I live in Arizona and have a 3.5 ton Carrier HVAC system which has run for 24 years. Over the last 6 years or so, the condenser fan motor bearings have given me problems now and then (squeaking and seizing) and I have had to take apart the motor, clean and lubricate it, and put it back. However, it's now got to a stage where I need to replace the motor the next time this happens and was wondering how I should go about doing this. Here are my options:
1. Buy an original Carrier replacement motor (Part No. HC37GE210A, made by GE; GE Part No. 5KCP39JG-S283BS), with specs as follows: 1/5HP, 825rpm, 208 to 230 volts AC, thermally protected, 7.5mF capacitor
Questions:
a) Is it worth spending a fortune (upwards of $370) and buying the original spare or should I buy an after-market product for far, far less ?
b) If I am to buy the original, who should I buy it from ? Carrier does not list its spare parts distributors on it's web site (at least, I could not find it) and I don't want to pay a high price and land up with a spurious product from a shady operator.
2. Buy an aftermarket product at a much lower cost (as low as $115), to last another 3 to 5 years, as I will likely change my HVAC by then. I don't want to change it right now for a multitude of reasons.
a) If I should buy an aftermarket product, what are good, reliable brands and who should I buy it from ?
b) What sort of warranty can I expect and how long could I expect it to last ?
c) The original motor has a sleeve bearing. Should I be looking at ball bearings ? Are they available with ball bearings ?
The circuit diagram is attached. The system uses a split capacitor 7.5mF + 55mF, with 7.5 for fan and 55 for Compressor. The shape is cylindrical. I plan to change the capacitor when I change the motor. What brand of capacitor ought I to buy. When I did a search on Google, there were a ton of them available. They vary in price from about $16 to $50 and are all made in China .... so what's the difference ? Are there specific brands that are reliable ?
All practical advice from folks who have done this before or who have first hand information would be much appreciated !
My spray room is approximately 10 1/2' x 7' x 9'. I spray exclusively waterborne finishes so I see no need to exhaust to the outside. I just need to be able to get filtered air into the room and also filter the air as it leaves the room. Approximately 660 cubic feet of air in the room.
What kind of fan do people use? I wondered about the fan mentioned in the air cleaner thread but I don't know how many CFM's I really need. I would think exchanging the air volume every 30 - 60 seconds would work or am I wrong??!!
I am looking to buy a portable cyclone dust collector 2hp or higher
My current dust collector is 110 volt and all my tools are 110 volt, I use a tool activated switch to turn my dust collector.
The new dust collector will probably going to be 220 Volt about 5 amp. This will be a little challenge and how to activate the dust collector when I start the tool as they will be on separate circuit and separate voltage.
My current tool activated switch has accessory output, where I plug my current dust collector , I am thinking about using the same output , use relay and start the new 220 volt dust collector, I have done search on web but so far could not find a schematic also could not find a offshelf device. May be I am not looking into correct places.
I was at a garage sale yesterday and picked up four chisels marked "Sterling Service". Largest is about 2" wide and the smallest is probably 1/2" wide. A couple handles need replacement (could they be beech), and they have a little pitting in spots.
They came with 3 very cheap black plastic Stanley chisels, and all were in a usable canvas roll.
I paid $15.00 which I thought was a good deal. Family was happy they were going to someone who appreciated them.
I see very little of that name online, and the only place that did wanted money to see more. If you care to share any info about them, I would appreciate it.
Thanks
I will post pictures, but I am very computer illiterate, so I need to get help.
I picked up a used Laguna 1412. Is Carter still the recommended guide setup, or should I look for something else? I ahd the Carter on my Ridgid bandsaw and like it, but I bough it many years ago.
I made a dulcimer guitar (Google it) last year. They have a very long and narrow neck so naturally over time the neck started to bow. I finally got it back into the shop and was able to fix the problem by dropping a carbon fiber rod into the neck. This video shows the process.
My grizzly 690 table saw's motor is going out. I taken the blade off and slid the top off to see why it would not go. I turned it on and the motor hummed and then started. Turned it on and it did the same thing but it has no cutting power and the blade does not go thru the wood.
So I will have to finish off my Granddaughters jewelry box by hand tools and I am just not good enough doing that nor the best way how to cut everything including the groves to hold the dividers in place from the drawers to the hanging door.
I will take some pictures of what I have tomorrow and post them.
I need to move a cabinet wall to make room for a dishwasher. It's nailed together and I'll have to cut through the nails and the plywood at the joints. I'll also need to remove the bottom of the cabinet from toe kick back. Also need to remove that part of the face frame.
Would a multi tool be the best option? Blade recommendations?
Barring that I may be able to saw across the plywood panel and rip/pry it out then deal with the nails. That's my hillbilly take.
