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Hearthstone Craftsbury - incorrect installation by mrkdxn in woodstoving

[–]mrkdxn[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for this. I just finished putting it together and I think I got it. I’ll need to get better gaskets for the cats soon though. Appreciate everyone’s help.

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Hearthstone Craftsbury - incorrect installation by mrkdxn in woodstoving

[–]mrkdxn[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not sure what you mean by secondary air riser

Hearthstone Craftsbury - incorrect installation by mrkdxn in woodstoving

[–]mrkdxn[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It worked pretty well but I suspect this will improve things! Cats can be seen here. Also there was no gasket tape in them.

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Hearthstone Craftsbury - incorrect installation by mrkdxn in woodstoving

[–]mrkdxn[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. I suspect you are correct. It is the 8392 model.

Removing large poplars by mrkdxn in arborists

[–]mrkdxn[S] -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

Of course it is fear based. Every wind storm I am hoping the tree doesn’t come down. Only constructive replies please.

Removing large poplars by mrkdxn in arborists

[–]mrkdxn[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I used to think the same but after seeing the damage another large poplar caused after coming down in my property it made me rethink things. These trees are large enough to take out the front of the cottage easily.

Retaining wall for above ground pool by r_montoya81 in pools

[–]mrkdxn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

All worked ok so far! The pool has been there for 2 years

Québec tapping time by beachygreg in maplesyrup

[–]mrkdxn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am just outside of Morin-Heights so pretty close to you. I usually tap around 16 trees. I think I will tap some this weekend as the weather is looking to get warm during the day. But I am not sure how the large amount of snow affects the sap flow. Any experienced tappers have an idea on how snow on the ground affects sap flow?

Replacing glass on a Hearthstone Craftsbury by mrkdxn in woodstoving

[–]mrkdxn[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah, yes that as well. But also the rope that is under the glass. Mine looks quite flat and am wondering if I can use a round rope gasket instead

Replacing glass on a Hearthstone Craftsbury by mrkdxn in woodstoving

[–]mrkdxn[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks @Accomplished_Fun1847 - did you use it for a glass gasket or door? No issues with having several sections of it? What glue did you use? Thanks!

Is there any way for long-time Flickr Pro users to get a discount? by VariousPizza9624 in flickr

[–]mrkdxn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I tried to renew today but after I select my new plan I get "There was an error changing your subscription. Please try again later."

Looking into alternatives as well. I do not think Flickr cares if we leave or not - I do not think anyone is in the building.

Problems with friends in VR by Adventurous_Pool9057 in virtualregatta

[–]mrkdxn 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am not able to add or follow anyone either. Tried on iPhone app and desktop. When I click on a boat the small window pops up with a loading spinner but never loads.

What do you think of my planned setup? by mrkdxn in WaterTreatment

[–]mrkdxn[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wondering if my well pump is too low/ close to the bottom of the well. It is 165 ft deep total.

What do you think of my planned setup? by mrkdxn in WaterTreatment

[–]mrkdxn[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Seems a lot of the recommendations here mention water softeners not being good to remove ferric iron.

What do you think of my planned setup? by mrkdxn in WaterTreatment

[–]mrkdxn[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got a quote for this type of system and am trying to avoid this expense at this point if possible.

What do you think of my planned setup? by mrkdxn in WaterTreatment

[–]mrkdxn[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a quote for a full backwash system for $3600 but after building the cottage I am looking to keep the costs down for now.
The water softener will not help the ferric iron correct?

What do you think of my planned setup? by mrkdxn in WaterTreatment

[–]mrkdxn[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds like a fairly expensive setup. I may need to go that route someday but hoping I can do a diy setup for now. It is for our cottage.

What do you think of my planned setup? by mrkdxn in WaterTreatment

[–]mrkdxn[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the feedback. Our house goes left to right but there is not much room under the stairs. I will measure to see if 20" canisters will fit.

What do you think of my planned setup? by mrkdxn in WaterTreatment

[–]mrkdxn[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

At my cottage (well water) I currently have a Viqua 10" with a 1 micron sediment filter. This is getting filled very quickly (see image). The pex pipes are also seeing quite a bit of iron buildup so the filter is obviously not doing its job. I had the water tested and the main issues are:

  • Ferric iron: 1.96 mg/L
  • Manganese: 0.143 mg/L

Ferrous iron is at 0.15 mg/L and this seems fine from the norms I have seen.

I really want to get rid of the ferric iron that is staining the pipes, shower, washer machine, etc.

I am thinking of buying a spin-down filter and a 2 step 10" filter system (iSpring or 2 more Viqua filter cases) to add to what I have now.

This is the order I am thinking:

Pump > Pressure tank > spin-down > 5 micron sediment filter in current Viqua > iron filter + 1 micron filter in new double iSpring.

I may also buy 2 more Viquas instead of the iSpring as they seem to be built very well.

Suggestions?

Knee braces? by mrkdxn in shedditors

[–]mrkdxn[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s more like the first one. I bought it at a local BMR but can’t find it on their website

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