My thoughts on my first setup

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   After many long nights of absorbing all the information I could on this forum, I have an idea of what my first setup will consist of. I would like everyone's thoughts on my choices. All opinions, criticism and abuse is welcome.
I have decided on marrying 2 Cross-American units together. One main unit, most likely a xps3 with auto fill/dump, the second unit being another xps3 or maybe a revolver. I was originally going to go with the Quad-4 Pack, but figured that a second full size unit would be a more powerful booster, and also be a backup unit to keep me in the game in case one unit has a problem. I have spoke to Ed Valentine regarding this, and he gives it a big thumbs up. All that would be needed is a modified hose/tube between the units. As far as heat, I will be using a 2HT Little Giant propane unit. I will be using this setup for small commercial and residential. On commercial jobs, or any  job that needs the extra power, I will run both units together from my van using a 10,000 watt generator. On all other jobs, a machine can be brought inside. I must have a set up that gives me versatility. Having a TM would limit my ability to target the vast number of residential units that are above the second floor, as I am in NYC. I am only 2 miles away from the largest Co-Op development in the world, which consists of over 15,000 units in itself. My tools will be a rotovac power wand , a 175rpm scrubber for pre-scrubbing restaurants, and of course a good wand. Anyones thoughts on the pro's and con's of this set up would be appreciated, as i would still be able to modify it if needed. Thanks

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goomer Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 11/February/2009 Location: New Yawk Shiddy Status: Offline Points: 22	Post Options Post Reply Quote goomer Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Topic: My thoughts on my first setup Posted: 12/March/2009 at 3:36pm
	After many long nights of absorbing all the information I could on this forum, I have an idea of what my first setup will consist of. I would like everyone's thoughts on my choices. All opinions, criticism and abuse is welcome. I have decided on marrying 2 Cross-American units together. One main unit, most likely a xps3 with auto fill/dump, the second unit being another xps3 or maybe a revolver. I was originally going to go with the Quad-4 Pack, but figured that a second full size unit would be a more powerful booster, and also be a backup unit to keep me in the game in case one unit has a problem. I have spoke to Ed Valentine regarding this, and he gives it a big thumbs up. All that would be needed is a modified hose/tube between the units. As far as heat, I will be using a 2HT Little Giant propane unit. I will be using this setup for small commercial and residential. On commercial jobs, or any job that needs the extra power, I will run both units together from my van using a 10,000 watt generator. On all other jobs, a machine can be brought inside. I must have a set up that gives me versatility. Having a TM would limit my ability to target the vast number of residential units that are above the second floor, as I am in NYC. I am only 2 miles away from the largest Co-Op development in the world, which consists of over 15,000 units in itself. My tools will be a rotovac power wand , a 175rpm scrubber for pre-scrubbing restaurants, and of course a good wand. Anyones thoughts on the pro's and con's of this set up would be appreciated, as i would still be able to modify it if needed. Thanks

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John L Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Carpet Cleaning Guru Joined: 29/November/2004 Location: I'm Right Here! Status: Offline Points: 4013	Post Options Post Reply Quote John L Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 12/March/2009 at 9:24pm
	WOW! Ed should know the proper config. on the 2 together.. I have 250ft of vac and psi hose on my van with the TM and yesterday i ended up with a 300ft run and didnt load my Recoil.. Didnt use my swing machine because it was a trashed rental.. Goomer.. Post pics when you get it all setup.. Should look nice..!

Steaminpile Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Master Carpet Cleaner Joined: 04/February/2004 Location: Canada Status: Offline Points: 1155	Post Options Post Reply Quote Steaminpile Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 12/March/2009 at 9:27pm
	gonna add some tanks??? should be good,,,,,I don't mind running a porty (used to run TM's) it's opened up a whole new market even in my small town best of luck Goomer
	A.K.A. Andy

goomer Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 11/February/2009 Location: New Yawk Shiddy Status: Offline Points: 22	Post Options Post Reply Quote goomer Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 12/March/2009 at 10:12pm
	It's going to be a while for pics, but I will be sure to get them up. I am still undecided on tanks to be honest. New York has such an abundance of drains, sewers and toilets, sometimes it's hard to tell which is which. As long as storm drains are not used, all other drains go the same place. You also never find yourself unable to access a water source. It would probably be wise to have at least 1 tank available if needed. I do a lot of fishing on the Long Island Sound, and there are a lot of marinas around, I think ill keep my eye open for a old boat fuel tank, as I have seen them laying around before and would probably be doing the yard manager a favor in getting rid of it. Edited by goomer - 12/March/2009 at 11:27pm
	WTF???

Ken_Is_OK Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Carpet Cleaning Specialist Joined: 13/February/2007 Location: Canada Status: Offline Points: 523	Post Options Post Reply Quote Ken_Is_OK Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 12/March/2009 at 11:06pm
	get a cimex for the commercial stuff.

goomer Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 11/February/2009 Location: New Yawk Shiddy Status: Offline Points: 22	Post Options Post Reply Quote goomer Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 12/March/2009 at 11:21pm
	A cimex might be in the future, but since my only use for it would be pre-scrubbing, I'm having a problem justifying the price difference compared to a used 175. Thanks for the suggestion.
	WTF???

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