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Had 4 locations . One with Gas , Tunnel and Store, One with Tunnel and 8 SS Bays and 2 Tunnel only. Each had a more experienced employee who could assist other locations for repairs. If I went out of town I was largely available by phone for emergencies and If I could not resolve an issue...

Single wire braid hose per above post from KR and "Open Chuck" that does not rretain pressure in hose. That wy compressor does not start under pressure and will last longer.

About 20 years ago I reviewed about 40 claims from the prior year for stuff (4 locations) I replaced due to damage claim. At least 36 were for vehicles 10 years old or older. Some 12-20 years old. Put the 10 year limit on disclaimers and specified the year (Got a sticker to update it each...

I did this - Pulled coin boxes - Vault cover and made sign to inset quarters and retrieve below. Less wear and tear because stuff shut down when not in use.

You can get motors for $50, Slugbuster Coin Mechs for $170 and LED 7 Timers for $350 and do Credit Cards later.

I am more high tech. I us an old wooden handle off some thing that is long gone.

If you are going to use and LED & timer, also check the depth of the current box to make sure it can handle this.

Suffice it to say there is a reason every location has a vacuum. To figure power cost you will have to do the math with your cost per KWH and the amperage for the vacs converting to KWH. . If your budget can handle it I recommend ready made Stainless Island. Let Electrician run power and...

In the 1960''s in the Tunnels we had wax and then got "Hot ax" In the early 1970s we got "Polish wax" I would guess early1980's we got the triple foam.

I put a moisture filter wit auto drain just ahead of the flo jet. Seemed to get the job done as opposed to being closer to compressor because as the air travels away from the compressor it cools and water precipitates out so the drain closer to the compressor won't trap as much moisture...

Did you have a sign that says "Read the Sign" Check for on line photos of new Vehicles to see if the Decal was OEM. If it is check on line for owner manual to see if it references washing procedures for this. I was going to add to sign that customer is responsible for failing to follow...

Pull straight up with Vice Grips while turning. ?

I can just see doing this in Chicago :)

Couple items to consider. 1. Triple net property. Depreciation write offs can provide big tax benefits. . US T-Bills if you have a state income tax since they are not subject to state income tax.

I use duct tape. I don't want them too secure - in case a car hooks them I'd rather have the hose come apart than pull a boom down.

So, far it's only retirement from the Wash / Gas / Sno Plow Bus. Huge life Changes - No longer having to carry repair tools, supplies and keys in my car. 2 Days off a week instead of none, cell phone doesn't ring with Employee, Customer and equipment problems, Actually deleted home...

Other stuff still going - More time and energy to pursue what I like most.

37 years as an operator, (22 years working on and off at families locations in all sorts of capacities prior to that) sold last of the 4 locations last year. I will still lurk and offer my 2 cents if I think it can help someone. Best wishes to all.

Even if you can get "Support" over the phone or electronically you still need to be able to have replacement parts "In Hand"

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