nc73
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Post by nc73 on Feb 28, 2006 23:41:33 GMT -5
Where to get one of those 40 gal cone bottom tanks? Lowest I've found is $100 shipping not included. I was hoping to find a used one somewhere. I just hate to clean out the bottom of my current wash tank.
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txcas
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Post by txcas on Mar 1, 2006 20:29:27 GMT -5
What do you need one for? A water heater or a drum will work as a reactor.
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nc73
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Post by nc73 on Mar 1, 2006 21:13:13 GMT -5
I need one for washing. I hate to drain out most of the BD then have to clean out the bottom. With a cone bottom I can easily drain all the crud out.
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Post by biomiles on Mar 1, 2006 21:46:29 GMT -5
I'd like to have one just to get all the water out easier, especially one I can see the water level through.
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nc73
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Post by nc73 on Mar 1, 2006 22:35:01 GMT -5
I suppose I can get one after I do my taxes...
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txcas
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Post by txcas on Mar 2, 2006 12:20:59 GMT -5
I need one for washing. I hate to drain out most of the BD then have to clean out the bottom. With a cone bottom I can easily drain all the crud out. I just use a white HDPE drum with the stand pipe for washing. After 4-5 washes the water comes out crystal clear. Leaving 2-4 inches of water and bio at the bottom of the wash tank, has never been a problem. I just add my next batch of biodiesel on top of that and wash 4-5 times again. For about $25 for the drum and parts, I passed on the cone bottom tank idea. Now, if I wanted to use Magnesol to wash my bio, a cone bottom tank would be a must have. |
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Post by biomiles on Mar 2, 2006 18:53:53 GMT -5
Guess I really should add a stand pipe to mine  |
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nc73
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Post by nc73 on Mar 2, 2006 21:23:20 GMT -5
The problem is I dry it with the same tank. I guess I need to make a drying tank.
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txcas
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Post by txcas on Mar 3, 2006 6:44:59 GMT -5
The problem is I dry it with the same tank. I guess I need to make a drying tank. I see. If you have the room, a drying tank make things easier. Check these pictures, that is how I made my wash tank with the stand pipe and here you can find the pictures of my drying tank. I also found that if you are not in a hurry, a drying tank is not necessary. I once left bio settling in my wash tank for days, because my storage tank and drying tank where both full. After a week, the bio turned crystal clear on its own without having to go through the drying process. |
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Post by txcas on Mar 3, 2006 6:47:48 GMT -5
Guess I really should add a stand pipe to mine Shame on you for not having one. ;D |
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Post by biomiles on Mar 3, 2006 19:08:52 GMT -5
Guess I really should add a stand pipe to mine Shame on you for not having one. ;D I'm lazy but I could be lazier with a standpipe, wouldn't have to drain so carefully.  |
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Post by biomiles on Mar 3, 2006 19:10:38 GMT -5
I suppose I can get one after I do my taxes... I'll be bankrupt after I do my taxes.  |
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Post by Bio-Texas-DFW on Mar 26, 2006 22:31:48 GMT -5
if I remember correctly I've found a plastic 60 gallon cone bottom for $110, but the 100 gallon was $150. You could make two batches and wash them at the same time. I'll see if I can't find the link if anyone's interested.
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Post by Bio-Texas-DFW on Mar 26, 2006 22:35:41 GMT -5
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