Does this make you a RedNeck?
So does installing vertical mufflers on your truck make you a Redneck?
Standard replacement?
I was checking out my Dad’s Standard changer install today. (He took the changer out of his Moody carwash.) It replaced an equally worn Rowe changer like the changer in the right picture. He gave me his spare Rowe BC-200 changer so now I have 5 Rowe changers! Yea! I need to sell one to Greg.
carwash, computer setup, dad, garbage, geovision, gv800, motherboard, new computer, and nvidia.
New GV800 security computer setup
My Dad’s computer was totally screwed up: it stinks (see first picture with the dogs) and is rusted and has corrosion on the motherboard. So everything needed to go into the garbage can.
I selected a MSI P6NGM motherboard which has a built in Nvidia card. This motherboard worked great and is really a neat little motherboard for the GeoVision GV800 card. We will see how it works at the carwash. But, I assume that this motherboard is not waterproof. Yes, I reused the rusty case… it adds character.
My Dad’s computer problem
I was checking on my Dad’s computer today because he was saying that there was a problem with it. I noticed there was some rust coming out of the back. Obviously water has caused this problem.
Laurdry detergent for the car?
I think this is the first time I™ve seen where someone used laundry detergent on a car. I guess they will be using a lot of high pressure water to get that off?
Computer problems
I think I found what the problem was with the security camera computer. The AMD processor? I have had a couple die in the past and it seemed to work fine after I replaced it.
Security computer broken
Something is very wrong with the security computer. Also, this chair is growing penicillin and my Dad is still keeping it.
Key problem
This is William fixing a broken key problem. Someone (not me) broke a key off in the lock.
Toilet of the day
What is great about this toilet is you do not leave the car wash atmosphere. You can work on the Rowe changer (behind you) or work on a pump (in front of you). Actually, I am jealous I wish I had one of these.
Security camera fun
Replaced the bullet camera in the automatic.
Replaced another camera in a bay.
Replaced the housing for the new camera to fit.
Also, tried out my new compression tool for the coax.
Recent Comments
I just built a system that fixes the problem of pressure you are referring to. The answer is 2 fold. 1.VFD+ Pressure 2.Monitoring Sensor. Set up where VFD runs at say "40%" putting out 150psi. Then have a sensor that is inline (before manifold) to when a second bay calls for product, and pressure drops, it senses this, and increases the VFD to say 50% to make up for the difference, and retain the 150psi. So on, and so forth depending on how many bays you have. It will take some tweaking, but once it is set, it is set. Also, you only can have a maximum of 5 ports open at once, even if you have 6 different functions, as each bay can only have one selection running at any given time. Email me, and I can give you more info, and / or if you want to buy one rather than build one. It is a very expensive "trial and error" job, as the VFD, pump, and sensor have to do the job right, and give the correct pressures. They will not share any of their tech, as they want us all to buy from ...
Did you know.... You can purchase the "quick disconnect" injectors from "Hydraflex™®? ©" (don't want to infringe on ™®? or © :P) , however you cannot purchase the quick disconnect adapters from them. Hmmmmm? Isn't that nice? Why not? Oh, that's right you can, if you purchase one of their "Aqualab™®? ©." TEN THOUSAND dollar units. Then, they will sell replacement parts for it, which include the quick disconnect fittings. Very frustrating to say the least. IN A STORY NOT RELATED -> If you want to never ever ever worry about check valves again, look into the icheck magnum series which you can buy from Kleen Rite (low ph, high ph, and high pressure) Also, if you are tired of replacing brittle, cracked, sun-drenched, winter haggard poly line, step up and buy the parker (or equiv.) "air brake" line (type B, reinforced). it will last for over 20 years in a carwash, and will outlast stainless steel when running corrosive product thru. I have been running HF thru it for over...
I love your sense of humor, but everything is in the details of any business what separates the strong from the weak is just a few minor details. But that few can be huge, for instance I love Arbys for their sandwiches, but many years ago their facilities were just run down and dirty, back then I would never go to the bathroom in one. Instead I went to Mcdonald's to go the rest room. Now in current time Arby's has gotten the idea that a very clean and modern facility with upgraded equipment will bring in customers. They even have open wifi in many, so that being said a business is the true salesperson it projects an image. Now one must ask yourself what image do you want to project to the public. You yoursef as a owner of a car wash or any business must be the salesman, because without a sale no one has a job. Mike...
I don't think you read the post. Maybe since your not a car wash owner you didn't get the joke? But your a sales person so... :) Maybe in Ohio the government is more restrictive I don't know? But when the government lets people start businesses that they want. Unforgettably to many people have built car washes because of sales people. Which makes them bad investments... so depending where someone is from you will get your desired remarks. Also you are selling a high priced item so only car washes with money would call you... another fact. So of course they would be making money. I also disagree with 90% of your statements except the place should be clean. You do not have to purchase top "knotch" equipment. You can run a super car wash with any equipment on the market. But again your a sales person. :) But I strangely want to purchase a boiler now.... JK LOL :)...
I have met many car wash owners that do make money in the car wash industry. Here is what I have found they are very organized, they buy top knotch equipment, they maintain it everyday, they check their water everyday, they ask for help when needed. Many are true salespeople they get out and meet the customers give them hugs and attend community events. And lets not forgot about having a very clean facility, customers love neatness. Mike Simmons, Vice-President...