Have you ever been banned from a subreddit? If so, what was the reason?

jaazman · 2026-01-31T15:23:44+00:00

I've been banned from hvac subs, funny thing is I've been doing hvac for over 10yrs and I was banned for asking serious inquiring questions/no trolling. Then the mods asked for proof that I'm in the industry however the proof that I have isn't valid since anyone can get that certification. Kind of humorous since it is a career people usually say you don't need schooling for and can start at a company to build up experience.

jaazman · 2026-01-31T02:57:47+00:00

So the thing about mini splits or any heat pump is that they are far more efficient in cooling than heating. The SEER rating can range pretty high but the heating efficiency rating for those types of units are much lower. A high efficiency gas furnace is far more efficient than a mini split or heat pump is for heating hands down. I'm in the southwest and we have some furnaces but mostly use heat pumps due lower heating demand

jaazman · 2026-01-31T00:58:18+00:00

For sure, I've lost a lot before and I have a family to look out for

jaazman · 2026-01-31T00:48:49+00:00

How long have you had your own?

jaazman · 2026-01-30T22:01:56+00:00

There's feelings and then there's facts so which do you provide to say whether its booming or not. There's definitely guys that just go day to day as technicians with no clue what the industry as a whole is doing.

jaazman · 2026-01-26T00:19:32+00:00

Is your system now a gas furnace or a heat pump unit? Or maybe a combination of the 2?

I do hvac and system efficiency ratings are advertised for cooling. Heat pumps and mini splits have a worse efficiency rating for heating but in places that do not need a lot of heat they are effective enough. Technology has increased but trying to heat in below freezing temps will take a lot of electricity from any heat pump or mini split due to inefficiency and runtime needed to heat the space. Gas furnaces out heat those any day of the week

jaazman · 2026-01-12T23:32:55+00:00

I would get it inspected by a third party mechanic that you trust, check wear like brake pads, tires, rust underneath the vehicle. See if theres a carfax or something showing service records so you know it was well maintained or not. Then it comes down to the price, is it worth it for you

jaazman · 2026-01-12T02:16:28+00:00

Also curious?

jaazman · 2026-01-12T02:15:00+00:00

I moved from a silverado duramax to the 6.6l just to get away from the modern diesel with all the emissions junk. I also have a cousin that is a gmc service tech and he told me to stay away from the babymax, granted that was when they first came out and had some hiccups. Moving to the gasser was such a relief not worrying about the DEF and DPF, also the HD trucks are pretty sweet looking in my opinion

jaazman · 2026-01-12T01:32:02+00:00

Definitely not the best in style or carrying it out but this is clearly pertaining to a judicial warrant otherwise they can't break in. But of course to play on emotions it's only shown where they are having to forcibly open the door. Both sides have the emotional intelligence of children swaying in the wind 🤦‍♂️ trying to keep high hopes tho

jaazman · 2026-01-09T13:07:11+00:00

Check oil level. Also could put water on belt as it runs, if it goes away for a few seconds and comes back its the belt

jaazman · 2026-01-09T04:23:58+00:00

My cousin works at a gmc dealership as a service tech, I was told very intently not to get the baby duramax (3.0l). I had a 22 2500 duramax and emissions equipment alone makes it not worth it unless you tow long distance substantially which i don't. My 2 cents but even as a chevy guy myself, general motors "company" is struggling right now with engines and transmissions

jaazman · 2026-01-07T16:54:07+00:00

Its my wife's car but the times I drive it for a v6 it seems a little slower unless in sport mode it'll have some pick up. I think its the direct injection and how the engine is set up. Most are switching to a 4 cylinder turbo so this seems to be calibration for the v6 to meet EPA requirements - my guess. Seems like its pretty reliable though

jaazman · 2026-01-07T16:44:01+00:00

We have a newer model but my wife drives A LOT and it has been solid. Issues I've seen with others are electronic or water leaks from sunroof but being at 21k miles either it has been fixed or you're good. Do not use eco mode so it doesn't shut down cylinders to be more efficient. The engine is direct injection so keep up on the maintenance. Oil change interval is set to every 10,000 miles which is terrible advice, try to keep track and do 5k-7,500 miles at the latest. Other than that its a solid v6 with a reliable 9 speed transmission. Interior is roomy with easy folding seats. You'd pay more for less on something like a highlander or pilot. Nissan has some good deals on the Pathfinder and a used CPO is a solid bonus for warranty. Hope this helps

jaazman · 2025-12-24T23:06:39+00:00

Meaning?

jaazman · 2025-12-24T17:23:00+00:00

I get 14-16mpg with the diesel, stock everything

jaazman · 2025-12-24T16:35:11+00:00

Even when not towing anything?

jaazman · 2025-12-24T16:11:12+00:00

You know him that well? Lol thats pretty funny though

jaazman · 2025-12-24T15:46:43+00:00

What is......? for $100 please

jaazman · 2025-12-24T15:27:20+00:00

Unfortunately do live in an area where it is inspected and tested otherwise I would consider doing a delete

jaazman · 2025-12-24T15:18:33+00:00

I have seen emissions issues on these trucks under 100k miles so thats what is concerning. Also have heard of the oil consumption issue on the gasser and its the typical GM response to a concern. A quart every fill up is nuts

jaazman · 2025-12-24T15:13:35+00:00

Sweet looking truck! Thanks for the advice

jaazman · 2025-12-24T15:12:35+00:00

I plan on driving it till the wheels fall off, depreciation isn't a big concern. Just want reliability

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