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  1. soapy

    New flojet causing foam brush issues

    Make sure your air pressure for the mixing side is 10 to 20 psi below the flojet liquid pressure. You may also be able to turn up the air pressure slightly for the line that feeds the flojet.
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    Best way to cover hoses on roof?

    I run all my lines in 6 PVC pipe just under the roof attached to the ceiling joists. I do not see why you could not run them on top of the roof.
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    Calcium build up

    Not sure how your wash is plumbed but if the soapy water is fed into the pump on the inlet instead of the outlet it could be soap scale also.
  4. soapy

    1 Year Anniversary! Not Bankrupt Yet!

    Meridian, You are on the warm side of our state. We consider your area the banana belt compared to the cold in eastern Idaho. Your 5 to 10 degrees warmer winter temps makes a huge difference. Glad you are doing well. Keeping those prices up will help keep away the abusers and you will end up...
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    5-star Yelp review!

    Do you take reservations? Can't wait for a good meat ravioli.
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    full service

    I had a call over the weekend from a guy who wanted a full service carwash. I told him we do not have any in our town just SS and express washes. I explained that the labor was too high for that type of wash anymore. He proceeded to yell at me that they have them everywhere, all you need to do...
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    Kleen-Rite free shipping?

    KR pallets are usually 4 55 gallon of soap or 36- 5 gallon pails or 50lb box combos. Then you can add all the other stuff you need to the pallet for free shipping. If you have hazardous chemicals it is the best way to ship. They also have different monthly specials. I keep my reward points and...
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    How long before customers use credit?

    I think I am at 80% CC after 15 years and I take bills and coins in the SS bays. The automatics are are probably closer to 90%. My credit card usage is much highest at my site using Wash gear with its own digital readout compared to other locations that use Etowah Valley bay boxes that use the...
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    My turn to sign off

    Glad your getting to enjoy some time with your wife. If you are ever in Idaho look me up.
  10. soapy

    Toggle switch for Fragramatics auto fragrance

    You can also pick up a switch at most hardware stores.
  11. soapy

    Overhead doors thermostat options

    Check to see where the temp sensor is mounted. You want them in the coldest area mounted 6 inches away from the wall.
  12. soapy

    Timer pulsing 4 times per coin!

    Your coin mech is what is sending the signals to the timer. It would be in the coin acceptor programing. What brand of coin mech is it using?
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    Reaction between vehicle ceramic coat and TF pre-soaks?

    Most ceramic coatings take 1 to 2 weeks to fully cure and are advised not to be washed during that time.
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    Reaction between vehicle ceramic coat and TF pre-soaks?

    I only use a high PH presoak and have never seen a problem. I think it would be more likely to happen with a acid presoak.
  15. soapy

    Chemicals?

    NCS now owns Zep and Armor All car wash line. If you have a local ryko, blue coral rep they can sell it to you.
  16. soapy

    Estimate on building a 4/2

    My last 4 and 2 built in 2003 was about 1.1 million and I knew a lot of the contractors personally. Land was 200K of the total. I would think at least 1.5 minimum.
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    Estimate on building a 4/2

    It used to be that prepoured or prestressed concrete was the most economical way to go. I have seen a few around done with concrete. I also was told it was very popular in Texas to pour the concrete walls on the ground and let them cure then raise them. I do not think they look as nice as the...
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    IBA Entry Tire Scrubbers

    I would use a pressure plate over a air switch. In my experience the air switches are not as reliable.
  19. soapy

    IBA Entry Tire Scrubbers

    I would put down a pressure pad so when the tire rolls on it the scrubber is activated only when the car is far enough in. Simple install of a London mat or similar.
  20. soapy

    Vote: My competition.....

    I casually check if I am driving by but do not go out of my way to do so. I am more worried about my business and how it is running.
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