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@nyccarguy said:
If the system has been working fine with it’s current configuration I would replace it with new equipment in the same layout. Probably looking at between 8-10K for a Goodman/Coleman 14 SEER system. Closer to 12-13 for a Lennox or Trane with a 20 seer rating.
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I’m not sure what you mean by an “air handler” but if you mean the blower assembly that is part of the furnace (I have a traditional gas forced air furnace that uses the same blower and duct work for both heating and cooling). The guy that wants to rotate it by 90 degrees probably has a different brand of cooling coil (also known as an A-Coil) that won’t fit in your plenum like the one you have now. If that’s the case he probably has to modify your plenum to get his brand to fit. That explains why his price is higher. Therefore, I’d not use him. As for putting the air handler on the other side of the house that is crazy unless your existing A/C system is not providing satisfactory cooling.
I’m sure some of your neighbors have the same type of heating system that you have and also have A/C, so I’d talk to them about any A/C changes they may have made.
In short, if you’re satisfied with the way you old A/C system worked, I’d go with the same type of installation you have now. It’s your choice what brand you choose.
jmonroe
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@corvette - you might like this thread as he asks about a Prius.
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I’m sure some of your neighbors have the same type of heating system that you have and also have A/C, so I’d talk to them about any A/C changes they may have made.
In short, if you’re satisfied with the way you old A/C system worked, I’d go with the same type of installation you have now. It’s your choice what brand you choose.
jmonroe
My boiler is completely separate from the A/C. My current setup does not cool the house evenly. The air handler is above my dining room/lving room/kitchen. This part of the house always cools down nicely. The bedrooms are at the other end of the house and get cool-ish. There is a large bay window in our living room and the sun beats on the house all day.
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jmonroe
'18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
That being the case it sounds like the 3rd guy is proposing a better more comfortable system for your house. Another that being the case, I’d get a few more quotes for that set up before pulling the trigger. It doesn’t sound cheap to me but once you get the right system you’ll be more comfortable.
Keep us informed as to which way you go.
jmonroe
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Thanks, I kind of thought the same thing, the title has my name on it.
I know the Koreans have come a long way, but I have no interest in a Hyundai/Kia with that kind of price tag in the first place. Much less one with those kind of dealer mark ups.
The Pilot is weird in the fact that it seems to have a longer life cycle than other Honda Products. The previous generation was ‘09 - ‘15. So maybe a 2022-2023 redesign is coming up.
For what it’s worth, the Kia dealer in Albany was selling all their inventory for MSRP a month ago.
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You order a car, they run you credit and everything is ok, or the manufacturer says not good enough.
Or, the car comes in, they run your credit again and it's bad.
What happens then?
jmonroe
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They killed the Avalon a few years ago with that horrible front end. Self fulfilling prophecy.
No surprise it really hasn’t sold well since 05-08.
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Although not for everyone (roadburner, for one), I found it to be a fantastic vehicle - comfortable, good performance for what it is, reliable to a tee, etc. Needed was a less polarizing grill like many Toyota’s and most Lexus’ and not to be a sedan, rather an SUV, in today’s world.
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Next up, three new tires. Asked her to call our guy at Tires Plus and order the three tires and have it done within a couple of weeks. The front drivers side tire is getting a bit bald on the edges so think the time has come. We'll also get a 4-wheel alignment done as we still have time left on our policy. After that, she'll be as good as new. It is a very nice driver to be honest and I'd have no problem having it as my d d.
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I saw the news on the Avalon - counting the Cressida, Toyota has offered a large sedan for 35 years (or longer). Sign of the times.
On a related note, I scored a daily double on the obscure sedan front tonight. Hyundai Azera and an Acura RLX - both the latest iterations. Sharp looking vehicles, both, but nobody seems to want a sedan.
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jmonroe
'18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
I’ve always loved the Maxima, faults be darned. Nissan hasn’t done much with it in the past couple of years so I too suspect its a goner.
300/Charger are pretty much rental fodder at this point, right? The Charger’s hi-po variants have a following but probably not enough to save it when the conversation comes up.
RE: Tires…my understanding was on AWD unless all 4 tires were within a few hundred miles of each other, you are looking at potential AWD system problems due to the size related to wear. So, yeah do all 4.
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https://boston.craigslist.org/gbs/cto/d/springfield-2016-avalon-original-owner/7351970017.html
I’d be inclined to go a bit older (and cheaper).
https://newhaven.craigslist.org/ctd/d/waterbury-2007-toyota-avalon-limited/7354572180.html
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I had an 06 like the silver one. Loved that car.
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jmonroe
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Lucky him!
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@roadburner - I’m interested in the quality of the repairs and paint match after the front end damage on the M4. I think that would be a tough color to match.
I just looked online and the pics look like the hood doesn’t fit correctly. The center towards the grilles looks low and the edges over the headlights look high.
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That’s a hilarious counter to the Demon
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