Hi Cowboy, Rewrote the above - your response? Could it be that the components are merely assembled at those locations? The question ought to be where are the components mfg'ered?
The installation is the key. - udarrell
I subscribe to CR, however, Consumers Report is crap when it comes to Central AC equipment. The later model Goodman equipment is as good as any of the other brands & usually better equipment for the initial cost along with a warranty at the top of the industry.
I would buy the 14-SEER with the better components - Copeland Scroll compressor & Thermostatic Expansion Valve (TXV).
- udarrell
I am a retired HVAC/R contractor & have NO dog in this hunt. I sold different Brands & did service work on all Brands. I always look past the looks.
That is my point, the new Goodman units with the Copeland Scroll compressor coupled with a TXV metering device is a lot of AC for that initial investment with a great warranty. Coupled with a first rate install it will transfer heat from your home with the best on the market. I also prefer R-22 refrigerant systems, I believe, in a few years, new refrigerants will be developed.
If you want PayBack, ultra high SEER is overrated!
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It's a pain to throw the grids in the dishwasher??? The only pain I can see is it the EP unit is located in an inaccessible location, and the same issue applies with media type as well. Saving the $15 a pop for good media filters by using the washable EP grids will rapidly make up for the cost of the EP.
UT coils... Mexico :-(
Must be as most homeowners NEVER clean them!!!
That's a function of our failing schools that aren't teaching any "life" skills. Same reason people don't know how to calculate the mileage their yuppmobiles get.
I don't think that will be an issue in this case; I drive a Porsche so I am certainly familiar with regular DIY maintenance. Way, WAY too familiar.
nate
(wondering when a used S2000 will become affordable...)
Just because you drive a Porsche doesn't mean you are going to clean your home electronic air filter.
One needs to realize the above information comes from someone without training. It's pure 100% opinion from a landlord. So take it for what it's worth, nothing. Nice going, webtv boy.
Don't use a/c. Just let the sweat pour out.
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