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Dryers, new or used? that is the question . . .

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blue moon:
what are some thoughts on buying a used dryer. The new ones are $30k range for what I need and the used ones are $10k or less.
I realize that the new ones will be more efficient and have better insulation (we are in air conditioned space), but it will be a long time before the $20k difference is spent on the electric bill.

What are the pluses and minuses of the individual models?

mk162:
Personally, if you have the money, go new.  They are more efficient, they are usually warranted, and you can get some decent deals on them right now.

I have an interchange md-8 and love it.  I wouldn't go back to radiant panels after using gas.  Just get the longest chamber you can fit or afford.  ours is 12 and I'd like it to be 16.

BBB:
I cant think of a piece of equipment that can ruin you faster...do the best you can, and do a bunch of shirts not cured correctly. Spend the most for your budget on for DRYER.

Homer:
I have a list of dryers I'm looking at too -so far the Precision is in the lead -but still looking at the M&R's, It's hard to tell what condition they are in without actually seeing it in person -even then I don't know what the hell I'm looking at. Brand new may be the way to go, you will never have to replace it -you'll retire first. But on the other hand, if you find a nice refurb, the same can be said about that, if it was maintained properly. Saving 20g to put towards another auto.

what are your requirements? I'm looking at 60" belt minimum, 10ft of heat, not too sure about the in/out length yet.

mk162:
you need to go more than 10' of heat.  I have 12 and wish I had 16'.  Also, with the interchange dryers, they are modular, so you can add more heat down the road.

When precision went tits up, a lot of people went to interchange.  I couldn't be happier with my interchange dryer...except I ordered it too short.

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