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Old 5/16/09, 3:27 PM
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Couple interesting things....

1) Steel wool at every plumbig wall opening (both bathrooms and kitchen).

2) Air-powerd flushing device in toilet tank (but not in other tank).

Curious as to why these would be present.

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Old 5/16/09, 3:28 PM
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The steel wool if to prevent mice.

The air assisted toilet is not uncommon.



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Old 5/16/09, 3:29 PM
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The steel wool if to prevent mice.
Makes sense, since these "pouches" were ALL OVER the attic. (at least 30 of em)
And 1 confirmed dead
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http://www.flushmate.com/



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The air assisted toilet is not uncommon.
Thanks, Mike

Any ideas why one toilet and not the other?
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Thanks, Mike

Any ideas why one toilet and not the other?
Some early 1-1'2 gal. flushers did a poor job. That one is an add on retrofit.



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Someone needed more fiber in their diet?
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Old 5/17/09, 8:36 AM
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Let me tell you, If you are visiting a house, and unaware of the SWOOSH that happens when you pull the lever, and you happen to curtacy flush, You are in for a surprise. Been there.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MT1WB...eature=related

A flush and a tank refill takes just a few seconds...
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