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Old 12-09-2007, 05:10 AM
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crap man sorry to here about that. i have had many floods and it sucks get a shop vac
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Old 12-09-2007, 05:52 AM
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Old 12-09-2007, 05:53 AM
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I used to time mine man your water comes out fast it takes around 60 mins to get 5 gal if that
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Old 12-09-2007, 05:58 AM
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i got a shop vac from Canadian tire and damn is it better than a towel its pritty much dry now just when you step on the carpet is a bit cool.
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Good save.

You can also try those water sensors that you hang on the side of your pail. I believe they are most often found as an aid for people who have a disability related to sight.
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Old 12-09-2007, 06:13 AM
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Good save.

You can also try those water sensors that you hang on the side of your pail. I believe they are most often found as an aid for people who have a disability related to sight.
lol i have a disability with remembering :P
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Old 12-09-2007, 03:00 PM
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get a shop vac
Yes, good idea.



Mic, you need some kind of shut off, like the timer Wendall mentioned or a float switch.
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