I thought I was retired,,, but

Dave0176

Some people keep pulling me back in lol

EG50 install cust knew exactly what he wanted. Rerunning the left steam main in 2” (it’s 1-1/4”) as it was an add on at some point in the last century, uneven heating wrong pipe sizing m, poor pitching, water hammer etc. it handles 5 extra radiators. This is also getting a two stage gas valve with a vaporstat set to 8oz. We’re getting there. I’m by myself.

Steamhead

Good to hear from you, @Dave0176 ! Looks good so far.

Jamie Hall

Good to know your still here! Retirement isn't always all it's cracked up to be…

ChrisJ

https://forum.heatinghelp.com/discussion/comment/1906767#Comment_1906767

I think he meant retired from installing boilers.

EBEBRATT-Ed

@Dave0176

Nice Job!!

Looks like you didn't forget how.

Dave0176

https://forum.heatinghelp.com/discussion/comment/1906769#Comment_1906769

Chris is right, it’s mostly service these days., and training. Trying to get the young individuals educated. One smell of that cutting oil smoke and it’s all over. I do miss doing these installs with my Dad, he can’t do it anymore.

I’m actually spending most of my time in my garage with a little Harley repair gig. I really enjoy working on motorcycles.

EBEBRATT-Ed

@Dave0176

A steam powered Harley LOL

JohnNY

Good to hear from you, Dave. Was that housekeeping pad there already or did you pour it? I'm trying to get my guys into the idea of pouring new pads for our installs.

Dave0176

https://forum.heatinghelp.com/discussion/comment/1906797#Comment_1906797

Hey Johnny how are ya. Yes the HO wanted a small pad so put it after pulling the old boiler.

JohnNY

https://forum.heatinghelp.com/discussion/comment/1906798#Comment_1906798

It makes a huge difference. Sorry to hear your dad is slowing down but he's put his time in, just like my dad. It's hard too watch though. I hope you're well.

EBEBRATT-Ed

For small boiler I have used solid 4" cement blocks. Clean the floor good and stick them down with silicone. Once the boiler is on it it's not bad.

Pouring a pad especially for a larger boiler is obviously better.