u/Any-Elderberry6147 — reddlx

Antenna Advice

I just cut the cord and installed a $50 attic antenna in my home in upper Westchester NY. I am roughly 45 miles from the transmitter in Manhattan. Below are my signal readings:

Ch 36- CBS- top out at 21 dB- clear picture- locked
Ch 27- Fox- top out at 12 dB- no picture- unlock
Ch 7- ABC- top out at 20.12 dB- clear picture- locked
Ch 35- NBC- top out at 12 dB- no picture- unlock
Ch 7- WPIX- top out at 20 dB- clear picture- locked

I’m trying to find that sweet spot to lock in these 5 main channels. I went to the rabbit ears site for direction and used the compass app on my phone to aim the antenna 206 degrees. I can’t seem to get all of them at a time. From what I’ve read, I’m pretty close and right below the threshold to get Fox and NBC. My question is- is this a matter of needing a better attic antenna? An amplifier? Or is my only way of getting all 5 is mounting it outside? (Which I’m trying to avoid). I’ve attached a pic of the Home Depot antenna I am using and what my attic looks like. Any guidance would be appreciated.

u/Any-Elderberry6147 — 8 days ago

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Grandee Leak

Hello all- I have a 2016 Hot Springs Grandee GG tub that is leaking from one of the side panels. I made my way through layers and layers of wet foam. I have read that these leaks are hard to find. I am a bit of a novice and this question may come off as an obvious answer, but are these jets the likely leak? The washers look completely worn (somehow you can’t just replace these 5 cents rubber washer). I apparently need to purchase the whole jet replacement. I’ve also attached a pick of the back of the fitting.

u/Any-Elderberry6147 — 4 months ago

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Variable Speed Pump with Heater Advice

I have a 14,500 gallon above ground pool. I have a Raypak 8450 electric heater (yes I am aware this is really big for my pool size 😂) With electric costs rising, I was looking into investing in a Variable Speed Pump to save on costs. After researching, I have a bit of concern that operating at a low speed won’t close the flow switch? Any advice on a good VSP and how often to run it? At what speeds etc? And should I be concerned about the heater only kicking on at high RPMs?

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u/Any-Elderberry6147 — 5 months ago

▲ 4 r/propane

I live in northern Westchester (NYS) and have leased a 120 gal tank that I rent from suburban propane since I moved here in 2021. Since entering into contract with them, my rental price has gone up 500% and I have been paying almost $7 a gallon for refills. I am a low usage customer, so they are gouging the hell out of me currently. I use around 50 gallons a year max. (Currently use propane for a fireplace). I am now considering buying my own tank or changing who I rent from. Has anyone here switched to owning and found it easier and worth it? I have read that companies won’t send a truck out to deliver unless you have atleast a 120 gal tank on property. Looking into smaller tanks and bringing them to be filled. This would obviously require smaller tanks, heavy lifting and more trips to BJs/tractor supply. Would love to hear from anyone who’s made a similar switch to owning and their experiences. Thanks!

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u/Any-Elderberry6147 — 6 months ago