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Old 11-02-2014, 09:51 AM
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Originally Posted by MrPots View Post
I couldn't help the furnace. It's probably 45 - 50 years old. I lit it as I always do this time of year but when it cycled on flames shot from the front of the unit. It was fortunate I happened to be standing right there and was able to put out the fire quickly. Melted all the wiring and the shut off valve. It was corroded beyond repair, so $2600 later I have a shiny new furnace, including a new flue liner to bring it up to code.
45-50 years is pretty good for a furnace isn't it?

I'll bet they don't make them like that any more.
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