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  1. Electric Water Heaters

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    I just put in a Rheem 50gal so I don't have much to say other than no problems thus far.

    On a side note, if you have the panel space and enough amps going to your house, have you considered tankless?

     

    I don't have the panel space and it's more costly in the long run.

  2. Electric Water Heaters

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    Consider a heat pump wh?

     

    I bought a GE Heat Pump Electric 50 gallon a year ago from Lowes and its been great. It replacde a huge 100 gallon leased tank that was in the house when we moved in. If you have AEP they have a $500 rebate on them. Then you can use a 10% off coupon from Lowes to buy a 10 year warranty with it. That makes it not that much more expensive than a regular electric. It does have an anode rod though. I thought most wh's do though? Does it not keep the tank of rotting out?

     

    I was told by an independent plumber to stay away from heat pump water heaters. He said that he had a few customers with them and they are always breaking down. So, I don't know.

     

    I have well water and a water softener. Because of that, the anode rod causes the water to smell like sulfur. I have 2 options, buy one without the rod, or buy one with and then remove the rod. If I remove the rod, it will void the warranty of the heater, so I'd rather buy one without.

  4. Electric Water Heaters

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    I need some recommendations on electric water heaters. I currently have a Rheem that's 43 years old. It still functions, but I think it's time to replace it. I have been reading reviews on Rheems from the Home Depot site, but the reviews are all over the place. I'm going to install it myself, so I can either order online or pick it up in the store. I'd just like to get another one that will last. I'm hoping some of you have experience with water heaters and can give me some to look at.

     

    Requirements:

     

    Electric

    50 gallons

    No anode rod

    Energy efficient, meaning < $500 annually

    Tall

    Brass Drain Valve

     

    TIA for the suggestions.

  19. FS: Craftsman Yard Sweeper

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    I have a yard sweeper that came with the mower I bought 3 years ago. Both the mower and yard sweeper were used when I got them. The current condition is how it was when I bought it from the previous owner. It has rips in the upper corners, but since yard debris doesn't settle there, it's really not an issue. It just doesn't look pretty. It folds up for convenient storage. I have used it a couple times and never had an issue. The height of the sweep is adjustable. Now that I have my yard under control, I have no use for it. $50 obo.

     

    http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii316/OsuSully/Mobile%20Uploads/20160619_180018_zpsr2ptghgw.jpg

     

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  21. FS: Polaris 4 wheeler...

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    Of the battery operated kind... My in-laws got this for the kid 2 years ago and she was basically too old to ride it at that time, but she wanted it and you know how grandparents are. She rode it a few times 2 years ago and it sat in my garage ever since. I charged it last weekend and it still works like a champ. It has 2 forward gears and reverse. Shows little wear. There is still a lot of life left in this. Asking $100.

     

    http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii316/OsuSully/Mobile%20Uploads/20160619_174058_zps4skpm1ii.jpg

     

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  24. So, wow: Brexit is a thing.

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    I have been really busy lately, so I'm not sure on the details of this or what it means because I haven't had time to really read up on it, so... could someone break this down for me? What has sparked this? Why is it happening? What does this mean for them and their future?
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