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    What’s the best insulation to put in a barn with 6x6 posts?

    I know this is an older thread but I'd strongly recommend looking into insulation depot (https://insulationdepot.com/shop/), they pull used polyiso panels from old industrial installs when torn down and they're pretty cheap. You can get them shipped/delivered by the semi trailer load and...
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    Mini split line set is one foot too long - fix it or ignore it?

    I'd agree with this as an engineer. The amount referenced that's "off" here is probably within the measurement accuracy that you could get from the scale used by most HVAC techs trying to charge the system anyway. I'd say stick with the original proposed lineset option of adding 10' to make...
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    Looking for some pointers on heating pole barn

    I pulled my propane tank and got rid of all propane uses as it's gotten super expensive around here (KS) to use for these type purposes. I used to have a propane heater for the pool as well and I didn't dare use it for that as it just eats gas like crazy. I honestly think with your specs...
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    Finally installed the Mr. Cool 12k heat pump.

    Teslas add a fair amount of heat when charging, they run the cooling system to keep the battery cool and the battery itself is warm after having driven. Have 2 in my garage and notice the heat for sure, especially when charging at 9kw for each. I also think the amount being quoted is quite...
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    Ever do something so stupid you wonder if you should be left unsupervised?

    When I was in college I did work study and that was helping with the Maintenance crew. One of my tasks was to grind the decades worth of old paint off the flag pole that was down so they could repaint and remount it. Was using a wire cup wheel on the grinder and didn't have any safety glasses...
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