Peterson Vortex removal

jimn · Dec 18, 2009

Ok, Here we go. (Shawn, you will like this shiteatinggrin )

I have an older Peterson Vortex unit that we are removing. The person that owns it had a new engine and trans put in it 5k miles ago and does not want to waste his money repairing the unit (these are his words not mine).

In turn, we are going to start removing the machine and ALL of it's components on Monday. The unit runs well but this person decided to have it removed and we are going to "clean it up" and install a Genesis DXT utilizing the old Vortex stainless waste tank and stainless solution hose reels.

We do plan on removing the machine in somewhat of a methodical way (if that is possible) so that if anyone needs any "spare/replacement" parts that they will be in good condition and inventoried.

If anyone has any good constructive ideas as to what to do other than use a sledge hammer and torch, I would appreciate it. :idea:

Have a great weekend!

Jim

SRI Cleaning · Dec 18, 2009

How much for the blower? What size is it?

steve frasier · Dec 18, 2009

Jim, hope you post some picture

Jim Martin · Dec 18, 2009

and a list of the things you manage to salvage.........

Mikey P · Dec 18, 2009

I hear that Verga guy leaves a snail trail everywhere he goes.

Mikey P · Dec 18, 2009

Ask Verga about Reverend Walter Jones then get back to me.

rhyde · Dec 19, 2009

Shawn York said:
[quote="Mikey P":2zumcnri]I hear that Verga guy leaves a snail trail everywhere he goes.

Ron Verga is a friend of mine. [/quote:2zumcnri]

well that kinda solidified things !gotcha!

Mikey P · Dec 19, 2009

I know a local competitor of his Shawn..

Anyone who refers to himself as the Italian Stallion is a duechbag if you ask me.

Bob Foster · Dec 19, 2009

jimn said:
Ok, Here we go. (Shawn, you will like this shiteatinggrin )

I have an older Peterson Vortex unit that we are removing. The person that owns it had a new engine and trans put in it 5k miles ago and does not want to waste his money repairing the unit (these are his words not mine).

In turn, we are going to start removing the machine and ALL of it's components on Monday. The unit runs well but this person decided to have it removed and we are going to "clean it up" and install a Genesis DXT utilizing the old Vortex stainless waste tank and stainless solution hose reels.

We do plan on removing the machine in somewhat of a methodical way (if that is possible) so that if anyone needs any "spare/replacement" parts that they will be in good condition and inventoried.

If anyone has any good constructive ideas as to what to do other than use a sledge hammer and torch, I would appreciate it. :idea:

Have a great weekend!

Jim

Plasma cutter will make short work of it.

Lee Stockwell · Dec 19, 2009

Isn't it bolted in?

Mike Draper · Dec 19, 2009

Prolly bolted and rusted by this time.

Greenie · Dec 19, 2009

Is Verga the same Verga that is a BLUEline Dist. for South Carolina?

Mikey P · Dec 19, 2009

Guest · Dec 19, 2009

I would guess it was in the design of things that V owners would just buy or lease a new one every five years so no thought or planning was put in to what the F do you do with a worn out UD or what ever truck and machine

Chris A · Dec 20, 2009

If it's a 711 it's probably in a Bering truck no? I've heard their a bitch to get parts for...

jimn · Dec 21, 2009

Before photos, I will make sure to post the after photos when we are done. We are using the existing ss solution reels and current waste tank with a new DXT. Now the real fun begins!

If anyone is looking for a few decent used parts, I will have them soon but cannot guarantee any of them. Quite honestly, we have never removed one of these but are looking forward to it. All I know is that the unit ran up until the day it was brought in. It blew one of the hoses leading to the blower pump.

Jim Martin · Dec 21, 2009

shoot me a price on the 4 gauges.......

jimn · Dec 21, 2009

SRI Cleaning said:
How much for the blower? What size is it?

Not sure yet. I will let you know when we get it out, clean it up and inspect it.

jimn · Dec 21, 2009

Jim,

I was just out there to make sure the gauges are in good working order. All of them work but the lights do not with the exception of the vacuum gauge. It actually lights up.

If you want the "pretty lights", I can have them repaired.

Tell you what, Make me an offer for the entire gauge panel.

My private e-mail is napej@powercleanind.com

Make me an offer "I can't refuse".. shiteatinggrin

Jim Martin · Dec 21, 2009

I don't care about the lights I don't work at night anyway....I just noticed they were the same ones I use and was going to toss them on a shelf for back ups.....

Erik · Dec 21, 2009

I've got $150.00 on the whole control panel, let the biding begin.

Jim Martin · Dec 21, 2009

If Erick has a need for the whole panel ..that's fine...I don't need the gauges I was just going to store them for a back up...I would rather see some one who has a broken one or needs the parts because they are having trouble with what they have.....

Mikey P · Dec 21, 2009

$200!

and are you still coming to MF Jim?

Erik · Dec 21, 2009

Jim,

Hi, thanks I appreciate the offer, I don't need all of the guages either. I really only need the temp. guage. Mine is broke.

Jim Martin said:
If Erick has a need for the whole panel ..that's fine...I don't need the gauges I was just going to store them for a back up...I would rather see some one who has a broken one or needs the parts because they are having trouble with what they have.....

Mike Draper · Dec 21, 2009

Erick, go to http://www.speedhut.com/ they make the gauges for the Vortex. I called them once about some custom gauges, they are not to much money.

Erik · Dec 21, 2009

I pm'd Jim Nape. What I'm really interested in is the chemical injector, temp guage, & a few misc. parts. Jim Martin, if I buy it and you ever need a guage, I'll send you one on the house.

Jim Martin · Dec 21, 2009

that's fine...just get what you need to get yours working...

jimn · Dec 22, 2009

Hey Mike,

I am trying to make sure I make it to Mikey's fest. I will PM you when we get closer if that is ok? If for some reason, I cannot make it, I promised I would bring some homemade Venison jerky and sausage and if I cannot I will make sure to send some your way to bring it for me.

We are absolutely swamped with work due to year end.

My schedule should be somewhat clear but then by then but who knows? I do want to attend! I would like to meet some of the people here so I am going to do my best.

Happy holidays!

Jim Bethel · Dec 22, 2009

jimn said:
If for some reason, I cannot make it, I promised I would bring some homemade Venison jerky and sausage and if I cannot I will make sure to send some your way to bring it for me.

Hey Jim - You would get more interest from Mikey if you offered to send him an Oven-Fried Breast Of Tofu instead of anything with real meat :lol:

jimn · Jan 7, 2010

Everything is out now. I was told by our service manager that the truck will not start and that there is no power to the vehicle itself.

I could go out there and figure it out with a volt meter BUT can anyone explain to me what you may think it is? I assume that there was a safety switch somewhere on the ignition but I am trying to save some time without having to "trace it".

Any help would be greatly appreciated,

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