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wjcandee
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Today,
06:18 PM
wjcandee
replied to a thread
In looking at the Toilet's - will the Drake II 1G fit a 1.28 flapper
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Toilet Forum discussions
We used to talk about replacing one flapper with one of the two Korky Fits Toto flappers, each of which closes the flush valve at a particular tank...
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1 replies | 8 view(s)
Today,
12:49 PM
wjcandee
replied to a thread
New electric water heater on concrete slab
in
Plumbing Forum Discussion & Blog
That's what's nice about Sears, in that they have an online "Menu" of installation services. Just need regular installation, it costs X. Need a...
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19 replies | 313 view(s)
Today,
10:53 AM
wjcandee
replied to a thread
Toilet flange height
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Plumbing Forum Discussion & Blog
There ya go.
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8 replies | 98 view(s)
Today,
01:50 AM
wjcandee
replied to a thread
Toto Drake II vs Aquia - Ostomy bag
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Toilet Forum discussions
What a thoughtful and thorough post by Terry. I looked back at my post and realize I was unclear in discussing the potential splash issue. I was...
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3 replies | 118 view(s)
Yesterday,
05:54 PM
wjcandee
replied to a thread
reverse flush toilet
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Toilet Forum discussions
Is this designed to stink people into ensuring that they issue a "courtesy flush"? Just having that stuff sit there for the entire experience would...
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Yesterday,
03:48 PM
wjcandee
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Toto Drake II vs Aquia - Ostomy bag
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Toilet Forum discussions
I'm guessing that Terry has a specific recommendation, but I will chime in with some background. The Drake II uses the Double-Cyclone flush. It...
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3 replies | 118 view(s)
05-17-2013,
05:32 PM
wjcandee
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New electric water heater on concrete slab
in
Plumbing Forum Discussion & Blog
I disagree. You call them. You order the thing. They send a local plumber to put it in. Presumably, they have long-term relationships with people...
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05-17-2013,
01:39 PM
wjcandee
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New electric water heater on concrete slab
in
Plumbing Forum Discussion & Blog
Plumbers in PA seem to be licensed by the local jurisdiction. Philadelphia, for example, requires a license for which one must pass a test. That...
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05-17-2013,
01:24 PM
wjcandee
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New electric water heater on concrete slab
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Plumbing Forum Discussion & Blog
And apparently the first sane one. Let us know how it goes.
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05-16-2013,
10:02 PM
wjcandee
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TOTO Drake with Comfort Height (ADA) and Sanagloss?
in
Toilet Forum discussions
The Drake II has universal height and Sanagloss: CST454CEFG The original Drake comes in ADA Height (CST744EL) or Sanagloss (CST744EG).
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05-16-2013,
10:03 AM
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What exactly is a *close coupled* toilet - Drake 2
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Toilet Forum discussions
Yes. Exactly. (One-pieces aren't "coupled", of course.)
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05-15-2013,
10:29 PM
wjcandee
replied to a thread
New electric water heater on concrete slab
in
Plumbing Forum Discussion & Blog
Did you try Sears? I recommended them to another poster recently, based on my own excellent experience with them. Short version: I looked online...
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19 replies | 313 view(s)
05-15-2013,
10:05 PM
wjcandee
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What exactly is a *close coupled* toilet - Drake 2
in
Toilet Forum discussions
Both the Drake II and the Drake II 1G are close-coupled. Here's an example of one that's not close-coupled -- imagine the tank mounted on the wall...
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4 replies | 133 view(s)
05-15-2013,
08:21 PM
wjcandee
replied to a thread
Drake II 1G Close Coupled Toilet - SanaGloss
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Toilet Forum discussions
And here's a YouTube video of the Drake II 1G CST454CUFG flushing. The "media" is spoiled guacamole. It seems to flush and rinse pretty well. You...
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6 replies | 329 view(s)
05-15-2013,
08:15 PM
wjcandee
replied to a thread
The CST454CUFG Drake II 1G is up on the Toto Web Site
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Toilet Forum discussions
There's only one brand listed that I would dare trust with a 1.0gpf flush.
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05-15-2013,
08:13 PM
wjcandee
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Anybody have a wall Hung Toilet and REGRET it ?
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Toilet Forum discussions
FWIW, we have the Geberit in-wall tank system at our beach house with Duravit bowls, whereas I notice that our club installed the Toto tank system...
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05-15-2013,
12:23 PM
wjcandee
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Trying to keep a water heater replacement from turning into a disaster.
in
Plumbing Forum Discussion & Blog
Interesting article. I guess we should also thank Mr. Ruud, whose company was acquired by the company that makes your Rheem.
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75 replies | 1037 view(s)
05-15-2013,
12:18 PM
wjcandee
replied to a thread
Trying to keep a water heater replacement from turning into a disaster.
in
Plumbing Forum Discussion & Blog
I remember reading a post by our moderator HJ, who opined that the major factors in water heater longevity, of which there are several, have almost...
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75 replies | 1037 view(s)
05-14-2013,
10:28 PM
wjcandee
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Trying to keep a water heater replacement from turning into a disaster.
in
Plumbing Forum Discussion & Blog
Decent price for a Rheem Warrior DV installed. If you want to share the company name, we'll have it "on file" for next time.
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75 replies | 1037 view(s)
05-14-2013,
04:11 PM
wjcandee
replied to a thread
brand new Toto toilet tank cracks after filled with water.
in
Toilet Forum discussions
If the merchant doesn't make it right, and you truly believe that you inspected the tank upon arrival and it was fine, I would also contract Toto for...
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4 replies | 191 view(s)
05-14-2013,
08:08 AM
wjcandee
replied to a thread
Trying to keep a water heater replacement from turning into a disaster.
in
Plumbing Forum Discussion & Blog
Just doing a little more research for you, Melissa. Here's another option: http://www.americanwaterheater.com/products/pdf/lpg81.pdf That's a...
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05-13-2013,
09:24 PM
wjcandee
replied to a thread
Trying to keep a water heater replacement from turning into a disaster.
in
Plumbing Forum Discussion & Blog
Kinda. I did a little research on this. Many mobile homes were built with an alcove for the water heater that was accessed through an external...
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75 replies | 1037 view(s)
05-13-2013,
02:25 PM
wjcandee
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Trying to keep a water heater replacement from turning into a disaster.
in
Plumbing Forum Discussion & Blog
So the DV stands for "direct vent", I understand. Macplumb: Is the "direct vent" aspect why she can't use this one? (sears mobile home water...
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75 replies | 1037 view(s)
05-13-2013,
02:11 PM
wjcandee
replied to a thread
Trying to keep a water heater replacement from turning into a disaster.
in
Plumbing Forum Discussion & Blog
At least someone was honest with you, unlike your rooter guys. The replacement for that model seems to be the Rheem Warrior 21VR40DV. ...
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75 replies | 1037 view(s)
05-13-2013,
08:47 AM
wjcandee
replied to a thread
Trying to keep a water heater replacement from turning into a disaster.
in
Plumbing Forum Discussion & Blog
Concerned about Melissa's experience, I tried calling Sears myself today just to see how my experience would be. Figured that their call-routing...
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75 replies | 1037 view(s)
05-12-2013,
09:18 PM
wjcandee
replied to a thread
Trying to keep a water heater replacement from turning into a disaster.
in
Plumbing Forum Discussion & Blog
Cool. So I hope you have a good phone and installation experience tomorrow, and you are in hot water heaven by evening.
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75 replies | 1037 view(s)
05-12-2013,
09:07 PM
wjcandee
replied to a thread
Toto EcoNexus / Maris / 1.0 gpf Drake 2
in
Toilet Forum discussions
What Toto generally calls the "E-Max" is the "G-Max" re-tuned to work well on 1.28gpf. That is, if you look at the current Toto (original) Drake...
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4 replies | 232 view(s)
05-12-2013,
06:20 PM
wjcandee
replied to a thread
Trying to keep a water heater replacement from turning into a disaster.
in
Plumbing Forum Discussion & Blog
Actually, I had just intended to suggest that someone might be able to take your order now for the work to be done tomorrow. Perhaps the same-day...
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75 replies | 1037 view(s)
05-12-2013,
04:04 PM
wjcandee
replied to a thread
Trying to keep a water heater replacement from turning into a disaster.
in
Plumbing Forum Discussion & Blog
Huh. Where I am, that's a dedicated water heater number. You just select option 3 (new order), and then while they are transferring you they...
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75 replies | 1037 view(s)
05-12-2013,
01:37 PM
wjcandee
replied to a thread
Toto EcoNexus / Maris / 1.0 gpf Drake 2
in
Toilet Forum discussions
You have heard some snippets of good as well as some wrong info. Sadly, many people in showrooms really don't know their products, and/or they have...
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4 replies | 232 view(s)
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