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    FRP Panels

    Panel install is easier than FRP. That said when I started in the wash industry the wash I was at had FRP that was 10 years old. We now have Panels, and I find the 10 year old FRP cleaned easier than 2 year old panels. I know I'm probably an outlier here but I much prefer FRP over panels...
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    Doyle vacuums with pleated cartridge filters

    It only takes a couple of minutes each vac.
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    Doyle vacuums with pleated cartridge filters

    Two vac/carpet combos and two vac only.
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    Doyle vacuums with pleated cartridge filters

    We too have gotten rave reviews on our vacs suction! And Dave is awesome to work with! We have been running our new Doyle Vacuums for several months now and they are great! We found that cleaning the filters every couple of days works best. To clean them we use a long handled brush to grab...
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    Customers trying to hack coin mechanisms

    With the cost of the metal powder and the equipment to 3D print in metal it would be foolishly cost prohibitive to print coins.
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    Pdq g5 motor timeout

    Sound like a short in the communication cable in your boom.
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    Why dont Vacuum rates mirror self serve wash rates?

    I've had a ton of requests for card acceptance over the last few years, the new generation doesn't really carry cash.
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    Why dont Vacuum rates mirror self serve wash rates?

    Where are you that prices are so low?? Our site had the price of $1 for 4 minutes for the last 18 years and with the investment of new islands, vacs and paving I figured it was worth a substantial increase.
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    Why dont Vacuum rates mirror self serve wash rates?

    Just installing new vacs and are going to adjust pricing. We are a busy IBA site in New England on a tight lot so we need to encourage turnover. We are going to take cash and cc/debit cards only. Thinking of a $3 start to account for cc fees, but not sure on how much per minute? Anyone...
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    Lifetime/extended unlimited washing

    I think the only way to possibly make this fly due to expense would be partner with a dealership and have the service baked into the purchase and financing, and you make it not transferable. Historically most new car buyers don't own their cars five years anyhow.
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    D/H vacuum door gasket

    This is the way! More cost effective and always have some on hand.
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    Exit plans…?!

    A realtor can help you with determining cap rate.
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    Function wire color code

    If you are wiring from scratch, this will be fine. If you're trying to use it to troubleshoot it is likely going to cause more trouble in solving issues.
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    Free vaccumes down the road

    My guess is once the finally figure out the maintenance and upkeep costs, including trash removal the gas stations will change it's business model.
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    Floor heat on

    Those temps haven't hit Vermont yet....
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    Conversion of PDQ WALS Acct. into ICS WashConnect

    If it's any consolation our experience transitioning from the Wals system to another brand other than ICS hasn't been any better. But I've been assured things will get better.
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    Anyone still repairing MEI bill validators?

    Try Dieb 1-800-237-0531. It's been a while but they have been my source for MEI repairs.
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    PDQ Access not dispensing cash for change?

    If anyone needs spare parts let me know. I just took three working Access machines out.
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    PDQ Access not dispensing cash for change?

    Yes, have you looked to see if the bill path is clear? I would start with removing the cassette, inspect and reinstall.
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    Why do you own a car wash?

    Love the success story! Thanks for sharing.
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