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  1. lighthousecarwash

    CAT 310 rebuild.

    I've been paying someone to rebuild my pumps when they have began to pulsate. I ordered a video from CAT and hope to start servicing them myself. I see that there are a couple special tools that are required, but I wanted to know how I determine what seal kits I will be needing. Should I just...
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    Older patron- funny

    OMG...I had a guy stop by the other day and tried to explain that his wife did the same thing. I wasn't understanding what the hell he was talking about so he called his wife and put me on the phone with her. She told methat where she came from, that's how it worked also. She had put in...
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    WashWorld Razor

    I too would be willing to sacrifice my auto bay to trial a Razor. I will go one step further and remove my old automatic and pay you for the installation and setup of the new one. All WashWorld had to do is donate the equipment. Sounds like a great deal.......for me! Lighthouse.
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    Etowah valley?

    Mine have been in for a year now. I have never cleaned the bill acceptors or card swipes. I have never had any problems. I have replaced a couple of the beepers and had to send in a coin mech that someone tried to pry change out of, but that was it. They have been pretty much bullet proof...
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    Etowah valley?

    After the problems with BluePay this summer, Jim has established new merchant accounts. He has been working on setting the timer to call a number for the system checks, and then you can put whatever number you want in for the merchant account. If you find one with a toll free number, that...
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    WashWorld Razor

    Don't have one, but like the platform and manufacturer. Please keep us updated with the install and experience once you're washing cars. I know there was a lot of interest in this machine when it first came out, but didn't have anyone that had installed one yet to talk to about it. Lighthouse.
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    Etowah valley?

    My advice is spend the bucks and put them all in the same box. It looks better, less confusing for customers, and you will have a nice new upgrade that all the customers will notice and appreciate. My credit card acceptance just keeps getting better and better. The other benefit is the bill...
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    Does anyone have a magic wand nexus machine?

    There is one here in Columbia MO. I would sell you a good used Magic Spray this spring if you're interested!!! Lighthouse
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    Does anyone have a magic wand nexus machine?

    The Nexus is not an inverted L machine. Basically, it does not wash the front and rear of the car directly. The Magic Spray would be a better option for getting cleaner cars, especially during bug season. Thanks, Lighthouse
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    Automatic + Winter = Doors?!?

    Give me an email address. I'll show you some pictures of what my bay looked like last winter without doors. I just ordered my doors last week and I am going to insulate the attic above that bay. I am hoping that I will not weep a drip of water in that bay this winter. Believe me, if you melt...
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    Anyone have a PDQ Tandem?...

    There is one in town and I have used it a few times. I was pretty impressed. If I was going with friction, that would be the machine. Lighthouse
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    Help, How would you respond?

    Arrogant little $hit huh? Even though it may be a good thing to sell, my competitive side would say "bring it on baby"!
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    Help, How would you respond?

    I added the Etoway Valley credit card system to my self serve bays with bill acceptors. They have been a hit at my wash. Credit card usage just keeps getting better and better. The bill acceptors was also a great idea. I get less wear and tear on my changers and don't chase as many quarters...
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    Help, How would you respond?

    Interesting posts....First of all, it doesn't matter how much money he has. People with money don't have it because they are stupid. If he is a businessman then he should understand that building a 3rd wash in a town that size is going to be a slow return on investment. Buying your wash is a...
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    The Art of Garbage Management

    I'm getting ready to swap out all my trash cans as they are getting pretty ratty looking. I don't have any lids on my cans now and will be attempting to use snap on lids with about a 8 or 10 inch hole cut in the top. I'm not sure if this will slow any of it down, or just get more junk piled on...
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    New Lights for the Self Serve

    The local power company here in Missouri has a similar program, but they only wanted to sign up customers that burn lights during the day, and my self serve bays were considered "outdoor" lighting. It was a total no go when I replaced all my lights. Good thing was that changing to the 8' FL...
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    Hamilton ACW credit card reader.

    I had a credit card reader go down yesterday. Called my supplier and had one shipped. I installed it today and all is well. I almost hate to ask, but does anyone have a better place to get these than Hamilton? I was quite shocked at the price, and didn't see anything that makes them all that...
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    Car Wash Advertising

    I got approached about the grocery store receipts also. Doing my due diligence. I went to the store, got a long receipt tape for my grocery purchase and called every business on the back of the tape and asked if they had seen any increase in business from it. Not one business said they were...
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    Air Shammee

    Bigleo, I got my fan tips today for the air shammee's. Do you just glue them things on or what? If so, what kind of adhesive did you use. I was wandering if some gorilla snot (3M weatherstrip glue) would work. Thanks, Lighthouse
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    Hamilton ACW IV upgrades

    Called Hamilton and got an answer after the first ring. Mark dialed in and fixed me right up. I guess we will see how it runs this week. Thanks for all the help. Lighthouse.
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