Dead Men Tales: The Jal Fitting

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The Jal Fitting

In this episode, Dan Holohan tells the story of Irwin “Jal” Jalonack and his decision to use hydronic radiant heating in 18,000 Levitt homes in the 1940s and 50s.

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EdTheHeaterMan

So, @DanHolohan, I guess you could say that baseboard radiators were the "Get Out of Jal" card in the '60s and 70's. ...but it was not FREE!

Do you ever wonder how many of those still have original, working, floor heat with that fitting.

Do you ever wonder if HASBRO has ever considered making a Levittown version of the Monopoly board?

Do you ever wonder if anybody remembers Andy Rooney?

And if they did make a Levittown Monopoly game, Do you ever wonder if you could put up a hotel in Forsythia Gate or Vermilion Hills?

I Think Not

DanHolohan

This is the 70th house completed. I’ve heard that about 5% still have radiant heat. 

 

mattmia2

https://www.worthpoint.com/worthopedia/levittown-ny-monopoly-collectors-20382119

DanHolohan

Of course! Thanks. 

ggerg

I enjoyed that story immensely, it cleared up stories I heard over the years about Levittown from my father who was also a builder in those days in Westchester county.

DanHolohan

Thanks!

ChrisHawkins

I wish I still radiant in the slab, it was nice on cold mornings.

DanHolohan

When did you abandon it @ChrisHawkins?