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I have a MEI validator (2712???), with recycler in my Shurvend vending machine. The recycler is set to recycle 5's. Acceptance is great for everything EXCEPT 5's. 5's require multiple attempts. Older bills get accepted easier than new bills, in fact some new bills won't accept at all. Is...

I'm getting ready to replace all of my foam brush hoses. I always used a 3/8 low pressure hose, however, I see "coil type" hoses available for the Foam Brush. They are more expensive. Are they any better? What size?

In thirty years in this business, I've never seen this. I have a single Cat 1010 that supplies my spot free water to my 3 Self Serve bays via 3 solenoids. I noticed that the pump sounded slightly rougher than normal. The output (and also bypass) hose was pulsating somewhat. I brushed my arm...

Do you use screens on the inlets to your hydrominders? Are they necessary?

I have a 20 year old Industrial Vac Systems "Select-A_Vac". It allows the customer to select either a 2 or 3 motor suction. The unit still works fine. However, the contact blocks and Solid State relays are badly corroded. It's impossible to even turn the screws on the contacts. I'm going to...

The black, coin return (Half moon shaped) cups on my Sensotron coin acceptors need replacing. Kleen-rite shows two different cups. CB0221 and CB0222. Does anyone know the difference between these two parts and/or which one would work with my acceptors?

I'm having new decals made for my self serve bays. Has anyone replaced the "stop" with something else? When credit card customers "stop", they mistakenly think that the rotary switch stops the CC charges, instead of using the stop button on the CC swiper. What about replacing "stop" with the...

I need a good recommendation for custom meter box decals. I remember reading something recently (on the forum), but I can't find the link.

My Hamilton RNS C2000 controller gives "Dime input stuck" error intermittently. I don't take dimes!!!! I take $1,5,10 bills only. I can only suspect a bad controller? Ideas?

I've used ZPay's Pay Window for years and years. I only have 3-4 employees, and this "Mom and Pop" software run company has been outstanding. Annual updates were only about $50. Bad news.... The owner is retiring, and "Pay Window" will be no more. Does anyone have a recommendation for a...

I have a MEI bill acceptor that's starting to NOT take $5's in my ShurVend vendor. It takes $1, $10, and $20's ok. Any ideas?

A long time regular customer leaves a message. Tells me he inserts a brass token (value $10) into the ACW. The machine gives him $.25 in credit (Instead of $10). He tells me that's his last token, so he goes to my vendor, and buys (5) more. Inserts another brass token. The ACW gives him an...

I have the Air Shamee 3 motor in bay dryers. The trigger style nozzles were leaky, and cheaply made. I switched to the Air Logic handles and my usage has gone WAY up. Customers think that I've added air pressure. The new handles are a money maker. The problem? The increased nozzle pressure...

The roof trough that holds the hoses for the bays needs to be replaced. The original trough was made from galvanized sheet metal....the type that's used for ductwork in houses. After 25 years, it's finally rusted past the point of repair. Any suggestions what to use to make a new trough?

I was an early adopter of the original Wobblehead foam brush handle. I've lost track, but after 5+ years, one of the handles is broken. Something feels broken underneath the rubber boot. The head is held on, soley by the rubber boot. It's been VERY quiet (here) about the Wobblehead. Are you...

Does anyone have any experience with Fleck meters? I have a twin tank Fleck 2900 setup with single brine tank and a "Fleck Meter" which counts the gallonage. At a predetermined point, the softeners switch. The used softener regenerates, and the one that was previously "on standby", enters...

My metal security cage for my ShurVend (AMS vending machine) has almost finally rotted to the point of no return after 10 years. I wish that I had opted for Stainless. Any ideas where to get a replacement cage? I've scoured the internet to no avail?

My ACW 4 went out of service with a "Token Input Stuck" error. I reset the the controller, and it went back into service. My first guess....would be to suspect the Slugbuster....yes? BTW....we DO use the Token input to accept brass tokens....and we also use the WashGear Credit card system...

My vending machine needs a replacement for an older Mars (MEI) CF-7512. It's been overhauled, but is finally wearing out. Does anyone have any experience with the CPI Gryphon? I need to find a reliable MDB coin changer....so recommendations are welcome.

I have a 28 year old Cat 623 that has been a workhorse. The crankshaft bearing failed (on the flywheel side) and completely disintegrated. The oil in the crankcase has a grey sludge as a result. I replaced the pump with an Arimitsu 511. It's smaller, and very quiet. (Less than $800) I just...