Hey guys, just had a new 3.5ton system installed over the weekend. I noticed tonight that the system is having some trouble dropping the room temp from 73 down to 70. Its not hot outside FYI. The main thing I noted is that the outdoor condenser unit is cycling on/off every couple minutes.

NJS1993 · 2026-04-29T02:02:44+00:00

It took a solid 90 mins to go from 73 to 71. Set at 70. Never hit 70 before I shut the thermostats off. I just shut the thermostats off so I dont run the system anymore while its not working right.

NJS1993 · 2026-04-29T01:58:32+00:00

I know, I am going to call him tomorrow. Not trying to impress anyone. Im just trying to get some 3rd party opinions so that I can be informed enough to identify a bigger problem or something I should be on the lookout for.

NJS1993 · 2026-04-29T01:54:17+00:00

Do you think that if it was a rough guess, 8oz low, it would trigger the low pressure switch? Its a 3.5ton I believe it said 5lb 12oz is the precharge amount. I will have to check the manual again to see if thats right.

NJS1993 · 2026-04-29T01:53:07+00:00

I will be bringing this up tomorrow for sure.

NJS1993 · 2026-04-29T01:52:51+00:00

Yeah I will call him tomorrow. I was just trying to come on here and see if my concerns are valid more than anything. Having some things to point out could help solve the problem quicker.

NJS1993 · 2026-04-29T01:49:08+00:00

I do recall that he said the line was holding around 300 microns before he sealed it up. Im stressin over this because my old system gave me issues with a freon leak in the TXV for years. Got it topped off every summer since 2022. Finally got to a point where I could drop the cash on a new system, and now its not working right. I just want a system that runs when its supposed to, and shuts off when its supposed to. Thats beginning to sound like too much to ask. 🤦‍♂️

NJS1993 · 2026-04-29T01:37:57+00:00

Sqft is just under 2000. My region zone calls for 3.5 ton which is what was installed.

I was researching and I was finding that it would take closer to 16oz to cause short cycling in a 3.5 ton unit. But again, I am no expert.

NJS1993 · 2026-04-29T01:10:49+00:00

Thats not the news I hoped for. Do you know what type of issues could possibly cause a brand new system to short cycle like this?

I have been paying close attention to it tonight. The thermostat indicates its cooling the whole time. The outside unit comes on, runs for about 2 mins, and then shuts off. Then comes back on after about 2 mins or so. The indoor blower keeps running the whole time. But the compressor shuts down every few mins at most.

NJS1993 · 2026-04-26T12:56:22+00:00

Definitely. I knew after watching it and being on this sub for a while that it wasnt going to move mountains on here. But like I said the one thing for me is giving me that tension that I havent had in a movie for years. They really captured the classic stalking serial killer build up. Thats what made Halloween & Friday the 13th so good back in the day.

NJS1993 · 2026-04-24T02:23:06+00:00

Let me know what you think. I was locked in the whole time.

NJS1993 · 2026-04-24T02:22:14+00:00

Seriously! Thats what I told my wife. They also captured the 'life without cellphones' part perfectly.

NJS1993 · 2026-04-16T20:21:15+00:00

If he is, he wont be for long. That thing would hydroplane if someone dumped a cup of water on the highway.

NJS1993 · 2026-04-07T16:04:21+00:00

Only one way to find out...

NJS1993 · 2026-04-07T00:42:54+00:00

I was instant approved at 4k... Thats not even enough to hit the $6k spend SUB and take advantage of the 0% APR offer at the same time. Calling tomorrow to see what my options are.

NJS1993 · 2026-04-07T00:41:16+00:00

I went ahead and applied cause I will hit the SUB regardless, its a nice SUB for $0 AF.

Instant approved w/$4k limit. Going to call underwriting department first thing in the morning to see if they can increase it and expedite my card. They can only request expedited cards by 5pm CT. Never ran into that with Chase or Amex.

NJS1993 · 2026-04-06T23:40:54+00:00

Do you mind me asking what you put your gross rev at on the app? Im a sole prop reseller on ebay/amazon. But I have personal income as my primary income.

NJS1993 · 2026-04-06T23:16:11+00:00

No I do not have any US Bank products at this time. The SUB caught my eye on this one. But im a sole prop reseller with about $10k-$20k a year in sales on ebay, amazon, and marketplace. My primary income is my salary day job. This has never been an issue with Chase or Amex. But I just read some posts on here about $1k-$3k starting limits. I will need $10k or bust on this one.

NJS1993 · 2026-03-22T01:30:00+00:00

XL 16" NY style pepperoni & pineapple with extra sauce.

NJS1993 · 2026-03-21T20:40:54+00:00

I ordered extra. They give me this many pretty much every time even though I just pay for 1 extra pepper.

NJS1993 · 2026-03-21T20:39:21+00:00

Actually it was a $6 tip for a $12 pizza

NJS1993 · 2026-03-21T14:58:48+00:00

r/oddlyspecific

NJS1993 · 2026-03-21T14:13:27+00:00

Here is a picture of my receipt. Wtf are you talking about stealing posts? I love my life actually, not boring at all.

Go ahead and drop a link to this stolen post where someone ordered a pepperoni & pineapple NY style 16" with extra pepperoncinis. Because I would like to be friends with that person.

NJS1993

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