just sitting in a regular fireplace, a large percentage of the heat is going right out the chimney. I have a conventional fireplace and if I want to, can get it much hotter than gas logs but it takes a while to heat up the fireplace lining bricks which is necessary before you actually get much heat into the room. Even then, most of the heat again goes out the chimney. Might be enough in your area but will just barely heat the room that it's in around here.
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    I looked at solar long ago. From everything I have read and heard, even from the folks who sell it, it is a poor choice for my location. That would be fine for the immediate future but he'll be gone in a couple of years.
  4. Freebird
    My Battery Tender came with it's own connect and a pigtail to hook to the batter. The pigtail attaches to the battery with the connector just coming out under the seat. Just pull into the garage and plug it in. I've been using it on my Oddessy battery for about 4 years now and keep it plugged in pretty much anytime the bike is parked at home.
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    The house is not that old...I think about 12-15 years. Windows and insulation are really good. Corn or wood would be great if I was home all the time but I'm on the road a lot and don't want my wife to have to deal with loading, cleaning, etc.
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    I have been exploring home heating options and have just about decided that there is no good solution. I cannot get natural gas here and propane has gotten expensive. I looked into Geothermal and had a heating contractor come out but it just doesn't make sense for me. He says that my furnace is already very energy efficient so my savings would be minimal. I already have a heat pump but the system switches to propane somewhere around 35F. So...there are just not a lot of good options. Was wondering if anybody has experience with or know somebody who is using Infrared heating? The system here looks interesting but there are no prices. I'm sure they are very expensive. http://www.redwell.us/index.php
  7. Freebird
    I have NEVER cared much for fruit cake.......never understood why they were so popular. Gary, that recipe sounds good. We'll have to give it a try. Glad you were able to have that special moment. I know you will cherish it always.
  8. Freebird
    I don't know if the weights are the same but they sure look to be and I would bet that they would work. Interesting idea you have there. I didn't realize that they were that much different. I have seen a few people post about changing them to the Flanders bars....now I wonder why.
  9. Freebird
    I agree...I originally used a splitter but then later ended up removing the cassette player and putting an equalizer/amp where it was. It's your choice but yes, you will need the splitter if you want to keep it active.
  10. Freebird
    WOW...it's actually 46 F here in Northern OH today. Plenty warm but it's a work day and the roads are very wet and a lot of salt. Would hate to put the bike in that mess.
  11. Freebird
    Now that's better. Now I can dream of warmer days soon....well.....not TOO far away.
  12. Freebird

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    Freebird replied to a topic in Watering Hole

    I looked at one for sale locally here a couple of months ago. It was much too rough for what he was asking though.
  13. Freebird
    ahhh....I'm thinking that you guys are being pretty darn cruel. Heck...at LEAST post some pictures so we can ride vicariously through you.
  14. Freebird
    FINALLY...one that Muffinman will want.
  15. Freebird
    I've done that before but sold the snowmobile a couple of years ago.
  16. Freebird
    Yes, and you do that from Windows Explorer. Don't actually open the image, just go to the folder where you have the image and right click on the file name and choose "resize". Choose the default, 640 x 480 for uploading pictures to the forum.
  17. Freebird
    Very nice bike and I'm glad Kit is getting to put some miles on it. Looking at the pictures depresses me.....all sunny...looks warm...then I look outside here and see a frozen snow covered pond.
  18. Freebird
    You might try Pinwall Cycle Parts for the trim. He has a couple of wrecked RSVs that he is parting out. The problem will likely be that those front fairing parts that you need are often the first to be damaged in an accident. He has an Ebay store at: http://stores.ebay.com/PinWall-Cycle-Parts-Inc and also a telephone number posted there. As for your elevation and the popping. I've not heard of any of these bikes needing the carbs re-jetted due to elevation. In fact, I've ridden mine in Colorado at elevations around 10,000 feet and had no problems at all. Most likely just need to sync them real well. That's pretty common on these bikes. Don
  19. Freebird
    Nicely done Paul. Glad to see that you included "Image Resize". That's a GREAT little program that anybody who posts pictures here should use.
  20. Freebird
    Wanted to post this for all of you who contributed so generously to the fund for Cliff's son. He sent me this via email today to share with you all. http://www.regards.com/getgreeting.cfm/648-4056659-0108
  21. Freebird
    Hey....don't think for a minute that you are ever going to live this down. I'm PRETTY SURE that you are the only one who has ever done that. Glad things worked out.
  22. Freebird
    Very nice. I bet it sounds a lot better than the stock RSV speakers. They leave a lot to be desired.
  23. Freebird
    Gary, I can't say much that hasn't already been said. I know that you have loving family but don't forget that we are here for you also. Anything you need, just let us know. We've missed you.
  24. Freebird
    Not sure where this is, not in the USA though. Nice rig. [ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HN7n55YjeTY]YouTube - yamaha venture[/ame]
  25. Freebird
    I also think that you are going too easy on the Seafoam. Even with mine running good, I usually run a full can in a tank of gas about twice a year.
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