Recent content by Barry

There isn't enough room on either side of the hose connector to fit a channel lock, yet alone turn it. I tried the strap wrench and was able to snug it down, but even that doesn't allow for more than very little turns. and not much torque I don't have any leaks, so it was good enough, though I...

I have one, so I'll check that out. It sounds like the easiest way to both remove and replace hoses. Thanks.

I think I've got it snugged down, but that strap looks like a great option.

My mind was focused on the knurled ring, not the crimped brass below. Putting the channel locks on that gave me the extra room I needed, and the hoses came off. I don't see this working for putting the new hose on, but I'll take it slow and easy and make sure it doesn't leak. Thanks for the...

I guess I can crush the hose connection, but I'd be afraid of damaging the plastic mixing valve. When I put the channel locks on it, the channel locks touch the other inlet, preventing me from turning it.

The first 3 are too large to fit the opening and turn, and the last one wouldn't grip the hose with enough torque to turn it. I think I'm stuck with the tool made for the job, but thanks for the suggestions.

Hoses were installed by the factory, and there is no room for any pliers I own. I couldn't get a basin wrench in there either. The inlets point straight down and are recessed with no room on either side. I'd appreciate any suggestions on how to replace the hoses without buying this tool.

I'd like to open my canister and replace the module with an aftermarket one. Does anyone know how to jury rig the tool they use to open the canister or know how to open it without a tool?

Thank you. I found the information to be very helpful.

Slownsteady, as I mentioned, the motors are showing their age, so I have purchased replacements and wait for them to arrive next week. The new ones are AO Smith's 9208F2. I'll be using the original nylon fans. The noise that has always bothered me was the sound of the fan blades cutting...

Neal, that looks interesting. I sent an email to the manufacturer and will see if they have something that will suit my purpose. The problem will be that this company is in Australia and I'm in California, so shipping small panels may not be cost effective. I'll have to continue researching...

I actually have the SFK for these units connected to my FAU, but I seem to lose too much heat in taking it to the FAU and then distributing from there. It might have made sense to just connect it to ductwork leading to the bedrooms when I was building my home, but I'm not going to tear it apart...

Thank you for your response. It looks like I'm stuck with noise. I am able to slow the motor with my fan controller... As the power is reduced, the speed is reduced. Maybe it would be helpful to find a way to insulate the back of the door. It is a metal door with 1/4" glass exposed to the...

There is no room to run any of those, and I'd still be replacing a fan with a fan. I'm wondering if a squirrel cage would be quieter than a fan.

This is not your normal HVAC question, but I figured you’d be most qualified to help me design what I need. I have a FABCO Signi-Fire wood burning stove (the company no longer exists). I find the fans to be too noisy, so I want to replace them with blowers. There are 7” holes with 3 ¾”...